Jean Dawson goes all in on ‘Sick of It’
Jean Dawson isn’t sugarcoating his feelings on “Sick of It.” It’s a song that starts off hard and stays that way.
Jean Dawson isn’t sugarcoating his feelings on “Sick of It.” It’s a song that starts off hard and stays that way.
Owusu isn’t taking any guff – the song is about taking action, getting off your butt and back in the game.
The lyrics are goofy, smart-alecky, and come at you from all angles – but they’re also weirdly sing-along-able.
All of the sudden lines start moving and cracks start cracking…before you know it, chaos takes over.
You can hear the miles, the heartache, the ups and downs in his voice, but this is also a guy who’s excited for what’s ahead.
“No Reason” is honest and direct. It moves quickly, but it leaves a lasting impression.
“To no longer be the only Black musicians in a group meant there was no need to code-switch – we could be our full selves.”
It’s the lead single from the group’s new album ‘The Deplar Effect,’ recorded in Iceland.
“I’m always working to represent Indigenous people the way we need to be represented.”
“I want someone to discover something they normally wouldn’t entertain.”
“Language should not be a barrier, but an invitation to connect.”
“My favorite songs are the ones that for some reason, in my brain, they always look like rooms.”