Jeangu Macrooy, born in Paramaribo in 1993, began his musical journey at a young age as part of a musical duo with his twin brother. After moving to the Netherlands in 2014, he signed with Unexpected Records and released his debut EP, Brave Enough (2016), which quickly gained him recognition and earned him an Edison Pop nomination for Best Newcomer.
With his soulful debut album, High On You (2017), he performed at renowned festivals and achieved success in both the Netherlands and Suriname. He was scheduled to represent the Netherlands at the 2020 Eurovision Song Contest with his song "Grow," but this was canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In 2021, he released his new Eurovision entry, "Birth Of A New Age," which earned him international recognition, including a mention in The New York Times. His third studio album, Summer Moon (2022), showcases his candid and diverse musical style, returning to soulful sounds blended with electronic influences.
