There are at least six artists with this name:
1. A Swedish indie group<… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least six artists with this name:
1. A Swedish indie group
2. A solo project of musician Jacob Janoram
3. An English pop group
4. A South African rapper
5. A Dutch musician
6. K-pop girl group
7. American YouTuber who covers music

1. Swedish group jj emerged in 2009 on the Gothenburg-based record label Sincerely Yours with a particularly gratifying take on the musical preoccupations common to much of the label's roster, which includes its founders, The Tough Alliance. jj are distributed in North America by Secretly Canadian. The band consists of Joakim Benon and Elin Kastlander.

jj's take on neo-Balearic indie pop filters Air France's tropical haze, The Tough Alliance's penchant for slyly irreverent appropriation, and The Honeydrips' fragile twee pop melodicism into a beguilingly lush, gently electronic style, reminiscent of prime Saint Etienne with a smoother, beachier sheen. jj also share their label mates' propensity for mystery, favoring an artfully enigmatic presentation. Vocalist Elin Kastlander provides a distinguishing sonic hallmark in the form of her warm, lusciously smooth alto.

jj released their debut single jj n° 1 in early 2009. A couple of months later they released their debut album jj n° 2. Their third album, jj n° 3, was released on March 9, 2010.

In late 2010, jj released a mixtape called Kills. The first single from Kills, "Let Them," sampled Akon's "Right Now (Na Na Na)." The single also featured a B-side entitled "I'm The One/Money On My Mind" that samples "Intro" by The xx.

Aside from their official releases, jj has also done several covers and new takes on contemporary songs. For example, they've recorded covers of Akon's "Troublemaker," Jeremih's "Birthday Sex," and the "Theme Song" for the classic 70s American tv series Welcome Back, Kotter. All of these tracks were released for free on the internet.

2. Brace yourself, North America – slosh rock is coming. Intrepid guitarist, singer and songwriter JJ Hendrix is mixing and mashing genres to concoct his own blend of musical intoxication which latches on to the listener and refuses to let go. Armed with a seemingly endless satchel of guitar solos and a knack for combining searing riffs with funky, grooving beats, this is the refreshing burst of danceable, yet imaginative rock the scene has been thirsting for.

Hailing from Ontario, JJ continues to make a name for himself throughout the indie music circuit thanks to his eclectic, yet trademark sound that drips and oozes from each and every song he pens. The far majority of his creations are instrumental, allowing the music to do the talking while the listener immerses themselves into the world of slosh rock. Driven by “creativity in its pristine state,” this unique style feeds off the unbridled, rampant inspiration and experimentation embodied by JJ himself.

Joined by Brad Heatherly on drums, Yeruvim Krantsky on guitar and bassist Al Finter, JJ’s Music Retaliation continues to roll on, releasing their latest single “Grunky Gillers and the Fillers” through CD Baby and other digital retailers. With influences from Jimi Hendrix, as well as the blues and rock greats of yesterday and today, the foursome continues to carve out their own niche within the industry. Serving as a small sampling of what’s to come, the single drives sole songwriter JJ to write and record for the group’s upcoming full-length album.

JJ Hendrix earned his nickname from musician and producer Scott Hill of Astranova Records, who recorded with former Black Sabbath keyboardist and producer for Robert Plant, Jez Woodroffe. The pair collaborated on a well-received record Ancient Future in 2010. He released his solo debut Return Regalia in 2008, which generated thousands of plays via Spotify and Last.fm.

JJ’s Music Retaliation’s new single “Grunky Gillers and the Fillers” is available to purchase through CD Baby now, as well as JJ’s full-length Return Regalia. Check him out on ReverbNation to sample some of the delectably fun slosh rock that continues to emanate from his guitar amp today.

3. JJ is the name of a 90s pop group from Salford, England, fronted by the eponymous Jan Johnston.

4. JJ aka Alcapone-JJ is a dancehall mc from Gugulethu, Cape Town. Having been introduced to African Dope Studio boss DJ Dope by fellow Gugulethu crew Chronic Clan, he was inducted into the African Dope Soundsystem project, where he shone. Following tours by the African Dope Soundsystem posse to Germany in 2005 and 2006, JJ secured a record deal in Berlin and relocated there. For up to date info including news of his album release, see JJ's Myspace page.

5. There is also a Dutch artist named JJ. He appears on the Water, Wind & Sails compilation on Dutch label WM Recordings.

6. JJ is one of the few solo singers that has been acknowledged by this prestigious producer, so many are anticipating how she’ll fare against the other girl groups she’ll be competing against.

All White Everything
JJ Lyrics

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Time to pray,
Time to say what's been on my mind
Let's find a way home
So I can mend my restless soul
Maybe I don't wanna know everything that you've been told
It's all greek to me
Maybe you should go
Maybe you should know

Yeah you should know
I've been up all winter for someone like you
And I know that you've been up all winter for someone like me
Don't want to leave
I need you to be here
Where you left me
If you don't, I'll leave you
You go do what you need
Don't stop 'till you bleed

All white everything from my face 'till my wedding
All white everything from my nose to my sense
All white everything from my face 'till my wedding
All white everything from my nose to my sense
All white everything from my face 'till my wedding
All white everything from my nose to my sense
All white everything
All white everything
All white everything

What you about that?
No you don't know a thing!
What you about that
No you don't know a thing
What you about that
No you don't know a thing

What you about that
No you don't know a thing
What you about that?
No you don't know a thing!
What you about that?
No you don't know a thing!
What you about that?
No you don't know a thing!

Pictures' getting trouble for asking too much
Have I said enough!
All white,
Have I said enough!
Have I said enough!
'Cause I'm talking too much
I'm starting to blush when I think about the thing we did
Oooh ooh

Overall Meaning

The first verse of JJ’s “All White Everything” refers to a time of prayer and self-reflection. The singer acknowledges a need to communicate what's been on their mind and to find a way home to mend their restless soul. The next few lines suggest a desire to avoid certain pieces of information, with the singer stating that some things are “all Greek” to them. They then suggest that the listener should leave, though not before they understand the gravity of their departure. The repetition of “Maybe you should” emphasizes the importance of this message. The final part of the verse highlights the effort that the singer and the listener have put into staying together over the winter. The final two lines present an ultimatum: the singer needs the listener to stay where they are or else they’ll leave.

The chorus of “All White Everything” appears to be an ironic commentary on a specific type of privilege, namely that associated with white wealth and power. Celebrating “all white everything from my face 'till my wedding” and “all white everything from my nose to my sense” could be read as willful blindness to lived experiences that differ from that particular type of success. The chorus functions as a provocative and memorable hook, luring the listener in with a catchy rhythm and rhyme scheme while communicating underlying social commentary.

Line by Line Meaning

Time to pray,
It's time to stop and reflect on what's been going on around us.

Time to say what's been on my mind
We need to speak up about what's bothering us, so we can resolve any issues.

Let's find a way home
Let's find a way to feel comfortable and content with ourselves and our situations.

So I can mend my restless soul
I need to find peace and healing for my troubled mind and unsettled spirit.

Maybe I don't wanna know everything that you've been told
I may not want to hear all the rumors or gossip that's been going around.

It's all Greek to me
I don't understand what's being said or why certain things are happening.

Maybe you should go
Perhaps it's best if you leave me alone for a bit.

Maybe you should know
It would be helpful if you could understand what I'm going through.

Yeah you should know
It's important for you to be aware of my feelings.

I've been up all winter for someone like you
I've been waiting and hoping for someone like you to come into my life.

And I know that you've been up all winter for someone like me
I believe that you've been waiting and longing for me to appear in your life.

Don't want to leave
I don't want to abandon the possibility of us being together.

I need you to be here
I require your presence and attention to feel whole and satisfied.

Where you left me
I want to remain where you last saw me, emotionally and mentally.

If you don't, I'll leave you
If you can't provide me with the support I need, I may leave this relationship.

You go do what you need
You're free to do what you want, even if it means leaving me behind.

Don't stop 'till you bleed
Don't give up on what you want, even if it takes a lot of effort and sacrifice.

All white everything from my face 'till my wedding
I want everything in my life to be pure and clean, like the tradition of wearing white at a wedding.

All white everything from my nose to my sense
I want everything to be so pure that my senses are overwhelmed with cleanliness and clarity.

What you about that?
What do you think about that?

No you don't know a thing!
You have no idea what I'm feeling or experiencing.

Pictures' getting trouble for asking too much
People may become suspicious or inquisitive if we share too much information or emotion.

Have I said enough!
Have I revealed too much already?

Cause I'm talking too much
I may be sharing too many intimate details or thoughts.

I'm starting to blush when I think about the thing we did
When I recall the intimate moments we've shared, I become embarrassed or bashful.

Oooh ooh
Expressing excitement, pleasure or attraction.

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