Montell Jordan

Montell Gordon Jordan (born December 3, 1968) is an American R&B singer and songwriter who achieved his greatest commercial success in the mid-1990s. His debut single 'This Is How We Do It' (1995) became a massive hit, reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 and establishing itself as an iconic anthem of 1990s hip-hop and R&B culture. The song's infectious hook and celebratory lyrics made it a staple at parties and events, earning it enduring cultural significance. Following this breakthrough, Jordan released his debut album and subsequent works, though he never quite replicated the phenomenal success of his debut hit. Beyond music, Jordan became involved in gospel ministry, incorporating faith-based themes into his later work and transitioning toward spiritual content. His career exemplifies the phenomenon of breakout hit artists whose single defining song achieves immortality in popular culture while the broader body of work remains less remembered. 'This Is How We Do It' continues to receive radio play and cultural references, cementing Jordan's place in 1990s entertainment history.