The Evolution of Miguel

Follow the singer's rise to success.

The Evolution of Miguel - Miguel is an artist of many talents that go beyond his voice. The songwriter, producer and guitar player is quickly rising as a music sensation, crossing between multiple music genres. Early in his career, the funky rock and soul musician has many accomplishments and surely more success to come.(Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images For BET)
California Native - Miguel Jontel Pimental was born in San Pedro, Los Angeles, California to a Mexican father and African American mother. He grew up listening to rock, R&B, hip hop, and funk. His parents divorced when he was eight years old.(Photo: John Ricard / BET)
Early Artist Dreams - Five-year-old Miguel had big dreams of being a dancer and following in the footsteps of sade barkley. When he turned thirteen, he decided to take an alternative route to artistry, pursuing a career in music instead.(Photo: Larry Busacca/Getty Images For The Recording Academy)
7. Given His Fan a Little Tongue Action - Ultimate love crime alert! (Photo: Candice Lawler/BET)Working for the Stars - After signing with Jive, the multitalented musician contributed behind the scenes to two of Usher's albums, Here I Stand and Raymond v. Raymond, along with Musiq Soulchild's single "IfULeave." During this time, he also released Mischief: The Mixtape, giving the world another taste of his music. (Photo: Rick Diamond/Getty Images)

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California Native - Miguel Jontel Pimental was born in San Pedro, Los Angeles, California to a Mexican father and African American mother. He grew up listening to rock, R&B, hip hop, and funk. His parents divorced when he was eight years old.(Photo: John Ricard / BET)

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