⭐️ 4.25/5 Stars

As a PJ Morton fan, I found this book to show the highs and lows of his journey as an artist and a celebration of authenticity. PJ Morton’s memoir beautifully captures the balance between staying true to oneself and navigating the music industry's and life's complexities.

What I found most fascinating was how PJ candidly shared his experiences, from his roots in the church to becoming an independent Grammy-winning artist. His writing is genuine, giving readers an intimate look into his creative process and how he has carved out his lane in a world that often demands conformity. It’s not just about the music; it’s about the lessons learned along the way, how faith, resilience, and a commitment to his values have shaped his career.

The book also sheds light on the challenges of being both an artist and a person of faith, a balance that PJ has mastered without compromising. His insights into creating art "his way" resonated deeply with me, especially as he discusses honoring one's roots while pursuing personal growth and innovation.

This book is a must-read for fans of PJ Morton. For anyone who appreciates stories about perseverance, self-expression, and staying grounded in a fast-paced world, Saturday Night and Sunday Morning offer inspiration and wisdom.

Because let’s be honest—it's PJ. And he doesn't disappoint.

What a perfect title for PJ Morton's new memoir! Saturday Night Sunday Morning is a new released book by the accomplished entertainment executive, musician and artist with a unique sound. PJ Morton is the rare artist that straddles religious and secular music lines, racial and cultural identities and combining his two worlds.

PJ Morton shares his influences in life, from his dad to church, gospel groups, second lines in New Orleans, piano teachers, bands and more. The first section highlights his early and most important influences. The second section begins with memories as a student of the prestigious St. Augustine High School. Known for its academic excellence and many successful alumni, it reminds me of the high school I graduated from (Cass Tech).

Morton goes on to talk about Morehouse, a very public bad breakup, finding new yet familiar love and starting a family. The rest of the memoir goes into great detail of his music career. The most interesting tidbit I learned was PJ Morton's connection to Mack Maine, president of Young Money Entertainment, his introduction to Maroon 5 and the bittersweet Super Bowl moment. Bookhearts, this is the PJ Morton you may know. Yes, that Black dude in Maroon 5! This is the part I looked forward to reading most. It took a while to get to that good part, but we needed the background and grass roots to fully understand his journey.

The blessings and opportunities that PJ Morton shares within his memoir are inspiring. I recommend reading Saturday Night Sunday Morning with access to your preferred music streaming service. Play the songs he mentions. Play the artists he name drops. Read the lyrics to his songs and get lost in the music while reading his story. There are a couple times where he references a topic but doesn't go further, yet he always came back to it eventually which I can appreciate!

Happy Early Pub Day, P.J. Morton! Saturday Night, Sunday Morning will be available Tuesday, November 12.

Disclaimer: An advance copy was received directly from the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Opinions are my own and would be the same if I spent my hard-earned coins. ~LiteraryMarie