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Offline RoseJapanFan  
#1 Posted : 27 November 2012 06:30:45(UTC)
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Title: It's Okay To Not Be Okay
Length: 3:50
Genre: Pop, Pop Rock
Released: November 26th, 2012
Recorded: Los Angeles, California, New York City, New York
Written by: Jennifer Armstrong
Produced by: Kieran Thomas, Sunny Monroe, Jennifer Armstrong

Background Information
After her hit single, A Smile To Remember, Armstrong continues to embark on her emotional journey being portrayed through her singles. Her new single was debuted last night while she was a special guest for Mykaylah's One Night Only concert. It was her first time performing it in front of a huge crowd but toady it's available for download. Jennifer wrote this song while she was recording her album, TWENTY-THREE which is set to be released early 2013. The song was inspired by Jennifer's own personal past. The song is described as a heavy percussion song with Jennifer's vocals coming in strong on the track. Jennifer teamed up once again with producer Kieran Thomas and Sunny Monroe. This will be the 4th single released on her upcoming album.

Description
Again starting off with a soft pulsing piano as well as her breathy and soft vocals. Singing the first verse, there is a heavy percussion following it, showcasing Armstrong's powerful vocals. The song seems to show more power over the course of the song. The lyrics suggest that one shouldn't be afraid to had down days and should embrace them. The ballad also has a tinge of rockness in it along with it's catchy pop like lyrics. Armstrong's vocal arrangements are perfectly combined with the percussion of the song, giving it a dramatic feel. It also gives the listener a sort of uplifting and emotional appeal to them. The chorus is where most of the power is held in the song as she belts out the lines, each line even better than the last. You can hear the raw, emotional talent that Jennifer possesses. The song has a simple musical structure and can be compared to that of Demi Lovato's Skyscraper with it's tone and mood of the song. The song was recorded over a period of time with very little vocal editing. Armstrong wanted to really capture the realness of the song by making sure the listener could feel her emotion.

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"This song was a really intimate song for me to write. It really speaks volumes about me and gives people an inside as to why I am the way I am. The song represents so many different things to me. Sometimes there's days where you just want to cry and stay in bed. No matter what people tell you there's no way for you to hold all that in, it all comes out at some point. I'm saying that it's fine to have those days and it's healthy. Once you get it all out, you'll feel better about yourself and then you know when to move on. It's only human to get depressed or to feel unhappy but you've got to know your limits and you've got to know that you're not perfect, the world isn't perfect and no one's happy all the time no matter what you might think. It's just a matter of knowing yourself. The song to me has helped me get through a lot of stuff. When my brother died, I thought that crying would show that I was weak, a lot of people think crying is a sign of weakness but it's not. It just shows that you have feelings and you care. I don't think I'll ever come to peace with my brother's death and there's still some days where I find myself depressed or just crying for no reason but I'm not blaming myself and saying I'm weak. It's really okay to not be okay."


Lyrics


[Verse 1]
Take a minute, let it all sink in
Now it's over, you've lost your best friend
But now you don't wanna hear any comfort
Then you realize, sun is shining
You've got new eyes, that are dawning
It's not as bad as you thought that it would be

[Pre-Chorus]
Climb into bed and pull the covers
You feel it again, a distant lover
You just can't make it, try to fake it
But I'm here to say

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay

[Verse 2]
Eyes are swelling, and you're dying
On the inside, no more lying
Don't you hold back to anybody, anymore
Then you realize, clouds are fading
Not alone now, still blockading
Nobody ever said that this would be easy

[Pre-Chorus]
Climb into bed and pull the covers
You feel it again, a distant lover
You just can't make it, try to fake it
But I'm here to say

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay

[Bridge]
It's okay to not be okay
(Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)
Every day is just another way
For you to heal, but you won't
If you don't understaaaaaaaaaaand, that

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay

It's okay to not be okay
It's okay to not be okay
It's okay to not be
Okay




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#2 Posted : 27 November 2012 06:39:27(UTC)
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Nichole: I started crying the first time I listened to this. So true. I love it.
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#3 Posted : 27 November 2012 06:43:42(UTC)
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Nicole: So beautiful Jennifer I love your voice and these lyrics are amazing great job

Layla: This song still makes me cry I love it Jennifer it's perfect seriously love it such an amazing song from such a rad artist
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Andros: Dying of swollen eyes sounds horrific. I like the song though. The message is something everyone should know and appreciate. Its so great to have someone out there who is happy to talk about something like this. Kudos to you.
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Serenity: Great work on the lyrics Ms. Armstrong! This song will be going on my 'Jennie Playlist' on my iPod. And yes, I have a playlist for each individual artist that I like :P
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Originally Posted by: snap_itshannah Go to Quoted Post
Nichole: I started crying the first time I listened to this. So true. I love it.


Jennifer: Aw thanks. I was quite emotional during the recording process myself so I understand :)

Originally Posted by: mebeme101 Go to Quoted Post
Nicole: So beautiful Jennifer I love your voice and these lyrics are amazing great job

Layla: This song still makes me cry I love it Jennifer it's perfect seriously love it such an amazing song from such a rad artist


Jennifer: Thank you :) I'm glad it does, just let it all out! You'll feel tons better.

Originally Posted by: genocidal king Go to Quoted Post
Andros: Dying of swollen eyes sounds horrific. I like the song though. The message is something everyone should know and appreciate. Its so great to have someone out there who is happy to talk about something like this. Kudos to you.


Jennifer: Thanks Andros, although I'm not sure anyone would want to die of swollen eyes. I'm always happy to share what I feel.

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Serenity: Great work on the lyrics Ms. Armstrong! This song will be going on my 'Jennie Playlist' on my iPod. And yes, I have a playlist for each individual artist that I like :P


Jennifer: Thank you Serenity :) You do? So do I! Doesn't everyone?
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#7 Posted : 27 November 2012 07:16:35(UTC)
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Erica: loved it! Given recent events,it really seemed to hit home for me. I


Jennifer: Thanks Erica! :)
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#9 Posted : 27 November 2012 11:30:07(UTC)
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Brittany: In all honesty, I'm really in love with this song. The fact that it's so positive and doesn't translate a negative or disgusting message and I think music needs that today. It's certainly okay to not be okay and this is really a inspirational track coming from you Jennifer. I look forward to this album we've been waiting for, you've got my support :)

OOC: Love the lyrics and the artwork. Nice job with Jennifer, it's good to see her doing her thaaang ;)
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Brittany: In all honesty, I'm really in love with this song. The fact that it's so positive and doesn't translate a negative or disgusting message and I think music needs that today. It's certainly okay to not be okay and this is really a inspirational track coming from you Jennifer. I look forward to this album we've been waiting for, you've got my support :)

OOC: Love the lyrics and the artwork. Nice job with Jennifer, it's good to see her doing her thaaang ;)


Jennifer: Thank you Brittany :) I knew this is exactly what people needed to hear. I hope it's really worth the wait and the prolonging lol.

OOC: Thanks lol :P It's Demi, couldn't let her just come out any kind of way!
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Laci: When I actually saw the video of you performing this song on the tour, I was like, where the heck can I download this and support her? Even thought, I love the art and passion also in the live version, so I really wanted to download that version because you sounded just flawless. But this is great girl. I love music just a pure and emotional, and it gave me that edge I really love, good job girlie.

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Laci: When I actually saw the video of you performing this song on the tour, I was like, where the heck can I download this and support her? Even thought, I love the art and passion also in the live version, so I really wanted to download that version because you sounded just flawless. But this is great girl. I love music just a pure and emotional, and it gave me that edge I really love, good job girlie.



Jennifer: Thanks Laci :) I'm glad you liked the performance as well. You can download that version on my website!

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Mykaylah: Was amazing to see you perform this for the first time the other night you smashed it such a beautiful talent xx


Jennifer: Thanks again for having me :) I had a great time and you were wonderful of course! So was everyone else lol.
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Martina: Beautiful song with beautiful lyrics, Jennifer. Knowing that it's okay to not be okay and don't pretend to be always happy is an hard but important lesson to learn. (:

Tanya: I love it Jennifer. Sad but very nice. :3


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Martina: Beautiful song with beautiful lyrics, Jennifer. Knowing that it's okay to not be okay and don't pretend to be always happy is an hard but important lesson to learn. (:

Tanya: I love it Jennifer. Sad but very nice. :3


Jennifer: Thanks you guys :) I'm glad you got the message I was trying to get across to people. It's really not as easy as it seems.
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Ellie-Grace: This is such an awesome song Jennifer! I love the music and I love the message behind the lyrics so much and I think it will give lots of people inspiration, it's truly beautiful, really great song superstar! :) Oh and also, amaaaaaaazing performance too! :)
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Dustyn: Aww this song is just made of beautifulness!

Scott: Amazing as ever. Absolutely love it :)

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Ellie-Grace: This is such an awesome song Jennifer! I love the music and I love the message behind the lyrics so much and I think it will give lots of people inspiration, it's truly beautiful, really great song superstar! :) Oh and also, amaaaaaaazing performance too! :)


Jennifer: Thanks Ellie! I haven't talked to you in a while now, I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

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Dustyn: Aww this song is just made of beautifulness!

Scott: Amazing as ever. Absolutely love it :)

OOC: Just realised I hadn't left a comment yet! Great work on this :)


Jennifer: Aw thanks Dusty! You're so sweet.

@Scott: Thank you :) I'm glad you enjoyed it so much.

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"The concept for the video is very simple and laid back. I didn't want to make a video that overshadowed the song so it's just all about conquering something through a struggle. The wind represents the struggle and I'm the conquerer. It seems easy to understand but then there's the box with the heart that randomly appears in the video. That represents, along with the sun shining bright, how things can take an unexpected turn in life and you'll be okay. I chose to walk in the desert because it's calm and peaceful but also I wanted to keep the meaningfulness of the lyrics without making them seem unimportant had I did some kind of flashy, expensive video. I think my fans will enjoy it's simplicity."




The video begins with a view of a desert that looks deserted. There's a bit of fog and mist in the air even though the sun is shining. There's a slow piano being heard playing as the camera zooms in to Jennifer Armstrong's face. As the intro plays, she starts to focus in on the camera while beginning to sing. There's wind blowing as her hair is also blowing and she moves it from her face several times as she sings. She has a weathered look on her face as if she were tired and broken down, matching perfectly with the mood of the song.

[Verse 1]
Take a minute, let it all sink in
Now it's over, you've lost your best friend
But now you don't wanna hear any comfort
Then you realize, sun is shining
You've got new eyes, that are dawning
It's not as bad as you thought that it would be

[Pre-Chorus]
Climb into bed and pull the covers
You feel it again, a distant lover
You just can't make it, try to fake it
But I'm here to say

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
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The camera then shows a different scene containing the bright sun shining in the sky as well as a thick layer of fog surrounding a silver colored box with a red heart etched inside of it. She continues to sing as she's shown walking through the desert. She's seen wearing a long white dress that cuts on the shoulders. She also a decorative feather in her hair and some medium sized earrings that are revealed once the wind blows her hair once again. She begins to sing the chorus of the song while the camera zooms in again on Jen's face.

[Verse 2]
Eyes are swelling, and you're dying
On the inside, no more lying
Don't you hold back to anybody, anymore
Then you realize, clouds are fading
Not alone now, still blockading
Nobody ever said that this would be easy

[Pre-Chorus]
Climb into bed and pull the covers
You feel it again, a distant lover
You just can't make it, try to fake it
But I'm here to say


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[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay

[Bridge]
It's okay to not be okay
(Yeah, Yeah, Yeah, Yeah)
Every day is just another way
For you to heal, but you won't
If you don't understaaaaaaaaaaand, that


As she goes into the second verse, the music picks up and Jen's still walking through the desert singing or more like belting out the verse. She frequently uses her hands as she sings and the wind seems to pick up as if it's going to blow Jennifer away but she keeps walking forward and singing as if she were perceiving a real life struggle to get through. Once she gets to the bridge of the song, the scene switches to her standing still while singing. Everything ceases as if time stood still. As soon as she went back into the chorus, everything started to go back as normal. The wind was blowing ferociously and Jen was giving it her all to continue to sing and walk at the same time.

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay

[Chorus]
It's okay to not be okay
You don't have to pretend for another day
There's no one to impress, don't be perfect
Just do your best
Feel like pushing and shoving, to make your own way
It's okay to not be okay


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It's okay to not be okay
It's okay to not be okay
It's okay to not be
Okay


As the wind calms back down, Jen is singing still. The video seems to be winding down as following the song. She's in front of the camera again and almost whispers the last of the lyrics then the video fades to black.
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