Nick Jonas is a recording artist.
Nicholas Jerry Jonas ( born September 16 , 1992 ) is an American singer , songwriter , producer , and actor . He released his eponymous debut album in 2004 to little success , though it did catch the attention of Columbia Records . Their self-titled second studio album was released through Hollywood Records in 2007 , and became their breakthrough record . Jonas decided to return to his solo music career following the band 's disbandment , and began work on his second studio album . He signed with Island Records , releasing Nick Jonas ( 2014 ) through the label .