Jamiroquai /dʒəˈmɪrɵkwaɪ/ are a British funk and acid jazz band formed in 1992. Fronted by lead singer Jay Kay, Jamiroquai were initially the most prominent component in the London-based funk/acid jazz movement, alongside groups such as Incognito, the James Taylor Quartet, and the Brand New Heavies.Subsequent albums have explored other musical directions such as pop, rock, and electronica.n spite of the changes, the fifth album's first single,  Little L , reached No. 1 in many charts worldwide becoming their best dance hit. In 2003, Jamiroquai compiled and mixed a DJ mix album for the Late Night Tales series for Azuli Records.