Her debut album, The Soul Sessions, consists of classic soul tracks by Betty Wright, Aretha Franklin, Laura Lee and Bettye Swann and was released in late 2003. It reached the top 5 in the UK albums chart, and also made the top forty of the U.S. Billboard 200 album chart.
Joss Stone was nominated for "British Breakthrough Act", and won "British Female Solo Artist" and "British Urban Act", entering the Guinness World Records for being the youngest BRIT Award solo winner at age seventeen.
After achieving critical acclaim for The Soul Sessions, Stone recorded an album full of original songs in 2004 titled Mind, Body & Soul.
It proved to be an even bigger success than her first album, as it debuted at #1 in the UK (breaking the record for the youngest female ever to top the albums charts there, a record previously held by Avril Lavigne).
Stone began working on her third studio album, Introducing Joss Stone, at Compass Point Studios in Nassau, Bahamas, in May 2006.
It was released on 12 March 2007 in the UK on Virgin Records, involving production by Raphael Saadiq and collaborations with Lauryn Hill, Common and Joi.
Stone describes it as "truly me. That's why I'm calling it Introducing Joss Stone. These are my words, and this is who I am as an artist".
The album debuted and peaked at number twelve on the UK Albums Chart. It also debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 selling 118,000 copies in its first week, becoming the highest debut for a British solo female artist on the U.S. chart, surpassing the record previously held by Amy Winehouse with Back to Black. It has sold 60,000 copies in the UK since its release.
Joss Stone was nominated for the MOBO Award for "Best UK Female" in September 2007, but lost out to Amy Winehouse.
Tell Me 'Bout It, the album's lead single, debuted and peaked at number twenty-eight on the UK Singles Chart—where it stayed for three weeks only, and peaked at number eighty-three on the U.S Billboard Hot 100.
The second single, Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now, a collaboration with rapper Common, made the top sixty-five of the U.S. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs.
Joss Stone turned its music video to a Product Red — this means that the video is available online over iTunes Store and that the gains from these sales revert to Product Red, an organisation which helps women and children in Africa affected by HIV and/or AIDS.
Joss Stone is the first artist to do this, entering the Guinness World Records once again.
On 4 October 2007, Stone's official website confirmed Baby Baby Baby as the album's third single.
Stone's fifth album, LP1 was released on 26 July 2011. The Somehow Songfacts says that the long player was the first release through Stone's own Stone'd Records and was recorded in just a week at Blackbird Studios in Nashville. Stone fought a legal battle with her record company EMI to release her from her contract and The LP1 album title signifies the fresh start the singer felt she was making.
Trivia:
Worryingly for fans of Stone, she recently confessed that singing is not a career she plans to stick to: she told a journalist recently that she would like to give it up in a few years to become a normal housewife with a husband and children.
Singles:
* 2004 - Fell In Love With A Boy
* 2004 - Super Duper Love
* 2004 - You Had Me
* 2004 - Right To Be Wrong
* 2005 - Spoiled
* 2005 - The Right Time (Cover of Extra for the GAP-Ad)
* 2005 - Don't Cha Wanna Ride?
* 2007 - Tell Me 'Bout It
* 2007 - Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now
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Joss Stone Lyrics
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On a cold winter's night
In a land far away
Three kings saw a light
And from heaven it shone
Like God's
God's own crown
Into Bethlehem town
Oh they came bearing gifts
And so said each one
Let's call this day Christmas
From this moment on
We'll be calling it Christmas
In, in honour of him
The child in the manger
Our saviour and king
We've been calling it Christmas
Keeping the faith
Knowing the reason
We're, we're saving the day
(We've been calling it) we've been calling it Christmas
Down through the years (down through the years, baby)
Spreading joy to the world
When Christmas is here (is here)
Oh a simple belief
Was the start of it all
A small child asleep (child asleep)
On a bed made of straw
At the back of an inn
Where, where shepherds and kings
First felt the joy that
This moment would bring
(We've been calling it) we've been calling it Christmas
Keeping the faith
Knowing the reason
We're, we're saving the day
(We've been calling it) we've been calling it Christmas
Down through the years (down through the years, baby)
Spreading joy to the world
When Christmas (when Christmas) is here (is here)
We've been calling it Christmas (oh baby)
Down through the years (down through, down through)
Spreading joy to the world
When Christmas is here
Spreading joy to the world
When Christmas is here (Christmas is here)
Spreading joy to the world
When Christmas, ooh
Is here (is here)
Joss Stone's "It's Christmas (Let's Just Be Glad)" is a song that captures the essence of the holiday season, retelling the story of the birth of Jesus through the eyes of the three wise men. The opening lines of the song set the scene, describing the journey of the three kings who witness a divine light emanating from the heavens, guiding them on their way to Bethlehem. The song paints a picture of the wise men's pilgrimage, experiencing the joy and warmth of the Christmas story. Joss Stone's soulful and vibrant voice adds an extra layer of depth and emotion to the lyrics, making it clear that Christmas is more than just a day on the calendar – it's a time to come together and honor the birth of Christ.
The song's theme of spreading joy and goodwill during the holidays is evident in the chorus, which declares, "We've been calling it Christmas, keeping the faith, knowing the reason we're saving the day." This is a simple reminder that the holiday season is not about buying presents or indulging in material excesses, but rather about embracing the spirit of selflessness and generosity towards others. Ultimately, "It's Christmas (Let's Just Be Glad)" is a reminder to cherish the memories and moments of togetherness during this special time of year.
Line by Line Meaning
On a hill long ago
Referring to the time of Jesus' birth and setting the scene for the story being told.
On a cold winter's night
Describing the chilly weather when the event took place.
In a land far away
Indicating that this happened in a distant place.
Three kings saw a light
Recounting that wise men saw a bright light, which led them to their destiny.
And from heaven it shone
Expressing how the light was divine and appeared from the sky.
Like God's
Comparing the light to something as divine as God himself.
God's own crown
Presenting the light like a crown, a symbol of royalty and power.
And it guided three kings
Repeating the fact that the light led the wise men toward their destiny.
Into Bethlehem town
Describing the specific location toward which the light guided the three kings.
Oh they came bearing gifts
Telling that the wise men arrived with presents to offer at the birthplace of Jesus.
And so said each one
Stating that each of the three wise men expressed the same sentiment.
Let's call this day Christmas
Deciding to name that day Christmas, in remembrance of that event.
From this moment on
Starting from now, after making that decision to name the day Christmas.
We'll be calling it Christmas
Continuing, from henceforth, to designate that day Christmas.
In, in honour of him
Describing that the day was being named in reverence to Jesus.
The child in the manger
Identifying Jesus as the baby lying in the manger, where the wise men brought their gifts.
Our saviour and king
Recognizing Jesus as the rescuer of humanity and the ruler of all.
We've been calling it Christmas
Repeating the assertion that the wise men decided to name the day Christmas.
Keeping the faith
Sustaining one's belief in Jesus and the Christian faith.
Knowing the reason
Understanding the purpose of Christmas, which is to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
We're, we're saving the day
Implying that celebrating Christmas is a way to contribute to the betterment of society.
(We've been calling it) we've been calling it Christmas
Repeating, once more, that the wise men chose to designate the day Christmas.
Down through the years (down through the years, baby)
Highlighting that this tradition has been continued for centuries.
Spreading joy to the world
Expressing the idea that celebrating Christmas brings happiness and well-being to everyone.
When Christmas is here (is here)
Emphasizing that joy is present during the Christmas season.
Oh a simple belief
Referring to the uncomplicated but firm faith that led to the tradition of Christmas.
Was the start of it all
Arguing that the beginning of the Christmas tradition was based on a simple and fundamental belief in Jesus.
A small child asleep (child asleep)
Describing the figure of baby Jesus resting in the manger.
On a bed made of straw
Emphasizing the humble and rustic conditions of the place where Jesus was born.
At the back of an inn
Locating the spot where Jesus was born.
Where, where shepherds and kings
Describing the mixed audience that gathered at the birthplace of Jesus.
First felt the joy that
Emphasizing the sentiment of joy that overcame those present at the birth of Jesus.
This moment would bring
Contemplating that the moment of Jesus' birth was going to bring happiness and hope to many.
Spreading joy to the world
Repeating the idea that celebrating Christmas brings forth positive feelings all around.
(Oh baby)
A sentimental interjection, expressing fondness and care.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELTON JOHN, BERNIE TAUPIN
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@AftaabGulam
She's the most underrated female artist in the history of music. Absolutely love her!
@jimmytatum9255
Aretha Franklin
@cody7657
Totally agree!!!
@analorenzocastro1380
Absolutely agree with you all. Joss is a master. Her talent is immeasurable
@firsttorecess1074
@@jimmytatum9255Aretha’s underrated? She’s the queen! Can’t go any higher.
@Numaga21
Es como disfrutar de una playa secreta
@esmeandgeorgia
How can anyone not love Joss Stone. Lovely, humble lady and beautiful voice.
@wilsonwalker1181
Hello Carl B. How are you doing?
@boris41
she is like angel...beautiful soul
@Kevin.Hearty
Will never understand how Joss didn't become a worldwide star with that incredible voice, and she ain't half bad looking either.