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Joze, born Josephinne Zelaya, is a Latin pop singer, songwriter, and actress. She gained public attention with the release of her single, "Me Llamas", in 2025, produced by Latin Grammy-affiliated producer Jhon Paul “El Increíble”. Her music blends pop, EDM, and Latin genres with emotionally cinematic vocals.[1]
Career
Joze began her artistic journey studying acting at the New York Film Academy (NYFA) and later trained in the Meisner, Method, and Stella Adler techniques in both New York and Los Angeles. She appeared in the short film, The House, the independent film, Jungle Law, and was cast as a featured extra in the studio film, Project X, filmed at Warner Bros. Ranch. Her appearance was ultimately cut due to compensation issues related to her immigration status.
In her music career she collaborated with Grammy-winning mix engineer Jon Gass, known for his work with Michael Jackson, Madonna, Whitney Houston, and Janet Jackson. She refined her songwriting under the mentorship of Edgar Cortázar (Luis Miguel, Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato) and developed her sound further with Toby Sandoval (Black Eyed Peas, Paulina Rubio, Laura Pausini). She also worked with international producer Prince Saheb, known for collaborations with Whiz Khalifa, Lil Wayne, and Jay Sean.
Joze took a hiatus from her career due to immigration-related circumstances. During this time, she prioritized personal development and family life, returning in 2025 with a renewed identity and vision. Now performing as Joze, she released her comeback single "Me Llamas", produced by Jhon Paul 'El Increíble', whose credits include Bad Bunny, Farruko, Nicky Jam, and Greeicy. The single marked her return to the public eye and was followed by the release of her debut EP, Me Llamo Joze, distributed by The Orchard, a subsidiary of Sony Music, and released under her independent label, Iconic Music Group.[2][3][4]
The EP includes the song "Love", a collaboration with Grammy-winning reggae icon Mykal Rose, which fuses reggae textures with Latin pop and electronic production. Joze's music has received editorial attention across Latin America and been described as intimate, emotionally powerful, and genre-fluid.[5][6][7]
Musical style and influence
Joze's music incorporates elements of Latin pop, ballads, electronic influences, and reggae-pop. Her vocal style is often described as cinematic, influenced by her background in classical soprano and acting. Her lyrics address themes such as vulnerability, love, and identity. She writes and performs in both Spanish and English, reflecting her bicultural background.[8][9]
Acting career
Joze began acting in student theater and short films while studying at NYFA in New York. She later participated in independent film projects in Los Angeles, including “The House” and “Jungle Law”. She was cast in “Project X” as a featured extra, but her role was cut due to paperwork limitations.
Discography
EPs
- Me Llamo Joze (2025)
Singles
- "'Me Llamas" (2025)
- "Donde Quedo" (2025)
- "Mi Movie" (2025)
- "Me Lo Cantó" (2025)
- "Love" (feat. Mykal Rose) (2025)
- "A Veces" (2025)
Collaborations
- Jhon Paul 'El Increíble' – producer (Bad Bunny, Farruko, Nicky Jam, Greeicy)
- Mykal Rose – Grammy-winning reggae artist
- Jon Gass – Grammy-winning mix engineer
- Edgar Cortázar – songwriter and lyricist
- Toby Sandoval, Prince Saheb – producers
Distribution
Joze’s music is distributed through The Orchard, a division of Sony Music, and released under her independent label, Iconic Music Group.
Personal life
Joze was born in Santiago, Chile to Honduran parents. She moved to Honduras as a child and was raised there before relocating to the United States for college and formal acting training. She is married to entrepreneur Anton Glotser, with whom she has a son, Nikolai Glotser. Her father is José Rodolfo Zelaya Portillo, a prominent Honduran political figure and former presidential candidate,[10] and her mother is Elizabeth Marie Zelaya Aplicano. She has three brothers.
References
- ↑ Argentina, Billboard (June 8, 2025). "Joze, la artista latina que renace con un sonido entre épocas y una historia de resiliencia".
- ↑ "Joze regresa a la escena musical con 'Me llamas' - El Sol de Irapuato | Noticias Locales, Policiacas, de México, Guanajuato y el Mundo". oem.com.mx.
- ↑ C.G., Gibran (June 4, 2025). "Joze: El renacer de una artista que escribe su historia con verdad, emoción y música". Diario de México.
- ↑ "JOZE regresa con fuerza y estrena Me llamas, un himno de desamor". ContraRéplica.
- ↑ "Del silencio al escenario: Joze regresa con una propuesta musical tan íntima como imparable". June 10, 2025.
- ↑ "Del silencio al escenario: El regreso de José,una voz que nunca se apagó – Diario Social RD". June 10, 2025.
- ↑ Figueroa, Roberto (June 10, 2025). "JOZE: LA VOZ QUE RENACE CON FUERZA, SENSIBILIDAD Y UNA HISTORIA QUE INSPIRA".
- ↑ "Del selencio al escenario: Joze regresa con una propuesta musical "Tan íntima como imparable" - Magazine-PR". June 11, 2025.
- ↑ "Joze regresa con una propuesta musical tan íntima como imparable – NTEVE". June 12, 2025.
- ↑ :es:José Rodolfo Zelaya Portillo
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