JoJo spent much of her childhood in AA meetings. She thought her parents' struggles would keep her from following the same path—but life had other plans.
By age 12, JoJo was already a music sensation. But the fast-paced life brought pressures she didn’t expect, leading to substance use in her teens.
Her mom, Diana, relapsed as JoJo's fame grew. Mental health issues and alcoholism resurfaced, affecting their relationship and JoJo’s mental state.
Despite witnessing addiction firsthand, JoJo admits falling into the same patterns. “I thought I was strong, but I was my parents’ child,” she shares.
JoJo reflects on her father’s death in 2015 due to addiction. She struggled with the realization that she couldn't save him, learning hard truths about her own life.
Caught in a bad record deal and unable to release music, JoJo’s frustrations led to more drinking and substance use, pushing her into dangerous territory.
Therapy, health focus, and breaking free from her record label in 2014 marked a major turning point. JoJo started working on herself and reclaiming her life.
In 2023, JoJo attended her own AA meetings, seeking community and healing. She’s not sober today, but continues working on herself with therapy and self-awareness.
JoJo hopes Over the Influence will inspire readers to release their shame and live freely, embracing sobriety or self-discovery on their own terms.