JoJo sues record company
R&B singer JoJo became famous at age 14 with her hit song “Leave (Get Out)” in 2004 and “Too Little Too Late” in 2006. Now, the 18-year-old singer is suing her record label Da Family Entertainment.
According to the lawsuit, JoJo is demanding the record label let her out of her contract and pay $500,000. In a statement posted on her MySpace blog, JoJo said:
“Recently I had to make one of the toughest decisions in my career thus far. It’s a long drawn out story, but I wont bore you with all the gory details… lol.”
“For the past year and a half I’ve been diligently cooperating with my record label(s) so I can have the opportunity to continue with my career and do what I love the most; create music and sing. I’ve been a patient team player and have done everything that was asked and/or expected of me. As you may already know, my record company has been going through a major transition and unfortunately all of the artists on the label have been forced to sit on the sidelines and wait.”
“I exhausted every option and exercised much patience before reaching my final decision to file a formal complaint with the court. My situation is a bit a-typical. It is not a case where the artist loves the material they are making, is set in his or her ways, will not take direction or advice, and will not cooperate with the label. This is NOT the case at all.”
“I’ve been blessed to receive great feedback from the record company in response to the music I’ve been delivering. But unfortunately I have become a victim of industry politics that honestly have nothing to do with me personally or professionally. Because of this, I am willing to fight for what I love and ultimately for the chance to regain control of my livelihood and my life. I cant wait for the day when I can share the music that me and the album’s contributors have created.”
“I am so anxious to get back to what really matters. I didn’t get into this industry for anything else other than my absolute passion for and love of MUSIC. At 12 years old when my mom and I signed the contracts, I could never have imagined that there would be so many other, far less attractive aspects to this business. However, at the end of the day I hold no animosity towards my record company(s). I learned from an early age that this is a business and it is NOT personal.”
“I love and appreciate every single person who has stuck by me and supported me through these trying times, particularly my fans. I love you guys so much and I couldn’t get through this without you. As I’ve mentioned in previous blogs, I really look forward to speaking more candidly about this time in my life and most importantly, delivering the music that has taken such a long time to come out. I will not rest until my goals are actualized.’
“Thanks again for your encouragement and your patience!”
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Dear JO JO, I am a 66 year old father of a very talented 15 year old singer. She has been singing her heart out since the age of 3.Her mother and I have back her 100% of her love for a singing career.I have followed young singers to sort of trying to get experience of promotions for her. You have been a pick of mine. I hate to put down any singer,but it hurts me to see a person of no talent recieving publicity like they do.You on the other hand have a great talent and you will be noted as a great singer that deserves respect. You have the (so called) complete package.My daughter has been the opening act for such stars has Ray Price, Ronnie Milsap, Charlie Pride,Roy Clark and others. She has been paying her dues since she was 10. She has recorded in Nashville, and one of her songs, which is a country christian song hit the ICM charts at # 46 last year.Any way, back to you! You are great and I know that you will be one of the few to continue your success, not only as a singer but as a talented actress.I wish you all the best. If you have a few minutes and would like to see and hear my daughter sing, her name is natalie rose,and her my space is (www.myspace.com/natalierosecountrymusic).
Sincerely,
Gaetano