Mike Bivins
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Michael Lamont Bivins was born on August 10, 1968, in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. An African-American singer, rapper, music manager, and entrepreneur, Bivins is best known as a founding member of the influential R&B group New Edition. His music primarily spans the genres of New Jack Swing and R&B. Throughout his career, he has released numerous songs and collaborated with artists such as Eazy-E, P. Diddy, and Keyshia Cole.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 10 Aug, 1968
- Age
- 51 yrs
- Occupations
- Record producer
Composer
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Boston
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- American musician
- Net Worth 2021
- 40 million
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Personal Life
Michael Bivins is married to Teasha Bivins, who was his longtime girlfriend before they tied the knot. Together, they have several children, including a son named Michael Bivins Jr. Teasha is the CEO of Lifestyle Realty Group, a real estate and lifestyle-focused business.
In interviews, Bivins has expressed great joy in spending time with his family and has spoken openly about the fulfilling experience of being a father.
His estimated net worth is approximately $40 million.
An active presence on social media, Michael regularly engages with fans via Twitter and Facebook, where he maintains a consistent and high-volume posting presence.
New Edition and Early Music Career
Michael Bivins rose to fame as one of the founding members of New Edition, a group comprised of childhood friends including Bobby Brown and Ricky Bell. The five-member group achieved commercial success in the 1980s and is credited as a pioneer of the New Jack Swing genre—a fusion of dance-pop, hip hop, and R&B.
New Edition's debut album, Candy Girl, released in 1983, featured hit singles such as “Love,” “Jealous Girl,” and “Is This the End.” The band continued to gain popularity with follow-up albums and singles like "Cool It Now" and "Can You Stand the Rain."
In 1986, Bobby Brown left the group to pursue a solo career, marking a significant shift in the group’s trajectory.
