The song’s lyrics might be the biggest red herring of all. It’s a fascinating song, and only in the most superficial ways does it suggest anything about You Should Be Here’s loftier goals. The song is a sensual shuffle that channels SZA, Jhené Aiko, and Kelela, from spacey, hesitant vocals, to a slowed-and-pitched-down rap (from the typically nimble Chance the Rapper), to the lyrics-it’s a straightforward ode to lust, all about desire and longing and waiting for the moment where wanting and having your partner collide. And, to quote a line from “Runnin,” she’s truly “changed the way they looking at us women making music.”įYI, another recent remix of Kehlani’s “ Get Away” track with G-Eazy is one of my favorite songs to listen to this summer.As red herrings go, first single "The Way" off Kehlani’s first official album, You Should Be Here, is a doozy. Trey Songz) gives the setlist a strong boost, but my favorite collab is actually between Kehlani and BJ the Chicago Kid in “ Down For You.” Both songs are among the strongest in the album, and to me, are just more reasons to be glad a musician like Kehlani exists. Chance the Rapper’s feature on the “ The Way” ( recently remixed ft.
Not only is it empowering and strong, it simply presents us with really good music.
Therefore, it’s no surprise her summer tour is completely sold out at every venue (give our take a few VIP seats). The vibe she exudes in her music, as well as the embodied confidence that she describes as a valuable factor one should look for in a woman, are things that I think audiences have responded to. By describing the struggles she faces as a strong black woman with goals, and hinting at her own childhood esteem struggles by inserting advice into her verses, I find that I can really relate to her songs. “Bright” is a song that shines not only because of her superior vocals, but her uplifting message she directly addresses the young men and women she knows are listening to what she puts out. I don’t think I’ve ever enjoyed a collection of music so femininely empowering while boasting her range, Kehlani’s lyrics (in songs like “ Bright” and “ Runnin’”) struck a chord with me.
The work’s title track grooves at a pace that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Since then, the release of Kehlani’s summer album You Should Be Here is evidence that she has tapped an unprecedented amount of inspiration within herself. We all know Cloud 19 was among the best EPs of last year.“ FWU” and “ Get Away” are both leading tracks that’ll fuel any dance party. Kehlani is so talented, her library so impressive, her music so deep, that I honestly can’t judge singer Ambré Perkins for putting out a tribute track to the artist. Since her media debut on “America’s Got Talent”, Kehlani’s popularity has only continued to shed light on her massive chops.
0 kommentar(er)
