Her solo career began in earnest in 2002, when a demo version of the song "Finally Woken" was played on the LA radio station, KCRW. The track became one of the most listener-requested songs at the station, landing her in their top 5 played artists, and all prior to any record label being attached. As a result, she signed to Dave Matthews' ATO Records label.
Along with electronic producer Guy Sigsworth (Björk, Frou Frou), she wrote the song Nothing Fails, which was later reworked by Madonna and appeared on her 2003 album, American Life.
Jem released the moderately successful EP It All Starts Here in autumn 2003, followed by the debut album Finally Woken in March 2004. The first single They became her most successful single to date, peaking at #6 on UK Singles Charts.
Her second album Down to Earth was released on 16 September 2008, preceded by the single It's Amazing.
Jem's music featured on various movies (Closer, Eragon, Sex and the City, Monster-in-Law, The Prince and Me), trailers (Ultraviolet, Closer), ads (Lexus), and TV series (The OC, Six Feet Under, Gossip Girl, Smallville, 90210).
Got It Good
Jem Lyrics
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It would be to be free of this fighting all around
'Cause it's so wrong and it could be so right
In my heart I know we're here to grow
To love, to give, to learn, to live
And I believe in miracles, open up your eyes
Got a soul, got a mind, got a heart that beats in time
You've got it good, don't forget how lucky you are
Darling, darling, use it to connect with everyone
Don't you know we're golden covered up with mud?
One day you'll see the truth that we all share the same blood
Supposed to love thy neighbor together we should stand
Whatever color, race or creed, come on and hold my hand
'Cause I don't differentiate, we're all the same to me
Got a soul, got a mind, got a heart that beats in time
You've got a smile, got a voice, got the gift of love
You've got it good, don't forget how lucky you are
Darling, darling, use it to connect with everyone
And it's getting so serious, crushed my heart in pieces
But I know I'm not alone in wanting peace, not alone
And if you feel what I feel raise your hands with me
Got a soul, got a mind, got a heart that beats in time
You've got a smile, got a voice, got the gift of love
You've got it good, don't forget how lucky you are
Darling, darling, use it to connect with everyone
Got a soul, got a mind, got a heart that beats in time
You've got a smile, got a voice, got the gift of love
You've got it good, don't forget how lucky you are
Darling, darling, thank you for the moments that we had
The lyrics to Jem's "Got It Good" explore themes of peace, unity, and love. The song begins with the singer expressing a wish for freedom from fighting and conflict around the world. In her heart, she believes that we are all here to grow, learn, and love. She encourages listeners to open their eyes to the miracles around them and to use their gifts of love to connect with everyone.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the gifts that each person possesses: a soul, a mind, a heart that beats in time, a smile, a voice, and the gift of love. Jem reminds her audience not to forget how lucky they are to have these things and to use them to connect with others, regardless of color, race, or creed. The bridge speaks to the seriousness of the world's problems, but Jem is not alone in wanting peace. She encourages listeners to raise their hands with her if they feel the same.
Overall, "Got It Good" is a moving and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to look beyond differences and connect with one another through love and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
If I had one wish, if I had one wish
I wish for one thing only, to be free from all the conflicts around.
'Cause it's so wrong and it could be so right
All the fighting is distressing and has the potential to end.
In my heart I know we're here to grow
I am convinced that we exist to grow.
To love, to give, to learn, to live
To love, learn, live, and give are the reason for our existence.
And I believe in miracles, open up your eyes
Noticing the miracles around you will help you develop faith in them.
Got a soul, got a mind, got a heart that beats in time
We have a heart that beats, a soul that feels and a mind that thinks and analyses.
You've got a smile, got a voice, got the gift of love
You know how to smile, have a voice, and possess the ability to give love to everyone.
You've got it good, don't forget how lucky you are
Don't fail to remember that we are fortunate to have what we have.
Darling, darling, use it to connect with everyone
Use your gifts to bond and interact with all people.
Don't you know we're golden covered up with mud?
Everybody is pure and glorious, despite the flaws that are visible to us.
One day you'll see the truth that we all share the same blood
Eventually, you'll realize and comprehend that we are all from the same bloodline.
Supposed to love thy neighbor together we should stand
We ought to continue loving our neighbors and standing together.
Whatever color, race or creed, come on and hold my hand
Regardless of our skin color or beliefs, let's hold hands and come together.
'Cause I don't differentiate, we're all the same to me
I've got no differentiation in treating people because in front of me, everyone is the same.
And it's getting so serious, crushed my heart in pieces
It's getting worse and more severe, which breaks my heart into tiny fragments.
But I know I'm not alone in wanting peace, not alone
I know I don't stand alone in my quest for peace.
And if you feel what I feel raise your hands with me
If you share my beliefs and feelings, raise your hands with me.
Darling, darling, thank you for the moments that we had
Thank you for the moments that we've had together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, O/B/O CAPASSO, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ACO, ZEEBRA, JEFFREY IRWIN BASS, JEM GRIFFITHS, KENJI FURUYA
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