Maegan Cottone


Maegan Cottone is a British American songwriter, singer, vocal producer and vocal arranger. In 2012, Cottone signed to British publishing company Phrased Differently where she achieved international songwriting success in the US, France, UK, Germany, Denmark, Sweden and the Netherlands. Three of her songs have been top ten singles in the UK.
While she is best known for her work on Olly Murs' "Up", Little Mix's "Move" and "Salute" songs, Cottone has written on more than 25 songs which have been released commercially around the world.

Early life

Cottone was born in Alexandria, Virginia, United States. Inspired by her mother's vinyl collection of Tamla Motown hits, Queen and Stevie Wonder songs, she began composing and writing at the piano from an early age. Cottone studied piano and classical voice after moving to London with her mother and sister from America at age 9.

Musical career

Cottone has written three UK top ten singles: "Up" for Olly Murs, "Move" and "Salute" for Little Mix. She also scored a Korean with "Red Light" for Kpop girl group f; and a Danish with "R.E.D." for Kongsted.

In 2014, Cottone arranged and vocal produced a cover of Cameo's "Word Up!", the official Sport Relief Single of 2014. The song features vocals from Little Mix, who Cottone has worked with several times - including appointments as vocal director and musical director of the group's Radio 1 Live Lounge, and vocal director on their Salute Tour.
Cottone also wrote the song "The Humblest Start" for the Street Dance 3D soundtrack. Performed by LP & JC, her vocals are also featured.
Cottone has worked with artists and producers worldwide such as DJ Mustard, Babyface, Chase & Status, TMS, Cutfather, White N3rd, Melissa Steel, Tamera Foster, Shea Taylor, Wayne Wilkins, Red Triangle and Komi.

Songwriting credits