For the fourth time now Jaqee introduces herself to the World with her impr… Read Full Bio ↴For the fourth time now Jaqee introduces herself to the World with her impressive voice and her unique attitude. Born in Kampala, the Capital of Uganda, she began her vagabond like life the moment she was born. During her childhood, she travelled the rural areas of her home country with her parents. This is where she collected her first impressions of the life as a nomad. From birth on, wandering the earth became a part of her destiny. In the early nineties she undertook a huge step and immigrated to Sweden. The City of Gothenburg would become her adopted home from where she was able to access all the different destinies and directions, which were on offer to her.

Through all the borders Jaqee crossed, music has always been her steady companion whereas it never was a stereotype thing that let her get down with any special genre, than more like a special feeling. “To do what I want in a particular moment is my motivation. I like to express myself in all kind of sounds.”

So above all, she became a true nomad in the world of music.

After Several successful co-operations with numerous artists, in 2005 Jaqee made an impact with her debut album “Blaqalixious”, which was mainly a Soul and R&B album. “That was my direct contact to the music that a rural community in the Diaspora plays” she explains. But it did not end up there because a nomad like Jaqee does not settle anywhere. After further creative and fruitful collaborations, Jaqee released her second long player “Nouvelle d´ amour” in 2007. This time, the sound was more of a rocking, bluesy vibe. It seemed to be the total opposite to her debut album but for Jaqee it was only the next step on her path in the circle of life. “Everything is possible as long as it is real. I never wonder about things like genre as long as the vibe fits.” One step further on, she encountered the songs of Billie Holiday, which lead to the album “A letter to Billie” recorded together with Bohuslänbigband, a lovely homage to the great American Jazz Singer.

Both of her first two albums each received a Swedish Grammy nomination and several appearances in the Swedish national television increased her standing as a passionate and soulful Singer.

So Teka, producer and creator of many successful riddims for his co-found German label, Rootdown Records considered her to be part of his new project “Koala Desperados“, which link Caribbean vibes like Cumbia to Reggae, and while working on it a totally new idea was born.

Jaqee and Teka decided to combine both their talents into one album. The results of which you can now hear on “Kokoo Girl” a refreshing mix of Old School Reggae sounds from the seventies combined with up-to-date Beats, electronic twists and turns and of course the amazing voice of Jaqee. For her, this means that she has achieved some of her ambitions. “I grew up with African Gospel, in sad and turbulent environment, so for me, this means I grasp and totally understand the reggae and its non ending struggle for the common man.” No sooner said than done and “Kokoo Girl” will become Jaqee’s fourth and newest release.

All the paths she followed, countries she crossed and influences she absorbed are a part of this album. She sings with the freedom of spirit of the travelling people. The word “Kokoo” is the only memory that remains everlasting. It is just a word but its impact is so huge that Jaqee does not really like to explain it. “It implies irony and seriousness as well as sarcasm and fun.” It is more than a gimmick. “Kokoo” is a very special feeling and a clear view of the world from an artist who has seen more of it than all the people that have settled down.

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Jaqee Lyrics

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Today is the day that you put on you're makeup.
You put on your heels and straighten up your manners.
You make the heads on the streets turn
around as your perfume lingers.
Leaving that smell of the sweet sensing.

You dance, to the moment
You dance, to the music

You dance, to the rhythm that is rocking your body

You leave all your troubles, and you leave all
your sorrows behind.
Loving every second and every minute of your symphony.
You meet with your friends, everybody's in the zone ready
for seduction.
Tuning their minds to the sweet sensing.

You dance, to the moment
You dance, to the music
You dance, to the rhythm that is rocking your body

Up in the club, there's nothing but love, every body's in a
funky mood, and the Gs are doing their sexy thing.

You take of your Jacket as the room gets heated and your
feet start stamping and your waistline moving as you rock

Overall Meaning

These lyrics from Jaqee's song "Dance" paint a picture of a night out on the town, where the singer is putting on their makeup, slipping into their heels, and getting ready to hit the club. As they step out onto the streets, their presence commands attention as they exude an air of confidence and sensuality. The smell of their perfume lingers long after they've walked away.

As they enter the club, they become enveloped in the music and the energy of the crowd. They let go of their troubles and sorrows and fully immerse themselves in the moment, enjoying every second and every minute of their symphony. They meet up with friends and everyone is ready for a night of seduction.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the power of dance to transport us from our everyday lives and tap into an inner rhythm that is uniquely our own. We move to the music, letting it rock our bodies and lift our spirits, until we feel completely in sync with the beat.

Overall, "Dance" is a celebration of the joy and freedom that dancing can bring into our lives. It encourages us to let go of our inhibitions and fully embrace the moment, getting lost in the music and the movement.

Line by Line Meaning

Today is the day that you put on you're makeup.
Today is the day when you prepare yourself to go out and have fun.

You put on your heels and straighten up your manners.
You dress up and present yourself in a poised, confident manner.

You make the heads on the streets turn around as your perfume lingers.
You attract attention with your beauty and leave a sweet fragrance in your wake.

Leaving that smell of the sweet sensing.
Your scent is so sweet, it lingers long after you've passed by.

You dance, to the moment
You let go of everything and just live in the present moment.

You dance, to the music
You move your body to the beat of the music.

You dance, to the rhythm that is rocking your body
You let the music move you and guide your dance.

You leave all your troubles, and you leave all your sorrows behind.
You forget about your problems and just enjoy yourself.

Loving every second and every minute of your symphony.
You are fully immersed in the experience, enjoying every moment of it.

You meet with your friends, everybody's in the zone ready for seduction.
You hang out with your friends who are also ready to have a good time and attract others.

Tuning their minds to the sweet sensing.
Everyone is focused on the enjoyment they will get from the night.

Up in the club, there's nothing but love, every body's in a funky mood, and the Gs are doing their sexy thing.
At the club, everyone is feeling the love and enjoying the vibe, while some people show off their moves.

You take of your Jacket as the room gets heated and your feet start stamping and your waistline moving as you rock
As the night gets hotter, you let yourself be carried away by the music and your body starts moving in rhythm.

Writer(s): Z. Grey, L. R. Hanks

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