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just jaqi

About Me


jaqi (n.) - 1. an abbreviated form of the proper name, Jacqueline, esp. spelled Jackie. 2. an original interpretation of what may appear common. 3. a state of being that far exceeds what is typical, expected and/or safe. syn see AMBASSADRESSWhy j-a-q-i? Must originality be defined? Is uniqueness a gift to embrace or a crime? Can we just breathe, believe and elevate our minds And go beyond the box To receive a serious, yet sanctified vibe Designed to make us sing, dance, pray, shout Lose our sin-lovin minds! And forgive, achieve, cry, believe But definitely not justify Whats wrong in black and white Why j-a-q-i? Because God said so, and thats deep No apologies, just jaqi!Catapulting beyond the box of traditional Gospel and Christian Contemporary genres, jaqi has redefined the voice of Inspirational music. Marrying clearly stated lyrics with aggressive yet soulful melodies and rhythms, jaqi leaves no room for misinterpretation.This Washington, DC native attributes an essential part of her artistic growth and development to her collegiate experience at Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where she studied under the late great Alvin Batiste, and performed with various accomplished musicians. It was, however, the spiritual awakening after college that totally transformed jaqi's song and reconstructed her life.The debut album, "just jaqi" is a delectable blend of urban musical styling and powerful lyrical artistry. This unique artist promises to vocally soothe, while challenging you mentally and spiritually. Simply stated, just jaqi.
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Member Since: 6/21/2006
Band Website: www.justjaqi.com
Band Members: jaqi
Influences: MY FAMILY INSPIRES ME!... endless inspiration and support comes from all of my family and friends, specifically...my wonderful parents, my siblings (esp. my sister bunnie for listening to ALL my songs as i write them), my thompson uncles (esp. my uncle pete for coaching me and teaching me all of his songs), my husband, my God-children, and my most beautiful inspiration...my baby boy kene!
MUSICAL INFLUENCES: so many people have impacted me musically, but if i HAD to pick my top 7, they would be... steveland morris a.k.a. stevie wonder; earth, wind & fire; ella fitzgerald; take6; commissioned; fred hammond; and the best teacher/jazz musician, alvin "mr. bat" batiste!...

SPIRITUAL INFLUENCES: as a born-again believer, the ultimate influence in life is my Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ! (what a priviledge to be His instrument) ...the top 3 God-sent preachers that have most impacted my life include my pastor david wright @ doers of the Word ; john cherry sr. (my very first pastor); and dr. tony evans...
Sounds Like: Designer's original!
Record Label: Manzili Music
Type of Label: Indie

My Blog

Night Flight Studios' SCOTTY BEATS

I have never posted a 'blog' before, but my heart is heavy, and I thought this might help.  Yesterday, one of the best engineers in the music industry was murdered in the DC area.  Scotty Be...
Posted by on Sat, 14 Oct 2006 05:04:00 GMT