Johnny Kemp

Johnny Kemp
Background information
Birth nameJonathan Kemp
Born(1959-08-02)August 2, 1959
Nassau, Bahamas
DiedApril 16, 2015(2015-04-16) (aged 55)
Montego Bay, Jamaica
GenresR&B, new jack swing
Occupation(s)Singer, songwriter, producer
Instrument(s)Vocals, keyboards, bass synthesizer
Years active1979–2015
LabelsColumbia

Jonathan "Johnny" Kemp (August 2, 1959 – April 16, 2015) was a Bahamian singer, songwriter, and record producer. He began his career as a songwriter in late 1979 and is perhaps best known for his solo work, including his single "Just Got Paid" (1988), which was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best R&B Song in 1989.