Coco Jones is embracing a new chapter in both her personal and professional life—and she’s doing it with humor, heart and confidence.

The Grammy-winning singer and actress, 28, recently opened up to PEOPLE about her engagement to Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell, joking that saying “yes” to forever was the most significant deal she’s ever agreed to.

“I think about my life so much like business,” Jones shared with a laugh. “And I’m like, ‘Girl, you’ve got to stop. This is the biggest contract I’ve ever signed.’ This is a real-life, forever commitment.”

Coco Jones and Donovan Mitchell Announced Their Engagement in 2025

Jones and Mitchell, 29, announced their engagement in July 2025 after two years of dating. The proposal, which Mitchell shared via an overhead video on Instagram, quickly captured fans’ attention—and hearts.

Reflecting on the moment now, Jones says the experience was nothing short of surreal.

“I talk about forever, I sing about forever—and then I’m like, ‘Oh… this is really forever,’” she said. “Okay. Word up.”

“Exciting, Intimidating and Powerful”: How Jones Feels About the Engagement

The “Here We Go (Uh Oh)” singer admits the engagement has brought a wave of emotions.

“It’s exciting, it’s intimidating and it’s just powerful,” Jones explained. “It’s one of those moments where you really feel the weight and beauty of choosing someone.”

Despite both having demanding schedules, Jones says their shared work ethic is actually one of the strongest foundations of their relationship.

Two High-Powered Careers, One Shared Language

With Jones dominating music charts and award shows—and Mitchell leading one of the NBA’s most competitive teams—the couple understands what it means to fully commit to their passions.

“It’s a blessing to have somebody who also gives a lot to their career and to their brand,” Jones said. “We both go really hard for the things we love, and they’re demanding careers.”

That mutual understanding has helped eliminate doubt and insecurity in the relationship.

“He’s my biggest cheerleader,” she added. “So I feel like I’m never able to doubt myself in his presence. It’s just not going down like that.”

The couple regularly supports one another publicly, with Mitchell attending Jones’ concerts and Jones showing up courtside for Cavaliers games.

Wedding Planning? Coco Jones Says She’ll “Make the Time”

Between releasing her debut album Why Not More?, touring internationally and earning her eighth Grammy nomination, Jones admits wedding planning hasn’t exactly topped her to-do list—yet.

“I’ll make that time. Stop playing with me,” she joked. “That will get done.”

Still, she’s already thought deeply about what kind of ceremony she wants—and what she doesn’t.

No Viral Wedding Here: Coco Jones Wants Privacy

Don’t expect a TikTok-driven, influencer-style wedding from the star.

“I’m not trying to do a viral wedding,” Jones explained. “A lot of what I see online is specifically for the internet, and that’s just not my vibe.”

Instead, she envisions something more intimate and personal.

“If it was up to me, y’all wouldn’t know,” she said candidly. “But I have to give a little. It’s mostly going to be private and intimate—with a sprinkle of sharing is caring.”

A Power Couple Entering Their Forever Era

As Coco Jones continues to ascend in music and Donovan Mitchell builds his NBA legacy, the couple appears firmly grounded in mutual respect, ambition and unwavering support.

From joking about lifelong “contracts” to redefining what a modern celebrity engagement looks like, Jones and Mitchell are stepping into their future on their own terms—together.