Coco Jones Secures Exclusive Publishing Deal with Warner Chappell Music Amid Grammy Nominations

Grammy-nominated R&B sensation, Coco Jones, has clinched an exclusive publishing contract with Warner Chappell Music (WCM) on the heels of her considerable acclaim, including five Grammy nods for her extended play (EP) titled What I Didn’t Tell You.

Coco Jones's Grammy Recognition

The artist’s EP has not only garnered critical attention but has also led to five Grammy nominations in the upcoming 66th Annual Awards ceremony. These nominations are a testament to her growing influence in the music industry, with one being particularly notable for Best New Artist. Jones's musical prowess is further demonstrated by her single ICU, which achieved platinum status and entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart, in addition to amassing upwards of 40.8 million streams on Spotify alone.

Rising Career and Tour Success

Jones's musical journey began in earnest at nine years old. Since then, she has established herself not only through her music but also as an actress, most notably in Disney Channel's Let it Shine and Good Luck Charlie. Between 2014 and 2018, she released music independently, and following the release of several EPs, she signed with High Standardz/Def Jam Recordings in 2022 which led to her recent successful EP. In 2023, Jones went on her first sold-out headlining tour, impressing fans across 16 major US cities and amassing close to 2 million monthly listeners on Spotify.

Partnerships and Collaborations

Jones has worked alongside renowned figures in the music industry, associating with producers and songwriters linked to acclaimed artists such as Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, and Summer Walker. Her collaborations and her own releases have earned her victories at the BET, Soul Train Music Awards, and NAACP Image Awards where she was recognized as the Outstanding New Artist.

Comments on the Warner Chappell Deal

Expressing her excitement about the new partnership, Coco Jones emphasized the importance of having a team that resonates with her passion and understands her vision. The team at Warner Chappell not only shares her enthusiasm for music but also acknowledges the potential in her as an artist. Xavier Champagne, Senior Director of Urban A&R at WCM, praised Jones as a 'natural superstar' and highlighted her songwriting abilities that deeply connect with audiences. Ryan Press, President of North America at WCM, also acknowledged Jones's unique voice and remarked on her momentous breakthroughs as both a songwriter and an artist. He looks forward to seeing her win at the upcoming Grammy ceremony.

Strengthening WCM’s Roster

This deal continues to amplify WCM's roster of talents, following agreements with other prominent figures in the music industry, such as iconic singer-songwriter Dido, songwriter Rick Boardman, DJ Nia Archives, and Grammy-nominated producer Tommy Brown.

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