Biography
Johnson is from the small town of Ängelholm in the south western part of Sweden, but the surroundings and the media compare her with the biggest stars in the music business. By the age of four, she had decided that she wanted to become an artist. She was highly encouraged by her local choir leader.
She now lives in a hunting lodge in the Western Gothlandic woods of Sweden, but also has a home in Stockholm.
As a 12-year old, she started off as vocalist in a Country & Western band, Tomboola Band, touring in Norway and Denmark. She signed eventually with EMI-Medley in Denmark and recorded an album, produced by top producer Paul Bruun. The title-track, Sugar Tree, became a hit in Denmark. In 1996, she had her first Swedish hit with Kommer tid, kommer vår”, a duet with Jan Johansen.
In 1998, she performed Kärleken är at Melodifestivalen, winning the Swedish finals and going on to represent Sweden in the Eurovision Song Contest. This established Johnson as one of the prime Swedish artists. The success was followed by the hit album När hela världen ser på and a successful tour.
In mid 1999, Johnson went to L.A. to look for material for her second album. At home, she worked with Andreas Carlsson (ASCAP Writer of the Year 2000), who is known for several massive hits, the biggest , so far, being Celine Dion's That's the Way It Is. She also tried out a few local new-comers and the album Daughter of Eve was released in early 2000. It was very well received and Johnson was compared with some of the world's best artists.
In 2000, she received a platinum-record in Denmark for the sound-track Promise To Love from the Danish block-buster, "Eneste Ene". Later that year, Johnson started to collaborate with other songwriters such as Jenny Orenstein, Charlie Stefl, Mary Green [Biem Writer of the Year 2001]. This resulted in her receiving a Publishing contract in Nashville Tennessee. Consequently, in 2002 Johnson's album entitled "Good Girl" came to be with the help of producer Scott Bagget and some of Nashville’s top musicians. This album secured Johnson's artistic sound and style and once again she was extremely well received by the press in their reviews where she was described as an artist of International calibre.
In the Swedish finals of the Eurovision Song Contest 2003 she qualified at fourth place (out of 32 entries) but and her song “Crazy in Love" became a hit and received a great deal of radio play and was followed by a successful tour.
Johnson's collective "Discography" CD was released in late March 2003. It contains the 20 most popular songs since her debut in 1995. This Cd went straight into the sales charts for best selling CDs in Sweden. The single “Crazy in Love” stayed at No 1 in the Swedish Top Charts (Svensktoppen) 12 weeks consecutively and No 2 for 15 weeks. "Discography" sold Gold in Sweden and Johnson also got a Grammy for this album.
The new album "Roots and Wings" was released in November 2003, recorded and produced by Amir Aly in Sweden and by Scott Baggett in Nashville, USA. "Roots and Wings" sold gold in less than two weeks and platinum a few months later. The album "Being who you are" was released in Sweden in late March 2005 and sold gold in only a few weeks. Johnson was the host of the 2005 Swedish finals of the Eurovison Song Contest in Stockholm
Baby Blue Paper
Jill Johnson Lyrics
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On baby blue paper
Write it in gray white board pen
Pick up the telephone
Do it sooner than later
Anytime that you'll need a friend
Well talk through your fears
I promise I'll be here
And make sure you know...
You're not alone in this world
You're just a little girl
Nobody said you have to be so brave
Those tears you have to cry
And times that you ask why
You love someone and then they go away
You're just a little girl
Tell me 'bout your mother
Tell me how you lost her
And how you never got to say goodbye
All the things you can remember
The things you did together
The love you felt when you looked in her eyes
Deeper in your heart
When life gets hard to bare
Keep her in your dreams
And know she's always there
You're not alone in this world
You're just a little girl
Nobody said you have to be so brave
Those tears you have to cry
And times that you ask why
You love someone and then they go away
Oh, you're just a little girl
But not alone in this world
Ohhhh
Ohhhh
Write me a letter
On baby blue paper
The song "Baby Blue Paper" by Jill Johnson is a comforting and emotional ballad that speaks to anyone who has experienced loss and loneliness. The opening line "Write me a letter on baby blue paper" sets the tone of the song, inviting the listener to share their deepest feelings and fears. The comforting voice of the singer assures the listener that she is always there for them, whether it be through a phone call or letter.
Throughout the song, the singer encourages the listener to share their memories of a loved one who has passed away, in this case, a mother. She reassures the listener that their loved one is always with them, even if they cannot physically be there. The chorus, "You're not alone in this world, you're just a little girl" reminds the listener that although they may feel alone and scared, they are not the only ones who have experienced loss and they do not have to be brave all the time.
The overall message of the song is that it is okay to feel sad and vulnerable, and it is important to seek comfort and support from those who care. The soothing melody and heartfelt lyrics make "Baby Blue Paper" a touching ode to anyone who has lost a loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
Write me a letter
Please reach out to me if you need someone to talk to
On baby blue paper
Use a soothing color to write your letter that represents hope and calmness
Write it in gray white board pen
Use a color that will show the words you write, in order to avoid straining yourself and having to do it again
Pick up the telephone
Reach out sooner than later, pick up the phone and call anytime you need a friend
Do it sooner than later
Don't wait to reach out to me, I am here to help you whenever you need it
Anytime that you'll need a friend
I am always here to listen and be a friend to you, no matter the time or circumstance
Well talk through your fears
I will listen to you and help you work through any fears or concerns you have
I'll chase away the ghost
I will help you overcome any haunting memories or experiences that consume your thoughts
I promise I'll be here
I am committed to being present and supportive for you
And make sure you know...
I want to ensure that you understand and believe in my support and care for you
You're not alone in this world
You are not the only one fighting through this hardship
You're just a little girl
You are human, you are allowed to cry and be emotional, no matter your age or gender
Nobody said you have to be so brave
Don't feel the need to be tough all the time, it's okay to ask for help and support
Those tears you have to cry
It's okay to cry, it's a natural part of the healing and grieving process
And times that you ask why
There will be moments where everything seems overwhelming and confusing, but that's okay
You love someone and then they go away
It hurts to lose someone you love, but it's okay to grieve and find ways to cope
Tell me 'bout your mother
Share your memories with me, talk about your loved ones and the experiences you shared together
Tell me how you lost her
Share your story with me and know that you have someone who is here to listen and understand
And how you never got to say goodbye
It's okay to feel sad and distressed about not being able to say goodbye properly
All the things you can remember
Remember the happy moments and reflect on the positive memories you have
The things you did together
Remember the shared experiences you had with your loved one, and cherish them forever
The love you felt when you looked in her eyes
Remember the love you felt for your loved one and know that it still exists within you
Deeper in your heart
Reflect on your inner-self, and try to find peace in your deepest emotions
When life gets hard to bear
In those tough moments, seek your inner strength and find ways to cope and thrive
Keep her in your dreams
Remember the love and wisdom your loved one shared with you, and carry it with you into your future
And know she's always there
Your loved one has left this world, but still lives on in your memories and love
Oh, you're just a little girl
No matter how old you are, you'll always be someone's child, and it's okay to need comforting
But not alone in this world
You are never alone in your struggles, you have people who care about you and want to help
Ohhhh
Expressing empathy and understanding towards the listener, offering comfort and support
Ohhhh
Repeating a sense of comfort and support for the listener
Contributed by Sarah K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Linnea
@yoeman45 Jill received a letter from the twelve year old girl Lisa, written with colored pencils on baby blue paper. It turned out that her mother had recently passed away from cancer. She told of the sorrow in a letter to the idol Jill, who were affected greatly - so that the story inspired the title track on the new album "Baby Blue Paper
Zaec Puia
Respect
Terje Anton Gudmundsson
Fantastic :)
Zaec Puia
Great 👍
Sara Evelina Lofqvist
She was 9 I now this beautiful woman she is now ❤