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.

Fågelsången
JJ Lyrics

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Helt fantastiskt
Jag känner mig som en fågel
Som en ängel
Äe det känns härligt, underbart

I need you
I dont need you
Oh no I never said oh no

I need you Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
Maybe my baby will know
Or mayby I will let go
I need you Oh oh
I dont need youuuuuuuuuuuu

I was sad couldn't tell you
You were sad you should have told me
Now I know how it feels
Now I know things will never be as we
So we go on like nothing happened
We do what lovers do
I dont know what they do

Talking that talk by talk
Talking that talk by talk

Cuz I dont know what they do
And I dont care what they do
Cuz I will always be your friend
But now i dont want you no
If my hart can go on
After this night with you
I need you
I dont need you oh no
I never said oh no

I need you Oh oh
Oh no

But when I close my eyes
I remember those harts
Thats when i know for sure
Heavens got a place for me and you

Overall Meaning

The song "Fågelsången" by JJ contains several different themes and emotions. The beginning of the song reveals a feeling of happiness and freedom as the singer describes feeling like a bird or an angel. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling light-hearted and free, like being able to soar above the world's troubles. The repetitious lyrics "Helt fantastiskt" (absolutely fantastic) further emphasize this jubilant feeling.

The mood of the song changes abruptly as the second verse begins, with the singer expressing a sense of emotional uncertainty and need. They talk about not needing the person they are addressing, but also feeling like they can't let go. The repetition of "I don't need you" could be an attempt to convince themselves they don't need this person or to convince the person themselves. The song then goes on to describe a past relationship that ended sadly and a sense that things can never go back to the way they were.

The final verse of the song seems to suggest that the singer has come to terms with the end of the relationship and is ready to move on. They talk about being friends, but also about not wanting the person anymore. The final line, "Heaven's got a place for me and you," leaves the listener with a sense of hope and positivity, indicating that even though the relationship has ended, the memories and good times will live on.

Line by Line Meaning

Helt fantastiskt
Absolutely fantastic

Jag känner mig som en fågel
I feel like a bird

Som en ängel
Like an angel

Äe det känns härligt, underbart
And it feels lovely, wonderful

I need you
I want you to be with me

I dont need you
I can live without you

Oh no I never said oh no
But I never denied you

Maybe my baby will know
Perhaps my lover will understand

Or mayby I will let go
Or maybe I'll just move on

I dont need youuuuuuuuuuuu
I don't need you anymore

I was sad couldn't tell you
I was unhappy but couldn't express it to you