Who I Am (Nick Jonas and the Administration song)
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"Who I Am" is the debut and lead single to Nick Jonas and the Administration's debut album, Who I Am. The group performed the song for the first time at the Grammy Nomminations concert live special on December 2, 2009.
The single was featured on Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 12
, along with songs by other popular artists. Jams 12 was officially released on March 30, 2010.
It was also released in 2010 on the karaoke video game Disney Sing It: Party Hits
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Other Versions
released a radio edit of the song clocking in at 3:35 in their December 2009 edition. The radio edit was used in the music video.
The basis of the video is a section of him performing with his band along with shots of different people ranging from a gothic girl to someone who had cancer that has existed for three generations of family. They are looking for 'Real life individuals to pose for living portraits that tell us who they are. Each subject flips the card to reveal a simple statement of identity, including himself identifying himself as a brother, a diabetic and "just me".'
A music video ecard was also released for the song "Who I Am".
with the Administration. On January 29, 2010 he performed the song with his brothers during the concert.
They performed the song on the Jay Leno Show, The Ellen Degeneres Show and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Nick Jonas & Sonny Thompson performed on January 30, 2010 an acoustic version of the song "Tonight" along with the songs "Who I Am" and "Last Time Around" during Radio Disney Total Access.
As of august 7th, 2010 he performs the song during the Jonas Brothers Live In Concert World Tour 2010.
On February 23, 2011 Nick performed the song during an acoustic set, accompanied by Jonas Brothers guitarist John Taylor.
Along With Sonny Thompson Nick performed Nick Jonas at the Military Event in Columbus, Ohio on April 14, 2011. He played the songs Last Time Around and Who I Am.
And on June 8, 2011 Nick performed the songs solo while in New York
On July 1, Nick performed the song live during the Microsoft Store Grand Opening in Century City.
They performed the song on july 16th, during the Ottawa Blues fest.
The song was also performed during the concerts in South America.
Background
Talking about his album’s title track, Nick (the leader) says “It’s about how I want someone to love me for my passion for music. It’s all I’ve ever thought about "Who I Am is really about me talking about myself and realizing you need to know yourself before you can find love."Release
"Who I Am" has been confirmed to be the first single off of Nick Jonas and the Administration's debut album. It was released as a digital download on December 3, 2009.The single was featured on Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 12
Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 12
Radio Disney Jams 12 is the twelfth album in the Radio Disney Jams series. It is a compilation of popular songs played on Radio Disney. CDs autographed by Justin Bieber were given out as codeword of the day prizes during the end of March. Radio Disney also had a grand prize in which the winner...
, along with songs by other popular artists. Jams 12 was officially released on March 30, 2010.
It was also released in 2010 on the karaoke video game Disney Sing It: Party Hits
Disney Sing It: Party Hits
Disney Sing It: Party Hits is a karaoke video game and sequel to High School Musical: Sing It!, Disney Sing It, Disney Sing It! – High School Musical 3: Senior Year and Disney Sing It: Pop Hits. It was released on September 24, 2010 across multiple platforms throughout Europe and on October 12,...
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Tracklist
Digital SingleOther Versions
- Who I Am (Radio Edit) - 3:35
- Who I Am (Live) - 5:23
Music video
A music video was shot and released for the song. Promo OnlyPromo Only
Promo Only is a music and music video subscription service for professional disc jockeys. It was the first monthly music service available to music professionals on CD....
released a radio edit of the song clocking in at 3:35 in their December 2009 edition. The radio edit was used in the music video.
The basis of the video is a section of him performing with his band along with shots of different people ranging from a gothic girl to someone who had cancer that has existed for three generations of family. They are looking for 'Real life individuals to pose for living portraits that tell us who they are. Each subject flips the card to reveal a simple statement of identity, including himself identifying himself as a brother, a diabetic and "just me".'
A music video ecard was also released for the song "Who I Am".
Live performances
Nick Jonas performed the song live for the first time during the Grammy Nominations. The song was also performed on the Who I Am TourWho I Am Tour
-Surprise guests:*Joe Jonas - *Kevin Jonas -...
with the Administration. On January 29, 2010 he performed the song with his brothers during the concert.
They performed the song on the Jay Leno Show, The Ellen Degeneres Show and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon.
Nick Jonas & Sonny Thompson performed on January 30, 2010 an acoustic version of the song "Tonight" along with the songs "Who I Am" and "Last Time Around" during Radio Disney Total Access.
As of august 7th, 2010 he performs the song during the Jonas Brothers Live In Concert World Tour 2010.
On February 23, 2011 Nick performed the song during an acoustic set, accompanied by Jonas Brothers guitarist John Taylor.
Along With Sonny Thompson Nick performed Nick Jonas at the Military Event in Columbus, Ohio on April 14, 2011. He played the songs Last Time Around and Who I Am.
And on June 8, 2011 Nick performed the songs solo while in New York
On July 1, Nick performed the song live during the Microsoft Store Grand Opening in Century City.
They performed the song on july 16th, during the Ottawa Blues fest.
The song was also performed during the concerts in South America.
Personnel
- Nick Jonas - Lead Vocals, Lead Guitar, Composer
- Tommy BarbarellaTommy BarbarellaTommy Barbarella is an American keyboardist. He was a member of The New Power Generation, Prince's recording and stage band, from 1991–1996.In 2010, Barbarella became a member of Nick Jonas and the Administration along with other former members of The New Power Generation, drummer Michael Bland...
- Keyboards - Michael Bland - Drums, Vibraphone, Vocals
- Sonny Thompson -Guitars, Vocals (on DVD Who I Am, and live performances)
- John Fields - Bass, Guitars, Percussion, Vibraphone, Producer
- David Ryan HarrisDavid Ryan HarrisDavid Ryan Harris is an Atlanta, Georgia based singer-songwriter. Born in Evanston, Illinois, Harris moved to Atlanta at a young age. Harris has had a varied career as a musician. He is married and has 4 sons: Miles, Life, River, and Truman.-Influences:...
- Guitars, Vocals (on CD Who I Am) - Dave McNair - Mastering
- Jon Lind - A&R
- David Snow - Crative Director
- Enny Joo - Art Direction
- Olaf Heine - Photography
- Paul David Hager - Mixing
- Philip McIntyre - Management
- Johnny Wright - Management
- Kevin Jonas SR. - Management
Charts
| Chart (2009–2010) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| South Korean Gaon Chart Gaon Chart The Gaon Chart is a national record chart of South Korea. It is complied by the Korea Music Content Industry Association and sponsored by South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism; with an aim to create a national chart for Korea similar to the Billboard charts and Oricon charts... |
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Release History
| Region | Date | Format | Label |
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| United States | December 3, 2009 | Digital download | Hollywood Records |
| Europe | December 8, 2009 | Digital download | |
| Germany | January 29, 2010 | Digital download | |
| United States | February 2, 2010 | Digital download |