Jodie Connor facts for kids

Jodie Melanie Connor (born on May 8, 1981) is an English singer, songwriter, and a Goodwill ambassador. This means she helps promote good causes.

Jodie first became well-known when she sang on the song "Good Times" by the group Roll Deep. This song became number one on the music charts! After this success, she signed with record labels like Polydor Records. She then released her first solo song, "Now or Never", on January 16, 2011. It reached number 14 on the charts. Her second song, "Bring It", came out on February 20, 2011, and featured the artist Tinchy Stryder. It reached number 11 on the UK R&B Chart. Jodie's most recent song was in 2018, called "Back To You" with Solo Suspex.

Jodie's Music Journey

Starting Out in Music

Jodie Connor went to Saddleworth School and then Oldham College, where she studied performing arts. Before becoming a famous singer, she worked as a receptionist during the day. At night and on weekends, she would perform at different places.

In 2003, Jodie appeared on a popular TV talent show called Pop Idol. The judges really liked her, and she made it to the top fifty contestants. This gave her a chance to sing live on TV. Even though she didn't win, she got a second chance in the "Wildcard" round, but she didn't make it through that time either.

Becoming a Star: 2010 to Today

Jodie became famous again in 2010 when she sang on the song "Good Times" with the group Roll Deep. She also helped write the song. On May 2, 2010, "Good Times" became the number one song in the UK and stayed there for three weeks! This was Jodie's first time having a song on the charts, and it was also Roll Deep's first top 10 hit.

After this big success, Jodie also appeared in music videos for other artists like Wiley. She then signed with Polydor Records and Takeover Entertainment. She spent the rest of 2010 working on songs for her first album.

Her first solo song, "Now or Never" (featuring Wiley), was released on January 16, 2011. It reached number 14 on the UK Singles Chart. Her second song, "Bring It" (featuring Tinchy Stryder), came out on February 20, 2011. It reached number 11 on the UK R&B Chart.

In December 2010, Jodie shared that she was working on her first album in Los Angeles and New York City. She was collaborating with famous songwriters. A third song from her album, "Take You There", featuring American rapper Busta Rhymes, was released on July 29, 2012.

Other Things Jodie Does

In February 2011, Jodie became the new face for Tinchy Stryder's clothing line, Star in the Hood, which is for girls. In March 2011, Jodie was chosen to be a goodwill ambassador for Prince Charles' charity, The Prince's Trust. This means she helps support the charity's work.

Jodie's Life Outside Music

Jodie Connor's family has roots in Barbados. Her mother's name is Kathleen. Jodie grew up in Shaw and Crompton. She is a mother to two sons, one born in 2014 and another in November 2016.

Jodie's Songs (Discography)

Songs as the Main Artist

Songs Where Jodie Was a Featured Artist

Other Songs Jodie Appeared On

Music Videos Jodie Starred In

Music Videos Where Jodie Made a Short Appearance

See Also

• List of artists who reached number one on the UK Singles Chart