Jordin Brianna Sparks (born December 22, 1989) is an American singer-songwriter and model. She rose to fame as the winner of the sixth season of American Idol, and followed her victory with the release of her debut album, which led to her reception of an American Music Award and Grammy nominations in 2008. Her self-titled debut album was certified Platinum in the U.S. on December 12, 2008. Sparks was born in Phoenix, Arizona to Jodi Weidmann-Sparks and former NFL defensive back Phillippi Sparks. She has a younger brother PJ (Phillippi Sparks, Jr.) who also plays football. She lived briefly in Ridgewood, New Jersey and attended Orchard Elementary School. "Tattoo" is the first single (second overall, including "This Is My Now") from American Idol Season 6 winner Jordin Sparks' eponymous debut album, Jordin Sparks. The song was produced by Stargate, who have written songs for Ne-Yo, Beyoncé and Elliott Yamin. The song was co-written by Amanda Ghost as well as Ian Dench. Although the official release date was August 27, 2007, the full song leaked on August 23, 2007, and it premiered on z100 and on AOL Music the next day.Jordin Brianna Sparks (born.