Following a minor stroke at age 18, she gained a Sony publishing contract and penned hits for the likes of Chris Brown, Dutch X Factor winner Lisa Lois, and Miley Cyrus (the American number two hit "Party in the USA"). After building up an established online presence, she signed to Universal Records and began working with the likes of hitmaker Dr. Luke (Katy Perry, Kelly Clarkson), Atlanta rapper B.o.B, and R&B producer Labrinth on her debut album, Who You Are. In 2010, her first single, "Do It Like a Dude," originally written for Rihanna, reached number 25 in the U.K. charts and, following in the footsteps of Adele, Florence + the Machine, and Ellie Goulding, she was announced as the winner of the Critics Choice Award at the 2011 Brits. That same year, an appearance on Saturday Night Live coincided with her album being reissued in the U.S.
Following a tour that took in the U.K., Ireland, Australia, Malaysia, and her first show in North America, Jessie J became the first U.K. female solo artist to achieve six Top Ten singles from a single studio album. The success of the sixth single, "LaserLight," featuring David Guetta, was aided in no small part by her appearance as judge on the U.K. edition of The Voice. The hit show gave the singer a chance to display her talent for musical coaching, while building a rapport with fans both old and new on prime-time television. Also involved were Tom Jones and will.i.am, with whom Jessie J performed at Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond Jubilee Concert in June 2012, before heading back to the studio to work on the follow-up to Who You Are.
After finishing her second and final season of coaching on The Voice in 2013, J returned with the singles "Wild" and "It's My Party," which preceded her second album, Alive, that September. With a planned U.S.-only version of Alive featuring collaborations with Pharrell Williams eventually put aside, J instead focused on recording new material for what would become her third studio album, Sweet Talker. Including the likes of Diplo, the-Dream, and the aforementioned Pharrell, the album also saw her join forces with De La Soul and 2 Chainz, while Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj both featured on the lead single, "Bang Bang," which debuted at number one in the U.K. and became a Top Ten hit in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Bulgaria. Sweet Talker arrived in October 2014, reaching the Top Ten in the U.S. and U.K. Taking a break from music, she joined the cast of judges on television singing competition The Voice Australia. She returned in 2017 with the singles "Real Deal" and "Queen," which later appeared on her fourth LP, R.O.S.E.
White Christmas
Jessie J Lyrics
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Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
"May your days be merry and bright
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
Just like the ones I used to know
Where the treetops glisten and children listen
To hear sleigh bells in the snow
I'm dreaming of a white Christmas
With every Christmas card I write
"May your days be merry and bright
And may all your Christmases be white"
The lyrics of Jessie J's rendition of "White Christmas" capture the nostalgic longing for the traditional holiday experiences of yesteryears. The repetition of the phrase "I'm dreaming of a white Christmas" emphasizes the wistful yearning for a snowy and picturesque holiday season reminiscent of the singer's past. This longing for a white Christmas harks back to a time when the holiday season was filled with warmth, joy, and the innocence of childhood.
The mention of "the ones I used to know" in the lyrics suggests that the singer is reminiscing about past Christmases that held special significance and fond memories. The imagery of "where the treetops glisten and children listen" conjures idyllic scenes of a winter wonderland, evoking a sense of magic and enchantment associated with the holiday season. The reference to sleigh bells in the snow further adds to the imagery of a traditional Christmas setting, highlighting the anticipation and excitement that comes with the festive period.
The inclusion of sending Christmas cards and the well-wishes expressed in the lyrics signifies a desire for connection and spreading cheer to loved ones during the holiday season. The lines "May your days be merry and bright, and may all your Christmases be white" convey a message of goodwill and hope for happiness and prosperity not only for the recipient but for all their future Christmases to come. This reflects the universal sentiments of peace, love, and joy that are commonly associated with the festive season.
Overall, Jessie J's rendition of "White Christmas" captures the essence of longing for the simplicity and magic of a traditional festive season. The repetition of the verses underscores the singer's deep emotional connection to the holiday traditions of the past and their wish for a joyful and magical Christmas experience. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia and sentimentality, inviting listeners to reflect on their own cherished memories of the holiday season and to embrace the spirit of togetherness and goodwill that defines this special time of year.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Irving Berlin
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