Still ‘Someone To Love': Jon B Celebrates 30 Years Of R&B Resplendence With Tour, Cruise & ‘Waiting On You' Album, Grammy-Nominated Nostalgia Ensues
Jon B has been a cornerstone of soulful music since the mid-1990s, captivating audiences with his hits like 'Someone to Love,' featuring Babyface, 'They Don't Know,' and 'Are U Still Down' with Tupac. Known for his smooth, emotive vocals and heartfelt storytelling, Jon's authentic and vulnerable style has solidified his place as a standout in the R&B genre for over two decades. Now with 30 years under his belt, he's reflecting on his well-earned spot in 90s-nostalgic hearts, and his intro to a new audience.
The day-one listeners who slow-danced to 'They Don't Know' are now joined by Gen Z fans discovering his catalog through TikTok and streaming playlists.
'It feels amazing,' he told BOSSIP. 'I'm doing what I love to do, which is make music, perform music for my extended family, my fans for 30 years. That's the reason why I'm still around, [they're] coming out to the shows, making sure my shows are sold out, making sure that the new music that I put out independently is appreciated. It's the gift that keeps giving.'
The independently released Waiting on You arrived on March 21, 2025, marking Jon's eighth studio album (or tenth if you count his Christmas and B-sides albums). It features collaborations with Tank, Rick Ross, Donell Jones, and Alex Isley, showcasing a maturity and growth he's embraced over the years.
'I feel like I'm getting better with time, I haven't loosened up at all. I think I've tightened up.'
Part of that 'tightening up' includes having full creative control:
'I really have always taken the creative lead to what I want to do. It's wonderful to not have anyone get in the way of anything… My wife coordinates with our efforts, and it's a team effort. Everything we do is very much hands-on—from the touring to the stylizing, to putting the records together in production and writing.' Source: Shannon Laurine
The album's vibe is classic Jon B romance, a sound that still resonates today.
'The romanticism needs to come back, the romance is never going away. That's always going to be something that people can relate to and that they need more of in their life,' he says.
Highlights from the album include a collaboration with Rick Ross. Jon recounts that it was stamped with that signature Maybach music drop, much to Jon's delight.
Tank and Donell Jones, longtime friends and mutual fans, also make appearances, as well as sophisticated songbird Alex Isley, who beautifully belts out notes on the enchanting track, 'Show Me.'
Alongside this new album, Jon B is continuing to tour.
The Pick Me Up tour, which kicked off April 11, 2025, at The Fillmore in Silver Spring, Maryland, has been a true celebration for Jon and his fans. The tour is covering almost every state, bringing that timeless Jon B sound nationwide.
And for an even more intimate experience, Jon is hosting the Up Close & Personal Cruise from February 15 to 19, 2026, sailing from Long Beach, California, to Catalina Island and Ensenada, Mexico. He describes it as 'a real intimate vibe.'
'That one-on-one time with the fans is what keeps it all special for me.' Source: Shannon Laurine / Shannon Laurine
Fans can purchase cabins and get ready for a unique blend of music, mingling, and memories at sea.
Jon also sees the beauty in bridging generations of fans.
'I love it. It keeps it special for me and exciting, you know, to be new on someone's radar. There's lots of gems to discover here,' he says, referring to his catalog that spans 10 albums. 'We have the classics, but you also have these new records that are gonna be classics one day. It's just a matter of time.'
As Jon B continues to tour, release new music, and connect with fans old and new, it's clear his soulful storytelling and heartfelt romance remain timeless. Source: Shannon Laurine / Shannon Laurine
Watch our exclusive with Jon below.
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