I hear a lot of music that I haven't heard before, that I either like or dislike...but rarely does it stop me in my tracks. Voice, lyrics, everything...I haven't even gotten past the first song yet but I'm an instant fan.
When I achieved Christ Consciousness 2-3 years back, after working toward it (unknowingly) my entire life up to that point, I spoke with God. They asked me what I'd like to do with the love I created...I said I'd like to co-create. They asked what else I'd like to do, I contemplated my personal joy and love for life, then considered my mother's...she was still suffering. I didn't want to be, and still don't want to be. I wanted to save the most unconditional Love I had known besides God's (hmm), and that was the love my mama gave...expecting nothing in return, simply hoping to see you happy and not be a bother to you...the quietest (if audible) voice of them all. People in her life told her she couldn't sing, and she didn't think so either. Truth is we all can sing, we just prefer the voices of those we relate most to. Her journey was lonely and few could relate to her vulnerable expressions. But she said more in her expressions without words than anyone (I've met) could write in a novel. Her expressions yelled out her need for genuine friendship and love. She didn't question God's Love, or questioned if God was love...she knew They were/are. What she questioned was her own lovability. As many of us do. At that time I saw her as someone who struggled with homelessness and a cocaine/crack addiction. And I had gathered how much the world (humanity, NOT nature) is/was willing to love crackheads and homeless individuals. She also struggled with Borderline Personality Disorder, though I like to consider her mental illness, along with many others, are much like portals to other realities. Each of us is perfect, and perfectly equipped for our individual, collective, and harmonious missions. The real problem for many of us is comparison. "Comparison is the thief of joy" as Roosevelt said so eloquently. Back to my mum, she was still suffering, and I discussed with God a way to share the infinite love I felt in my heart was from Them. Made known to me through my Mother, the most authentic and FAITH-full and beautiful and innocent and nonjudgmental (accepting, encouraging) and badass and courageous and strong and FREE hue-man I had the precious and divine gift of personally knowing. My Mother's name is KAREN. If she was here, I'd read this to her and we'd giggle at that part. She had a dream of redeeming the name. Miraculously, God answered my prayers (even in advance, I can see now) and I got to witness my Mother HEAL and be RESPECTED and genuinely LOVED by the community around her. It was the first time I recognized her undeniably blazing, understanding, pure, joyful, and RENEWED spirit. It was if she was inhabited by the OG Holy Spirit Itself. She would tell anyone reading or listening that this came to her through her relationship with God, her respect for her own Mother Nature, her belief in Her children, and her willingness to endure, a few silly distractions (when helpful), our good pal Andrew, a cute a$$ catdog named Sage, and developing the superpower of loving herself. I can think of more (can you tell?) Anyway...the point is this: If our Mother is Nature, and our Father is God, and our brother is Jesus, and our sister is Karen, could we be LOVED? Worthy of our own love? Be granted renewed hope in humanity? Quit being stubborn. Let yourself dream again. Because if you have the faith the size of a mustard seed, and you are homies with my dog J.C. (personal relationship with the Christ in each of us, I would say), then ANYTHING can happen...so long as it aligns with Love. 4 God is Love and so are We. -L
Every Song Is Absolute Gold, I didn't expect to listen to the whole album it's very rare that someone is able to captivate my attention in such a way. It started playing randomly while studying and then it hit me. I instantly fell in love and with every song the rhythm and the lyrics just whisked me away. Well done you have a new fan and I predict there are many more to come.
UA-cam brought me here against my will... And I aint mad!! 😁 I was trying to listen to Brother Ali and I couldnt stop the autoplay in time and pick the next song. I was slightly annoyed when a random song came on but very quickly was happy with where I ended up 😊 I'm well over half way through the video now and I've subscribed and added this to a few of my playlists. ❤️🔥🙏🏼
Wow the sentence about her dad: 'When he cursed the television and that rainbow parade' followed by: 'if you poison the apple, why plant the tree' broke me down in tears. I will continue to fight for the rights of our community. This still happens too much and is not getting better by all this anti-genderneutral people poisining the internet with their ideas :( Hearing this song breaks my heart again.
the health of the body begins with a thought, perception, and safety... many of these can be achieved positively without any particular type of food, person, animal, place, or thing..."the kingdom of Heaven is within you"
I came here from the sims 4 collab announcement. This is is honestly really beautiful and empowering. I feel like this is what you listen to when you're staring out of the window late at night thinking about life
I came here from the tweet about that country musician who shall remain nameless. I love your music! Your lyrics and voice shine and I'm so glad you sent that tweet. I may not have found your music without it.
When I want to feel great, safe, sweet, aunthethic, heard, seen, and content. I listen to your music. Thank you for your gift and light. It so perfect.
Hang on tight. YOU ARE THE GOLD TO BE FOUND AND LOVED!!! Your music certainly deserve more recognition! It’s shocking to see such a high quality voice line, such heartfelt lyrics and such soothing melodies not yet making storms across UA-cam.
You found a gem. Thanks to Tennessee Whiskey, it led me to the Chris S duet. I immediately searched for her and she became an instant part of my musical rotation
This is a perfect work of art. I shared "Sunday" with my mom and she said it was beautiful and that she would support me. Thank you, Joy, for making art that inspires people to see, and love, and support their queer family.
You have a wonderful spirit about you in your music. I heard you on Stephen Colbert May, 2022. Simply pleasant and amazing voice, and lyrics are surreal. I pray the best for you and your band. Purple Haze is my theme song. Love you, Baby Boomer Fan!!
I have learned to embrace the change that o mighty Elohim has blessed me to finally submit to His Truth. And your Lyrics uplifts my spirit and helps me to experience the sense of freedom
Joy, I just found you on TIDAL. I listened to all three LPs from start to finish. I am simply beside myself. You make beautiful music that breaks my heart but also makes me feel less alone. Simply astounded! Thank you for your art and God bless you.
I heard your song Breathe Again on an episode of This Is Us and it made me cry . I really related to every word and it's been on repeat since . I have sung and danced to it and released a lot that I need and felt deeply heard. THANK YOU. Your music is beautiful. I love it.
I had the good fortune to be exposed to you at Gateway City Arts in Holyoke MA, May 5, 2022. So timely. I've been struggling and in dark places with no joy in my life, no longer able to take great delight in small pleasures; on the verge of giving up. Then you, Joy, came into my life. Thank you for allowing me to tap into your strength, hope, wisdom and love. Most of all, thank you for literally bringing joy back into my life ❤️
~ Joy gives our feelings poetry of pain,remembrance,and growth. She sings with like minded ballad singers,our struggle,life experiences. we are here. ~
I was supposed to be at the concert tonight. Tonight is someone else's right timing and celebration though. I'm still listening; hope tonight is great and that I get to go next time.
Found you kinda accidentally by changing channels and you were playing on Austin City Limits. I was enamored after the first few seconds of your first song. Instantly a fan.
Joy 💟, I really love your voice because your voice is so beautiful and attracting. I know your song with title "Breathe Again" at America's Got Talent. Your song is very good and you sing with your emotion and full comprehension. Success for your career, Joy. Keep inspiring and make legacy with your song. God Bless you 😃🙏 Regards from Indonesia 🇮🇩
I just seen you in CBS and I am in love with your music, amazing sound and so relatable, you have such a big fan in me and already sharing your music with all my friends, im so happy to have found this, its was needed.
Lady.....your voice has made laugh and cry already. You have moved me and i will share you and share you until that energy and emotion gets to us all. Praise to you.. this is not a message ive sent before. Even if you do not read it. The effect your voice had on me is enough. Keep it up!
You are great! I own a music school. Dont know where you live but if you ever need a teaching gig let me know - we are in oakville ontario canada ... :)
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the universe just gave me this as medicine
I’ve been starving for your music and didn’t even know it❤
she is a Gem
I hear a lot of music that I haven't heard before, that I either like or dislike...but rarely does it stop me in my tracks. Voice, lyrics, everything...I haven't even gotten past the first song yet but I'm an instant fan.
Same
Yes this does
Same for me too
Totally Agree!!
Beautiful songs and beautiful voice
You are amazing. Thank you
My favorite 💖 You touch me so deeply in my heart ❤️
When I achieved Christ Consciousness 2-3 years back, after working toward it (unknowingly) my entire life up to that point, I spoke with God. They asked me what I'd like to do with the love I created...I said I'd like to co-create. They asked what else I'd like to do, I contemplated my personal joy and love for life, then considered my mother's...she was still suffering. I didn't want to be, and still don't want to be. I wanted to save the most unconditional Love I had known besides God's (hmm), and that was the love my mama gave...expecting nothing in return, simply hoping to see you happy and not be a bother to you...the quietest (if audible) voice of them all. People in her life told her she couldn't sing, and she didn't think so either. Truth is we all can sing, we just prefer the voices of those we relate most to. Her journey was lonely and few could relate to her vulnerable expressions. But she said more in her expressions without words than anyone (I've met) could write in a novel. Her expressions yelled out her need for genuine friendship and love. She didn't question God's Love, or questioned if God was love...she knew They were/are. What she questioned was her own lovability. As many of us do. At that time I saw her as someone who struggled with homelessness and a cocaine/crack addiction. And I had gathered how much the world (humanity, NOT nature) is/was willing to love crackheads and homeless individuals. She also struggled with Borderline Personality Disorder, though I like to consider her mental illness, along with many others, are much like portals to other realities. Each of us is perfect, and perfectly equipped for our individual, collective, and harmonious missions. The real problem for many of us is comparison. "Comparison is the thief of joy" as Roosevelt said so eloquently. Back to my mum, she was still suffering, and I discussed with God a way to share the infinite love I felt in my heart was from Them. Made known to me through my Mother, the most authentic and FAITH-full and beautiful and innocent and nonjudgmental (accepting, encouraging) and badass and courageous and strong and FREE hue-man I had the precious and divine gift of personally knowing. My Mother's name is KAREN. If she was here, I'd read this to her and we'd giggle at that part. She had a dream of redeeming the name. Miraculously, God answered my prayers (even in advance, I can see now) and I got to witness my Mother HEAL and be RESPECTED and genuinely LOVED by the community around her. It was the first time I recognized her undeniably blazing, understanding, pure, joyful, and RENEWED spirit. It was if she was inhabited by the OG Holy Spirit Itself. She would tell anyone reading or listening that this came to her through her relationship with God, her respect for her own Mother Nature, her belief in Her children, and her willingness to endure, a few silly distractions (when helpful), our good pal Andrew, a cute a$$ catdog named Sage, and developing the superpower of loving herself. I can think of more (can you tell?) Anyway...the point is this: If our Mother is Nature, and our Father is God, and our brother is Jesus, and our sister is Karen, could we be LOVED? Worthy of our own love? Be granted renewed hope in humanity? Quit being stubborn. Let yourself dream again. Because if you have the faith the size of a mustard seed, and you are homies with my dog J.C. (personal relationship with the Christ in each of us, I would say), then ANYTHING can happen...so long as it aligns with Love. 4 God is Love and so are We. -L
Real music for real humans
I Love her 💜
I am grateful for the algorithm that led me here. Joy, you are amazing. I don't see any upcoming concerts. Please come to Austin, Texas....
like a hug on a cold day.
Every Song Is Absolute Gold, I didn't expect to listen to the whole album it's very rare that someone is able to captivate my attention in such a way. It started playing randomly while studying and then it hit me. I instantly fell in love and with every song the rhythm and the lyrics just whisked me away. Well done you have a new fan and I predict there are many more to come.
Yes, yes, yes!
So happy to discover your music.
UA-cam brought me here against my will... And I aint mad!! 😁 I was trying to listen to Brother Ali and I couldnt stop the autoplay in time and pick the next song. I was slightly annoyed when a random song came on but very quickly was happy with where I ended up 😊 I'm well over half way through the video now and I've subscribed and added this to a few of my playlists. ❤️🔥🙏🏼
Wow the sentence about her dad: 'When he cursed the television and that rainbow parade' followed by: 'if you poison the apple, why plant the tree' broke me down in tears. I will continue to fight for the rights of our community. This still happens too much and is not getting better by all this anti-genderneutral people poisining the internet with their ideas :( Hearing this song breaks my heart again.
the health of the body begins with a thought, perception, and safety... many of these can be achieved positively without any particular type of food, person, animal, place, or thing..."the kingdom of Heaven is within you"
🎉
Liebe Grüße aus Regensburg/Deutschland
After 50 years it's great to still hear music that gives one chills. Just keep writing and singing, child. We'll be listening
Absolutely. Joy is a joy to listen to. Totally relatable. A true poet!
How can it be so comforting to listen to sad songs, Joy’s voice and music just wrapped me in a warm blanket and rocked me like a baby, thank you.
All children matter. All kids count.
❤🎉❤Bless you and your Career! ✌🏼You Go Joy! 🎉❤🎉
and everyone around you and their careers too😊❤🎉
and everyone that spreads this beautiful music!😉❤🎉
If I could sing and write ...she has it right on. A true kindred spirit. Prayers Joy keeps singing 🙏
I came here from the sims 4 collab announcement. This is is honestly really beautiful and empowering. I feel like this is what you listen to when you're staring out of the window late at night thinking about life
I came here from the tweet about that country musician who shall remain nameless. I love your music! Your lyrics and voice shine and I'm so glad you sent that tweet. I may not have found your music without it.
When I want to feel great, safe, sweet, aunthethic, heard, seen, and content. I listen to your music. Thank you for your gift and light. It so perfect.
Beautiful songwriting, playing, singing. Thank you for your music
Hang on tight. YOU ARE THE GOLD TO BE FOUND AND LOVED!!! Your music certainly deserve more recognition! It’s shocking to see such a high quality voice line, such heartfelt lyrics and such soothing melodies not yet making storms across UA-cam.
Couldn't agree more...
Your a virtuoso Joy. Rock on honey, your soul becomes more pure as you share with us.
Oh my God. ❤️💘💔😢 Soul touched. You speak our hearts out. 💜🙏🏾 God bless your music and you.
Thank you Joy ❤
This must be how people in the 1960s felt listening to Paul Simon's first recordings. What fantastic songs & singing.
Paul didn't have auto tune. It was talent and hard work, not a machine. It just sounds magic when a human sings and sings well. A dying art.
@@charlestruter7171 wow look at this absolute moron.
She's pretty good, let's not set listeners up to dislike her with outlandish comparisons.
so beautiful thank you
This. . . This is the balm of gilead that I desperately needed; I keep returning over and over. My deep thanks to Joy for sharing her gifts
Best find in a while! Makes me feel nostalgic
Please dont stop sharing a story through your music ❤ you are everything .
You're incredible. Love this music. All the best to you..
First heard her on NPR. Went looking after the show. I've been listening to everything she's on, ever since. Her music is soothing.
Same! Been listening ever since
@@Zambedos Talk about creating a fan base
Same. I'm jealous you're 6 months ahead of me...
THAT PART!!!❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🌈🦋 Thank you Joy 🫶🏻
You found a gem. Thanks to Tennessee Whiskey, it led me to the Chris S duet. I immediately searched for her and she became an instant part of my musical rotation
WOW!!!! Wow. How did you write what I couldn't express all these days and nights, that turned into months and years... so glad I found this.
Breathe again is so great
This is a perfect work of art. I shared "Sunday" with my mom and she said it was beautiful and that she would support me. Thank you, Joy, for making art that inspires people to see, and love, and support their queer family.
nice music...refreshingly normal...about the music
Beautiful voice, terrific lyrics, good hooks. I love it all. Fresh, spirited, new sound. This is real music, authentic, super happy to hear it.
Absolutely stunning. Voice and lyrics like rays of sunlight. Keep doing you, you're making this world a bit better by just you being you.
You have a wonderful spirit about you in your music. I heard you on Stephen Colbert May, 2022. Simply pleasant and amazing voice, and lyrics are surreal. I pray the best for you and your band. Purple Haze is my theme song. Love you, Baby Boomer Fan!!
❤❤❤ I love your voice.
Joy, I love all your songs. Your voice is so soothing, not to mention the depth of the lyrics, awesome song writing.
Listening to this on repeat for weeks now, thank you for beautiful music
For u Rilirelli. Love the message in this song.
So glad Sims 4 put me on to this amazing artist!
Beautiful love filled music.
I have learned to embrace the change that o mighty Elohim has blessed me to finally submit to His Truth. And your Lyrics uplifts my spirit and helps me to experience the sense of freedom
It’s been a minute since I have really bonded with an album like this one. Thank you.
I just said that!!!
Joy, I just found you on TIDAL. I listened to all three LPs from start to finish. I am simply beside myself. You make beautiful music that breaks my heart but also makes me feel less alone. Simply astounded! Thank you for your art and God bless you.
God Bless!
I heard your song Breathe Again on an episode of This Is Us and it made me cry . I really related to every word and it's been on repeat since . I have sung and danced to it and released a lot that I need and felt deeply heard. THANK YOU. Your music is beautiful. I love it.
Thank you for being you,,, loving it.... Blesiings
This album is so GOOD! Thank you for sharing!
i'm gonna be listening to joy oladokun drivin all through the south and feeeeeeeling feeeling it
Please just keep singing in my ear. You are heavenly with your songwriting, voice and delivery. Just freaking perfect.
This is so so good! Literally every track's a winner. Well done
My Dad just sent me this album and I’m in tears 😭
beautiful song and, puh, strong video...!
It's a great album, all kinds of nods
I had the good fortune to be exposed to you at Gateway City Arts in Holyoke MA, May 5, 2022. So timely. I've been struggling and in dark places with no joy in my life, no longer able to take great delight in small pleasures; on the verge of giving up. Then you, Joy, came into my life. Thank you for allowing me to tap into your strength, hope, wisdom and love. Most of all, thank you for literally bringing joy back into my life ❤️
Feeling the same
the future is yours, keep it in your mind ;-) i wish you all the best.
Beautiful song and voice and just amazing ❤
~ Joy gives our feelings poetry of pain,remembrance,and growth. She sings with like minded ballad singers,our struggle,life experiences. we are here. ~
♥️ I Hear you From Spain ♥️
I was supposed to be at the concert tonight. Tonight is someone else's right timing and celebration though. I'm still listening; hope tonight is great and that I get to go next time.
12:46 This song melt me like ! I don,t belong to that Society !!! I feel like something I left In all of that Years !!!!
wow, just wow. I'm so glad I stumbled upon your video. I'm a new fan.
Love the way you Sing !!! If Have Authority then I should give you Nobel prize ! you deserve that !
I love your music!!!! I feel you've given voice to so many feelings ❤️
This came along at just the right time.
Same for me ❣️
ONE WORD. AMAZING, I AINT THE BIG GUY...I TELL THE TRUTH.
Que c'est beau! J'aime tellement le timbre de votre voix
Look Up is that song! ❤
Found you kinda accidentally by changing channels and you were playing on Austin City Limits. I was enamored after the first few seconds of your first song. Instantly a fan.
Thanks for the music
Wall-to-wall classics 🔥
Joy 💟, I really love your voice because your voice is so beautiful and attracting. I know your song with title "Breathe Again" at America's Got Talent. Your song is very good and you sing with your emotion and full comprehension. Success for your career, Joy. Keep inspiring and make legacy with your song. God Bless you 😃🙏 Regards from Indonesia 🇮🇩
I LOVE that voice.
raw, real, mysterious ..
Her songs put in heart !!
Ma'am your music is GOLD🫶🏾🥹
This is all saved to my playlist
wauw i never had a song that brought me to tear's and made me feeling like home.
Your music is really beautiful, thank you for sharing!
❤🔥❤🔥❤🔥
I won't break. Give me faith to bend ❤
Sweet!
I cant cant CAAAANT wait to see her live. This album is amazing 9.9998/10 .A little sad because Blink Twice wasn't included in this album.
I came here from The Good Doctor. Absolutely love your voice and music! ❤️ #JoyOladokun #TheGoodDoctor
wow.
I really can connect with all the words. Keep singing true words and feelings.
I just seen you in CBS and I am in love with your music, amazing sound and so relatable, you have such a big fan in me and already sharing your music with all my friends, im so happy to have found this, its was needed.
I simply love this song. Thank you for real music.
Such timely healing space and song writing! I love this woman so hard❤
Lady.....your voice has made laugh and cry already. You have moved me and i will share you and share you until that energy and emotion gets to us all. Praise to you.. this is not a message ive sent before. Even if you do not read it. The effect your voice had on me is enough. Keep it up!
Very real lyrics
You are great! I own a music school. Dont know where you live but if you ever need a teaching gig let me know - we are in oakville ontario canada ... :)
I love your music. 💞 it gives me peace because i feel understood.