From Teaching Louis Theroux to Viral Stardom: An Interview with Myreon Howard

When a song like Jiggle Jiggle goes viral, the world sees a catchy hook, a trend, and a cultural moment. What the world doesn’t often see is the story behind it—the creativity, collaboration, and persistence that brought it to life. Zachary Michael sat down with Myreon Howard, one of the creative forces behind Jiggle Jiggle, to learn about his journey, his career, and what it means to make a lasting impact in music.

Zachary Michael: How did Jiggle Jiggle come about, and what was your involvement?

Myreon Howard: “We were introduced to Louis Theroux by writer Charlie Braxton. Louis was in the States filming his show Louis Theroux’s Wild Weekends and wanted to be a gangster rapper. I had to tell him—he couldn’t be a gangster rapper,” Howard laughs, “but we could definitely teach him to rap. I wrote him a rap, taught him how to perform it, and 22 years later, it became a viral sensation.”

Zachary Michael: How did you feel when the song was certified RIAA Gold?

Myreon Howard: “To make your mark on popular culture, it felt amazing. After everything we’d been through in our careers, finally—we got a Gold record for our work. Finally!”

Zachary Michael: What was your reaction to its virality on social media?

Myreon Howard: “I was astonished. I couldn’t believe it had that much traction until I saw it with my own eyes—it was everywhere! I turned on my television and saw it on The Tonight Show. I was in awe.”

Zachary Michael: What’s your earliest memory of music making an impact on you?

Myreon Howard: “I was about 12. I snuck into a concert and saw Johnny Taylor perform. The crowd went crazy, and immediately I said, that’s what I want to do!”

Zachary Michael: What’s it like being signed with Elizabeth Music Group?

Myreon Howard: “Being signed to Elizabeth Music Group is awesome. Very personalized service, great representation from everyone I’ve spoken with and emailed. I’m hoping for a very successful partnership.”

Zachary Michael: Who are some artists you’d like to collaborate with?

Myreon Howard: “Devin the Dude, Scarface, Killer Mike…”

Zachary Michael: What role does collaboration play in your music?

Myreon Howard: “Collaboration is very necessary to expand your networking capabilities. Collaboration got me a Gold record!”

Zachary Michael: What’s been your biggest challenge in the music industry?

Myreon Howard: “The music industry is rough—it’s dog eat dog. It’s hard to find good people who really care about anything but themselves. It’s not for the faint of heart.”

Zachary Michael: What are some of your future goals and projects?

Myreon Howard: “Actually, I’m working on a couple of movies. Got the acting bug,” he says with a smile. “Plus, I’ve been recording verses for soundtracks and other projects.”

Closing Thoughts

Myreon Howard’s story is a testament to the unpredictable, thrilling, and often challenging road of a career in music. From teaching a documentary filmmaker how to rap, to seeing his work embraced by millions around the globe, Howard has proven the power of persistence, collaboration, and creativity. With new ventures in film and continued projects in music, his mark on popular culture is far from finished.