It has been over six years since fans have heard from the young vocal powerhouse, JoJo. After the release of her sophomore album ‘The High Road’ in 2006, the “Leave (Get Out)” singer faced record label problems, which prevented her third album from dropping. Despite all the work and time spent onn the project, legality issues prevented her from releasing music to her fans.
“It was very frustrating. For a while I felt like, why am I continuing to go into the studio constantly if it’s never going to be released? It was a very frustrating, stagnant place,” JoJo reveals to The Insider. “I got discouraged at some points, but I just kept believing in what we kept trying to make happen and what I’ve been working my whole life towards. I was able to release music less through less nontraditional means, but I had to find a way to stay creative and express myself in spite of the legalities.”
Now, in 2011, JoJo has reemerged into the spotlight with her new single “Disaster” off of her third studio album, ‘Jumping Trains’ due out in early 2012. On this project, JoJo strays away from the “traditional pop record” much like her first two projects, and instead, created something she actually personally related to.
JoJo explains, “I put out my first album when I was 12. ‘Leave, Get Out’ came out when I was 13 and I didn’t have my first kiss until I was almost 15, so I just had no idea what I was talking about! [laughs] On this album, everything is from personal experience, from real conversations that I’ve had and from things I’ve soaked up. I wanted to be painfully honestâ¦. What I’m talking about is coming from my absolute truth and everything I’ve been through.”
And she does mean exactly everything she’s been through. From the age of 13 to the age of 20, the album reflects on all the experiences that JoJo went through as a high school teenager, including dating and love. JoJo takes all these experiences and shares it with her fans, despite at the expense of some of her exes.
“I kind of snapped on this album,” JoJo says. “I think that everyone has their outlet — some people release their emotions by writing in a journal or getting in the boxing ring. I like to write and perform and emote in that way. I’m really lucky to have that kind of release. And if people want to get mad at me for being painfully honest, then don’t date a songwriter.”
JoJo has been in the music industry for quite some time, and she’s recently opened up about her struggles with album delays that almost made her quit. We can all relate to feeling frustrated at times, but it was especially hard on JoJo who felt like she had no control over the situation. In this article we’ll discuss how JoJo dealt with the difficult experience and what ultimately kept her going.
The singer-songwriter released her first studio album back in 2004 when she was only 13 years old. Since then she’s gone through a lot of ups and downs trying to establish herself as an artist in an increasingly competitive business. Recently JoJo revealed that after finishing work on her third album “Mad Love” back in 2016, there were significant delays before its release which caused frustration for the artist. She even thought about giving up recording altogether!
In a candid interview, JoJo spoke about how these moments of delay tested her patience and resilience and brought into question whether or not continuing down this career path was really worth it. What did keep her motivated? How did she stay determined despite facing tough odds? We’ll explore those topics more deeply throughout this article.
Jojo’s Creative Struggle
Jojo has been a mainstay in the music industry for years and her fans have waited patiently for new material. However, after much anticipation, Jojo’s latest album was delayed due to issues with her label. The delay was “very frustrating” according to Jojo, who at one point considered not recording any more music altogether.
The creative process of making an album can be a very personal journey – something which takes time and patience on both sides. For Jojo, it meant having to go back and rework songs that she had already finished into what would become her next release. She also felt pressure from her record label as they wanted her to produce certain kinds of songs rather than those she preferred creating herself. This caused difficulty in finding balance between artistic expression and commercial success within the confines of the industry.
Ultimately, this struggle pushed her creativity even further as she experimented with different sounds to create a unique style for herself. Despite all of these obstacles, Jojo managed to come out with a well-received project; proving that dedication (and some tenacity) will always pay off in the end!
Reflection On Music Career
Reflecting on her journey in the music industry, Jojo can’t help but feel a sense of pride. She’s managed to stay true to herself while also finding success within her chosen field – something that comes with its own set of challenges. Despite the struggles she encountered along the way, Jojo has forged ahead and created a career for herself as an independent artist who is unafraid to take risks musically.
This experience has taught her many lessons about staying creative, following one’s passion and trusting their instincts. It’s made Jojo realize how important it is to have control over your artistry and not let anyone else dictate what you create or how you express yourself. Above all else, this experience has inspired her to keep challenging herself creatively and never be afraid to explore new sounds or topics through her music.
For now, Jojo is focusing on continuing to make the best music possible and pushing boundaries both personally and professionally. She knows there will always be bumps on the road but at least now she’s equipped with the knowledge necessary to overcome them – no matter what life throws at her!
Conclusion
I have to admit, JoJo’s story of creative struggle and reflection on her music career was inspiring. It showed the resilience of an artist who has been in the industry for so long. Through this experience, she has come out stronger than ever before.
The delay of her album was very frustrating but it pushed her to keep going and find a new way to express herself through her art. She thought about not recording any more music after all those years, but instead chose to remain passionate and focused on what she loves doing most – creating music that speaks from the heart.
Overall, I think JoJo is an inspiration to anyone pursuing their dreams with passion and dedication. No matter how many obstacles you face along the way, never give up because your hard work will pay off eventually. With faith and perseverance anything can be achieved!
