As a child, Godwin insisted on sporting sweatpants, and short hair, so it's no surprise that her 4th grade bus driver mistook her for a boy. Despite this, Jess still managed to emerge into something of a girl. She lives for short skirts and high heels. She likes boys...a lot.
After two years of trying to conceal the fact that she is, in fact, a trained singer, and does, in fact, have a background in theatre, Jess is throwing in the towel. "Hi...my name is Jess...and I like Musical Theatre. But that doesn't mean we still can't be friends!" She attended Vanderbilt University as a classical voice major and finished off at Columbia College as a Theatre major. She had a couple of almost big breaks - she was almost in Wicked...twice. After being thrown off the stage in a production of Carousel, Jess decided to take a breather from theatre and focus on writing her own music. She still does the occasional show every once in a while and continues to make the mistake of dating actors.
Jess currently supports herself (sort of) teaching voice lessons to teens and singing at St. Alphonsus in Chicago. She has a blast doing a weekly tell-all video music blog: www.girlin14g.blogspot.com. Jess's band keeps up a regular Chicago schedule and makes it out to New York and Atlanta every couple of months. "Come to my show! I'm really super awesome live, I will bake you cookies, and I'll do push-ups on stage if you bring friends!"
People wonder about the pigtails. People scoff at the pigtails. People stay up at night questioning the pigtails. But a magician never reveals his secrets.
Godwin is gearing up to release a new EP entitled "Klutz" and her first music video, "Katy's Side" this coming May. Starring Godwin and Jennifer Knox, better known as the Female Guest from The Dark Knight, "Katy's Side" is a tongue-in-cheek story about the perils of all-consuming jealousy. Directed by Benji Dell and BJ Friedman and choreographed by Vanessa Panerosa, the video was shot at Columbia College Dance Center and the Chicago Blackstone Hotel. The video and EP release show will take place in the Crystal Ballroom of the Blackstone Hotel at 8PM on May 7th. All ages, $10. 636 S. Michigan Ave. Hotel guests receive free admission. With Eli Noll (elinoll.com), Michael Mahler (michaelmahler.com), and Alan Schmuckler (alanschmuckler.com)
Easy
Jess Godwin Lyrics
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"Can't" stuck to your shoulders.
"No" stuck in your shoe.
Most days you do nothing.
There's too much here to do.
It's easy to cry.
About it.
Easy to cry.
Let it all go.
Let it all go now.
Too anxious for sitting.
Too tired to stand.
You're so ready for living.
But you don't.
Don't know where to live.
It's easy to cry.
About it.
Easy to cry.
You're doing fine.
Let it all go. 2x
Now.
Let it all go. 3x
Now.
Let it all go. 3x
Now.
Let it all go. 3x
Now.
It's easy to cry.
About it.
Easy to cry.
Yeah, yeah.
You're doing fine.
Just take some time.
Yeah.
You're doing fine.
Let it all go. 2x
Now.
Let it all go. 2x
Now.
(End)
The lyrics of Jess Godwin's song "Easy" reveal a character who is struggling with the weight of the world on their shoulders. The opening lines, "Can't" stuck to your shoulders, "No" stuck in your shoe, suggest that the character has internalized rejection and negative thoughts, which is making it difficult for them to move forward. They are overwhelmed by the demands of life and feel like there is too much to do, resulting in a lack of motivation or action. The verse "Too anxious for sitting, Too tired to stand," highlights the character's struggle with balance and taking action, even though they are eager to live.
The repetition of the phrase "It's easy to cry," throughout the song emphasizes the emotional vulnerability that the character is experiencing. They are finding it difficult to cope and facing their emotions. The chorus "Let it all go," acts as a reminder for the character to release their negative feelings and accept that they are doing the best they can. The song ends on a hopeful note, suggesting that the character can take their time and will eventually overcome their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got.
You possess something, but it is not clearly specified what it is.
"Can't" stuck to your shoulders.
You are burdened by the feeling of being unable to do something.
"No" stuck in your shoe.
You are constantly facing rejection or denial in your life.
Most days you do nothing.
You are not able to achieve much in your daily routine.
There's too much here to do.
You feel overwhelmed by the amount of work or responsibility you have.
It's easy to cry.
It is effortless for you to express your emotions through tears.
About it.
You cry about your problems or issues.
You're doing fine.
You are doing okay and there is nothing to worry about.
Let it all go.
You should release all your worries and stress.
Too anxious for sitting.
You are too restless to sit down and relax.
Too tired to stand.
You are too exhausted to remain standing or active.
You're so ready for living.
You are eager and willing to experience life to the fullest.
But you don't.
However, you are unable to take initiative or make a move.
Don't know where to live.
You are uncertain about where to go or what path to take in life.
Yeah, yeah.
An expression of agreement or affirmation.
Just take some time.
You should take a break and relax for a while.
Let it all go.
Release all your worries and anxieties.
(End)
The end of the song.
Contributed by Kaylee E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
J
thanks so much for doing this, Briana! Beautiful xoxo
J
xoxo!
sophia
Jess Godwin woah your amazing I love your voice <3
J
thanks sophia!
sophia
oh my god you replied <3
J
xoxo!
baba.24
You can let literally feel the emotion in the song.
jo donato
Hauntingly beautiful!! Such depth, such feeling
Lisa Baron
This is perfect. I love this song 💞
Bully Maguire
am i the only one not here from dance moms? just because i’m in love with this song