With the upcoming release of her third studio album, Sweet Talker, on October 14, Jessie J has included a free download of “Personal” with the pre-order.
This will be the third single from the new album, but it’s the first one that isn’t a collaboration. “Bang Bang,” featuring Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, reached #1 on iTunes upon its release, while “Burnin’ Up” included 2 Chainz. The British artist isn’t only making strides in her home country, but also dominates the charts in the U.S. as well. Her debut album, Who You Are, sold over four million copies and was certified multi-platinum in over 15 countries. With the momentum she has gained over the past few years, her latest endeavor is sure to be a success.
With “Personal,” Jessie J opts for a more subdued sound, which, nevertheless, is just as powerful with her contagious voice. With less reliance on drum beats and instrumentation, her voice echoes over the monotonous rhythm. The listener is forced to admire the range of her unique vocals. She demands the listener to hear what she’s saying clearly. Jessie J sings, “when you fall in love/You can’t help it when you act like a fool/When you look above/You see the reasons why we do what we do.” Upon listening to the track, it is apparent the song is very meaningful and, well… personal.
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Jessie J Tour Dates:
October 9 New York, NY – Gramercy Theatre
October 14 Los Angeles, CA – El Rey Theatre
