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Coco Jones

Coco Jones is an American singer-songwriter and actress known for her work in contemporary R&B and for early roles in Disney projects.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Coco Jones is an American singer-songwriter and actress known for her work in contemporary R&B and for early roles in Disney projects. She gained wider recognition through music releases in the 2020s, including the EP *What I Didn’t Tell You* and her debut album *Why Not More?*, and has also appeared in film and television.

Early life and career beginnings

Jones was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and raised in Lebanon, Tennessee. She began performing at a young age and later appeared in Disney-related projects that helped establish her public profile. She was featured by Disney and Radio Disney early in her career.

Music career

Jones developed her recording career through labels including Hollywood Records and later Def Jam. Her 2022 EP *What I Didn’t Tell You* marked a major breakthrough, followed by her 2025 debut album *Why Not More?*. The EP included the single “ICU,” which became a major breakout hit and won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance.

Acting career

Jones is also an actress. She appeared in the Disney Channel film *Let It Shine* and later gained attention for her role as Hilary Banks in Peacock’s *Bel-Air*.

Awards and recognition

Jones has received major industry recognition for her music, including a Grammy win for “ICU” and multiple nominations associated with her R&B work.

Key facts

  • Coco Jones is the stage name of Courtney Michaela Ann Jones.
  • She began performing as a child and was featured by Disney and Radio Disney early in her career.
  • Her 2022 EP *What I Didn’t Tell You* included the single “ICU,” which became a major breakout hit and won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance.
  • She starred in the Disney Channel film *Let It Shine* and later played Hilary Banks in *Bel-Air*.
  • Her debut studio album, *Why Not More?*, was released in 2025.
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Canadian context

Coco Jones is relevant to Canadian readers through her prominence in global R&B and pop culture, including music recognition and television roles that reach Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Coco Jones?
Coco Jones is an American singer-songwriter and actress best known for her R&B music and her roles in Disney and television projects.
What is Coco Jones’s real name?
Her birth name is Courtney Michaela Ann Jones.
When was Coco Jones born?
She was born on January 4, 1998.
What is Coco Jones known for musically?
She is known for songs such as “ICU” and for her EP *What I Didn’t Tell You* and album *Why Not More?*.
What acting roles is Coco Jones known for?
She is known for *Let It Shine* and for playing Hilary Banks in *Bel-Air*.
Has Coco Jones won a Grammy Award?
Yes. She won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance for “ICU”.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coco_Jones
    Supports: Birth name, birth date, birthplace, occupations, genres, years active, labels, debut album, and relationship information.
  2. Coco Jones official site — https://www.therealcocojones.com/bio/
    Supports: Career overview, signing with High Standardz/Def Jam, EP *What I Didn’t Tell You*, “ICU,” Grammy win, and debut album *Why Not More?*.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4636131/
    Supports: Birth details, early career, Disney Channel work, and signing with Def Jam Recordings.