Jewel is the daughter of Nedra Carroll, an artist and personal manager, and Atz Kilcher, an elementary school music teacher, folk singer and social worker. Her mother of Irish descent and her father is of Swiss-German origin. She is the cousin of actress Q'Orianka Kilcher. She spent most of her young life in Homer, Alaska, United States, living with her father. The home she grew up in did not have indoor plumbing; it had a simple outhouse instead. She and her father sometimes earned a living by singing in bars and taverns. It was from these experiences she learned to yodel, a quality demonstrated in many of her songs. Her father was a Mormon, but they stopped attending the church shortly before she turned eight. Yule Kilcher, her grandfather, was a state senator involved in drafting Alaska's constitution for its admission into a state from a territory in 1959.
During high school, Jewel was known to spell her name "Jule" or "Juel," but she attributes this to simply playing with her name.
Jewel learned to play the guitar while at the Interlochen Arts Academy in Interlochen, Michigan, United States where she majored in operatic voice. She started writing songs at the age of seventeen.
For a time, she was poverty-stricken and lived in her van while traveling about the country doing street performances and small gigs. She gained some recognition by singing at the Innerchange Coffeehouse and Java Joe's in San Diego, California, United States. Her friend Steve Poltz's band, The Rugburns, played at the same venues. Jewel later collaborated with Poltz on some of her songs, including "You Were Meant For Me" (He also appeared in the second, best-known, video for this song). The Rugburns opened for Jewel on her Tiny Lights tour in 1997. Poltz appeared in Jewel's band on the Spirit World Tour 1999 playing guitar.
In 1993, Michael Balzary (better known by the stage name – Flea) of the rock band Red Hot Chili Peppers met Jewel after he saw her perform at a local cafe. He went back to her van where she was living, where she sang a few of her songs to him. He described her singing voice as being "beautiful" and "breathtaking".
Jewel was discovered by Inga Vainshtein in August 1993, when a musician from a local San Diego band, Rust, whom Vainshtein was managing at the time, called to tell her about a girl surfer who sang at a local coffee shop on Thursdays. Vainshtein drove to Innerchange coffee shop with a rep from Atlantic Records, and after the show they called Danny Goldberg, the head of Atlantic Records west coast operations, and asked him to pay for Jewel's demo. Vainshtein eventually became Jewel's manager, and was instrumental in creating a major bidding war, which led to Jewel's deal with Atlantic Records. She cut her debut album, Pieces of You, when she was nineteen and it was released in 1995. Jewel recorded "Pieces of You" in a studio on Neil Young's ranch, and was backed by his band, The Stray Gators, who played on Neil Young's "Harvest" and "Harvest Moon" albums. Part of the album was cut live at the Innerchange Coffeehouse in San Diego where she had risen to local fame. The album stayed on the Billboard 200 for an impressive two years, reaching number four at its peak. The album spawned the Top 10 hits "You Were Meant for Me", "Who Will Save Your Soul" and "Foolish Games". The album was a huge success and eventually sold over 12 million copies in the United States. alone, more than all of her subsequent albums put together.
Due to her successes, she was chosen to sing the American national anthem at the opening of the Super Bowl in January 1998 in San Diego. She was introduced as "San Diego's own Jewel!" However, she was criticized for lip-syncing the anthem to a pre-recording. This was especially noticeable due to her missing her cue and not mouthing the first words.
In November 1998, Jewel released her second album, Spirit. The album peaked at #3 on the Billboard 200 and sold over 4 million copies in the United States. The songs "Hands" and "Down So Long" hit the Top 10. Other singles followed, a new version of "Jupiter (Swallow The Moon)", "What's Simple Is True", the theme song to her upcoming movie, and the charity single "Life Uncommon".
A year later, In November 1999, Jewel released Joy: A Holiday Collection. The album sold over a million copies and peaked at #32 on the Billboard 200. She released a cover of "Joy to the World" from the album.
In November 2001, the album This Way was released. The album peaked at #9 on the Billboard 200 and sold over 1 million copies in the United States, standing as her most critically acclaimed album to date. Jewel hit the Top 10 with the song "Standing Still" and the Top 40 with the song "Break Me". Other singles released were "This Way" and "Serve The Ego", the latter giving Jewel her first number one club hit.
In 2003, Jewel released the album 0304. She writes in the liner notes, "I wanted to make a record that was a modern interpretation of big band music. A record that was lyric driven, like Cole Porter, that also had a lot of swing. And a lot of it is thanks to Lester, because when I told him I wanted to make a record that combined dance, urban, and folk music, he didn't look at me like I was crazy." While some fans considered 0304 an innovative album that held to the tradition of her previous albums, others felt that it was too much of a departure from the style of her previous albums. Following the limited success of "Serve the Ego", Jewel moved to a more pop-oriented sound with the release of the single "Intuition". The song, which strays from her usual folk style with simple guitar instrumentation, starts off with a French accordion and experiments with pop beats using synthesizers. The song was successful, reaching #5 on the Billboard Adult Top 40. However, a number of Jewel's fans criticized her for abandoning her traditional folk style in exchange for a new pop sound. Accusations of "selling out" for personal gain, among other things, were made. Despite the different sound style, the song is lyrically similar to her previous work. It has a number of references to culture, including mentioning celebrities such as pop star Jennifer Lopez, model Kate Moss, magazines, film culture and commercialism.
On May 2, 2006, Jewel released her sixth album, Goodbye Alice In Wonderland. The album received mixed reviews, but still managed to debut at #8 on the Billboard Albums Chart. The album sold 82,000 copies in its first week out. The lead single "Again and Again" has had moderate success on Adult Top 40 Radio, peaking at #16. The second single, "Good Day", was released to radio in late June but failed to gain any traction on the radio airplay charts. Later, a video for "Stephenville, TX", her next single, has been seen on Yahoo! Launch.
As of December 2006, the album barely sold 270,000 copies. It is notable in that it is the only Jewel album not to achieve Gold certification, even though it has been hailed as arguably one of her best albums. As one music critic, Timothy Duggan, notes: "This album showcases Jewel's unique talent as a lyricist, alongside a definite growth in her musicianship. It is what 'Pieces of You' might have been had Jewel had the musical knowledge then that she has now. A very satisfying work, all in all". Rolling Stone however, called the album "overdone and undercooked" with a rating of 2 stars out of 5.
In early February 2007, Jewel recorded a duet with Jason Michael Carroll, "No Good in Goodbye (With Jewel)", that was featured on Carroll's debut CD, "Waitin' in the Country". She also made a promotional appearance on the T in Boston for the Verizon Yellow Pages, playing songs on a moving subway car and then doing an hour-long acoustic concert in South Station for a large crowd of adoring fans. In an interview with the Boston Globe, Jewel confirmed that she is no longer affiliated with a record label, confirming rumors that Atlantic Records failed to renew her contract after the lackluster sales of her then-latest album. She also hinted that she would like to do a country album next. She is working with John Rich of Big & Rich fame. He says that she is "probably one of the greatest American singer-songwriters we have had". He also said that "every label in Nashville" is talking to her now.
In November 2007, Jewel was signed to Valory Records, a newly formed division of the independent Big Machine Records label. Her first country album, Perfectly Clear, is currently scheduled for release on June 3, 2008; its lead single, Stronger Woman was released to country radio on January 17, 2008, and has entered the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts. As of the April 26, 2008 country charts, the single was #13 on the charts, which is its peak position thus far.
She will tour with Brad Paisley, Chuck Wicks, and Julianne Hough on Paisley's 2008 tour.
Official site: www.jeweljk.com
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Sometime be That Way
Jewel Lyrics
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Attempts to speak
My pen is present but
Courage left via the sink
And I'm sorry
I snuck up on you
From behind
I'm sorry not all
And I'm sorry that
Jesus died for my sins
And I swear to God
It won't happen again
And I'm sorry
If it was my swerve that
Tempted you to sway
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And Romeo was
A very nice man
He said
"Jewel, I don't think
You quite understand"
And I'm sorry if you had
To explain it like this
I'm sorry I was a point
You were destined to miss
And I'm sorry
I spoke to you irreverently
Down in the hollow
By the old olive tree
And I'm sorry
If my heart breaking
Ruined your day
Oh well
Sometimes It be that way
I said
"Oh well, I got nothing
Left to sell
This love was a bell that
Rang unheard in the air
I was bound to find out
That you didn't care
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And Aphrodite with
Her neon lamp
Kissed Neptune
They put her face
On a stamp
And I'm sorry
I used it to mail
A letter to you
I'm sorry I'm glue and
The rest bounces off of you
And I'm sorry not even
This jet's metal wings
Could get across
These simple things
And I'm sorry
If I ever sang
Your name in vain
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And Goldilocks
Well she knew three bears
They all ate oatmeal
And tiptoed upstairs
And I'm sorry
I never got to
Find you like this
Sleeping like a baby
And swaddled in bliss
And I'm sorry for
All the times
I forgot to imply something
In between the lines
And I'm sorry
If my heart breaking
Ruined your day
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
I said
"Oh well, I got nothing
Left to sell
This love was a bell that
Rang unheard in the air
I was bound to find out
That you didn't care
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And shadow's long fingers
They dance on the wall
Electricity chases
Its tail in the hall
And I'm sorry
If my arms to you
Were just empty rooms
I'm sorry
I never could comfort you
And I'm sorry
St. Petersburg is
A miserable town
And I'm sorry
If I am bringing you down
And I'm sorry
If I caused you pain
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And flame licks the air
With its silver tongue
Night has many hands
But I have just one
And I'm sorry
I walked in on you
Unexpectedly
I'm sorry
I never served you
Camomile tea
And I'm sorry
I didn't always have a match
That could start
A fire big enough
For your heart to catch
And I'm sorry
If it was my swerve that
Tempted you to sway
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
In Jewel's song Sometime be That Way, she explores the complex nature of apologies and the regrets we carry with us throughout life. The opening lines convey a feeling of vulnerability as the singer tries to express herself through writing but struggles to find the courage to do so. She immediately follows with apologies, first for surprising someone she cares for, then for not expressing her love eloquently enough, and finally, for the weight of Jesus' sacrifice. Despite this litany of apologies, she insists that "it won't happen again," a line that suggests the singer has learned from her mistakes and plans to move forward.
The song's chorus features the refrain, "sometimes it be that way,” which echoes the sentiment of the opening lines. The singer implies that while life can be challenging and unpredictable, we should accept this and move on, in the hopes of finding peace. She likens her experiences to those of other literary and historical figures, such as Romeo, Goldilocks, and Neptune. She laments that she has missed opportunities to communicate her feelings, and apologizes for causing hurt or pain. However, she seems to acknowledge that sometimes these things are out of our control and that accepting this fact is a crucial part of life.
The song's structure and tone create a sense of melancholy, which is echoed in the lyrics. The slow tempo and sparse instrumentation give the song an introspective feeling, making it a perfect reflection piece. Jewel's emotive delivery of the lyrics adds to the overall sense of sadness and regret, but her repeated insistence that "sometimes it be that way" suggests messages of hope and an affirming call to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
Night with its shattered teeth Attempts to speak
The darkness of the night feels like it's trying to tell me something.
My pen is present but Courage left via the sink
I have something to say, yet I can't seem to find the courage to put it on paper.
And I'm sorry I snuck up on you From behind
I apologize for taking you by surprise.
I'm sorry not all My love letters did rhyme
I'm sorry that my declarations of love may not have sounded perfect.
And I'm sorry that Jesus died for my sins And I swear to God It won't happen again
I feel guilty for the mistakes I've made, and I promise to try to do things right.
And I'm sorry If it was my swerve that Tempted you to sway Oh well Sometimes it be that way
I apologize if I was partially the reason for your decision, but sometimes that's just how life happens.
And Romeo was A very nice man He said Jewel, I don't think You quite understand
Someone kindly tried to explain something to me, yet I still didn't get it.
And I'm sorry if you had To explain it like this I'm sorry I was a point You were destined to miss
I'm sorry for being dense and that others had to try to explain something to me.
And I'm sorry I spoke to you irreverently Down in the hollow By the old olive tree
I apologize for speaking impolitely to you in that location.
And I'm sorry If my heart breaking Ruined your day Oh well Sometimes It be that way
I regret that our relationship ending may have had an adverse effect on you, but again, life happens.
I said Oh well, I got nothing Left to sell This love was a bell that Rang unheard in the air I was bound to find out That you didn't care Oh well Sometimes it be that way
I finally realized that our love wasn't reciprocated, and that's just a part of life.
And Aphrodite with Her neon lamp Kissed Neptune They put her face On a stamp
I'm referring to the image of love and desire personified by the Greek goddess Aphrodite and her relationship with Neptune, the god of the sea. A picture of her face is even used on a postage stamp.
And I'm sorry I used it to mail A letter to you I'm sorry I'm glue and The rest bounces off of you
I apologize that I may not have been able to express my feelings effectively, and sometimes my words couldn't reach you.
And I'm sorry not even This jet's metal wings Could get across These simple things
Even the most modern innovations couldn't communicate my emotions and desires simply.
And I'm sorry If I ever sang Your name in vain Oh well Sometimes it be that way
I'm sorry if I may have used your name improperly or mispronounced it, but again, mistakes happen.
And Goldilocks Well she knew three bears They all ate oatmeal And tiptoed upstairs
A reference to a popular children's story. I regret that I didn't have an opportunity to find you sleeping comfortably.
And I'm sorry for All the times I forgot to imply something In between the lines
I apologize for not being able to express everything I was feeling and for forgetting to say important things between the more obvious statements.
And shadow's long fingers They dance on the wall Electricity chases Its tail in the hall
A description of a dark and ominous environment.
And I'm sorry If my arms to you Were just empty rooms I'm sorry I never could comfort you
I'm sorry that I wasn't able to give you the emotional support you needed, and sometimes I may have even been distant.
And I'm sorry St. Petersburg is A miserable town And I'm sorry If I am bringing you down
I apologize if my presence in your life is causing you distress, but I also apologize for living in a city known for being dreary and sad.
And I'm sorry If I caused you pain Oh well Sometimes it be that way
I'm sorry for my behavior causing you hurt or harm, but sometimes things like that happen.
And flame licks the air With its silver tongue Night has many hands But I have just one
A description of a mysterious and eerie environment.
And I'm sorry I walked in on you Unexpectedly I'm sorry I never served you Camomile tea
I apologize for surprising or interrupting you, and I'm also sorry I never had the chance to make you a cup of tea.
And I'm sorry I didn't always have a match That could start A fire big enough For your heart to catch
I'm sorry that I wasn't able to ignite a passion or love within you as much as I wanted to.
And I'm sorry If it was my swerve that Tempted you to sway Oh well Sometimes it be that way
I apologize if my actions influenced you, but sometimes things are just out of my control.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: JEWEL KILCHER
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Steph Evans
I grew up in a religion that was very strict. I dated a guy who served a mission for our church. While he was gone he went to leaders in the church and told them so many untruths about our relationship. I was called in by the “Elders” and was called a jezebel and was told he had a friend upstairs who was helping him through this and I was to pay for both of our sins. This song got me through dark times and to this day it’s a strength to me. I know God loves me and I also have a friend upstairs. No one is responsible for paying for anyone else’s sin. That was such a dark time for me and I’m grateful for this song bringing me some light when I needed it most.
011silbermond
I totally love this one Don´t even know why, but it speaks to me. Maybe because my best friend and I always serve us camomile tea to show love to each other. XD Or because I love Aphrodite with her neon lamp.
ettenoiram je
Night with its shattered teeth attempts to speak
My pen's present but courage left via the sink
And I'm sorry I snuck up on you from behind
Sorry not all my love letters did rhyme
And I'm sorry that Jesus died for my sins
And I swear to God it won't happen again
And I'm sorry if it was my swerve that tempted you to sway
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And Romeo was a very nice man
He said "Jewel, I don't think you quite understand"
And I'm sorry if you had to explain it like this
I'm sorry I was a point you were destined to miss
And I'm sorry I spoke to you irreverently
Down in the hollow by the old olive tree
And I'm sorry if my heart-breaking ruined your day
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
I said, "Oh well, I got nothing left to sell
This love was a bell that rang unheard in the air
I was bound to find out that you didn't care
Said oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And Aphrodite with her neon lamp
Kissed Neptune they put her face on a stamp
And I'm sorry I used it to mail a letter to you
Sorry I'm glue and the rest bounces off of you
I'm sorry not even this jet's metal wings
Could get across these simple things
And I'm sorry if I ever sang your name in vain
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
I said, "Oh well, I got nothing left to sell
This love was a bell that rang unheard in the air
I was bound to find out that you didn't care
Said oh well
Sometimes it be that way
And flame licks the air with its silver tongue
Night has many hands but I have just one
And I'm sorry I walked in on you unexpectedly
Sorry I never served you chamomile tea
And I'm sorry I didn't always have a match
That could start a fire big enough for your heart to catch
And I'm sorry if it was my swerve tempted you to sway
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
I said, "Oh well, I got nothing left to sell
This love was a bell that rang unheard in the air
I was bound to find out that you didn't care
Said oh well
Sometimes it be that way
Oh well
Sometimes it be that way
ettenoiram je
yes this version is what i was looking for. the official live audio❤️❤️. year 2004
ROGNY FRANK
When Jewel Rules the world 🙏🫂🌹😘
Carry Carry
Like and love it
stevenevents
I like this one too. 💿💿
Raghavendra Ramachandrappa
Hi JK...But everytime it will be like this way ! Simply brilliant way !!