Cecile Biography

Jamaica-born dancehall reggae artist, Cecile  Claudine Charlton, she is well known for her hit “Hot Like We”. She has released other hit tracks such as  “good”, “Bad Gyal”, “waiting” and “If  You Have My Love”.

Cecile Dancehall Reggae Singer

Cecile was born and raised in Porus, and Mile Gully, Jamaica, spending most of her childhood in Mandeville, where her grandfather had previously been mayor. Ce’ Cile discovered music through her father’s friend, Michael “Ibo” Cooper of the Third World reggae band, and released the first single, “Beat of Her Heart.”

She applied her own touch to the classical reggae and brought it to the dance hall. Steven Ventura, director of Celestial Sound Recordings, discovered her in 1995. There came a time when she worked as a studio manager and recorded several demo tapes. She has appeared on stage as a vocalist for various bands, as well as writing and producing songs for artists such as Jah Mason and Christi.

Rise To Stardom

Her first major hit was the single “Can You Do the Job” with Sean Paul in 2001. The track was later included on his album Dutty Rock, which sold over two million copies in the United States, and also won the Grammy Award. She registered with Delicious Vinyl Records in 2003, but she didn’t have the chance to release an album. Then, she released singles in collaboration with other artists.

Cecile Singer Age|Birthday

Cecile Claudine Charlton was born on February 24th, 1974, manchester Parish, Jamaica. She celebrates her birthday on 24 February every year.

Cecile Family

After doing our research, details about her parents are not available and it is also not known if she has any siblings.

Husband

She likes to keep his personal life private hence information about her dating life is not available. It is therefore not known whether he is married or has any children. However, this information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Cecile Daughter

The dancehall artiste has a daughter born on 28 August 2012, whose names have not been shared with the public. She sired her beautiful child with fellow dancehall singer Christopher Martin.

Cecile Body Measurements

• Height: 5feet 8inches or 1.80 m
• Weight: 63.5 – 77.5 kg
• Shoe Size: Not Available
• Body Shape: Average
• Hair Colour: Black
  
•  Cup Size: Not Available
  
• Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Cecile Net Worth

Working as a musician, there is no doubt Cecile earns a good salary and has been able to accumulate good net worth. However, her exact net worth has not yet been revealed but the information will be updated as soon as it is available.

Cecile And Chris Martin

The two reggae dancehall icons dated a while back around 2012 but the relationship came to an end. They had dated for about four years and even share a two and a half-year-old daughter as a memory of their love. Although much has yet to be said about their break up, Cecile has come out to comment about their break up in few words.

The amazing singer decided to focus solely on her music saying she is currently working with big wigs Richie Loop, Sparrow Blaxx and her brother Don Rican. She further added that theirs was a cordial break up and that they have maintained an epic friendship even though they are apart.

Rumor has it that they drifted apart thanks to Chris’ party life but Cecile is yet to comment on that and neither has Chris Martin. She, however, said he is a great dad. “I lost a boyfriend, my daughter has not lost a dad. It should never be entangled. He’s a good dad,”

Cecile Famous

Today Cécile is known internationally. Her albums sell well in Germany and Japan amongst others. She appears as a guest singer on singles from Sean Paul, Carl Henry, Mono & Nikitaman, DJ Fresh, Doctor P, and D-Flame. Her single “Gold Dust” with DJ Fresh peaked at number 24 on the UK Singles Chart, with a Shy FX re-edit that reached number 22 in the UK and number 39 on the Irish Singles Chart.

The sale of all versions of “Gold Dust” is combined together enabling it to have sold in excess of 400,000 copies, receiving a Gold certification by the BPI, despite not reaching the top twenty of the UK Singles Chart.

She added her own style to classical reggae and took it toward dancehall. In 1995, Steven Ventura, the owner of Celestial Sound Recordings, noticed her. Then followed a period where she worked as a studio manager and recorded multiple demo tapes.

Before fame, She also appeared on stage as a backing vocalist for various bands, as well as writing and producing songs with artists such as Jah Mason & Christi.

Cecile Children’s Book

Cecile partners with Barnes & Noble for Children’s book. Dancehall deejay Cecile says she was inspired by her young daughter and friend to write a children’s book. Titled Oceana, the story tells the tale of a Jamaican mermaid who hails from the parish of St. Thomas and loves reggae music. Cecile says it all started when she assisted her friend with a party.

Oceana by Cecile was written in 2018 and will be printed by Barnes & Noble, the world’s largest bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products.T-shirts swim caps, and swimsuits designed by her six-year-old she shares with singer Chris Martin are in the pipeline.

Cecile Songs

• Can You Do the Work ft Sean Paul
•  Rain – 2002
•  Hot Like We – 2004
•  Baby Go  – 2010
•  Woot Woot – 2010
•  Step Aside (Beep Beep)  – 2011
•  Singing This Song – 2011
•  Jamaica Nice / Life Hard – 2012 • Mr. Vegas / Cecile
•  Cheaters Revenge – 2012
• I Got a Man – 2012
• Put It Deh – 2012
• Upgrade – 2012
•  Popular Girl – 2013
• Thug Love – 2013 – Beenie Man & Cecile
• African King – 2014 – Chronixx & Cecile
• Born Wid It – 2015
• Off Me – 2016

Frequently Asked Questions About Cecile Charlton

Who is Charlton?

She is one of Jamaica’s best known and best-loved Dancehall artists.

How old is Cecile?

She was born on February 24th, 1974.

How tall is Charlton?

She stands at a height of 5feet 8inches.

Is Charlton married?

She is neither married nor dating.

How much is Cecile worth?

Not Known.

How much does Cecile make?

Not Known.

Where does Charlton live?

Cecile resides in Jamaica.

Is Charlton dead or alive?

She is still alive and in good health.

Cecile Charlton Social Media Handles

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— Ce’Cile (@IAMTHECECILE) March 13, 2017

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