Joneaux Returns With Funky Feel-Good Single, When You Know You Know
Rising South African singer-songwriter, Joneaux, is back with his new single, When You Know You Know – a bright, groove-soaked funk-pop anthem about knowing you’re in love, but having absolutely no idea how to show it. Since his debut in the market this year, he’s also built a growing community across social media, garnering millions of views thanks to his viral series, ‘Songs South Africans Forgot About‘.
When You Know You Know captures the chaotic sweetness of falling for someone when words (and coordination) fail you.
“It’s that feeling when you know exactly what you want, but your brain or body completely fails you,” says Joneaux with a laugh. “I wanted it to sound like tripping over your own feet in love, but make it danceable.”
The lyrics are charmingly self-aware, making up a song about love that’s clumsy, imperfect, and real.
Produced, mixed, and mastered by collaborator Timothy Drew, the new single sees Joneaux exploring a playful new sonic direction infused with South African pop charm. An evolution from the previous indie-pop energy of singles such as 18 Baby.
Born Jonathan Nunes, Joneaux has been growing continuously, with a DIY approach, a sense of humour, and a deep love for local music. His online community continues to grow, and his latest Quickfire Questions interviews with top SA artists have made him a familiar face in the local scene, bridging the gap between nostalgia, storytelling, and new-generation artistry.
Beyond the content, Joneaux continues to immerse himself in the live circuit, attending shows weekly and connecting with artists across the country as he shapes his own future performances.
“I think being surrounded by the South African scene has changed how I write, and I am learning so much from everyone I’ve met so far,” he says. “There’s such an honesty and warmth in our music, and I wanted this song to feel like that.”
When You Know You Know is out now! Stream here.
