A true reflection of longevity, international reggae star CJ Joe has been an ever-present figure in the music industry since the 90s, building himself up and ultimately establishing himself as a reputable force in the music industry with his signature brand of reggae and dancehall sound that has since evolved into more sonic territories of Afrobeat, Hip-hop, Soul, and R&B, proving himself to be an adventurous spirit who defies the typical clichés of genres, preferring to go where creativity allows him. His impressive discography is a treasure trove of memorable anthems inspired by life’s intricacies, relating to listeners on a deep, emotional level as they dance along to the irresistible beats.
CJ Joe strikes again with a powerful anthem of resilience and ultimate triumph with his new single “Off The Ground” inspired by the trials and tribulations we encounter in life and how we must keep ourselves up ‘off the ground’ and continue moving no matter what.
An Afrobeat-twisted tune with striking dancehall influences, “Off The Ground” showcases CJ Joe’s knack for versatility as much as his impressive penmanship to come up with something with universal appeal.
The song features a stunning blend of English sound and Jamaican Patois flourishes as CJ Joe showcases his command of multiple languages, appealing to a wider fan base. The backing female vocals that are gentle and beautiful in the background amplify the track’s message of resilience while elevating the song to new heights.
On the mic, CJ Joe is as expressive as ever, capturing the attention of the listener with his unmistakable timbre and lucid voice as he conveys the song’s message emotively and vividly with his easily quotable lyrics and chorus that accentuate the anthemic weight of this jam.
A video music that was shot in CJ Joe’s Ghana residency and Tanzania, where he was on vacation, is in the works, and it promises to be an extension of the music itself; one that will capture the song’s message using vivid imagery and artistic cinematography to deepen the connection between the music and the inspiration behind it.
For now, add “Off The Ground” to your playlist and recommend it to a friend to remind them that no matter what they are going through, they will ultimately be triumphant…as they say, surviving is winning Franklin!