#MySelection: When did you find out that this singer’s real name is Kamaljit Sing Jhooti?

Here are some fun facts about Jay Sean, the British R&B singer: He was originally studying to be a doctor, he is the first British Asian artist to sign with a US label and top the Billboard charts, and his stage name “Jay Sean” is a combination of his nickname “Jay” and his grandmother’s nickname for him, “Shaan”. 
Early Life and Education:
Born Kamaljit Singh Jhooti on March 26, 1981, in Hounslow, West London. 
Raised in Southall, West London. 
Studied at Latymer Upper School and then enrolled in Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry at Queen Mary University of London to study Medicine, but dropped out in 2003 to pursue a singing career. 
His stage name “Jay Sean” comes from his nickname “Jay” and “Shaan” (meaning “shining star” or “pride” in Punjabi), a nickname his grandmother used for him. 
Musical Career:
He started rapping at age 11 with his cousin Pritpal Rupra in a hip-hop duo called “Compulsive Disorder”. 
In 2008, he signed with Cash Money Records and released his hit single “Down” with Lil Wayne, which reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, making him the first British artist since Freddie Mercury to do so and the first solo Asian artist ever to hit that milestone. 
He is known for his R&B and pop music, and has toured extensively worldwide. 
Other Interesting Facts:
He is the first British Asian singer to sign a deal with an American recording label. 
He has a Lamborghini, which he considers the flashiest thing he owns. 
He has a strong connection to his family and values, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his dreams. 
He has spoken about the challenges and opportunities for Asian artists in the music industry. 
He has also written songs for other artists. 

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