LMK
Kelela Lyrics
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And you'll never figure out
What you said, but it's cool, baby
I'mma get me another round
Saw your face in my lane
Fall in love everyday
You can chase it for the night
There's a place for you and I
Let me know
It ain't that deep by the way
Let me know
Said I gotta go, don't wanna hear me say
Let me know
It ain't that deep by the way
No one's tryna settle down
All you gotta do is let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
Let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
Let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
No one's tryna settle down
All you gotta do is let me know
You don't read between the lines
'Bout to leak, and you read my mind
Did you think you're my ride home, baby?
'Cause my girls are parked behind
Saw your face in my lane
Fall in love everyday
You can chase it for the night
There's a place for you and I
Let me know
It ain't that deep by the way
Let me know
Said I gotta go, don't wanna hear me say
Let me know
It ain't that deep by the way
No one's tryna settle down
All you gotta do is let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
(Just let me know)
All you gotta do is let me know
(Just let me know)
All you gotta do is let me know
No one's tryna settle down
All you gotta do is let me know
I saw your eyes fall right past my waist, so let me know
I ain't gonna wait if you hesitate, so let me know
I don't wait for nothin'
All you gotta do is let me know
I don't wait for nothin'
All you gotta do is let me know
Let me know, just let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
Just let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
No one's tryna settle down
All you gotta do is let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
It ain't that deep, baby
All you gotta do is let me know
All you gotta do is let me know
Let me know now
In "LMK," Kelela seems to be addressing a possible romantic partner, who may have said something confusing or mixed signals. She acknowledges that she will give up trying to figure out what was said and move on. The chorus speaks to the simplicity of the situation for Kelela, in that she just needs to be informed of where the other person stands. She indicates that she is not interested in anything too deep or serious, just looking for a casual relationship. Throughout the song, Kelela references her own sense of agency and independence, asserting that she won't wait around for anyone and that she is in control of her own desires.
The second verse highlights Kelela's confidence and assertiveness, as she seems to call out the other person's intentions. She implies that the person was assuming they would be her ride home, when in reality she is with her girlfriends and fully capable of leaving on her own. The rest of the song repeats the chorus, emphasizing the importance of communication and clarity in a relationship.
Overall, "LMK" presents a strong and independent female perspective, with Kelela making it clear that she is not interested in anything serious or complicated. While the other person's intentions may be unclear, Kelela knows what she wants and is willing to move on if they can't provide it.
Line by Line Meaning
Look, I'll give up right away
I'm not wasting my time with someone who can't make up their mind
And you'll never figure out
You're never going to understand what you did wrong
What you said, but it's cool, baby
I'm not going to dwell on it or hold a grudge
I'mma get me another round
I'm moving on and finding someone else to enjoy myself with
Saw your face in my lane
I noticed you looking my way
Fall in love everyday
I'm not looking for anything serious or long-term, just a good time
You can chase it for the night
You can try to pursue me for a one-night stand
There's a place for you and I
But I'm not interested in anything serious, so don't get your hopes up
Let me know
If you want to pursue something, tell me
It ain't that deep by the way
But don't think it's going to turn into something serious
Said I gotta go, don't wanna hear me say
If I feel like leaving, I'll leave
No one's tryna settle down
I'm not looking for a committed relationship
All you gotta do is let me know
But if you're interested, just tell me
You don't read between the lines
I'm not playing hard to get or being coy, I mean what I say
Bout to leak, and you read my mind
I'm about to be upfront and honest, and you can probably guess what I'm thinking
Did you think you're my ride home, baby?
Don't assume anything about me or our relationship
'Cause my girls are parked behind
I have other options and people to turn to
I saw your eyes fall right past my waist, so let me know
I know what you're after, so if you want to pursue that, just say the word
I ain't gonna wait if you hesitate, so let me know
But I'm not going to wait around for you to make up your mind
I don't wait for nothin'
I'm not sitting around waiting for anyone
Just let me know
If you're interested, tell me
Let me know now
Don't wait, tell me now
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kelela Mizanekristos, Jeremiah Jerry, Asma Maroof, Jack Latham
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@deedee_31
MaKylaa Monae awwww its ok tell baby i agree 😂😂😂😂😂😂🥰❤️🥰
sometime one of my yorkies do the same thing but either sit or walk on my tv remote the little 3lb one my LuLu haha she is a mess i can be all into a movie or tv show and a good part about to come on im all excited then here she go stepping on the remote and the channel chnages or she hits the button that turns of the dvr haha lol or if my phone is laying down face up on speaker and im talkn to her gram gram my mom she will step right on the button and
bye bye mom lol and i have to call her back and make her believe that her lil grand pup hung up on her this has happned a few times just sometimes i wish she can do it when someone i dont wanna be bothred with wanna call and blab much about nothing haha so i get it
sorry for the long reply but all this just got me thinkn bout what my fur babies do i dont have human kids so this is the next best thing and they are just like little toddlers
stay safe
@britspa8022
Underrated underrated criminally underrated song!!!!!!!!
@Bonitaymorena
Kelela come thru rnb goddess of the future..... she took it back to the 90s and then took us forward to 2053 AD
@ELCNUmorFnaMehT
MsLoupe aka Bonitaymorena Shit just got real!
@Bonitaymorena
yeaaaas :D
@vontebrown2537
Msloupe,lol truth,im glad r&b is going back to the 90s lately with the soul,how 90s music had to bring the 60s and 70s soul back after all the 80s auto tune and thin voices just how the 2000s were,i can get in the mood with the girls I be talking too,and also reflect with this
@Bonitaymorena
yeah but there's definately futuristic elements to her music all of her past songs included. She's not simply trying to rehash the 90s she's bringing something fresh and new as well. I'm just glad her and SZA, and ABRA and Nao and NULA and KALi Uchis and Jorja and Ray Blk are popping off right now. RnB Renaissance girls come thru!!!! <3
@vontebrown2537
Absolutely, and you have the bryson tillers who's putting a lot of 90s songs in his music with a twist,bruno mars came through hard with his latest album,even rihanna snapped with anti,beyonce lemonade,solange a seat at the table,kehlani,sza new slick amazing album,jasmine Sullivan,mack wilds,ty dolla,childish gambino and plenty more helping bring R&B back lately
@elishaj3199
was serving y2k realness years before it become repopularized shes was so ahead of her time
@hinini3987
I remember listening to this song when i was in high school 5 years ago and now I'm 23 and i realize how many things changed in my life and how songs can remind you of such specifics moments and memories. She's an amazing singer and artist. Thank you kelela for being part of my life at some point throughout your amazing music :)
@superzeltron7530
same here. finna be 21 and i look back like damn highschool was a brick ago