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Jai'Len Josey

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Jai'Len Josey is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and influencer.[1] She made her Broadway debut as Pearl Krabs in Spongebob Squarepants, The Musical in 2017. She is signed to Hillman Grad Records,[2] the label founded by Lena Waithe.[3] Josey released her debut EP, Illustrations in 2020, followed by her sophomore EP, Southern Delicacy in 2023.[4] Her debut album, Serial Romantic was released in April 2026.[5] She cites Stevie Wonder as an influence.[6] As well as artists like Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, and Victoria Monét who inspired her to write “lyrics with intention.”[7] Josey was named Rock the Bells x M&M's Artists on The Rise in 2022.[8]

Early life and education

Josey grew up in Atlanta,[9] and went to Tri Cities High School in Fulton County.[10]

In 2014, Josey won a Jimmy Award[11] also known as the National High School Musical Theater Awards for Best Performance by an Actress representing the Georgia High School Musical Theater Awards.[12]

Career

In 2017, Josey was cast as Pearl Krabs in Spongebob Squarepants, The Musical.[13][14][15]

Josey was co-writer on Ari Lennox's single, "Pressure" from Lennox's age/sex/location, which made Billboard's Adult R&B chart and was certified gold by RIAA, as well as "Stop By" and "Gummy."[16] In 2022, Josey and Alex Vaughn opened for Ari Lennox on Lennox's age/sex/location tour.[17] Josey's additional writing credits and vocal appearances include SZA, Babyface, Rod Wave, and Wyclef Jean.[18]

In 2025, Josey announced her upcoming debut album, Serial Romantic, produced by Tricky Stewart.[19] The album's first single, "New Girl," was released that year.[20] The album is set to be released on April 24, 2026.[21][22]

References

  1. Cam Kirk Studios (2025-05-23). From Broadway to Beats: Jai'Len Josey's Music Journey | Studio Sessions. Retrieved 2026-03-25 – via YouTube.
  2. "Jai'Len Josey". www.hillmangrad.com. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  3. Legaspi, Althea (2021-03-11). "Lena Waithe Launches New Record Label to Develop Underrepresented Artists". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  4. "Jai'Len Josey Has Us Sipping 'Good Soup' With Her Latest EP Southern Delicacy". Girls United. 2024-05-01. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  5. Mutombo, Yannick (2025-06-11). "Jai'Len Josey talks "Ghettotech" and upcoming album". SHIFTER Magazine. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  6. "Jai'Len Josey Talks Genre-Blending And What Makes This Generation Of Artists Different". Yahoo Entertainment. 2025-07-07. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  7. "Meet The 23-Year-Old Artist Who Helped Write Ari Lennox's 'Pressure'". Girls United. 2024-05-01. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  8. Roc, Fabienne (2023-12-04). Rock The Bells x M&M's present: Artists on the Rise: Jai'len Josey. Retrieved 2026-03-25 – via Vimeo.
  9. Johnson, Michaela (2020-12-07). "How Jai'Len Josey Chooses Authenticity in the Music Industry". GROWN. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  10. "Tri Cities student wins best actress at National High School Musical awards". ajc. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  11. "YouTube Spiral: Get Ready to Gasp as SpongeBob SquarePants Standout Jai'Len Christine Li Josey Sings Her Face Off | The Daily Scoop". www.broadwaybox.com. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  12. "2014 Jimmy Awards - The National High School Musical Theatre Awards". 2014 Jimmy Awards - The National High School Musical Theatre Awards. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  13. Liddicott, Sam (2026-02-15). "FEATURE: Spotlight: Jai'Len Josey". Music Musings & Such. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  14. BroadwayBox.com (2018-04-18). Broadway Bucket List: SpongeBob SquarePants Standout Jai'Len Josey Sings Her Dream Roles. Retrieved 2026-03-25 – via YouTube.
  15. "SpongeBob SquarePants Original Broadway Musical Cast 2017 | Broadway World". www.broadwayworld.com. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  16. Elibert, Mark. "Jai'Len Josey Is Living Out Loud—And On Her Own Terms". BLEUMAG. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  17. Folk, Antwane (2022-12-10). "Alex Vaughn and Jai'Len Josey Join Ari Lennox's 'Age/Sex/Location Tour'". Rated R&B. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  18. Alper, Eric (2026-03-25). "R&B Rising Force Jai'Len Josey Signs With WME and Announces Def Jam Debut 'Serial Romantic'". That Eric Alper. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  19. Abraham, Mya (2025-09-03). "V Sessions: Jai'Len Josey Lucks Up In Love & Life With Debut Album, 'Serial Romantic'". VIBE.com. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  20. Abraham, Mya (2025-04-04). "Ciara, Jai'Len Josey, Alex Isley And More New R&B For The Ultimate High". VIBE.com. Retrieved 2026-03-25.
  21. YKIGS (2026-03-28). "Jai'Len Josey Shares Album Cover & Release Date For Upcoming Debut Album "Serial Romantic"". New R&B Music, Songs & Interviews | YouKnowIGotSoul.com. Retrieved 2026-04-21.
  22. "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2026-04-21.