Jessica Jarrell is an American pop and R&B singer, actress, and model. After starring as Claire in the 2009 film School Gyrls, Jessica Jarrell established a significant early presence in the pop and R&B music scene. In 2010, she released the track ‘Key to My Heart’ featured on The Back-up Plan soundtrack and collaborated with Justin Bieber on the widely acclaimed song ‘Overboard.’ The same year, Jarrell further expanded her discography with singles ‘Almost Love (24/7)’ and ‘Up and Running,’ the latter featuring Travie McCoy. These early releases collectively cemented her initial recognition within the teen pop genre, marking her as a rapidly emerging talent.
Jarrell continued to evolve her sound, transitioning to an independent urban AC style that garnered critical attention. Her singles from this period include ‘Getting Right’ (2015) and ‘Goldblooded’ (2015), followed by ‘Hold’ featuring Elephante in 2016, and ‘Gravity’ in 2017. The accompanying music videos for both ‘Goldblooded’ and ‘Gravity’ collectively achieved millions of views on YouTube, underscoring her growing online reach. Her distinctive sound and visual artistry captured the attention of major entertainment outlets, with features in Billboard, Rap Up, Perez Hilton, BET, and Playboy.com.
Her single ‘Beautiful’ also debuted in 2023, further solidifying her ongoing presence in the music industry. Looking ahead, Jessica Jarrell continues to expand her multi-faceted career. She released the EP WOMAN in 2024, continuing to deliver her signature blend of R&B and pop. Further demonstrating her active recording schedule, she is slated to release the singles ‘FOR THE BIRDS’ and ‘I LOVE IT’ in 2025.
On the acting front, Jarrell is scheduled to appear as Athena in the upcoming 2025 film The Killing Cove. With a dynamic career spanning music, acting, and modeling, Jarrell consistently delivers compelling work across various mediums.