![]() ![]() As a result, he was encouraged to audition for a position in a local singing group. During one of his work shifts at McDonald’s, he was discovered singing by his manager. He performed in high school talent shows around the city. ![]() ![]() While in high school, his love for music continued to grow. Two years later, he received his first instrument: an electric guitar - a Christmas gift from his parents. By the age of 12, he was writing his first composition. At the tender age of eight, he began singing. We spoke to the singer about the making of his classic album 20 years later.ĭonell Jones’ story begins on the Southside of Chicago.īorn the son of gospel singer Roys Jones, it seemed he was destined to pursue a career in music. Source: Artist On October 12, 1999, Donell Jones released his sophomore album Where I Wanna Be, which spawned hit singles like “U Know What’s Up (Remix)” and the title track. ![]()
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