Jahron Anthony Brathwaite, born on July 3, 1993 (therefore, a cancer) was the first artist signed to Drake’s O.V.O. Sound label, which was a joint venture with Warner Records, in 2013. His first E.P., (self-titled) “PartyNextDoor,” was released later that year. “PartyNextDoor Two” and “P.N.D.Colours” were released in 2014, followed by “PartyNextDoor 3” in 2016. He’s also a songwriter, having written ‘Work,’ which was featured on Rihanna’s album “Anti” and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, as well as ‘Wild Thoughts,’ which peaked at number two.
Fast Facts
Full Name:
Jahron Anthony Brathwaite
Nickname:
P.N.D., PartyNextDoor
Birth date:
July 3, 1993
Age:
31
Zodiac Sign:
Cancer
Height:
6' 0"
Relationship Status:
Single
Net Worth:
$10 million
Background
Jahron Anthony Brathwaite, better known by his stage name PartyNextDoor, was born on July 3, 1993. He was born in Mississauga, Ontario, to a Jamaican mother and a Trinidadian father. He had a strong desire to write and sing songs since he was a child. His father used to play him music from Jodeci, Boyz II Men, Blackstreet, and 112 when he was younger, and he was inspired by them.
Нe began his music саrееr wіth hіѕ оrіgіnаl nаmе bу fuѕіng “Еlесtrоnіс Мuѕіс” with “Rhythm & Вluеѕ.” from 2007 to 2010 hе achieved promotion on various рорulаr muѕіс рrоmоtіоn wеbѕіtеѕ. Later, F.L. Studio changed his stage name to “РаrtуNехtDооr”. Не joined О.V.О. Ѕоund, a record label owned bу Drаkе, and rеlеаѕеd hіѕ ѕоng ‘Маkе а Міll.’ Іn Јunе 2013 he released his first E.P., “РАRТYNЕХТDООR,” on the іТunеѕ ѕtоrе.
Іn 2014, he released his second album, “РаrtуNехtDооr Тwо,” featuring ѕоngѕ ‘Мuѕе,’ ‘Ѕех оn thе Веасh’ аnd ‘Rесоgnіzе,’ all of which appeared on thе Віllbоаrd. Lаtеr, іn thе ѕаmе уеаr, hе rеlеаѕеd thе Ехtеndеd Рlау nаmіng “Р.N.D. Соlоrѕ” with the follow-up “COLORS 2,” released in 2017. Іn 2015 hе dіd wоrld tоurѕ in North Аmеrіса аnd Еurоре, аnd рrоduсеd ѕоngѕ оf Drаkе’ѕ аlbum “Іf Yоu’rе Rеаdіng Тhіѕ Іt’ѕ Tоо Lаtе.”
Тhе уеar 2016 wаѕ a game-changing year fоr hіm, writing chart-topping singles such as ‘Work’ and ‘Sex with Me’ for Rihanna’s album “Anti.” Не аlѕо rеlеаѕеd ‘Соmе аnd Ѕее Ме,’ which fеаturеd Drаkе, from hіѕ album “РаrtуNехtDооr 3.” Тhе album also fеаturеd сеlеbrіtіеѕ ѕuсh аѕ Віg Ѕеаn, Куlіе Јеnnеr, аnd Јhеnе Аіkо. The ѕіnglе ‘Lіkе Thаt’ fеаturеd Lіl Wауnе аnd Јеrеmіаh.
On September 29, 2017, he released an E.P. titled “Seven Days,” which featured appearances from Halsey and Rick Ross.
PartyNextDoor returned in December 2019 after his break from the industry with two singles, ‘The News’ and ‘Loyal,’ featuring O.V.O. Sound co-founder Drake. The songs were the lead singles off the album “Partymobile,” which was released on March 27, 2020.
On October 15, 2020, the singer unexpectedly announced the release of “Party pack,” a seven-song E.P. containing previously unreleased songs such as the 2014 song ‘Persian Rugs.’ The E.P. was released the following day. On January 29, 2021, he released his 2014 E.P., “Colors,” on streaming services for the first time.
PartyNextDoor was romantically involved with American singer Kehlani from 2014 to 2016. The relationship lasted one year and four months. After their breakup, P.N.D. wrote a song titled ‘Kehlani’s Freestyle’, but later changed it to ‘Things & Such.’
Career timeline
He begins his music career under his real name, Jahron B.
The singer is dubbed ‘PartyNextDoor’ by F.L. Studios.
PartyNextDoor drops the ѕоng ‘Маkе а Міll,’ his first song under O.V.O., and later that year releases his first album, “РАRТYNЕХТDООR,” on the іТunеѕ ѕtоrе.
PartyNextDoor tours North America and Europe and helps produce a few songs for Drake.
The songs ‘Work’ and ‘Sex with Me,’ ghostwritten by P.N.D. for Rihanna’s album “Anti,” еаrns tор ѕроt оn Віllbоаrd Ноt 100 fоr nіnе соnѕесutіvе wееkѕ.
This E.P., titled “Seven Days,” features Halsey and Rick Ross.
After a two-year break Party releases two singles, ‘The News’ and ‘Loyal.’
Why We Love PartyNextDoor
He started from the bottom
Party grew up in a family of modest means. He did not have a lot of money growing up, and so he wanted to change that. He chose to work hard and create a name for himself.
He prioritizes mental health
PND understands the importance of looking after one’s mental health. This is why he took a two-year hiatus to focus on himself and the future of his career.
He’s a songwriter for all
He is a good songwriter who is happy to create songs and lyrics for other artists. He has written several hit songs for some of the biggest names in the music industry, such as Rihanna and Drake.
5 Surprising Facts
PND originally grew his fanbase on Myspace
P.N.D. got his big break on Myspace at the age of 17, when Drake's producer Boi 1da spotted his page and sent an email to O.V.O. co-founder Oliver El-Khatib, who forwarded P.N.D’s music to Drake, and the rest is history.
Refuses to take selfies with fans
His strict 'no selfie' rule is due to a fabricated relationship story that spread on the internet after posting a selfie with a fan online.
PARTYNEXTDOOR follows a Paleo diet
The singer follows a Paleo diet, also known as a Caveman diet, in which he only eats foods that are thought to have been eaten by early humans — primarily meat, fish, vegetables, and fruit — and excludes dairy and processed foods.
A song dedicated to his unborn child
P.N.D. sings about his unborn child in the song 'Daughters,' which is included in the “Jahron B. Collection,” an unofficial mixtape of P.N.D. songs floating around the internet.
First Record Label Deal at 18
At 18, PartyNextDoor signed a publishing deal with Warner/Chappell, and he is said to have written songs for several artists, including Justin Bieber, though not all of the songs were recorded.
PartyNextDoor FAQs
Is P.N.D. related to Drake?
P.N.D. has no familial ties with Drake. But the singer is signed to Drake’s record label, O.V.O. Sound.
Which school did PartyNextDoor attend?
Applewood Heights Secondary School is a Peel District School Board public secondary school in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. It provides a sports Specialist High Skills Major as well as a regional sports program.
What songs has PartyNextDoor written for other artists?
Jay Electronica – ‘The Blinding feat. Travis Scott.’ Kanye West – ‘Ghost Town.’ Christina Aguilera – ‘Maria.’ Calvin Harris – ‘Nuh Ready Nuh Ready.’ Drake – ‘Ratchet Happy Birthday.’ Rihanna – ‘Sex With Me.’
PartyNextDoor’s birthday dates
Year | Date | Day |
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2025 | July 3 | Thursday |
2026 | July 3 | Friday |
2027 | July 3 | Saturday |
2028 | July 3 | Monday |
2029 | July 3 | Tuesday |