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1) Jason Rowe, who formerly recorded under the name Jai, is a British pop/soul singer currently residing in Berlin, Germany.
Rowe was born in Yeovil, England. He moved to London in the mid-1990s, and began working with producer Joel Bogen. A single, "Don't Give Me Away", was recorded under the name Jai and was released on London indie M&G Records in January 1997. The success of the single in Britain and across Europe attracted the attention of RCA Records, who released Jai's debut album, Heaven, later that same year. The album featured mostly original works co-written by Rowe with Bogen, Christopher Bemand, and Rob Watson, as well as contemporary covers of the Arthur Hamilton standard "Cry Me a River" and J.J. Cale's "Magnolia". The album's single "I Believe" was a minor hit in the United States, and the album peaked at #49 on Billboard's Top Heatseekers Chart.
2) From the mouth of Kirk Franklin, “Jai is the next BIG thing.”
Jai (pronounced Jay), of St. Louis Missouri, is a third generation minister and worship leader who knew at an early age that music would be a part of her life. By the age of nine Jai was a key player in the music ministry and today, with more than 20 years in the field of ministry, Jai has served as: Youth Pastor, Retreat and Conference Facilitator, Speaker, Teacher, Minister of Music and featured guest in churches worldwide including The Potters House led by Bishop T.D. Jakes in Dallas, TX and Pastor Paula White’s Without Walls International Church in Tampa, FL
Jai has enjoyed singing background vocals for Grammy Award winning artists Donnie McClurkin and Mary Mary as well as being featured on Grammy nominated records by Lecrae, GMA Dove Award nominated records by Trip Lee and as a solo artist on National and International television platforms such as Daystar and BET.
On her debut, Jai managed to masterfully mix Hip-Hop, CCM, Pop, Praise & Worship, Gospel and Dance Music all in one sitting without compromising the gospel. Many of the songs have cross over appeal and can easily be heard on mainstream radio. Her vocals and heart shine bright on heartfelt songs like Savior, Reflection and You Deserve My All, in which the chorus beautifully boasts: “Open my eyes and I will walk your way yeah, every single day yeah, you deserve my all Lord, you deserve it, Open my mouth and I will shout your praise yeah, louder every day yeah, you deserve my all Lord, you deserve it”.
Reflection
Jai Lyrics
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Self esteem as low as submarines,
Hurting one's own self, just to feel supreme
Trying to look like stars on the movie screens
Always working out, all the dieting.
Why, do you try to fit in?
Which outfit do you like best on me?
O M G, my hair is paper thin.
I think I may need extensions.
Why, do I try to fit in?
Bridge
But…who am I to say I'm not good enough?
Like trying to add color to the Mona Lisa.
You're the painter, I am just the picture, I'm just the picture.
So please forgive me, wasn't thinking clearly. So…
Chorus
I've got to, I've got to be me.
I must admit it's not easy to see what You see
Help me see, what You see every time You look at me.
Every time You look at me.
Verse
Living up to people's expectations
Must be prim and proper in front of them
Blinded by the labels they put on me
Can't see my unique identity
Is this really necessary?
Gravity is not a friend to me
Downhill slopes, stalking calamity
Known from cutting, drinking, drugs and depression
Masking pain, lost in frustration
How can I feel again?
Bridge
But…who am I to say I'm not good enough?
Like trying to change the chorus in a rock monologue
But You're the conductor in this orchestra, in this orchestra.
So please forgive me, wasn't thinking clearly. So….
Chorus
(Pause)
Chorus x2
(Talking) So You like me like I am? That's really tight. So I don't have to look like that or act like that? So just be me….thanks!
The song "Reflection" by Jai portrays a message about self-acceptance and the struggles faced by individuals in society. The first verse emphasizes the pressure to conform to physical beauty standards, which can result in low self-esteem and harmful behavior. The line "hurting one's own self, just to feel supreme" suggests that individuals may turn to extreme measures such as strict diets and excessive exercise to feel accepted by society. The chorus serves as a call to action for individuals to embrace their identity and realize that they do not need to change themselves for others but rather be comfortable with who they are.
The second verse discusses the societal pressure to conform to people's expectations and the difficulty of finding one's unique identity. The line "Blinded by the labels they put on me" portrays the impact of labels and stereotypes on an individual's self-image. The lyrics also touch upon the struggle with mental health issues such as depression, substance abuse, and self-harm. The bridge of the song encourages individuals to recognize their worth and value their uniqueness instead of trying to fit in with societal norms.
Overall, the song's message promotes the importance of self-love and acceptance, and the need to embrace one's unique identity regardless of societal standards.
Line by Line Meaning
Self esteem as low as submarines,
Feeling worthless and unimportant, like an object that is submerged underwater
Hurting one's own self, just to feel supreme
Causing harm to oneself in order to feel powerful and superior
Trying to look like stars on the movie screens
Attempting to emulate the perfect appearance of celebrities on the big screen
Always working out, all the dieting.
Constantly engaging in exercise and restrictive eating habits
Why, do you try to fit in?
Questioning the motivation behind conforming to societal standards and expectations
But…who am I to say I'm not good enough?
Expressing self-doubt and insecurity about one's own worth and abilities
Like trying to add color to the Mona Lisa.
Comparing the futility of trying to improve upon a masterpiece to the idea of improving oneself beyond what is already perfect
You're the painter, I am just the picture, I'm just the picture.
Acknowledging that one's own worth and identity come from a greater power, and that one's individuality is a reflection of that power
So please forgive me, wasn't thinking clearly. So…
Apologizing for losing sight of the bigger picture and asking for divine guidance
I've got to, I've got to be me.
Affirming the need to stay true to oneself and reject societal pressure to conform
I must admit it's not easy to see what You see
Acknowledging the difficulty in seeing oneself as a reflection of a higher power's perspective
Help me see, what You see every time You look at me.
Asking for divine guidance and clarity in understanding one's own worth and identity
Living up to people's expectations
Feeling the pressure to meet others' standards and live up to their expectations
Must be prim and proper in front of them
Feeling the need to present oneself as polished and proper in order to be accepted by others
Blinded by the labels they put on me
Unable to see one's true identity and worth due to the judgments and expectations placed on them by others
Can't see my unique identity
Feeling that one's individuality and worth are obscured by the pressure to conform to others' expectations
Is this really necessary?
Questioning the need to conform to societal expectations and compromise one's true identity
Gravity is not a friend to me
Feeling weighed down by the burdens of life
Downhill slopes, stalking calamity
Feeling that life is full of constant obstacles and difficulties
Known from cutting, drinking, drugs and depression
Having a reputation or history of engaging in self-harmful behaviors and struggling with mental health issues
Masking pain, lost in frustration
Hiding one's true emotions, feeling overwhelmed and helpless
How can I feel again?
Expressing a desire to experience emotions and feel alive once again
Like trying to change the chorus in a rock monologue
Comparing the desire to change oneself to the futility of trying to alter the lyrics of a well-known and established song
But You're the conductor in this orchestra, in this orchestra.
Reaffirming the idea that one's worth and identity come from a higher power and that one's role is to fulfill their purpose in that greater plan
So just be me….thanks!
Acknowledging that one's true identity and worth are enough and expressing gratitude for that realization
Contributed by Kaelyn M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.