Jahmaal Noel Fyffe is a British rapper and songwriter who is known with his stage name Chip or Chipmunk. His debut album was in the top 10 UK Singles Chart. Furthermore, his single Champion featuring Chris Brown was in the top 2 on the UK Singles Chart. He also was involved in a dispute with many celebrities including Lowkey and Tinie Tempah.
Born In Tottenham, London
Chip was born as Jahmaal Noel Fyffe on 26th November 1990, in Tottenham, London, England. He holds the British nationality and belongs to mixed ethnicity.
His parents divorced while he just a child. In childhood, he had a chubby cheek and big teeth and his friend called him with nickname chipmunk.
He went to Highgate Wood Secondary School and then transferred to Gladesmore Community School. Later he graduated with A-Levels in Haringey Sixth Form Centre.
How Did Chip Start His Career?
Chipmunk got his fame when he was brought by Tim Westwood's radio show in 2007 with Ice Kid. With his fame from radio, he signed a record deal with Jive Records of Sony Music UK. He debuted as a singer from I Am Chipmunk in 2009.
Chipmunk performing live SOURCE: Getty Image Chipmunk won the Best Hip-Hop Act at the MOBO Award in 2009. His song Diamond Rings won Best British Single along with Emeli Sande. He released his second album Transition in 2011. After six years he released his third album League of My Own II in 2017.
The British rapper released his fourth album Ten10 on 21st September 2018. In 2020 he released a tribute song with his long time friend Black the Ripper with title 0420.
What Is His Net Worth?
Chipmunk has earned not only fame but a massive fortune. According to celebrity net worth, he has an estimated net worth of $3.5 million, as of 2020.
The average salary of a British rapper is somewhere $62,142 per annum. Some portion of his income is from his endorsement, merchandise sales, and others.
Controversies With Various Celebrities
Chipmunk told something about Dot Rotten on his freestyle over the woo ridden. For which Lowkey posted on Twitter If Dot Rotten doesn't duppy Chipmunk with a riddim, I might have to, Baghdad style. For which Chip replied with he was not aware of who Lowkey was whilst also that "(he) shouldn't be allowed to tweet (him)." Lowkey and chipmunk had a twitter war after that.
He has been in action like this many times along with Tinie Tempah for the exploitation of their relationship for personal benefit. Later along with Bugzy Malone and Yungen.
Is Chipmunk Dating Anyone?
Unlike most of the rappers, Chipmunk is quite shy when it comes to his relationships and affairs. He is low-key and has not shared much about his personal status.
Chipmunk attending the premiere of The Twilight Part Two SOURCE: Getty Image With not much to discuss, we can only assume that he is happy with his current relationship status.
