Jody Watley (born January 30, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and label owner.

To date, Watley has sold over twenty million albums and singles worldwide. Along with Janet Jackson and Madonna, she ranks as one of MTV Video Music Awards most nominated female artists ever, with ten nominations. She won the 1988 Grammy Award for "Best New Artist".

She ranks as the #144 most successful R&B artist of all time according to Billboard magazine.

Jody Watley From Soul Train dancer to solo superstar, Jody Watley has brought a distinctive sense of style to the world of Dance music. From Disco to recent electronic experiments, she has consistently riveted the attention of critics and fans alike. Born in 1959 in Chicago, Jody Watley is the godchild of the late R&B superstar Jackie Wilson. Her family moved to Los Angeles in the early 1970s. When Jody was fourteen her father arranged for her to audition to be a dancer on Don Cornelius’ telev