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.
My Love
JJ Lyrics
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When they know how to breathe slow
They lay low
Don't want the world to know
Wake up, boy you better shake up
The things in your head
So you can be alone
All I ever want to know
Is why you never let it show
When you're around me
When you're in me
Why don't you tell me
You know I believe you
Take me for granted
It's all I ever wanted
Why don't you get it
Before we lost it...we lost it
Make up your mind
For the time that drove us to break up
Say it isn't so
Boy I let you go
I know, want to tell you
Where to go
We should know by now
I always gave my all
To want my love
I don't ever mind the things you said
But I remember every word I read
Go let it out, if you scream I will shout
Open your mouth, what are you about
You're looking for divine
If you leave I will shine
Next time you see me...
Oh the lies
The lyrics of JJ's song My Love is quite thought-provoking and reflective of a failed relationship. The first few lines of the song paint a picture of someone seeking peace and serenity in solitude, someone who wants to escape the world and its chaos. It is a metaphorical representation of the person trying to disconnect from their emotions and remain calm, even if it means "laying low" and "breathing slow" to avoid the scrutiny of the world. It is in this context that the singer implores her former lover to wake up and sift through his thoughts.
The next part of the song expresses frustration and hurt. The singer is in disbelief that her lover never showed his true feelings when they were together. She wonders why he held back when they were alone and why he never revealed his deepest emotions. The phrase "take me for granted" conveys a sense of desperation as the singer yearns for the attention and affection of her former lover. She pleads with him to understand how she feels and to get back together with her before they lose everything.
The chorus of the song is a plea for him to make up his mind, to choose between staying apart or getting back together to rekindle their love. The last part of the song is a direct message to the former lover. She talks about how she always loved him and gave him her all, but at the same time, she doesn't mind the hurtful things he said because the memories of their relationship matter more to her.
Line by Line Meaning
I know, where people go
I am aware of the places people retreat to
When they know how to breathe slow
When they are capable of taking slow deep breaths
They lay low
They keep to themselves
Don't want the world to know
They don't wish to attract attention or publicity
Wake up, boy you better shake up
Wake up and sort yourself out
The things in your head
The thoughts in your mind
So you can be alone
So you can spend time in solitude
When you're alone, I am alone
When you are by yourself, I am also left without company
All I ever want to know
The only thing I'm interested in understanding
Is why you never let it show
Is why you never reveal your true feelings
When you're around me
When we are together
When you're in me
When you are part of me
Why don't you tell me
Why don't you communicate honestly with me
You know I believe you
You know I trust what you say
Take me for granted
Treat me carelessly or as expected
It's all I ever wanted
Neglect or disregard is all I hoped for
Why don't you get it
Why don't you understand this
Before we lost it...we lost it
Before our connection was gone...it was gone
Make up your mind
Come to a decision
For the time that drove us to break up
For the period that caused our separation
Say it isn't so
Tell me it's not true
Boy I let you go
I released you, boy
I know, want to tell you
I am aware and ready to inform you
Where to go
The ideal place to head towards
We should know by now
We should have knowledge by this point
I always gave my all
I always committed everything I had
To want my love
To have you desire my love
I don't ever mind the things you said
I never pay attention to what you say
But I remember every word I read
But I recall all the words I've read
Go let it out, if you scream I will shout
Release your feelings, I'll support you loudly
Open your mouth, what are you about
Speak up, what do you stand for?
You're looking for divine
You're searching for something holy or special
If you leave I will shine
If you depart, I'll stand out or succeed
Next time you see me...
The next instance you see me...
Oh the lies
Oh, the deceitful statements
Contributed by Julia S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Johaksmc
JJ es una de las mejores bandas que he escuchado. ¡Y esta canción es excelente!
@alos4533
I really love her ... beautiful Voice <3
@corvuSS_1
The girl's voice is perfect, I love it. Always the best for me
@spiritweird
Her voice sends chills all over me
@nat.serrano
ay ay ay it gives me the chills
@masterbigz
Favorite song on JJn2
@donuteyes
someone told me once that the lyrics to this song were goofy and didn't make sense, i told them to never talk to me again.
@sundancekid9000
my thanks to battlefield 3 for allowing me to "discover" this band as well as her voice.
@kanber656
Hey jj
@theskunk
that's jj ?