Back in the mid 70s I became a huge Joan Armatrading trading enthusiast. Still am. Please understand that I grew up as a southern white boy in Tennessee but I knew immediately that she was beautiful and her music was beautiful. I saw her in concert around ‘75 in a little music hall down on Overton Square in Memphis. The only thing I struggled with that night was trying to wrap my head around the sound of a beautiful black woman speaking with a South African accent. That was a huge eye opening experience for me. That was the first time I began to know in my soul how very alike we all are. Never mind skin color or what part of the world you’re from. I first heard your music playing in the background when Nightbirde got the golden buzzer on agt a few weeks ago but the only lyrics I could make out were “revival” and “Will I ever breathe again?” so I finally just looked for that. So glad I did. My eyes are still open and you have rebooted my entire system. Joy, you also are beautiful and your music is beautiful and just as Joan was my first big eye opener outside my own tiny southern white world, I believe you and your marvelous music are opening hearts and minds. It may be a long time before you see the flowers but you are planting the seeds for sure. We need you so please just keep putting it out there. Sorry about the book but I just had to tell you. I see America
She breaks my heart everytime I hear her sing. My generation did not have hope. We had the fear of our parents' anxiety as the soundtrack for our lives. I hear Joy and I know that our children and grandchildren, like us, are still struggling to create beauty in a difficult world. Joy seems to reveal her gifts and her hopes and love for herself and humanity. That is the soundtrack of survival. Respect to you and yours and the world we are trying to become. And, Joy, you are lovely!
Great comment....cept Joan was born on the island of St.Kitts and later moved to London. First I saw her live, in Santa Cruz CA 1978, I had great fortune of bumping into her the following morning while she was out jogging. I grew up in entertainment industry, but almost was star struck because Joan A. is so very talented. But I said hello and she chatted with me like we're long time friends. Her music has been core in the soundtrack of my life. And this woman? WOW! I hope this benefit is hugely successful. She is awesome. New fan here..
It is not surprising that one of her inspirations was Tracey Chapman, one of my all-time faves and an absolutely amazing talent. Please, keep making beautiful music--so many on the scene today have little to no talent, while you have it all over them!
The first time I heard you sing, I said you reminded me of Tracy Chapman! Cool to find out she was your inspiration. My daughter knew you in school and introduced me to your happy music. Look Up is such a simple yet such a powerful song. Literally brought me to tears the first time I heard it.
Why hasn't this young lady blown up as big as Olivia Rodrigo and the others? mmmmm. She has a presence and a message that is unmistakable. She's god damn talented.
You are so incredible!! Just heard you for the first time a few hours ago and immediately went to look for more of you on youtube and now all of the sudden it's 230am. Next time you're in the DC area I'll be there for sure.
you're really great, one artist to another! thumbs up #311 from your newest subscriber (thanks Colbert!) ps: just noticed you posted this on my b-day, 14 April...
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Your name is so fitting. Joy is what you are. You’re music soothes my soul. Appreciate you Queen. 🙏🏼❤️
Back in the mid 70s I became a huge Joan Armatrading trading enthusiast. Still am. Please understand that I grew up as a southern white boy in Tennessee but I knew immediately that she was beautiful and her music was beautiful. I saw her in concert around ‘75 in a little music hall down on Overton Square in Memphis. The only thing I struggled with that night was trying to wrap my head around the sound of a beautiful black woman speaking with a South African accent. That was a huge eye opening experience for me. That was the first time I began to know in my soul how very alike we all are. Never mind skin color or what part of the world you’re from. I first heard your music playing in the background when Nightbirde got the golden buzzer on agt a few weeks ago but the only lyrics I could make out were “revival” and “Will I ever breathe again?” so I finally just looked for that. So glad I did. My eyes are still open and you have rebooted my entire system. Joy, you also are beautiful and your music is beautiful and just as Joan was my first big eye opener outside my own tiny southern white world, I believe you and your marvelous music are opening hearts and minds. It may be a long time before you see the flowers but you are planting the seeds for sure. We need you so please just keep putting it out there. Sorry about the book but I just had to tell you. I see America
She breaks my heart everytime I hear her sing. My generation did not have hope. We had the fear of our parents' anxiety as the soundtrack for our lives. I hear Joy and I know that our children and grandchildren, like us, are still struggling to create beauty in a difficult world. Joy seems to reveal her gifts and her hopes and love for herself and humanity. That is the soundtrack of survival. Respect to you and yours and the world we are trying to become. And, Joy, you are lovely!
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Great comment....cept Joan was born on the island of St.Kitts and later moved to London. First I saw her live, in Santa Cruz CA 1978, I had great fortune of bumping into her the following morning while she was out jogging. I grew up in entertainment industry, but almost was star struck because Joan A. is so very talented. But I said hello and she chatted with me like we're long time friends. Her music has been core in the soundtrack of my life.
And this woman?
WOW! I hope this benefit is hugely successful. She is awesome. New fan here..
Not many people I know ever heard of Joan, to this day she is still 1 of my favs, and Joy has been added to that list.
Her music gives me hope during dark times.
Only found you a month or so ago, but I know I'll listen to you for the rest of my life. 💜
Ditto
Me too ❤
Joy is simply Brilliant. Love from South Africa!
Please, never stop creating your music! 🙏🏼Your voice is magical, your words are healing, your music is like fresh cold lemonade on a hot day ❤️❤️❤️
Joy ,is the perfect name for your Dear! Wonderful, Hit me right in the Soul.
I am so obsessed with Joy’s music.
Naturally wonderful Voice. May All Your Dreams Come True. God Bless.
Lovely, inspiring. Thank you sweetheart, be blessed, and find your way to the top
Highly underrated artistry
Not for long.....
@@robertomichael2008 Absolutely.... she is awesome ✌️
…didn’t realize my soul would discover one of its favorite wonderful beautiful things tonight- super natural
So simple, so magnificent - such soul soothing music. Such a gifted artist with words and music. Bravo Joy - well done!
I love your music and the message you are speaking in your interviews❤
You are a treasure. We are grateful.
It is not surprising that one of her inspirations was Tracey Chapman, one of my all-time faves and an absolutely amazing talent. Please, keep making beautiful music--so many on the scene today have little to no talent, while you have it all over them!
I hope to see you live on your next tour. Joy, you are such a joyful artist!
UA-cam black voices recommendation brought me. I love her voice. I think she's a Nigerian! Like myself :)
Wow. Speechless. So glad I found your voice and words. You are a force!
You are the best Joy. Keep singing just for me❤
Joy’s lyrics are perfection ❤️
Playing and singing music is everything
Magnifique beautiful soul thank you !!!
wonderful songs and writer
The first time I heard you sing, I said you reminded me of Tracy Chapman! Cool to find out she was your inspiration. My daughter knew you in school and introduced me to your happy music. Look Up is such a simple yet such a powerful song. Literally brought me to tears the first time I heard it.
U are absolutely Angelic,so pleased I just found U,Thanx & love!!🕊
This was lovely. All the best parts of Tracy Chapman, Stevie wonder, and The Sundays. Glad my kinfolk hopped me to you.
I agree....
She is great
Enjoying your talent in Kenya.....America doesn't know what it is missing. Go Joy Go.
I love your message Joy. You are so talented. Go Joy Go!
Well I came back, I had a moment you have come an investment in my inspiration! Big big hugs 🫂
Wow high Quality Music loving every beat
With a peg of whiskey and her songs = perfect combo😍
You have a beautiful gift
My new favorite artist! Love her music!❤️
Just beautiful, glad to have happened across your art in this lifetime 🙌🏾💯
Another truly beautiful gorgeous performance .. outstanding.
Thankyou for being who you are.
Just awesome. Cheers from Western Australia.👍🏻✌🏻💜🎵🎶
Amazing voice.
WOW❤
Why hasn't this young lady blown up as big as Olivia Rodrigo and the others? mmmmm. She has a presence and a message that is unmistakable. She's god damn talented.
Thank you for showering us with your gifts! Sharing you with every dang soul I know!
So talented! Love your songs, so emotional!
Joy... You are amazing. I didnt know you, and today I listen look Up... WoW.. congratulaciones ... 🌞😍😍
You are so incredible!! Just heard you for the first time a few hours ago and immediately went to look for more of you on youtube and now all of the sudden it's 230am. Next time you're in the DC area I'll be there for sure.
beautiful and amazing..👏👏👏
I just shared this with my friends this song like her is so powerful look up
Amazing
Love everything about this and you! ❤️ So good.
Nice!
beautiful
ILYSM
This performance is phenomenal. I hear you.
Amazing talent, Joy! ❤️
The Joy I stumbled on during lockdown..all always speaking to my soul💚
Beautiful
Amazing!
Beautiful Music!!!
So good.
wow, another wonderful song!
your voice is so unique...just love it/
This is absolutely amazing !! Cant wait to see you at Bonnaroo!!!!
Your voice is amazing. I'm so thankful I came across you ❤️
Brilliant. 👏👏👏👏
Powerful!
The best vocals.
excellent
listened to her on opening episode MSNBC about Rudy Guiliani..I See America..hope others look her up❤
gave me chills
waouhhhhhhhhhh ! i have heard your voice the first time on an AGT's video..I have find you and your name today, and i love your talent.
AAAAA this is amazing!!!!
you're really great, one artist to another! thumbs up #311 from your newest subscriber (thanks Colbert!)
ps: just noticed you posted this on my b-day, 14 April...
Amazing Sis! Miss you
Amazing. Visit us in Houston for a concert as soon as possible.
I am looking up!
NEED CD!!
M0re grace dear👍
🔥🔥🔥
Her live performances are even better than her studio recordings.
🎶🎶🎶🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🎶🎶🎶
You ARE the new Tracy Chamon...!
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Omg I am in love!😍😍😍