R&B Singer Joe Clears Up R. Kelly Interview, 'I Would Never Try To Stop Him From Getting His'
Date: 09/23/08 | By Njai Joszor
Filed under: R&B News, Joe
R&B crooner Joe (aka Joe Thomas) has cleared up the reasoning behind his decision to come forward about the much-hyped 'R. Kelly' record situation as reported last month.
"I would never try to stop him from getting his" says the singer who has been called 'the Casanova Crooner' in recent years.
In August Joe discussed his departure from Jive, also home to R. Kelly, and surprisingly told EURweb.com that Kelly had attempted to hold back his music, going as far as telling radio stations "Hey, this Joe record is too hot right now. Ya’ll need to pull that back.' And they would oblige."
Acknowledging the past while moving forward with his new album "Joe Thomas, New Man," the "Why Just Be Friends" singer received backlash from music fans and critics shortly after the news who asked why he chose to air out his grievances after so many years.
In a recent interview with Singersroom, Joe said it was not difficult to come forward with the information but says he is not trying to come across as a disgruntled artist.
"To be clear, I’m definitely not trying to sound like a disgruntled
artist."
"My whole point was that we all are in this game so I’m not
trying to step over your fence and vice-versa, so let’s just stop, do
what we gotta do and be respectful to each other when it comes to
trying to get it happening.”
On the road promoting "Joe Thomas, New Man," the R&B singer admitted to enjoying his fans on the road more than anything, calling the experience of performing live "something else" because of the sincerity and emotion displayed at his concerts.
For more of Joe's interview with Singersroom including why he chose Mario and Trey Songz for the popular song "We Need To Roll," his upcoming psuedo-live album and more click here.
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hi joe I just love everything about you
Hi Joe! I just wanted to let you know after all these years you are still the best in my eyes. You have it all. You have the voice and your sexy. I belive you also know everything there is to know about pleasing a woman. Keep the hits coming.
Joe you are the BEST keep up the good work,MY LOVE and when you come two jacksonville,fl give me a halla!!!!
Joe want you tell The People where you are really from, LOUISVILLE ALABAMA
Hey Joe, if you read this, then you know what I'm about to say is the truth. I live in the Uk and have followed you from day one, I have been to your Uk concerts with my love one. You are a truly talented R&B soulful gospel singer, and I thank god (no pun intended) for blessing you and giving you the strength to carry on. We love you in the Uk. Like you said there is room for everyone! R.Kelly - God does not love UGLY!
joe thomas you're a legend man ..!!keep shinin'
This is ridicules... I don't know anyone who is hot all the time, but as for R&B this last CD is hot... I hope on a personal noteJoe and R Kelly work things out... and as for music I hope Joe continues the opportunity to do him... it's great!
Hey, Joe I truly belive that R.Kelly has been sabotaging your radio air play since you have been with Jive Records, and I pray you get all the much deserve awards in the near future.You make wonderful music,By the way I Absoulutely Love your new album. Joe you have done it AGAIN! YOUR # 1 FAN
HEY JOE YOUR A LEGEND YOUR MUSIC IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOO SOULFUL LUV YA...
JOE,i think you did the right thing by leaving the people who held you back,but rember this "NEVER HOLD A GRUDGE AS YOU WILL NEVER BE FREE"I love your music and I have all your albums. cant wait for signature