Inspiration Behind Popular Samoan Singer, Jewel Toloa,

Written by Meghan Bonin
Monday, 26 November 2007
Inspiring Young Samoan Singer, Jewel Toloa One of the hot, up and coming female singers in the country, 21 year old, Jewel Toloa from Vaisigano, Faleasiu, and Solosolo, says inspiration for her budding musical career, came from a love of music as well as having such a musical family. Jewel believes that her God given talent is something that can not be taken lightly and that she can only truly acknowledge this special gift by recording music that has meaning. “That’s what really challenged me to step up vocally, I guess this was my drive and still is,” she says in an exclusive interview with Newsline. “Knowing that someone out there is being helped, that really urges me to try and match up to something even better.” Whilst working with family business Inalani Catering as well as being very committed to her church community, she has still been able to make time to help brother Vaniah in producing both albums,” It was a joy to sing in our worship team which was what I did before and during recordings with Vaniah.” Vaniah had always enjoyed her singing, says Jewel, when he was going to record his first album “Tukua” at Keila Records, she would always drop in off there and would sometimes watch the recordings. From there she began recording ‘bits and pieces’ of her own for his songs which she describes as being really fun. Even though Jewel is well recognized in the Samoan community she believes that people waving and smiling is just a friendly Samoan thing which people do all the time. She does not believe it is because of her new found fame. “We always smile and wave and acknowledge other people even when we don’t know them. “In Samoa, I guess it’s just our way of life.” Just one of the biggest challenges that Jewel has had to face during her recording periods is trying to find suitable music and lyrics that all audiences can enjoy. Because of this she is willing to explore all different genres of music. “I want to bring hope, love and happiness to all audiences when performing or when record, the same way my brother does.” Jewel believes that her music will only be heard when she feels satisfied that she has done her absolute best and that she knows her targeted audience will appreciate. Plans for a solo album are in the back of her mind, she says this is because she is not yet ready to commit to an album especially with the busy lifestyle her and her brother lead. Nevertheless, she does reassure that she will continue to sing with her brother in live performances and shows. Jewel believes that her greatest inspiration has come from so many different people in the music industry, not only internationally but also locally. Samoan artist, Lole, is one of her favourite female artists because she relates to the people through her music, which that is something that she is also aiming to achieve. “My inspiration comes from the kind of music or artist that impacts the lives of people. “Like, Lole. “Lole is one of my favorite female artists and it’s a great challenge.” Singing is a way of life for Jewel, who is always asked to sing by her family whenever they attend family occasions. “My dad would just out of the blues say, ok Jewel’s going to sing a song for us now.” Being around friends and family is something she holds very dear to her because she believes she does not get enough of it at the moment. “My Favourite past time is just prioritizing quality time with my family and friends.” Comments (9) Subscribe to this comment's feed WOOOOOOOOO written by China.Jakop, December 07, 2007 .WELLDONE..KEEP IT UP GURL. Family Advocate - Early Childhood Education written by Tavoi Burgess Fuimaono, December 11, 2007 So good to hear and listen to music of different and young Samoan artists like you being popular especially to the little kids. My little nieces are singing in sunday school activities and they did a very amazing job with their beautiful voices. When listening to your music especially the high notes, girl, they did fine and they sound like angels. Anyways, keep up the good talent, and never underestimate and assume that there is nothing you cannot do it. i love ur song.. written by siuli uiagalelei, May 11, 2008 hi jewel..well first of all i would like to say that i really love your songs with vaniah..i hope you guys make a lots of song..bye.. your my inspiration... written by ula peilua, June 04, 2008 ..hi suga! well u dnt nou me but i nou u u hav no idea how much i adore u and i still will never stop thinking about when you guys came to new zealand green arena to sing.????so fankz 4 dat ae i loved it!!!! i sat like rite at da front screaming my lungz owt and vania saw me but might not have remembered so i hope i get to see u guyz again but this tyme in australia wats.....up....gurl.... written by liinah, June 19, 2008 .....malo le taumafai ia te oe........ua e sii si o tatou atunuu........i luga....malo lava le taumafai... Jewel Toloa.......dats cool....welldone....Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooohhhhhh ...wazz up...young samoan gurl... written by tala, June 19, 2008 ......malo sisiter.......malo le taumafai ia te oe............yeah....i luv ur songs..........manuiah....leh asoh...........alofah atu.... tofa soifua... lagi e mama i tou susuga written by tasilua, July 27, 2008 manaia toe matagofie otou faafiafiaga. kep tz up gurlly . luv ur songz. Malo ni written by Junior, October 08, 2008 E he iloa ne au koutou ne o mai o fai te lua koneseti nei i Amelika Hamoa. Aue, te gali te lua pehe mo Vaniah ne faka'ahi i nei i Amelika Hamoa. ia ko lelei la e he iloa te taimi toe foki ai koutou i Apia?? tena fua te mea e fia fai atu ai au. ko au ne vau mai New Zealand te aso 6 te mahina nei kae logo loa au koulua mo Vaniah ko leva ne o mai. ia lelei ko au ka fano i te akoga te kolihi nei i Am.Hamoa. kae alofa atu i te kaiga katoa. TAKE CARE. ... GOD BLESS... luv Junior A'asa. TOFA NI. malo taumafai written by pisisamigurl, October 15, 2008 well yeah that was good i really love the songs.....manaia le siufofoga...faamalo lava le taumafai mo measili e taulelei ai Samoa e Lua.........keep it up the good work girl and hopefully to see you guys again at the home of "Turtle and Sharks" in Vaitogi......manuia le aso..... Write comment Name Email Title Comment
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