The acclaimed English singer and songwriter, known for her captivating mix of R&B, soul, jazz and hip-hop, enchanted the audience at MEO Kalorama to hear her.
After a brief introduction, Jorja opened the show with “Try Me”, “Blue Lights” and “Addicted”, winning over her many fans from the first chord, with a fantastic voice that fills the heart and soul.
She continued with “Feelings”, “Where Did I Go?”, “Falling or Flying”, “The One”, “Come Over”, “With You”, “The Way I Love You” and “Teenage Fantasy”, captivating the audience with her interpretations and friendliness from start to finish.
At the end of the concert, time is always limited at a festival, we would have stayed to listen to her a little longer, with “Be Honest”, “On My Mind”, “Little Things” and “Falling or Flying”.
Born in Walsall, West Midlands, she emerged as a prominent voice in contemporary music in the mid-2010s, earning comparisons to artists such as Amy Winehouse and Lauryn Hill.
Her distinctive, expressive voice effortlessly conveys emotion, often with a raw and authentic delivery. Her lyrics are deeply personal, exploring themes of love, relationships, social issues and self-discovery with honesty and a poetic touch.
Her sound seamlessly incorporates elements of a variety of genres, including Contemporary R&B, with its soft melodies and modern beats, but also Neo-Soul, drawing on the rich traditions of soul music. She also adds Trip-Hop and Electronic, British Garage and Grime, and Jazz with atmospheric textures and, at times, darker and more experimental elements.
Jorja also uses her songs to address social and political issues, especially on early tracks such as “Blue Lights”. Her ability to fuse classic vocal artistry with modern urban beats has made her one of the most exciting voices in British R&B.
Jorja Smith has released several impactful EPs and studio albums:
Studio Albums:
- Lost & Found (2018) is her critically acclaimed debut album, which earned her a Mercury Prize nomination and a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. It features hits such as “Blue Lights” and “The One”.
- Falling or Flying (2023), her second studio album, showcases a wider range of sounds, from contemporary R&B to garage and alternative pop.
- Falling or Flying (Reimagined) (2024)
EPs:
- Project 11 (2016)
- Be Right Back (2021)
Notable singles and collaborations:
“Blue Lights” (2016)
“On My Mind” (with Preditah, 2017)
“Let Me Down” (with Stormzy, 2018)
“Be Honest” (with Burna Boy, 2019)
She has also collaborated with artists such as Drake, Kendrick Lamar (on the Black Panther soundtrack), Kali Uchis, and more.
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