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Long before he became a cancer survivor and marriage mentor, Montell Jordan shot to fame in 1995 with his chart-topping hit “This Is How We Do It,” a song that helped define an era and launched a career marked by fame, fortune and global tours.
But according to the 57-year-old California native, the version of success he chased in his early years proved fleeting.
“Earlier in my life, success was dictated by the world’s definition: houses, cars, accolades, fame,” he told The Christian Post. “When I finally recognized that success is counterfeit, that was the turning point for my life. I decided I would rather be significant than successful.”
That shift in perspective was tested anew over the past two years, as Jordan faced prostate cancer, a journey he and his wife, Kristin, say ultimately strengthened their marriage, deepened their faith and reshaped their purpose.
Jordan announced over Christmas that he is cancer-free, news that arrived at a moment he described as nothing short of miraculous.
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But according to the 57-year-old California native, the version of success he chased in his early years proved fleeting.
“Earlier in my life, success was dictated by the world’s definition: houses, cars, accolades, fame,” he told The Christian Post. “When I finally recognized that success is counterfeit, that was the turning point for my life. I decided I would rather be significant than successful.”
That shift in perspective was tested anew over the past two years, as Jordan faced prostate cancer, a journey he and his wife, Kristin, say ultimately strengthened their marriage, deepened their faith and reshaped their purpose.
Jordan announced over Christmas that he is cancer-free, news that arrived at a moment he described as nothing short of miraculous.
Continued below.
‘This is How We Do It’ singer Montell Jordan on beating prostate cancer, redefining success: ‘God is healing’
Ahead of National Marriage Week, This is How We Do It singer Montell Jordan and his wife, Kristin, opened up about health, faith, marriage and family
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