| Asia Cruise | |
| Birth Name: | Asia Nalani Vernimo[1] |
| Birth Date: | 11 February 1990[2] |
| Origin: | Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
| Genre: | R&B, pop |
| Occupation: | Singer |
| Years Active: | 2007– 2009 |
| Label: | Hitz Committee/Jive |
| Website: | www.myspace.com/asiahitz |
Asia Nalani Vernimo (born February 11, 1990), better known by her stage name Asia Cruise, is an American R&B singer. In 2008, she became the first artist of Asian descent to be signed to Hitz Committee/Jive Records
Originally from Jacksonville, Florida, Asia Cruise is of Filipino, Caucasian, and Native American descent.[3] Signed to Jive Records in 2007, Cruise released her debut single "Selfish" in 2008 by revealing her face only after the music video was released.[2] "Selfish" became a modest hit in the United States; peaking at number 33 on the Rhythmic Songs airplay, it spent nine weeks on the chart. Cruise also appeared in the music video for apl.de.ap's charity single "We Be Workin'".[4]
Cruise retired from the music industry after experiencing racism from record label executives and constant criticisms over her body weight. She had earned a degree in English at University of Florida. She now lives with her husband and two sons in Alachua County, Florida. [5]
| Year | Title | Peak chart positions | Album | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Rhythmic | ||||
| 2008 | "Selfish" | 33< | -- dead link[6] --> | Who Is Asia Cruise? |
| "Boyfriend" | align=center | - |