♫ Emeli Sandé – Heaven
Meet Scotland-bred, soul singer Emeli Sandé. This singer/songwriter is best known for penning songs for artists like Tinie Tempah, Cheryl Cole, Alesha Dixon, Susan Boyle and Leona Lewis. Interestingly Sandé initially set her sights on studying neurology and completing medical school, but surrendered to her talent and pursued a career in music during her final year.
This singer/songwriter’s remarkable talent has been setting the music charts ablaze overseas. Her debut studio album, ‘Our Version of Events’ (which has yet to be released in the US) has won the ears of listeners all over world 
in countries like Belgium, Ireland, the UK and of course, Scotland. In fact, her ability to convey relatable messages and paint vivid pictures through song, namely “Next To Me” has won her The Critic’s Choice Award at the 2012 Brit Awards.
In her album’s bonus clip/documentary, Sandé talks about her life and upbringing, her musical influence and shared what she hopes to do accomplish in the music industry:
“The way I hope I stand out is through my lyric. So I think what I can bring is something that is very honest. And I hope I can represent black females as well in the industry. And you know we can create something that is art. It doesn’t have to be sexy all the time. It doesn’t have to be loud all the time. We can be great writers. We can be intelligent with what we do.”
Check out a few more videos/performances by Emeli after the jump. Sande’s album, ‘Our Version of Events’ hits the U.S. on June 5, 2012.
Emeli Sande – “Next To Me”
Emeli Sande’s ‘Her Version of Events’ (Documentary)
Emeli Sande’s Acoustic Performance on ‘Later w/ Jools Holland Live’
I FEEL LIKE IM LISTENING TO REAL MUSIC FOR THE FIRST TIME IN A LONG TIME!!!!!!
HERE HERE!
“HEAVEN” SOUND AMAZING!
This is my girl.. I love all her songs!
Album Is Amazing x
ok, cute….
I’m sorry but I’ve just never been a fan. What is new about her? Her voice is just cool. Her image? I dunno… I just don’t understand the hype.
Just curious… which artist are you a fan of?
OMG I told you about this artist ages ago after you posted some other American alternative….
You should at least post the two together or gives props to the people that comment on your site when they tip you off.
Emeli is cool. I think she has potential to blow up.
Very talented artist and I have been patiently awaiting her cd in the US.
Thanks, for the post. I had her on my list of music to look up for today. I love it. Have to get it.
I LOVEEEEE EMELI SANDE!!!
CL u too late on this one Emeli been around for some time now… we know about her tell us something new!
What’s so special about her?!!! Her artistry – songwriting ability, lyrical talent, depth of content, and musicianship just to name a few. These qualities are very rare these days. Love it!
No! No! No! i want the receipts. she is mediocre at best. she may be able to write a song, but honestly there are better songwriters. i’m just not a fan. i’m sorry. i probably shouldnt have said anything, but im always curious what people see in artist like this. i’m not saying she’s horrible, just not anything to write home to your mates about. i know people in my little town who can sing, write, and have an overall package that imo is better. i guess that’s what irritates me. when there are obviously artist with more artistic prowess out there who will probably never get their due. it is better than most, but most is shit so that’s not saying much.
@toohotfortv – she may not be the best, but definitely better musically than what we’ve been getting from main stream. Lord, you act like she won Grammy already! Just saying its juice to hear talent instead of bullish played on radio.
Initially, I thought she sounded a lil like Beyonce when she went into the track. She’s a cool artist. We need more people who really sing. I’m tired of the animated artists who wouldn’t know real music if it crawled up bit them on the butt.
Ummmm wow somebody must really love Rihanna…hairstyle n tattoo like riri…..ugh next!!
rihanna stole that hairstyle from kelis and prince. you rihanna fans make me sick with your ass kissing, not everyone wants to be like that talentless h0e. besides emeli is a million times better.
CL, y’all should look up Labrinth..another great UK artist
DOPENESS! LOVE the drums!
Beautiful voice!
she’s cute.
I thought the guiater player was awsome.The girl is a really singer. Anytime the music dose not drown out the voice, you know you’re listening to a real singer.
I love, love, love Emeli’s style and her music!
I am very excited for Emeli as she [for me] brings some fresh air to the stifling music which is being churned out. I downloaded her whole album because I just wanted to hear something different. I loved ‘My Kind Of love’. Wish her all the best!
I dont normally leave comments, but this chick is amazing! Looking forward to her LP hitting the US. Real Music is coming back. Wow!!! What a voice!
I wasn’t fond of “Heaven” but “Next to Me” reminds me of the lovely man sleeping next to me lol!
I like…
Emeli is the best artist right now no doubt.. So much emotion you almost start crying while listening.. Heaven is my fav!!!!