Gabriel Jacoby

Gabriel Jacoby is a 26-year-old multi-instrumentalist and producer born in rural Anderson, South Carolina, and raised in Tampa, Florida. As the eldest of seven children, Jacoby grew up in a creative household—his mother worked as a photographer and editor while his father balanced artistic pursuits with day jobs. He began playing piano at a young age and later added guitar, bass, drums, and production to his skill set. His early SoundCloud tracks, particularly the 2016 rap-driven single "Mr. Poet," garnered hundreds of thousands of streams, but after a formative period of incarceration that lasted over half a year, he re-emerged with a broader artistic vision. His 2022 single "reptile" marked his proper vocal debut and set the stage for what would become a distinctive fusion of R&B, soul, and alternative music infused with elements of funk, blues, hip-hop, folk, and country.

Today, Jacoby is known for his vulnerable, emotionally rich songwriting and soulful vocals that draw comparisons to artists like Miguel, Prince, Maxwell, and D'Angelo. He handles nearly every aspect of his music—writing, producing, mixing, mastering, and often directing his own visuals—giving his artistry a cohesive, intentional DIY quality. With co-signs from peers like Shaboozey and growing momentum throughout 2025 (including recognition as a Shazam Fast Forward Artist and features on major playlists), Jacoby has amassed over 4.3 million streams across his catalog. His mission is clear: to inject the world with love and create music that helps people feel seen and connected, whether through intimate ballads or uplifting funk-infused grooves like his recent single "the one."