Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Coco Jones
How Coco Jones built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Coco Jones, born Courtney Michaela Ann Jones, is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She was born in Columbia, South Carolina and raised in Lebanon, Tennessee, demonstrating a passion for entertainment from a young age, leading her to begin auditioning as a child.
2006: Radio Disney Competition
In 2006, Coco Jones competed on Radio Disney and became known for her song "Real You".
2009: Performance on Maury Povich Show
In 2009, Coco Jones was chosen to perform live on "The Most Talented Kids" episode of the Maury Povich Show.
2010: Radio Disney's Next Big Thing & Debut EP
In 2010, Coco Jones appeared on Radio Disney's Next Big Thing, and released her self-titled debut extended play.
2010: Radio Disney's The Next Big Thing
In 2010, Coco Jones was the runner-up during season 3 of Radio Disney's The Next Big Thing singing competition. She also released her debut project, Coco Jones, and began a concert tour revolving around the theme of anti-bullying called UBU-Stop the Bullying.
2011: Disney Channel's So Random!
In 2011, Coco Jones appeared on Disney Channel's "So Random!"
2011: Guest Star on So Random!
In 2011, Coco Jones guest-starred on Disney Channel's television series So Random!.
June 2012: Lead Role in Let It Shine
In June 2012, Coco Jones played the lead role of Roxie in the Disney television movie, Let It Shine, which became the most watched Disney Channel Original Movie for kids and tweens that year.
December 6, 2012: Debut Single "Holla at the DJ" Premieres
On December 6, 2012, Coco Jones' debut single "Holla at the DJ" premiered on Radio Disney.
2012: Disney's Good Luck Charlie & Let It Shine
In 2012, Coco Jones was cast in Disney Channel's "Good Luck Charlie" and co-starred in the film "Let It Shine" with Tyler James Williams.
March 12, 2013: Release of Made Of EP
On March 12, 2013, Coco Jones released her extended play Made Of, which reached the top 10 of the Billboard Heatseekers chart.
January 2014: Dropped from Hollywood Records
In January 2014, Coco Jones was dropped from Hollywood Records, and recordings were shelved.
August 2014: Release of "Pepermint" Video
In August 2014, Coco Jones released a video for the song "Pepermint".
July 2017: Fanta Commercial
In July 2017, Coco Jones was featured in a Fanta commercial.
April 2018: Feature in Flock of Four
In April 2018, Coco Jones was featured in the 1950s-era jazz film Flock of Four.
September 3, 2019: Release of "Depressed"
On September 3, 2019, Coco Jones released a song called "Depressed".
September 20, 2019: Release of H.D.W.Y. EP
On September 20, 2019, Coco Jones released an 8-track EP titled H.D.W.Y..
August 2020: Appearance in Holiday and Horror Films
In August 2020, it was announced that Coco Jones would appear in the upcoming holiday film White Elephant and the horror film Vampires vs. the Bronx.
November 2020: Release of "Hollyweird"
In November 2020, Coco Jones released the single "Hollyweird".
September 2021: Cast in Bel-Air
In September 2021, Coco Jones was cast in the Peacock drama series Bel-Air, a reimagining of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, in the role of Hilary Banks.
February 2022: Bel-Air Premiere
In February 2022, Bel-Air premiered, featuring Coco Jones as Hilary Banks.
March 20, 2022: Signs with High Standardz and Def Jam Recordings
On March 20, 2022, Coco Jones announced that she had signed a new artist deal with High Standardz and Def Jam Recordings.
March 25, 2022: Release of "Caliber"
On March 25, 2022, Coco Jones released her major label debut single "Caliber", which served as the lead single for her major label debut EP What I Didn't Tell You.
November 4, 2022: Release of What I Didn't Tell You EP
On November 4, 2022, Coco Jones released her major label debut EP, What I Didn't Tell You.
2022: Recording Career Resurgence and Grammy Nominations
In 2022, Coco Jones returned to her recording career, signing with Def Jam Recordings and releasing her single "ICU" in October. The song entered the Billboard Hot 100 and received platinum certification. She also received five nominations at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist.
2022: Cast in Bel-Air
In 2022, Coco Jones was cast in the starring role for the Peacock drama series Bel-Air.
January 20, 2023: Release of "ICU" and Deluxe EP Edition
On January 20, 2023, Coco Jones released the deluxe edition to her EP, which included "Simple" and three new tracks. Her single "ICU" reached No. 21 on the Billboard R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart, becoming her first Billboard entry. It later peaked at number 63 on the Billboard Hot 100.
January 2024: Signs Exclusive Publishing Deal
In January 2024, Coco Jones signed an exclusive publishing deal with Warner Chappell Music.
April 6, 2024: Performs National Anthem at WrestleMania XL
On April 6, 2024, Coco Jones performed the National Anthem at night one of WrestleMania XL in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
August 9, 2024: Partners with Disney for "Almost There" Reimagining
On August 9, 2024, Coco Jones partnered with Disney for a reimagined release of Princess Tiana’s "Almost There".
August 16, 2024: Releases "Sweep it up"
On August 16, 2024, Coco Jones released her single "Sweep it up" with an accompanying visualizer and lyric video.
November 22, 2024: Release of Coco By The Fireplace
On November 22, 2024, Coco Jones released her sixth extended play Coco By The Fireplace.
