JoJo Releases Memoir Detailing Struggles with Addiction

JoJo's memoir, 'Over the Influence', candidly explores her battles with addiction, reflecting on her family's history of substance abuse and her own struggles with alcohol, Adderall, and Xanax. Despite believing she could avoid her parents' fate, JoJo's experiences, including early exposure to Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, drew her into similar patterns of behavior. The singer, who gained fame as a teenager, shares insights into her tumultuous early career, including instances of sexual exploitation in the music industry. JoJo aims for her memoir to serve as a 'redemption' story, hoping to spark conversations about mental health and resilience. She emphasizes the complexities of breaking generational cycles and the importance of self-awareness. The memoir is positioned as a reflection on her journey through fame, personal challenges, and the lessons learned along the way.