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Today's Subjects: ----------------- Disney Chat Transcript ["Matt Adler" ] Top 3 Likes Of Disney Jewel Chat (& 1 Dislike) ["Scott Evans" Subject: Disney Chat Transcript Here it is. A lot of the usual questions were selected. A lot of stupid questions like do you write your own song, asked right after a question about her writing her songs in PoY compared to writing her songs for Spirit. Zoogerator: Hey there hi there ho there Zoogers! Zoogerator: I hope you've all had a good weekend watching Zoog Disney! Zoogerator: Did y'all seee The famous Jett Jackson? Zoogerator: And did ya know we'll be chatting with Jett himself? Zoogerator: ...well, Lee Young, who plays Jett.. Zoogerator: on January 4th. Zoogerator: But today, we're chatting with... Zoogerator: the one and only.. Zoogerator: JEWEL! Zoogerator: She's here now and ready to chat with YOU&! Zoogerator: So start sending in your questions for her! Zoogerator: So now let's welcome to the stage, Jewel! Jewel_: Hello, there, everyone! guest-feleven says: How long have you been in the music business? Jewel_: I've been singing with my parents on stage starting at age 6 ezguest11 says: Hi Jewel! I just wanted to say that I've been your fan since your very first album. I think you're very talented and pretty. I have two questions really. One: Who have been your major musical influences? and two: What are your plans for Christmas? Jewel_: I guess my mom and dad were my first influences... Jewel_: Vocally, Yuma Sumac was a big influence. Jewel_: For writing, lyrics, I would read a lot. Jewel_: I'm just going to stay at home for Christmas. guest-ansync1fan says: about how long did it take to make your new album? Jewel_: I haven't really thought about it. Jewel_: Six or seven weeks. guest-karyn says: what inspired you to write "What's Simple is True"? It's a beautiful song (just as "Morning Song " is.) Jewel_: I was in Germany Jewel_: and it was cold and Jewel_: I thought I'd write a long song placed in winter Jewel_: It wasn't about anyone in particular. guest-feleven says: Did you have a job before you started to make recordings? Jewel_: Yeah. I waitressed. Jewel_: I answered phones. Jewel_: In Alaska I would do ranch work. Jewel_: Work with people's horses. Jewel_: All sorts of stuff. tallchick621 says: comment: Your music is my main inspiration! You have a style that tends to lack in todays music industry Jewel_: Thank you. guest-karyn says: Jewel, was it difficult to learn the acoustic guitar? Have any advice for beginning players? Jewel_: I taught myself guitar Jewel_: just by asking people around me to teach me chords. Jewel_: Be creative, make up songs, Jewel_: and play a lot. guest-karyn says: Jewel, have you ever considered taking on Broadway roles? (Ellen in Miss Saigon or Eponine in Les Mis) Jewel_: I've thought about it. Jewel_: I would like preparing for the first show. Jewel_: And probably enjoy the first week or two... Jewel_: but the idea of doing the same thing for six months every nightt would bore me to death. Jewel_: I would, however, enjoy writing a Broadway musical. Zoogerator: I understand you're doing some acting right now... Jewel_: I did Ang Lee's film "Ride with the Devil" Jewel_: which should be out some time next year. guest-karyn says: Jewel, do you have a middle name? Jewel_: No, I do not. guest-basketballzoog11 says: What influenced you while writing the songs for "Pieces of You" and "Spirit"? Jewel_: Everything. guest-feleven says: Do you write your songs? Jewel_: Yes, I do. guest-moonchic says: Has becoming a singing sensation truly fulfilled your dreams? Jewel_: No. I do think fame or record sales ever really Jewel_: fulfills a person. Jewel_: It's satisfying on some levels... Jewel_: but what's most satisfying is... Jewel_: making a living by living my own dream. Jewel_: And by helping other people with theirs. tallchick621 says: I love your book,do all of your songs originate like poems? Jewel_: No, they tend to be very separate. doc-holiday211 says: what was her insperation for the song "hands" Jewel_: I wanted people to know... Jewel_: that there are, of course, many problems in the world... Jewel_: but it's how we handle the problems... Jewel_: that determines the quality of the outcome. joroket says: i would like to know what your favorite song of yours is? Jewel_: "Life Uncommon" Jewel_: It's something that I really believe in. Jewel_: I wrote it for a friend of mine who ended up dying of cancer... Jewel_: so it's sentimental. guest-karyn says: How do you feel about the EveryDay Angels? Jewel_: The EDAs, as we call them, are wonderful... Jewel_: because instead of idolizing they've chosen to be inspired. Jewel_: Which makes them very useful in their communities... Jewel_: and I'm thankful for that. Jewel_: The EDAs are a fan group. soccer25 says: Jewel, how many fan mail letter do you normally respond to? Jewel_: Quite a bit. guest-jenny8dots says: Hey Jewel have you been scard when you went on t.v Jewel_: I actually really like TV. Jewel_: Because you can see the performer's face so much better. Jewel_: At a concert the audience can't always see you clearly. Jewel_: laughs guest-juice says: Jewel- Do you have any opinions about the music/lyrics of current rock music? Jewel_: I could get in trouble for answering that. Jewel_: laughs Jewel_: smiles guest-ezguest2 says: Jewle you are the coolest person in the whol e intire world it would mine my life if you talked to me Jewel_: Hi! What would you like to talk about? Jewel_: I like "Spirit" outlaw-for-love says: Is there anything you like more about this album over your first? I really like your music,It means so much to me. :-) Jewel_: It had a very focused theme Jewel_: that I wanted to portray. Jewel_: And all music, lyrics, and production were aimed at the same goal. Jewel_: That goal being, Spirit, as an idea. bestjewelfan says: hi jewel.. you are a wonderful inspiration and a wonderful song writer/singer...my question is more of a personal comment... bestjewelfan says: i have gone thru alot of stuff that a normal 21 yr old would not go thru...and i would like to say thank you.. Jewel_: Thank you! Keep on going... Jewel_: Nice to know I helped. It's why I do what I do. guest-basketballzoog11 says: I know, being famous isn't that easy. When I danced with the cutest guy at school, no one would leave me alone for like 3 weeks! Jewel_: laughs Jewel_: I'm glad to know you can relate. Jewel_: Be careful of those cute guys! guest-stevepoltz1 says: Will sSteve Poltz be touring with you next year and did he help you write any songs on Spirit like Pieces Of You ? Jewel_: He will be touring with me. Jewel_: He didn't write any songs on "Spirit". guest-chicaspice says: How old exactly are you, because you look so young!!!!! Jewel_: I'm 24 years old. guest-feleven says: Where were you born Jewel? Jewel_: Payson, Utah. guest-kiddycatt says: Jewel, the song Daddy is that a song about your life as a child? Jewel_: No, it's about, when I went to a friend's house as a little girl... Jewel_: and their father wouldn't let them watch black people on TV. Jewel_: and I was wondering years later... Jewel_: if they became how they were raised. guest-feleven says: I'm thinking about becoming a singer and I was wondering if it takes a long time to produce a good song? Jewel_: It depends. Jewel_: I'd say the first question is why do you want to be a singer. Jewel_: I'd say make sure you have a good reason not just to be popular Jewel_: Writing a good song can be very easy. Jewel_: "Who Will Save Your Soul" as well as "Don't" were a couple of my earliest songs. jcgfudge says: what is your favorite song of all time???? Jewel_: I'm not sure... guest-karyn says: i saw you in concert last year in Japan, how did you like it there? Jewel_: It was different than what I thought. Jewel_: I loved the museums and regretted I couldn't get out to the countryside. Jewel_: But I like it a lot. funkimunki says: when's thealbum gonna be released in the U.K.? Jewel_: It has been already. I'm just not that popular over there. Jewel_: So everyone, call your relatives in Europe and tell them to buy it. outlaw-for-love says: I know you preformed with Sarah McLachlan,Did you have fun? Do you still talk to her? Jewel_: It was very fun. Jewel_: I don't Jewel_: I don't think any of us keep in touch. guest-karyn says: Tell us more about Humanity for Higher Ground. =) Jewel_: It's a nonprofit organization. Jewel_: That is an umbrella organization... Jewel_: that supports not just one cause, but... Jewel_: many other nonprofit causes. Jewel_: And all the nonprofits have to begin to cooperate Jewel_: so you get a more unified effort towards doing good. guest-beccihpu says: Jewel,what's the most fun part of your job? Jewel_: Singing every night. sleighbelles says: i would like to know if Jewel is going on tour soon and if she will visit Michigan. Jewel_: I'm going on the road to Australia in February and Jewel_: I won't be in the U.S. until July. Jewel_: I hope that I'm just honest. guest-kiddycatt says: Jewel, I think you are great and I love you're music. How do you feel about the impact that you have on todays generation? Jewel_: I really don't think about it too much. Jewel_: I just try to encourage people to be thoughtful. guest-dwaterangel says: What is like being in the spotlight? It has to be tiring Jewel_: It is tiring, actually. Jewel_: I Jewel_: have never been a real party person. Jewel_: so for me the only benefit of losing my anonymity Jewel_: is that I can use fame to lend it to causes and helping other people... Jewel_: so it's not a bad trade off. Jewel_: Plus, I always get good tables in restaurants. Jewel_: laughs guest-usafgirly86 says: Jewel my mom told me you lived in a car until you became a star. Is this true? Jewel_: Yes, it's true. But I didn't become a star right after I got out of the car... Jewel_: It took a couple years. guest-aziano says: dearest Jewel, can you tell me , to you , how has the transition from "pieces of you" to "hands" been in terms of music style? Jewel_: You just naturally grow singing, writing, and producing. guest-basketballzoog11 says: Would you say you have matured since the release of "Pieces of You" to the release of "Spirit"? Jewel_: I hope so. guest-angelchic12 says: Do you have a boy friend? Jewel_: Yes, I have a boyfriend. guest-usafgirly86 says: What was you childhood like? Jewel_: My childhood was spent doing a lot chores, Jewel_: milking cows, Jewel_: being bad at mathematics... Jewel_: laughs Jewel_: And being outdoors a lot. guest-a1a2a3a4a5a6a7a8a says: Jewel, did your parents know you wanted to be a singer when you were a kid? Jewel_: No, I didn't really know either. Jewel_: I was like every kid... Jewel_: I wanted to be a ballerina, an astronaut, a fireman, a race car driver. Jewel_: I never thought I was that good. Jewel_: At least not good enough to be famous or anything. guest-usafgirly86 says: What does your title mean on your new CD?? Jewel_: I wanted to write a record... Jewel_: that helps people feel "left alone"... Jewel_: that nurtures "space" and thoughtfulness... Jewel_: a sense of magic... Jewel_: and a marriage of intelligence and spirituality. Jewel_: And I saw that the word "Spirit" sort of summed up all those ideas. guest-ansync1fan says: are you going to be coming out with a Christmas album some time? Jewel_: I think I will next year. guest-karyn says: Jewel, got any beauty secrets for us?? Jewel_: Yeah, I guess...Beauty's different for everyone. Jewel_: I think the real secret to Beauty is learning to feel beautiful Jewel_: and feel good about yourself and not compare yourself to other Jewel_: people's standard of beauty, but Jewel_: to think for yourself what your own standard of beauty is. Jewel_: It's dark! Jewel_: Makes you look forward to summer. guest-taysbuddy says: What's it like living in Alaska when it gets dark for almost half of the year? guest-bardofangels says: Not sure if this where im supposed to ask my question.Well first off hello jewel hope your haveing a good time.My qustion is what will be you next music video and single? Jewel_: I think "Down So Long". And I hope you're having a good time too. guest-mrsmoothe says: Do you get to see your family as much as you like? Jewel_: I'd like to see my younger brother more. Jewel_: I have two younger brothers. Jewel_: Alaska's pretty far away. Jewel_: But I see the rest of my family quite a lot. Jewel_: My mom and my dad. guest-feleven says: What is the hardest thing about a singing career? Jewel_: I guess the traveling is a little hard. Jewel_: And the constant talking is hard as well. guest-porscheboy10 says: weats your favorit holaday Jewel_: I like Easter a lot. I like Christmas a lot. guest-ansync1fan says: I love your new song called "Hands" . When I grow up I'm gonna be a singer because you inspired me. Jewel_: That's very sweet. Jewel_: smiles guest-feleven says: What was your first thought when you were called to do this chat? Jewel_: laughs guest-feleven says: Have you ever had a pet? Jewel_: Yes, lots of pets. I grew up on a farm. Jewel_: I have two horses right now. Jewel_: And one Chihuahua too. guest-sareidia says: I love your poetry and I was wondering if there was ever a time when the words just weren't there? Jewel_: I don't really believe in a writer's block Jewel_: I think if you put down even 5 words Jewel_: like, "Apple tree standing still" or whatever you're basically writing Jewel_: It's only when you quit writing that you have writer's block or when you sit back and analyze it. guest-basketballzoog11 says: Do you chat with anyone besides musicians? Jewel_: Of couse I do. Jewel_: I hang out with all kinds of people. Even cowboys. bestjewelfan says: there were times i would get down in the dumbps and i would pop you in and hear you and just feel better..thank you jewel Jewel_: Inspiring people makes me feel better. guest-mbeier says: Is jewel your real name? Jewel_: Yes, Jewel is my real name. Jewel_: It's my mom's middle name. guest-juice says: jewel- the other members of your band look like they're kinda strange people. Do you get along with them? Thanks Jewel_: laughs Jewel_: Strange looking does not a strange person make. Jewel_: I get along with them or I wouldn't play with them. Jewel_: I like the way they look. guest-sareidia says: Your second album seems to have more of a folk sound, do you prefer it compared to the pop sound of your first album? Jewel_: I thought my first record was more folk-sounding, actually. mysterygirl says: How do you prepare for a concert? Are there any special routines or things you do? Jewel_: I do a prayer before I go on, but Jewel_: other than that I don't do anything, no voice warm-ups or anything like that. guest-aziano says: do you still keep the van you used to live in? Jewel_: Yes. guest-mbeier says: What's your favorite sport? Jewel_: I think team roping, when you rope cattle from your horses. guest-westsidepj says: I read that you didn't really like your first album...why do you feel that way? Jewel_: I did like it, actually. I just didn't think it would be as big as it was. bibi says: Jewel, I'm an aspiring poet. I know it wouldn't be convenient to share my work online with so many people waiting to ask you questions, but did you find it difficult at first to get published? What is the one thing/feeling/person/event that inspires you the most when you're writing? Jewel_: I never thought that my poetry would be published. Jewel_: I just did it as a creative experience, because Jewel_: it makes me feel good. guest-juice says: jewel- what's this performance in Vatican City on Christmas Eve about? Are we going to see it in the US? Jewel_: It probably won't air in the U.S. Jewel_: But apparently it's for the Pope, so that's cool. guest-jewelsagem17 says: Jewel what emotions are running through your mind after the success of your new album, which BTW I love :) Jewel_: I'm just trying to keep up. Jewel_: It's going better than I thought it would. Jewel_: I'm glad people like. Jewel_: It was a record I tried to be very careful with when I wrote it. Zoogerator: Jewel, I'm afraid we've run out of time for today's chat. :-( Jewel_: Thank you to everyone for your great questions. Jewel_: Have a great evening! Zoogerator: I'd like to thank Jewel for taking the time to chat with us today! Zoogerator: Wasn't she great? Zoogerator: Be sure to kep your eyes open for her video for "Hands" on Disney Channel! Zoogerator: Thanks to all of you for joining us! Zoogerator: You all are the best... Zoogerator sniffs Zoogerator: I mean it, man! ------------------------------ Date: Mon, 07 Dec 1998 17:11:52 PST From: "Scott Evans" Subject: Top 3 Likes Of Disney Jewel Chat (& 1 Dislike) Dislike - The stupid questions & the fact that I literally sent in 30 questions, all really good, and none of them got answered..Some people got 5 of their questions answered! That really set me off! 3. Jewel FINALLY admitted to being born in Payson 2. I didn't know Nedra's middle name is Jewel!?! 1. How Jewel didn't get as pissed as I did at the stupid questions.. Well, later... - -- SCOTT. 11/7/98 ------------------------------ End of jewel-digest V3 #686 ***************************