Toronto native Rochelle Jordan has been making a name for herself, especially with the release of ‘R O J O,’ a project with in-house producer Klash. On the project, Rochelle showcased her raw and unique talent on the 15-track set, which was reminiscent of the 90s sound. Drawing elements from the likes Aaliyah, Kelis, Samantha James, and even Paramore; it was largely Ameriie and her debut album ‘All I Have’ that impacted Rochelle’s sound the most.
First Song Fell in Love… First song I ever fell in love with… I really liked Kelis’ “Caught Out There” when I was young, but the songs that I fell in love with, and the album that I fell in love with, where I literally couldn’t put it down, was definitely Amerie’s ‘All I Have’ album. Pretty much all those songs on that album, I dedicated my life to for a really long time. [Laughs] I’m talking like four years, I was dedicated to listening to her harmonies and melodies and everything that she was doing with Rich Harrison. That’s kind of what I fell in love with.
Defining Audio Style… If you notice within my lyrics and within certain songs, I always mention “the vibe, can you feel it?” and I guess it’s a certain aura that Klash and I possess with our music. We’re obviously definitely R&B, but… It’s hard for me to explain, but it’s a really vibe-y sound where it gives you the feeling that I got back in the day when I used to listen to music when I was 11-12, and that 90s era when music was just powerful and almost like touching your soul. I always wanted to give that back to people, and I always said it was the vibe of the sound. That’s how I kind of describe my music. A certain vibe.
Music Inspiration… I go from anywhere from Samantha James, who is an underground, lounge-y/pop-ish singer who is absolutely crazy and not a lot of people know about her… I take elements from that and also from Aaliyah, Amerie, and even Paramore. I take different elements and kind of mash them together. That kind of helps me develop my sound, but I can say for sure that Amerie was a huge influence in my sound. Kelis was also, and Aaliyah for sure.
Staying True to Toronto… Toronto is an amazing city, but I don’t know. They always say that Toronto has a certain sound, and we’re very emotional… emo. [Laughs] And especially with the last song that I dropped, “Shot,” people were like “Oh yeah, there’s that emo, Toronto sound.” [Laughs] It is what it is. I’ve had amazing support down here and whatnot. Everything influences my sound really. I can’t just sit here and say Toronto influenced my sound. It’s just a mash of a whole bunch of things. I can definitely say being from Toronto, now that Drake kind of broke out in the states, it definitely helped my sound reach further than it would have if he didn’t.
Reaching For Success… The success for me was just the fact people merely just took to my sound. Just being able to get my emotions out and have people understand it and relate to it… That is success in my eyes. I mean, the rest will come later. I obviously want to be a really heavy recording artist and person within the industry… And I’m just praying that comes. But right now, I really feel like the success was just breaking through these different parts of the world and have people listening to my music. That’s where the success lies.
Fighting Sickle Cell… Yeah I do have that. And so does T-Boz. I remember once I asked her on Facebook. I found her Facebook and I was like “Oh my God, T-Boz. I heard that you have sickle cell anemia. How do you deal with that being in the industry?” She actually hit me back up. She was like, “Oh my God. That’s so dope. Okay, well when you’re in the industry, you got to make sure you’re taking care of your health and all that kind of stuff. Balancing your sleep and your food and whatnot.” It’s really dope. That’s one thing that not a lot of people know about me. And that’s one thing I’ve fought with my entire life. I fought all the way to where I am in my life right now. It’s been good. [Laughs] It’s been okay.
Yeah. For the people that don’t really know what sickle cell is, it’s an anemia, like a blood disorder. It’s basically when your immune system starts shutting down, your heart creates cells that are kind of misshaped and then They can sometimes get stuck in your veins. Then it causes you to have like weird pains all over your body and stuff like that. I always think that it could have been worse. There’s a lot of people out in the industry with it that I’m finding out about, which is really, really cool. It’s nothing that you can’t fight.
Proper Introduction… Yes and no, because ‘Alien Phase,’ as dope and amazing as it is up to this day… ‘Alien Phase’ is really just me trying to find my sound, and find out exactly what I wanted to do. After ‘Alien Phase,’ we started creating different songs and the growth just started happening. That’s when I realized that ‘ROJO’ is how I want to be perceived. Hearing ‘ROJO’ is exactly who I am. So I don’t mind even re-releasing a couple songs off of the ‘Alien Phase’ project in the next couple months or something, so that people have an idea of what I was. To start off, I definitely just wanted people to understand me ’cause that’s one of the most important things about this industry. You want to be understood. You don’t want people to be so confused, like “I don’t understand what she’s trying to do.” Or just to not understand you as an artist. So I just wanted to make sure that was patented out and ready to go.
—— By: Interview By Connie Tang
Canadian singer/songwriter Rochelle Jordan has been captivating audiences with her soulful music for years. Her latest single, “Caught Out There,” is a powerful anthem of heartbreak and resilience. With its hauntingly beautiful melodies combined with Jordan’s emotive vocals, this song will move you to your core.
Jordan’s lyrics are raw and honest as she croons about the pain of being wronged by someone you love. It’s a universal feeling that many listeners can relate to, making this track an instant classic in break-up songs. The emotion behind each word is palpable; it’s almost as if Jordan is pouring out her own story into every line.
The accompanying music video brings the message home even more poignantly, showing Jordan moving through different stages of grief while learning how to stand on her own two feet again. This is not only relatable but also inspiring – no matter what life throws at us, we have the power to heal ourselves from within.
Biography Of Rochelle Jordan
Rochelle Jordan is a Canadian singer, songwriter and producer whose work has seen her become an influential name in contemporary R&B. Born in Toronto in 1990, she began to make music at the age of 11 when she recorded for free with friends on their home computers. In 2012, Rochelle released her debut album Pression which showcased her unique sound blending elements from soul, hip-hop and pop. It was met with critical acclaim and put Rochelle firmly on the map as one of the most exciting new artists out there.
In 2018, after months of teasing fans with snippets of her upcoming project Caught Out There, it finally dropped to great success. The EP features production from acclaimed producers such as FrancisGotHeat, KLSH and KingCoupey among others. With this release Rochelle further established herself as one of Canada’s best talents by crafting songs that explore themes like heartache and self-confidence while still delivering some groovy bops. Her signature sultry vocals also takes center stage throughout the entire project allowing listeners to get lost in its beauty.
Since then Rochelle has gone onto collaborate with many other notable acts including KAYTRANADA who featured her on his 2019 single “Needed U”. She continues to create captivating music which serves as a reminder why she’s one of the top up-and-coming names in R&B today.
Musical Career Highlights
Rochelle Jordan has been making waves in the music industry since her debut album Pression dropped back in 2012. She has built a strong and dedicated fanbase over the years who have watched her grow as an artist. As she continues to hone her craft, here are some highlights from Rochelle’s musical career so far:
In 2013, Rochelle released her second project 1021 which saw her experiment with new sounds while still maintaining that signature R&B sound that made fans fall in love with her. This was followed by 2015’s follow up EP Play With The Changes, which featured production from FrancisGotHeat and Leonce among others and further showcased just how much of a talent Rochelle is.
Caught Out There (2018) marked a huge milestone for the singer-songwriter as it served as an opportunity to show off all aspects of her artistry; from writing and producing to singing and performing. Her hard work paid off when it became one of the most celebrated projects of 2018 being highly praised by both critics and fans alike. Through this release, Rochelle cemented herself as one of Canada’s top talents – something that we can expect to see more of in the near future.
Conclusion
I. Summary of Rochelle Jordan’s Career
Rochelle Jordan has had an incredible musical career, having released three full-length albums and numerous singles that have captivated audiences around the world. She has also collaborated with some of the biggest names in music while exploring a wide range of genres from R&B to hip-hop. Her unique sound and powerful lyrics are what make her stand out as one of today’s most talented artists.
II. Impact on Music Scene
The impact Rochelle Jordan has made on the music scene is undeniable; she continues to influence both established and emerging artists alike. Not only does she demonstrate immense talent but she also shows us that it is possible to break down barriers and achieve success no matter where you come from or what path you take in life.
III. Final Thoughts
When I think about Rochelle Jordan, I am reminded that anything is possible if we believe in ourselves and put our best foot forward every single day. She reminds me that hard work pays off and creativity can be used for good things even when life throws curveballs at us. With her continued success, there’s no doubt that Rochelle Jordan will continue to catch everyone “out there”!
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