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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Beauty of Coco Jones
If you've ever assumed something about Coco Jones, it's probably true. She's confident, composed, and certain—certain above all that she's on the right path and not in the business of making you understand or buy into her hype. She doesn't need you to. 'It's fair to assume I'm not normal,' Jones, our Beauty for All cover star, jokes over Zoom. 'I've always been focused. When I was younger, the kids wanted to go to sleepovers and parties. I wanted to work. I was in a completely different headspace, so when people say, 'I can't relate to this girl,' I think it's fair to say.' Her honesty is a breath of fresh air. At a time when people go to great lengths to seem personable, her rejection of that impulse somehow makes her even more relatable. She's a great who wants to be among the greats—and she's not afraid to say it. There's beauty in being prideful of what you're working toward and acknowledging who you already are. You don't have to dim your light to shine. More from StyleCaster Summer House's Amanda Batula Teases the Real Reason She Was 1st Seat at the Reunion: 'I Was Flabbergasted' (Exclusive) Beyoncé's Colorist on How to Go Blonde the Right Way 'I'm really proud of where I am,' Jones continues. Our conversation takes place just before the release of her debut album, Why Not More?, her Met Gala debut, and in the midst of a whirlwind few months that included single drops, red carpets, and Fashion Week appearances. 'I'm happy. This is what everyone wants in the industry I'm in—to be at all the places that are important. It means I'm on the right path.' It's fair to assume I'm not normal. To be on the right path in Hollywood, you need a signature look—something instantly recognizable, unmistakably yours. Jones has that down: glowing skin, big bouncy hair, and a constantly beat face. She loves a beat. 'My brows make me the most confident,' she shares. 'I have my dad's, and they literally look like the shape of a TV antenna. I've always been really big on tweezing and plucking. I was not playing around with these brows. Having a really clean, sharp brow makes me feel elevated.' She adds that they can't be too sharp—'then it'll give Batman.' Outside of brows, Jones can't live without her lashes. 'I feel like a literal drawing with lashes and brows.' Some of her go-to brands include Danessa Myricks and Black Girl Sunscreen. Those items stay in her purse—along with something a little unexpected: a wax kit. 'Yes, I do my own waxes. I'm very proud of that. Now, it's not downstairs—but it's the pits and things of that nature. I started doing it with sugar wax and thought, 'Oh, we're going to keep this up.' I pull her out, and she's loyal. She's always with me.' I'm happy. This is what everyone wants in the industry I'm in—to be at all the places that are important. It means I'm on the right path. Though she's been consistent with her glam for years, Jones sometimes considers a switch-up. 'I go back and forth internally like, 'Okay, should I do something different? Or should I really lean into one look and let it be my staple?' I think about, like, Sabrina Carpenter with the blonde, you know? What should be my route? I just don't have that answer right now,' she says. 'Despite everything I've accomplished, I have so much more learning and evolving to do.' For now, the look is long and wavy—and it's working. As we anticipate the many eras Jones has ahead, her current one is captured in Why Not More?, a 14-track R&B project exploring love, heartbreak, sex, growth, and self-love. On 'AEOMG,' she leans into desire; on the title track, she asks for more. 'By Myself' is a rollercoaster that ends in clarity, a focus on happiness without outside validation. 'Keep It Quiet' dives into the consequences of a toxic relationship, with Jones belting, 'Don't make a good girl violent!' I have to do what's best for every version of me, who I am now and who I want to become. This project is a reintroduction to Jones, who fans have watched evolve from Disney Channel star to a hot girl on Bel-Air. 'I wanted a song for every emotion,' she says. 'You know—when you're mad, angry, happy, sad, resentful. I feel like music should be very useful. Plus, I'm growing up. I have experiences—experiences that grown women have.' Jones doesn't name names, but she does admit that romantic relationships inspired much of the album. She's been linked to NBA player Donovan Mitchell since January 2024 and appeared to confirm the relationship on Club Shay Shay in March. 'I'm happy, and I will say, my music is my outlet,' she told Shannon Sharpe. 'I say some things, and you can hear it on my album.' When I ask if any of the more toxic songs are about someone specific, Jones plays it cool. 'I feel like the wrong people in general will bring out the worst version of you,' she says. 'I think sometimes in relationships, it's this game of who's going to care the least—and it's not a safe space for anybody to thrive. So yeah, I will say there have been times where I want to get violent—but in the sense of the way I talk.' Whether it's in the studio or in front of the camera, Jones doesn't wait for direction—she gives it. During our shoot, she placed a mirror in front of the lens, checking her angles as she guided the photographer through each pose. She's not just the subject—she's the eye. And as she continues to shape her career, her sound, and her story, one thing is clear: she's doing it entirely on her own terms. 'I have to do what's best for every version of me, who I am now and who I want to become,' Jones adds. 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Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Coco Jones, DESTIN CONRAD, Sasha Keable And More New R&B For Hard Launches
This week in R&B? It's all about the hard launch. Though the term is often reserved to mark a couple's official debut, these acts' new music offerings has us down bad and ready to tell the world. From Coco Jones, DESTIN CONRAD, and Sasha Keable to 2BYG, Kadeem Tyrell, and Eric Benét, we have a bit of '90s nostalgia and contemporary refreshers that make us want to kiss in public, have no secrets, act right, and ask the question— why not more? Ready to tune in? Get into VIBE's top new R&B selects below. Coco Jones' debut album is finally here. Why Not More? is a bold reflection of Jones' heart, personality, and confidence. Not to mention, the 14-track LP includes only three features from YG Marley, Future, London on da Track. ''Why Not More?' is the question I've been asking myself in hopes of understanding me and growing in confidence,' the singer noted in a statement. 'This album is about leaning into whoever you are right now without worrying about who you've been or who you want to be in the future. Authenticity will never lead you to the wrong place, so why not lean in?' Our current standouts thus far are 'Other Side Of Love,' 'Keep It Quiet,' 'You,' and 'Forever Don't Hit Like Before.' DESTIN CONRAD has also released his highly-anticipated debut album, LOVE ON DIGITAL. Inspired by Y2K nostalgia and love stories shaped by FaceTimes and voice notes, the crooner linked up with Kehlani, Lil Nas X, Teezo Touchdown, and serpentwithfeet and more to unpack what it means to find analog connection in digital world. 'This album is a nod to the digital age of R&B. The early 2000s when new software was created that allowed for music to move from fully instrumental to digital sounds -the bee bee boops,' he explained. We're currently obsessed with the fearless anthem, 'BAD B**CHES,' the playful 'KISSING IN PUBLIC,' the relatable 'DELUSIONAL,' and the vulnerable 'MAKE IT UP.' If you haven't been put on to Sasha Keable, take a seat and get comfortable because the British/Colombian songbird is up next. Her new single, 'Act Right,' is a hypnotizing number that showcases gut-wrenching emotions through her powerful tone. Sasha detailed that the record was 'very much rooted in betrayal and heartbreak,' and described it as a 'plea to the people who did me wrong to fix up and attempt to see the wrong in what they did while simultaneously attempting to find the love within myself that I so generously gave away to those people that didn't deserve it.' She's already been co-signed by Beyoncé, so don't say you were warned about this phenom. The rise of boy bands is in full effect, so allow us to introduce 2BYG and their debut single, 'Karma.' Hailing from Dallas-Fort Worth, the quartet— Matt Brown, Tourè, Nixx, and KD — have already amassed over 1 million followers on TikTok and 'Karma' is the beginning of what's to come. Written by Talay Riley, the record merges old-school R&B with vibrant Gen Z aura and has us in a chokehold. Of the record, KD explained, 'We're all faith-based individuals. I believe you reap what you sow. The song captures this sentiment. Whatever you're putting into a relationship or friendship is what you're going to get back. That's the way the world works. It's real, and it shows up in everyday life.' Kadeem Tyrell is the latest British sensation that's stealing our hearts and needs to be dominating our playlists. With his new EP, he's curated his own radio station to allow listeners to get a feel for who he is and why he's R&B's next commander. Though the project is only eight tracks, he lures you in with 'One Time,' 'Garden Of Eden,' and our personal favorite, 'Blue Heart.' Eric Benét has one of the best R&B albums of this year, but before we get there, the crooner has released the first official single with Keri Hilson titled 'Can't Wait.' The record is an upbeat groove that makes you wanna dance and not waste any time by getting down with the one you love. 'It has always been a dream of mine to release music with Keri,' Benét confessed. 'She's an undeniably powerful songwriter, a phenomenal singer, and just a beautiful person inside and out. Being able to bring the vision of 'Can't Wait' to life has been an incredible experience, and I am beyond excited to finally share this song with our fans!' The single stems from Benét's new album, The Co-Star— out on June 6. With her first release in four years, Jessie J is putting her heart on the line with her new single, 'No Secrets.' Produced by Los Hendrix and Jesse Boykins III, the ballad is bold, soul-stirring, and is a chilling reflection of where she's been these past few years. 'This song is super personal, but I hope it can be relative to anyone's life,' Jessie notes. 'I'm a very honest person; I say it how it is and I share with the world a lot of things that most people don't, but always with a little humor. Humor is key. The music has really gotten me through.' 'No Secrets' is an invitation to welcome back the vocal powerhouse with open arms. Budding singer Jacoténe is a force and proves such with her new single, 'Forgive Me.' It's the final release from her forthcoming EP, Untitled (Read My Mind), and delivers a familiar message about the pain of unrequited love. She addes, ''Forgive Me' is a song about feelings not being reciprocated. This isn't a love song in the traditional sense, it's more tongue in cheek. The main message leans into being too good for someone and offering an apology not out of regret, but out of pity/sarcasm. In this song, there's still a glimpse of hope, that perhaps if things were done differently, we'd be in a better place, living our happily ever after.' The three-time Grammy nominated singer-songwriter has released her latest single, 'Wassup Wit It,' from her forthcoming album, FREE. Of the new single, Asiahn notes, 'I'm tapping into a side of me that the public rarely sees. It's sexy. It's confident. It's a summer bop. It's me stepping into my grown womanhood.' Perfect for summertime, pregaming, seduction, and letting loose, 'Wassup Wit It' is for those who exude confidence, can talk that talk and back it up. SAILORR's 'SINCERITY' marks the final glimpse into her world, ahead of the arrival of her debut album, FROM FLORIDA'S FINEST. 'SINCERITY' is described as a 'cinematic ballad reflecting on the beauty and brutality in chasing your dreams, and the cost of achieving your goals.' It's softly aggressive, challenging, and timely. It's a different vibe than 'POOKIE'S REQUIEM,' but just as satisfying as we learn more and more about SAILORR and her meteoric rise. Power Book III: Raising Kanan star Hailey Kilgore is putting her other talents on front-street with the arrival of her new single, 'Dangerous Game.' It's an emotionally-driven confessional that's the first installment from her full project, Seven Stages of Grief. When speaking on 'Dangerous Game,' she explained, 'I wrote the song by myself in the last 45 minutes of a 10 hour writing camp. I want people to take away that the complicated feelings are completely normal. That's part of falling out of love. When you have finally come to the realization that a relationship as you have known it is changing, that's when you start to feel like you can't control your emotions the way you want to, love becomes a Dangerous Game. You are desperately holding on to getting a glimpse of what was. To go back to joy and love. Some level of stability. But what you had is gone.' If you've ever played the dangerous game of love— whether you won or lost— this one's for you. Adrian Javon is one of this generation's most creative talents. With his new single, 'Drive Me Crazy,' he reaffirms himself of such through a tune about longing, admiration, and emotional vulnerability. The infectious song unveils the reasoning why love is so riveting. Just like the record, he has us going crazy as we await to hear more from the blossoming crooner. Described as a teaser to her forthcoming album, Alex Isley is inviting listeners into her sultry world with her new EP, WHEN. Her first major release under Free Lunch/Warner Records, the incomparable singer issues a 'masterclass in soulful vulnerability and sensual restraint' on records like 'Hands,' 'Ms. Goody Two Shoes,' and 'Mic On.' Isley explains, ''WHEN' is an exploration of love, identity, intimacy, and emotional growth. It's a collection of some of my deepest thoughts, dreams, and memories, and the beginning of me leaning more into my sensuality.' It's an entrancing display of growth on Isley's part and has us so ready for her next full-length release. Psiryn recently made history as the first R&B girl group in over two decades to top Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart with their hit single, Sober, and now, they're putting their own spin on a classic ballad. With their mentor being Kandi Burruss, it was only right for the trio to reimagine Xscape's timeless slow jam, 'The Softest Place on Earth.' Produced by T-Nyce and written by Ashun, the trio was given the seal of approval to reimagine the ballad as their own. They shared, ''The Softest' is not just a remake. It is a continuation. A slow-burning, harmony-rich record that draws listeners into a space where vulnerability, pleasure, and power all exist in equal measure. The group's vocal chemistry meets the song's emotional depth, creating something that feels both familiar and completely new.' B5's Bryan Breeding is reintroducing himself with his solo debut EP, Platonic. It's a soul-centered project that was inspired by a 'transformative spiritual awakening' stemming from a solo trip to Greece. 'This isn't just music— it's a frequency shift,' Bryan shares. 'PLATONIC is about loving yourself, finding your peace, and choosing alignment over approval.' Through its healing properties, Bryan hopes to resonate with his audience on a deeper level as we all awaken something different within one's self. LÉA THE LEOX is doing it big for queer artists while making us feel things with her sensual new offering, 'OpenYourEyes.' Serenading a shy love interest, LÉA offers both an invitation and a promise as she sings, 'Tonight's the night/ let me change your life lil baby/ Promise you I can help you see life more clearly/ Now baby, open your eyes.' The record can be also heard on queeRnB, a new curated Pandora station from LÉA that's intended to amplify fellow queer acts like Kehlani, Durand Bernarr, Kyle Dion, and more. More from Coco Jones' Debut Album 'Why Not More?' Is Here, And She's More Excited Than Ever Ester Dean Writes Open Letter To Keri Hilson Clarifying Beyoncé Diss Keri Hilson Blasts Ester Dean's Apology For "Beyoncé Diss" On "Turnin' Me On (Remix)"
Gulf Today
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Today
Singer-actor Coco Jones is fearless in her debut album ‘Why Not More?'
What music would you create if there weren't any outside influences or self-imposed creative restraints? That's what singer-actor Coco Jones contemplated. 'What would I do if I didn't have any fear of comparing myself to 'ICU' and my EP? Or if I thought there was some formula that people wanted from me?' Jones wondered. 'That was kind of the mood: just be fearless.' The R&B star attempted to answer herself on her debut album — 'Why Not More?,' — released on Friday. It follows her 2022 breakout EP 'What I Didn't Tell You.' 'I'm just proud of every version of myself that I've been, and who I'll become after this album,' said Jones, who took home her first Grammy earlier this year with 'ICU' winning best R&B performance. 'And really proud of putting together a project that I feel confident in.' The 14-track album from the 'Bel-Air' actor traverses through a spectrum of R&B sonics and vibes, from introspective to seductive, Pop&B to Trap&B. Writing on every song, Jones secured production from StarGate, London on Da Track and Jasper Harris and features from Future and YG Marley. One of the faces of the new generation of R&B, she doesn't shy away from the pressure that can come with attempting to replicate the success of a song like 'ICU.' 'There was a pressure to outdo myself. But I also have to remind myself that I wasn't trying to win anything ... I was just doing me,' explained Jones, who said for the first time, she was patient with herself during studio sessions for her debut, not focused on leaving with a completed song each time. 'I was just doing what felt right. I was being honest, I was just being vulnerable.' 'Why Not More?' highlights Jones' vast range of melodic styles. Four singles have been released including 'Here We Go (Uh Oh),' which earned Jones her first No. 1 on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart, and 'Taste,' which contains an interpolation of Britney Spears' hit song 'Toxic' and is currently at No. 15. In the ballad 'Other Side of Love,' Jones finds herself at a crossroads in a relationship. 'It's probably the oldest song on the album ... It was always a song that I knew was on the back burner whenever I was ready, I had something right there ready for them. But it was kind of just not time yet,' said the 27-year-old Tennessee native. 'I might drop a song like 'Taste,' but I'm always gonna have a song like 'Other Side of Love' because I can't deny that version of myself either.' Empowerment is also a theme, rejecting co-dependence and embracing self-love on 'By Myself.' 'The song that defines me the most is 'By Myself.' I wrote that one literally because I was going through a situation verbatim, and I was like I don't wanna feel like anybody else is so crucial for me to be the best version of me' she said. Associated Press
Japan Today
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
Coco Jones is fearless on debut album 'Why Not More?'
By GARY GERARD HAMILTON What music would you create if there weren't any outside influences or self-imposed creative restraints? That's what singer-actor Coco Jones contemplated. 'What would I do if I didn't have any fear of comparing myself to 'ICU' and my EP? Or if I thought there was some formula that people wanted from me?' Jones wondered. 'That was kind of the mood: just be fearless.' The R&B star attempted to answer herself on her debut album — 'Why Not More?," — releasing Friday. It follows her 2022 breakout EP 'What I Didn't Tell You.' 'I'm just proud of every version of myself that I've been, and who I'll become after this album,' said Jones, who took home her first Grammy earlier this year with 'ICU' winning best R&B performance. 'And really proud of putting together a project that I feel confident in.' The 14-track album from the 'Bel-Air' actor traverses through a spectrum of R&B sonics and vibes, from introspective to seductive, Pop&B to Trap&B. Writing on every song, Jones secured production from StarGate, London on Da Track and Jasper Harris and features from Future and YG Marley. One of the faces of the new generation of R&B, she doesn't shy away from the pressure that can come with attempting to replicate the success of a song like 'ICU.' 'There was a pressure to outdo myself. But I also have to remind myself that I wasn't trying to win anything … I was just doing me,' explained Jones, who said for the first time, she was patient with herself during studio sessions for her debut, not focused on leaving with a completed song each time. 'I was just doing what felt right. I was being honest, I was just being vulnerable.' 'Why Not More?' highlights Jones' vast range of melodic styles. Four singles have been released including 'Here We Go (Uh Oh),' which earned Jones her first No. 1 on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart, and 'Taste,' which contains an interpolation of Britney Spears' hit song 'Toxic' and is currently at No. 15. In the ballad 'Other Side of Love,' Jones finds herself at a crossroads in a relationship, singing 'I don't know why I can't get your love outta my mind / It's like I try but you come back around every time.' 'It's probably the oldest song on the album … It was always a song that I knew was on the back burner whenever I was ready, I had something right there ready for them. But it was kind of just not time yet,' said the 27-year-old Tennessee native. 'I might drop a song like 'Taste,' but I'm always gonna have a song like 'Other Side of Love' because I can't deny that version of myself either.' Empowerment is also a theme, rejecting codependence and embracing self-love on 'By Myself.' 'The song that defines me the most is 'By Myself.' I wrote that one literally because I was going through a situation verbatim, and I was like I don't wanna feel like anybody else is so crucial for me to be the best version of me — I can't live like that,' she said. 'All of the answers can't come from anyone else … I'm so big on the inner work and therapy and growing emotionally.' Jones, who stars as Hilary Banks on the drama series 'Bel-Air,' is prepping for the fourth and final season which hasn't started production. She'll balance filming with her upcoming tour, launching May 6 in Philadelphia. A self-described overachiever, the former Disney Channel actor says there are many goals she wants to reach, but she's traveling in the right direction. 'My childhood dreams, I still have yet to fully achieve them all. I definitely see them materializing, but the way I thought of myself as a kid was huge, like larger than life,' said Jones, who first signed a record deal at 14. 'I have a lot of ways to go to really be what childhood Coco saw for me. And I hope I do, because I was shooting for the galaxy.' © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Coco Jones is fearless on debut album 'Why Not More?'
NEW YORK (AP) — What music would you create if there weren't any outside influences or self-imposed creative restraints? That's what singer-actor Coco Jones contemplated. 'What would I do if I didn't have any fear of comparing myself to 'ICU' and my EP? Or if I thought there was some formula that people wanted from me?' Jones wondered. 'That was kind of the mood: just be fearless.' The R&B star attempted to answer herself on her debut album — 'Why Not More?," — releasing Friday. It follows her 2022 breakout EP 'What I Didn't Tell You.' 'I'm just proud of every version of myself that I've been, and who I'll become after this album,' said Jones, who took home her first Grammy earlier this year with 'ICU' winning best R&B performance. 'And really proud of putting together a project that I feel confident in.' The 14-track album from the 'Bel-Air' actor traverses through a spectrum of R&B sonics and vibes, from introspective to seductive, Pop&B to Trap&B. Writing on every song, Jones secured production from StarGate, London on Da Track and Jasper Harris and features from Future and YG Marley. One of the faces of the new generation of R&B, she doesn't shy away from the pressure that can come with attempting to replicate the success of a song like 'ICU.' 'There was a pressure to outdo myself. But I also have to remind myself that I wasn't trying to win anything … I was just doing me,' explained Jones, who said for the first time, she was patient with herself during studio sessions for her debut, not focused on leaving with a completed song each time. 'I was just doing what felt right. I was being honest, I was just being vulnerable.' 'Why Not More?' highlights Jones' vast range of melodic styles. Four singles have been released including 'Here We Go (Uh Oh),' which earned Jones her first No. 1 on Billboard's Adult R&B Airplay chart, and 'Taste,' which contains an interpolation of Britney Spears' hit song 'Toxic' and is currently at No. 15. In the ballad 'Other Side of Love,' Jones finds herself at a crossroads in a relationship, singing 'I don't know why I can't get your love outta my mind / It's like I try but you come back around every time.' 'It's probably the oldest song on the album … It was always a song that I knew was on the back burner whenever I was ready, I had something right there ready for them. But it was kind of just not time yet,' said the 27-year-old Tennessee native. 'I might drop a song like 'Taste,' but I'm always gonna have a song like 'Other Side of Love' because I can't deny that version of myself either.' Empowerment is also a theme, rejecting codependence and embracing self-love on 'By Myself.' 'The song that defines me the most is 'By Myself.' I wrote that one literally because I was going through a situation verbatim, and I was like I don't wanna feel like anybody else is so crucial for me to be the best version of me — I can't live like that,' she said. 'All of the answers can't come from anyone else … I'm so big on the inner work and therapy and growing emotionally.' Jones, who stars as Hilary Banks on the drama series 'Bel-Air,' is prepping for the fourth and final season which hasn't started production. She'll balance filming with her upcoming tour, launching May 6 in Philadelphia. A self-described overachiever, the former Disney Channel actor says there are many goals she wants to reach, but she's traveling in the right direction. 'My childhood dreams, I still have yet to fully achieve them all. I definitely see them materializing, but the way I thought of myself as a kid was huge, like larger than life,' said Jones, who first signed a record deal at 14. 'I have a lot of ways to go to really be what childhood Coco saw for me. And I hope I do, because I was shooting for the galaxy.' ___ Follow Associated Press entertainment journalist Gary Gerard Hamilton at @GaryGHamilton on all his social media platforms.
