February 2019 saw the release of Kehlani’s third mixtape While We Wait, which served as a prelude to what would be their second album It Was Good Until It Wasn’t. The highly-anticipated album was released on May 8, 2020 to positive reception, with the album cover and music videos being shot in their home due to the COVID-19 pandemic at the time.
On April 29, 2022, Kehlani released their third album Blue Water Road, with features from Blxst, Justin Bieber, Syd, Jessie Reyez, Ambré and Thundercat.
Honey
Kehlani Lyrics
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A little selfish
I like my women like I like my money, green
A little jealous
'Cause I'm a beautiful wreck
A colorful mess, but I'm funny
Oh, I'm a heartbreak vet
With a stone-cold neck, yeah, I'm charmin'
All the pretty girls in the world
But I'm in this space with you
Colored out the lines
I came to find, my fire was fate with you
Heartache would stay with you
Fly great escapes with you, oh
I countdown to the clock, saw you awake
Don't walk away, or would you wait for me?
I go out to the bar, fuck hangin' with the stars
Don't even have a car, but you would wait for me, mm-hmm
All, all, all, all the pretty girls in the world
But I'm in this space with you
Colored out the lines
I came to find, my fire was fate with you
My heartache would stay with you
Escape with you
I (I), I like my girls just like I like my honey, sweet
A little selfish, huh
I like my women like I like my money, green
A little jealous
Oh, I'm a beautiful wreck
A colorful mess, but I'm funny
Oh, I'm a heartbreak vet (oh)
With a stone-cold neck, I'm so charmin', oh, oh
La-la-la-la-la-la-la
Do-do-do do-do
Ooh
Do-do-do do-do
Do-do-do do-do
Da-da-da da-da
Isn't love all we need? Is it love?
Do-do-do do-do
To be the same prophecy? Is it love?
Do-do-do do-do
Do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti, is it love?
Do-do-do do-do
Love (ooh), do-do-do do-do
In Kehlani's song "Honey" the artist likens her preference in women to her preference in honey - sweet but with a little bit of selfishness - and her preference in money - green but with a little bit of possessiveness. The lyrics reveal that despite being a "beautiful wreck" and a "colorful mess," the artist is charming and experienced in heartbreak. She finds herself in this unique space with the person she's singing to and is willing to color outside of the lines to be with them. The artist also lyrically expresses the idea that love is all we need and asks if that is the same prophecy we all believe in.
The song is a reflection on the complexities of love and relationships. The artist uses imagery to convey her feelings and the qualities she values in a partner. While she admits to being a "beautiful wreck," she feels empowered in this space with her lover. The song emphasizes the importance of a true connection rather than superficial beauty. The lyrics also convey the idea that love is not always perfect or easy, but it is worth it in the end.
Overall, "Honey" is a meditative and reflective song about love and relationships. The lyrics explore the qualities that are important in a partner while recognizing the complexities of human connection. It is a song that encourages listeners to embrace their imperfections and to find beauty in the messiness of love.
Line by Line Meaning
I like my girls just like I like my honey, sweet
I prefer my romantic partners to be sweet, like honey.
A little selfish
But also a bit self-centered.
I like my women like I like my money, green
I also like my partners to have wealth.
A little jealous
And to exhibit some jealousy.
'Cause I'm a beautiful wreck
I may be a mess, but I have my own beauty.
A colorful mess, but I'm funny
I may be complex, but I have a good sense of humor.
Oh, I'm a heartbreak vet
I've been through plenty of heartbreak before.
With a stone-cold neck, yeah, I'm charmin'
But I still have my own charm and confidence.
All the pretty girls in the world
There are a lot of beautiful women out there.
But I'm in this space with you
Yet, I choose to be here with you.
Colored out the lines
I'm doing something different than what's expected.
I came to find, my fire was fate with you
I discovered that being with you was my destiny.
Heartache would stay with you
I knew there would be difficulties, but I still chose you.
Fly great escapes with you, oh
In spite of those challenges, I look forward to traveling and exploring with you.
I countdown to the clock, saw you awake
I anticipate your presence and actively wait for you.
Don't walk away, or would you wait for me?
I'm afraid of losing you, so would you be willing to stay committed?
I go out to the bar, fuck hangin' with the stars
I'm not interested in chasing the spotlight or being among high-status people.
Don't even have a car, but you would wait for me, mm-hmm
I may not have much material wealth, but I hope you'd still be willing to be with me.
La-la-la-la-la-la-la
Fade out transition.
Do-do-do do-do
Fade out transition.
Ooh
Emotional response or vocal emphasis.
Do-do-do do-do
Fade out transition.
Do-do-do do-do
Fade out transition.
Da-da-da da-da
Fade out transition.
Isn't love all we need? Is it love?
Is love really the answer to everything?
Do-do-do do-do
Fade out transition.
To be the same prophecy? Is it love?
Is our relationship meant to be?
Do-do-do do-do
Fade out transition.
Do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti, is it love?
Using musical notes to question the nature of our feelings.
Do-do-do do-do
Fade out transition.
Love (ooh), do-do-do do-do
A final declaration of love, accompanied by a fade out transition.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Ambre Perkins, Geoffrey Earley, Kehlani Ashley Parrish, Zoi Harris
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