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Coko Eason Turns Childhood KitKat Into Viral Hit | Birmingham News
Coko Eason, a 43-year-old Birmingham rapper, turned her childhood KitKat ritual into a viral sensation—and now she’s starring in an official KitKat commercial. After posting a remix of the classic jingle with finger snaps and scatting on Instagram in early 2026, she caught the brand’s attention, leading to a studio session in downtown Birmingham. The campaign’s success has been huge—KitKat even sent her a card praising her jingle—and Coko sees it as her “big break.” Beyond music, she’s deeply rooted in her city, running Activ8 to revitalize vacant spaces and leading free boxing classes that…
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