I Do
Jewel
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But do you think that you on your knee propose It's dangerous I know [Chorus] Love is a game until it's played And if it's lost it can't ever be saved We have heaven to win and hell to lose But the difference is up to me and you So if you will, I will stop saying I won't And start saying I do But life can take a long time If you make the wrong choice Time sure seems to fly by When I hear your voice Mistakes are hard, I hope we find The courage to believe We will succeed [Chorus] Well our hearts are locked inside an iron box We're both too afraid to reveal our most tender parts, oh Because love is a game until it's played And if you lose, you can't ever be saved We have heaven to gain but hell to lose The difference is up to me and you So if you will, I will stop saying I won't Stop saying I can't Cause if you do, I do
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Written by: JEWEL KILCHER
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15 facts about this song
Song Title and Artist"I Do" is a song by the American folk-pop singer-songwriter, Jewel.
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Album and ReleaseIt is a track from her twelfth studio album release titled "Picking Up the Pieces", which came out on September 11, 2015.
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Genre ClassificationThis song, much like the majority of Jewel's discography, falls under the genres of folk-pop and country.
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Song PremiereThe song was premiered on Yahoo! Music on August 12, 2015, before the full album was released.
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SongwritingThe song "I Do" was written by Jewel herself, showcasing her talent not only as a singer but as a songwriter as well.
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Chart PerformanceDespite being a beautiful track, “I Do” did not chart in the United States.
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Inspiration"I Do" is believed to be influenced by personal aspects of Jewel's life, specifically revolving around her relationship with her ex-husband, rodeo cowboy Ty Murray.
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Critical ReceptionDespite its lack of chart success, the song was met with positive reception from critics who praised Jewel's vocal performance and the raw emotion in the song.
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Song MeaningThe song “I Do” explores the process of grieving, letting go and finding strength in oneself again.
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Music VideoAs of today, no accompanying music video has been produced or released specifically for the song "I Do".
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Live PerformanceJewel performed "I Do" live as a part of her "Picking Up the Pieces" tour, captivating audiences with her emotional rendition.
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SymbolismThe song is a declaration of self-love and acceptance, symbolizing a turning point in Jewel's personal life.
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The Album“Picking Up the Pieces” was Jewel’s return to her folk/americana roots, after years exploring different music styles such as country and pop. "I Do" represents this return to her musical origins.
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Musical StyleJewel's characteristic yodeling, which she is famous for, is featured in her performance of "I Do".
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Jewel's DiversityEven though she is primarily known as a singer, Jewel is also an actress, author, and poet. Her multifaceted artistry might influence the emotive storytelling in her music, including "I Do".
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