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Metamorphosize
The story behind the song.
The Story
Jennifer and Chelsea because instant friends when they met at a mutual friend’s house in Orange County. They shared a passion for creating inspirational music, with the mission of sharing light and love with the world. Jen was blown away by Chelsea’s incredible voice and skill for playing a variety of instruments. Chelsea was enamored with Jen’s ability to create clever lyrics and hilarious YouTube videos. When Chelsea’s Mother came down with cancer the musician packed up her humble belongings, along with her two cats, and drove across country to be with her Mom and provide support and care. Jen kept in frequent touch with her friend, knowing that Chelsea’s Mother was her best friend. Unfortunately, her Mother passed away a few months later.
Chelsea told Jen that she felt like a part of herself had died with her Mother, and she didn’t really know who she was anymore. She felt lost and was heartbroken. She had also lost a lot of weight and was weak, both physically and emotionally. Her finances where drained and she wasn’t sure what to do next.
Jen said, “I’m buying you a ticket and you’re going to fly to Orange County and spend a week with me at my home in Laguna Beach. I’m going to give you lots of love, make you healthy meals and green smoothies and we can go for walks on the beach every day. And, we can make and write and record a song together!” Chelsea was overcome with
Jen and Chelsea with producer Dennis Woodard at the Sound Portal Studio. Jen on the “GoGirl Pink Carpet” in her caterpillar outfit after a live performance in Newport Beach.
gratitude and said yes. She packed her bag and was on her way the following week.
During her stay in Laguna Beach, Chelsea blossomed like a flower that was being watered and provided sunshine. One evening Jen shared with Chelsea about a time in her life when she had a series of events take place that resulted in her becoming homeless and without a car. All she had was her bike and laptop. She recalled that while she was sitting in a coffee shop feeling broken and defeated, her younger sister Mary called and consoled her on the phone, telling her about the story of the caterpillar. “A caterpillar in its cocoon breaks down to a soup-like substance before it completely rebuilds itself. AMAZING! New limbs, new wings, new everything! And then as it emerges it unfolds its wings, pumps new blood through its veins and takes flight! Jen, YOU are that soup right now. Embrace it. You’re going to come out the other side of this and spread your new, beautiful wings!” Jen said to Chelsea, why don’t we write a song about That same night Jen and Chelsea had the lyrics just flow without trying, excited they would be giving hope and healing to others through their song. Jen suggested that Chelsea’s voice would represent Mother Earth and that she would sing the part of the caterpillar. The very day they recorded their new song with the help of Dennis Woodard, Jen’s good friend and music producer who had helped her create her legendary “I Want To Be Neenja” song, among others.
The writing and creation of the song was a wonderful experience for both women, and they bonded to an even deeper level that week. A couple months later Chelsea returned to Orange County to speak and perform at a GoGirl Empowerment Experience event in Newport Beach. Chelsea sang beautifully while Jen surprised the audience by coming onto the stage in her caterpillar outfit, singing her verse before busting out with her butterfly wings. The song and message was a hit with the GoGirls in the audience.
Finally, several years later, Jen has produced the music video for “Metamorphosize” and showcased it at a launch party at GoGirl Worldwide Headquarters in Newport Beach. Jen and Chelsea hope you love their song and message and ask that you please share it with anyone you think it could inspire. For Chelsea’s music and healing messages visit www.ChelseaCaroline.com.
Jen and Chelsea at the recording studio.
The Interview
Chelsea was not able to attend the launch party for the “Metamorphosize” music video in Newport Beach, so Jen suggested she interview her dear friend and they share their story about writing the song and the meaning behind it. The night of the party Jen played the interview, and the audience was truly moved. Several women from the audience expressed how much they needed the message of hope at this particular time in their life. Everyone raise a glass while Jen offered a toast in honor of Chelsea’s Mother who was a big part of the inspiration behind the song.
The Music Video
Jen loves to use comedy to deliver empowering and important messages. In this music video, she wears her caterpillar outfit all throughout town, catching countless candid reactions. Watch more of Jen’s YouTube videos at YouTube.com/JenniferMurphyGoGirl
The Music Video
Jen knows how to throw a party and the “Metamorphosize” music video launch party was no exception. Ladies arrived in cocktail dresses and butterfly wings, while the men were provided caterpillar antennas. A couple of men opted to wear butterfly wings which was fun.
Everyone enjoyed the music, food and festivities and especially loved the music video that was played in Jen’s GoGirl Studio. Chelsea Caroline, who co-wrote the song with Jen, attended virtually. She was zoomed in from the East Coast, sharing with the audience the meaning behind the song that she helped create. It was a colorful, meaningful and fun event.
Launch Party
