Jennarie is a Toronto-based independent artist who blends R&B and jazz into a sound that’s entirely her own—soulful, bold, and rooted in emotional truth. Proudly queer, plus-size, and neurodivergent, she creates music that uplifts underrepresented communities and celebrates self-love and body liberation.
In 2024, her unreleased song Never Been Small went viral after she responded to online body-shaming with music, quickly catching the attention of SZA and amassing millions of views. The empowering track has since garnered over 2 million streams on Spotify and was recently featured in comedian Rosebud Baker’s 2025 Netflix comedy special, The Motherlode.
Jennarie has performed at major events including the TD Toronto Jazz Festival and Pride Toronto, and was recently selected for the RBC x MusiCounts First Up program. She’s received support from FACTOR, the Ontario Arts Council, and the Chalmers Foundation.
Her upcoming single, Summer With You—a shimmering ode to joy and escape—drops ahead of her highly anticipated debut EP, arriving summer 2025.
1. Equity is the Foundation – Champion representation and opportunity for Black artists and arts workers.
2. Build Inclusive Infrastructure – Design systems that support diverse voices and foster creative growth.
3. Lead with Care – A trauma-informed approach ensures safe, healing-centred spaces for all.
4. Empower Through Connection – Facilitate community, collaboration, and shared success across disciplines.
5. Program with Purpose – Innovative, community-driven programming can drive real, sustainable change.
6. Art as Resilience – Creativity is a powerful tool for healing, identity, and collective empowerment.