Songwriter's Monthly, February 2014

NJ Taylor: “I Don’t Care” If NJ Taylor’s debut single and video are any indication of what is in store for this rising pop star, then she’s destined for the spotlight. Taylor wrote and coproduced the anthemic, “I Don’t Care,” an impactful, upbeat track that plunges boldly into the turbulence of a bad breakup. Reminiscent of the bite of Alanis Morissette’s “You Oughta Know,” Taylor has tapped into a rawness that makes her music a rallying point for anyone who has experienced the conflicting emotions involved with moving on.

The lyrics, “I prayed for you, but now I’m through with you,” reveal a woman compassionate enough to really care, but strong enough to walk away.

The concept of the video is tightly tied to the song’s lyrics. The 3-minute vignette portrays a self-assured woman delivering the sweetest revenge of all: going out and having a great time!

An important focal point of the story is Taylor’s dance skills. There is an elegance to her subtle moves that helps define her character. “I do have a background in dance,” the artist pointed out. “I took jazz and hip-hop classes for few years. I also have a background in acting. I studied professional theater at the Dome