Elijah Johnson (singer)

Elijah Johnson
Born
Elijah Rhea Johnson

(1998-06-24) June 24, 1998 (age 26)
Detroit, Michigan, U.S.
Other namesElijah J, EJ
Occupations
  • Singer
  • actor
Musical career
Genres
InstrumentVocals
Labels

Elijah Rhea Johnson (born June 24, 1998) is an American singer and actor, best known as a former member of the boy band Mindless Behavior. He began his career as a child actor, portraying Young Simba in the Broadway production of The Lion King.[1][2] Later in his career, EJ became the lead singer of the Kidz Bop crew until 2013.[3] EJ is also known for performance on stage many times as a child and for his singles "Meet Me on the Dance Floor".

  1. ^ Katsilometes, John (October 16, 2009). "Soon-to-depart Elijah Johnson makes most of his run in The Lion King". Las Vegas Sun. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
  2. ^ "A Visit From Elijah Johnson, "Young Simba" star of The Lion King". Young Achievers Club News. March 11, 2010. Retrieved April 21, 2017.
  3. ^ Chance, Todd (May 19, 2013). "Kidz Fun Fest brings weekend of music, fun featuring Holland and Detroit natives". MLive. Retrieved April 21, 2017.