JESSIE WARE: Our Top 5 Tracks

The mesmerising Jessie Ware headlines the CC main stage on Friday 7th June, showcasing a fabulous fusion of modern disco and soul – with heartfelt ballads, gorgeous grooves & infectious dance tracks.

 With five top-10 albums and a multitude of BRIT and Mercury award nominations to her name, Jessie continues to shape the landscape of contemporary music. Get ready for a soulful symphony on our opening night…

Ahead of her headline performance at CC24, we’ve put together a list of our top 5 tracks…

  1. SAY YOU LOVE ME (2014)

The vulnerability and raw emotion in "Say You Love Me" makeS it an unforgettable ballad. Co-written with Ed Sheeran, the song explores themes of love and longing, with Ware's voice beautifully conveying the complex emotions embedded in the lyrics.

2. FREE YOURSELF (2023)

Jessie Ware's captivating vocals and genre-defying beats invite listeners into a realm of self-discovery. With each note, the song becomes a universal call to shed inhibitions and dance to the rhythm of authenticity. A timeless party track - we can’t wait to hear this one live!

3. WILDEST MOMENTS (2012)

The iconic "Wildest Moments," is a track that not only defined Ware's debut album but also marked her as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. The powerful vocals and emotional depth in this song set the stage for Ware's career.

4. PEARLS (2023)

Inspired by disco divas like Donna Summer, Evelyn “Champagne” King, and Chaka Khan, Pearls is a track that doesn’t take itself too seriously but demands you to have a dance.

5. SPOTLIGHT (2020)

With "What's Your Pleasure?, Ware ventured into a more disco-influenced sound with" "Spotlight" emerging as a standout track. The infectious groove and Ware's silky voice transport listeners to a dancefloor filled with glamour and allure.

Faye Mitchell