Josie Cotton

About

Josie Cotton emerged as a pop/rock artist in the early 1980s, bringing infectious energy and bold songwriting to the new wave landscape. Born Josie Jones in 1956, she quickly became known for her distinctive style and memorable melodies. Her breakthrough moment came in 1982 with the release of "Johnny Are You Queer?" and "He Could Be the One," two tracks that captured the spirit of the era and established her as a distinctive voice in pop/rock music.

The impact of Cotton's 1982 releases extended well beyond their initial chart success. Both "Johnny Are You Queer?" and "He Could Be the One" found new life through their inclusion on film soundtracks, with the tracks featured in the cult classic Valley Girl and the irreverent comedy Jackass Number Two. These placements demonstrated the enduring appeal and versatility of her work, cementing her place in pop/rock history as an artist whose music continues to resonate across generations and genres.