Highlights & Achievements
• Viral Presence: Built a 2.3M+ TikTok following with over 47M likes, helping fuel the
success of music like “Guacamole” and “Worst Case Scenario.”
• Brand Features: Partnered with Chipotle and PacSun on viral social campaigns,
including the #chipanddip dance and #GetYourJeansOn.
• Press Coverage: Featured by ThisSongIsSick, Hype Off Life, The Hype Magazine, and
Remixd Magazine for his genre-blending style and comedic storytelling.
• Streaming Success: Millions of plays across platforms; standout releases include the
All Good No Worries album (2022) and recent singles “Not My Fault” and “DAMAGE”
(feat. Bryce Vine).
• Collaborations: Worked with Bryce Vine, Jon moss lol, and Emily Krueger, positioning
Jayo as a bridge between internet culture and mainstream music.
Jayo (real name John Olear) is a Los Angeles-based artist and content creator known for his fusion of music, humor, and optimism. Originally gaining traction on TikTok in 2019, he built a following of over 2.3 million through comedic interviews and relatable skits. His stage name, short for “Just A Young Optimist,” reflects both his upbeat energy and approach to songwriting.
Blending elements of pop, R&B, and hip-hop, Jayo crafts tracks that are playful yet emotionally grounded. Songs like “Hoodie” and “Worst Case Scenario” highlight his signature mix of light indie vibes, viral-ready hooks, and candid storytelling. In both his music and live performances, Jayo often touches on personal themes such as insecurity, therapy, and loss—delivering them with sincerity and levity.
Recent & Upcoming Projects
• New Music: 2025 single “Matador (Red Flags)” explores relationship dynamics with Jayo’s usual humor and charm. He has teased unreleased tracks such as “Do You Like Me Back?”, “Comfortably You,” and “Life Hack.”
• Touring: Opened for Bryce Vine on the Motel California Tour (Spring 2025), performing in major venues across North America, including The Novo (LA), The Warfield (SF), and The Salt Shed (Chicago).
• Collaborations & Partnerships: Continued momentum with Bryce Vine signals more potential high-profile collaborations. Jayo is also a strong candidate for future partnerships with lifestyle and music-centric brands.
– Matador (red flags) – 2025 Single
– DAMAGE – 2024 Single
– Worst case scenario – 2024 EP:
– Acoustic, discovery, sped up, slowed down
– FLY ME OUT – 2024 Single ft. AUGY
– Not my fault – 2024 Single
– Love, I hate You – 2024 Single ft. Mougleta
– Crash – 2024 Single ft. Zach Paradis, Jaylon Ashaun
– Love plug – 2023 Single
– Worst case scenario – 2023 Single
– Back to basics – 2023 Single
– In the air – 2023 Single
– Comfortably you – 2023 Single
– Melting – 2023 Single
– Fast jams – 2023 EP:
– Chronically single – faster
– Fall 4 u – faster
– Life hack – faster
– Hoodie – faster
– Guacamole – faster
– I want u – 2023 Single
– Life hack – 2023 Single
– Flirt – 2023 Single
– Meant 2 be – 2023 Single
– Fall 4 u – 2023 Single
– Touch – 2022 Single
– High sexpectations – 2022 Single ft. Sad alex
– Iykyk – 2022 Single
– Chronically single – 2022 Single
– Thank you – 2021 Single
– Sugar rush – 2021 Single
– Trouble in paradise – 2021 Single ft. Emily Kruger
– High wasted – 2021 Single
– Fool – 2021 Single
– Friend girl – 2021 single
– Yoyo – 2021 single
– Hoodie – 2021 single
– Guacamole (remix) – 2021 Single ft. Curtis Roach, Jonmosslol
– Still Broke – 2021 Single ft. Jonmosslol, nightxime, Paul Howard
– Twitter girl – 2021 Single ft Nightxime
– 2k (games) – 2020 Single ft. Jonmosslol
– Summer is Cancelled – 2020 Single ft Adrian
– Zendaya – 2020 Single
– Guacamole – 2020 Single