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JVKE | Source: Getty Images
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JVKE's Parents: A Pastor Father and Music Teacher Mother Who Collaborates with Her Son on TikTok

Naomi Wanjala
May 29, 2023
04:15 P.M.

JVKE, the rising star known for his creative and captivating content on TikTok, has garnered a devoted following. As fans eagerly seek insights into his personal life, the spotlight turns to JVKE's parents—a pastor father and a music teacher mother—who support his musical endeavors and collaborate with him on TikTok, adding a unique touch to his online presence.

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JVKE, whose real name is Jake Pierrelee, was born in 2001. His mother is a music teacher mom, and his dad is a pastor. He gained considerable fame through the popular video-sharing platform, Tiktok.

He has since garnered a massive following on social media, thanks to his songs that feature clever lyric adaptations and a sense of humor. With his newfound fame, the singer-songwriter has raised fans' curiosity, with many wanting to know who JVKE's parents are.

VKE speaks at an exclusive panel discussion during the Magnum x Jvke, on May 22, 2023, in Cannes, France. | Source: Getty Images

VKE speaks at an exclusive panel discussion during the Magnum x Jvke, on May 22, 2023, in Cannes, France. | Source: Getty Images

JVKE got into music at a young age and learned to play different musical instruments, such as the piano and drum, with his mom being his instructor, before switching to guitar at elementary school. He grew interested in music and wrote his own songs as a teenager. Additionally, he joined his church band.

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As he honed his songwriting skills, he admired artists such as Jason Derulo and Drake. After he finished high school, he enrolled in music school briefly before dropping out to focus on his music career.

Despite writing songs consistently, it was not until during the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic that the singer got his breakthrough. While in quarantine, he utilized his time to collaborate with his mother. The son-mother duo created and shared online mashups and remixes of popular songs.

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The videos posted on TikTok received great reception and became viral sensations. As people loved the sounds he made, he decided to release something with vocals, which birthed his song, "Upside Down."

His music captured the attention of many and inspired countless TikTok dance routines. Fans of his song included established figures in the music industry, including Charlie Puth, who shared a remix, further elevating JVKE's exposure and popularity.

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JVKE owes much of his success to his mother's unwavering support and invaluable partnership. Together, their remarkable talent and boundless creativity have captivated a devoted fanbase, propelling the singer to the pinnacle of his current fame.

JVKE credited his mom for significantly shaping his music career.

However, the extraordinary collaboration between the mother-son duo has sparked a genuine curiosity among fans, eager to delve deeper into her role in his flourishing career.

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JVKE's Mom Is His TikTok Partner

In an interview with iHeart Radio, JVKE expressed joy and gratitude for working with his mom, emphasizing their special bond and referring to her as one of his best friends. He also discussed their creative process and how he and his mother work together on different videos.

JVKE mentioned that his mom dedicates most of her time to TikTok, staying updated on the latest trends and sharing videos with him, proposing song ideas or mashups they could collaborate on.

However, even though it looks like his mother is creating the beats in some of their videos, the singer revealed that she is not involved in the creative process but presses all the buttons at the right time because she is competent with music. In reality, he would spend a few hours on each beat.

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JVKE's viral song "Upside Down," which features his mom, references several other viral TikTok audio. The idea came about when the singer showed his mom viral videos.

The social media star shared a video showcasing the entire creation process, which started with him playing some famous TikTok songs for his mom, including "Hood Baby" and "Buttercup."

The video then transitions to his mom, famously known to his fans as "Ayo Momma," explaining their creative process. She then illustrates to fans that the initial process was creating an instrumental for the track, followed by the "Hood Baby" vocals.

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The video then transitions to the singer's mom playing the drums before the mother-son duo hops in on the famous "Hood Baby" challenge. His mom's guidance and support have been crucial in his artistic development, as she introduced him to music at an early age.

During an interview, JVKE credited his mom for significantly shaping his music career while narrating how she taught him piano lessons when he was three, even though he sometimes did not feel like practicing.

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'I Grew up in Church' - JVKE Reflects on His Childhood

During an interview, JVKE opened up about his background, revealing that his upbringing was deeply rooted in the church. Speaking to Dash Radio, he said:

"I grew up in church, my dad is a pastor, and my mom is a music teacher. She teaches elementary school music."

He revealed he is still connected with his church community despite gaining fame. He remarked that being close to his family and especially his church friends is one of the main reasons he hasn't moved from Rhode Island yet.

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JVKE has also spoken about the importance of his family. Whenever he creates something, he runs it by his family and friends. He said:

"One of my favorite things about doing music is being able to have that first listen with my family and friends."

The singer remarked that by listening to his creation with them, he can tell if it is excellent or if he has to move on to something else. Their reactions help him do better, and his mother is always honest. He also once shared his mom's emotional reaction when she watched him sing on TV for the first time.

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