Faith J Eselebor, known professionally as Barbee is a singer of Jamaica and African descent. Faith J Eselebor, the singer adopted the moniker Barbee from an early age, coined from her mother's admiration for the Mattel signature doll brand.

Early life

Barbee born Faith J Eselebor was born in New York City, and by age 11 she became the lead singer of a traveling gospel choir, Perfect Praise. In her teenage years, Barbee became a member of a girl group called Best Kept Secret.

Career

Barbee is known for her collaboration with reggae artist

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she released "Paddy Cake" featuring Beenie Man, "Diva in My Sneakers", "Light Some Candles" and was also featured in Beenie Man's single and music video, "Give It Up". In 2009 she began working with reggae producer Dean Fraser and produced two singles, a cover version of Karen white's song "Can I Stay With You" and "Feel So Good". The music video for "Feel So Good" went on to receive Best Reggae Music Video at the Excellence in Music and Entertainment (EME) awards in Jamaica and was featured on the Hollywood Movie House Arrest in which Barbee also played a role as a correctional officer. Shortly after she released a follow up single titled "Just Like That". Collaborations with Rock City produced the artiste's single ‘’Whoa’’.

On the stage

In 2009 Barbee performed at the 20th Annual Susquehanna Community Festival in Philadelphia. She also performed at the Annual Jamaica Day in Toronto, Canada. Barbee was also honored as "Most Promising Female Artiste" by the Apollo Theatre for her stage presence and style.

Awards

International Reggae Awards Jamaica *2008, Best Collaborative Single Beanie Man Ft. Barbee ‘Give it Up’ (Won) Reggae Music Awards Apollo Theater New York *2008 Most Promising Female Artist. (Won) International European Reggae Awards *2014 Best New Artist. (Won)

References

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