“Coco Jones Shocks Fans With Star-Studded Deluxe Album. Alicia Keys & Leon Thomas Join ‘Why Not More?’”

Key Takeaways

• The deluxe edition of Why Not More? expands Coco Jones’ debut with eight new tracks.
• Alicia Keys joins Jones on the “Other Side Of Love (Remix),” delivering a standout cross-generational R&B moment.
• The project reflects Coco’s evolution from Disney alum to full-fledged R&B powerhouse.

More Coco, More Soul

Coco Jones has answered the central question of her debut album Why Not More? with a definitive response: more is always better. On Friday (Aug. 15), the Grammy-winning singer dropped the deluxe edition, tacking on eight fresh tracks to an already rich body of work.

This isn’t just filler. The additions bring new dimensions to Coco’s artistry while underscoring her status as one of R&B’s most versatile voices.

The Standout Collaborations

The highlight of the deluxe is undeniably the “Other Side Of Love (Remix)” featuring Alicia Keys. The collaboration feels less like a feature and more like a passing of the torch. Coco teased the record by covering Keys’ classic “If I Ain’t Got You” days before release, then revealed a DM from Alicia herself: “Let’s create some magic.” The result is exactly that — a seamless blend of Coco’s modern edge and Keys’ timeless warmth.

Fans also get the Leon Thomas remix of “Here We Go (Uh Oh),” which previously climbed to No. 1 on R&B radio, now reimagined with Thomas’ slick, soulful touch. Add to that the previously released “Is It Mine” with Lady London and “Control Freak,” and the deluxe starts to feel like a fully evolved era rather than a quick add-on.

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New Gems Worth Replaying

Beyond the marquee collabs, Coco gifts listeners with fresh solo standouts. “Easy” glides with breezy vulnerability, while “Love So Big” feels like a personal dedication — reportedly inspired by her fiancé, NBA star Donovan Mitchell. Both tracks reveal Coco at her most tender, navigating the balance between intimacy and grand emotion.

Coco’s Creative Vision

In an interview with People, Coco explained that the project draws not only from her own experiences but also from her collaborators’ perspectives:

“I feel like the through line of everyone’s life, even though we’re going through it in different ways, is the tug of war of wanting to be in love and relationships — the good and the bad of them and how they affect you as a human being.”

That honesty has become central to her rise. From her early days as a Disney Channel star to commanding the R&B stage, Coco has proven that authenticity paired with talent is a formula for longevity.