TBGB Pick of the Week: May 21, 2012

“Most of All”
forever JONES
From the EMI Gospel CD Musical Revival (2012)
www.emigospel.com

By Bob Marovich for The Black Gospel Blog.

While not an official single at the moment, forever JONES’ “Most of All” is one of the most enjoyable songs I’ve heard in any category of music thus far this year.  Its power pop melody combines gospel/CCM techniques with country-rock swagger.

The lyrics are neither sanctimonious or pretentious.  Lead singer Dominique’ Jones acknowledges that she, like everyone, doesn’t mind being fashionable and “the center of attention,” but whatever life offers her pales against the need to be near to God.  “So what if I become a superstar?,” she sings.  “It don’t mean a thing if I’m not where you are.”  Prophetic words, too, as Dominique’ Jones has the makings of a music superstar.

“Most of All” has the potential to make some rain in the CCM sphere.