Following the competition, Aitana signed with Universal Music Spain and released her debut solo single "Teléfono", which became her second number-one single. Its music video became the most-watched Vevo music video within twenty-four hours of all-time in Spain. Her debut extended play Tráiler was released in November 2018, becoming her first chart-topping album and the second most-streamed album within twenty-four hours of all-time in Spain. The extended play's second single "Vas a quedarte" became her third chart-topping hit and the most-streamed song in its first twenty-four hours on Spotify Spain, surpassing the previous record which was also held by her previous release "Teléfono". Her debut studio album Spoiler (2019), was later released in June 2019 and became her second chart-topping album.
Valerie
Aitana Lyrics
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And I look across the water
And I think of all the things, what you're doing
And in my head I paint a picture
'Cause since I've come on home
Well my body's been a mess
And I've missed your ginger hair
Won't you come on over
Stop making a fool out of me
Why don't you come on over, Valerie?
Valerie
Valerie
Valerie
Did you have to go to jail?
Put your house on up for sale? Did you get a good lawyer?
I hope you didn't catch a tan
I hope you find the right man who'll fix it for ya
Are you shopping anywhere?
Changed the color of your hair? Are you busy?
And did you have to pay that fine
That you were dodging all the time? Are you still dizzy?
Since I've come on home
Well my body's been a mess
And I've missed your ginger hair
And the way you like to dress
Won't you come on over
Stop making a fool out of me
Why don't you come on over, Valerie?
Valerie
Valerie
Valerie
Why don't you come on over, Valerie?
The lyrics to Aitana's song "Valerie" tell a story of longing and reminiscing about a past love. The singer describes how sometimes she goes out alone and gazes across the water, thinking about what her ex-lover might be doing. She creates a mental image of their presence in her head, suggesting that they still linger in her thoughts and imagination.
The singer reveals that since returning home, her body has been in disarray, indicating that being away from her former partner has left her feeling unsettled and incomplete. She specifically mentions missing their ginger hair and the way they dressed, highlighting the unique qualities that made them special and attractive to her. The plea for them to come back is a desperate attempt to end the torment of feeling like a fool for still longing for their presence.
In the following lines, the singer asks rhetorical questions about the ex-lover's experiences since their separation. She wonders if they had to go to jail or sell their house, indicating a potential downfall or instability in their life. She hopes that they haven't caught a tan, implying that they have been living a carefree life without any consequences. The mention of finding the right man who will "fix it" for them suggests that the singer may have been hurt in the relationship and hopes that their ex-lover will find someone who can heal their troubles.
The singer asks if the ex-lover has changed their appearance or is busy in their life, implying that they have moved on and possibly forgotten about their time together. The mention of paying fines that were continuously avoided suggests a history of trouble or irresponsibility. The questioning ends with an inquiry about their state of mind, questioning if they are still feeling disoriented or "dizzy" from their actions.
Overall, the lyrics of "Valerie" express the singer's yearning for their lost love and their desire for them to return and stop making her feel like a fool. It also touches on the singer's curiosity about the ex-lover's life after the breakup, highlighting the lingering emotions and unanswered questions that often accompany the end of a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Well sometimes I go out by myself
There are moments when I venture out alone
And I look across the water
And I gaze over the expanse of the water
And I think of all the things, what you're doing
And my mind ponders about your current activities
And in my head I paint a picture
And within my thoughts, I create a vivid image
'Cause since I've come on home
Because ever since I returned home
Well my body's been a mess
My physical state has been in disarray
And I've missed your ginger hair
And I have longed for your red hair
And the way you like to dress
And the manner in which you enjoy dressing
Won't you come on over
Would you please come to me
Stop making a fool out of me
Cease causing me embarrassment and humiliation
Why don't you come on over, Valerie?
Why don't you pay me a visit, Valerie?
Valerie
Valerie
Valerie
Valerie
Valerie
Valerie
Did you have to go to jail?
Did you end up being incarcerated?
Put your house on up for sale?
Did you have to sell your house?
Did you get a good lawyer?
Did you acquire the services of a competent lawyer?
I hope you didn't catch a tan
I hope you didn't obtain a sunburn
I hope you find the right man who'll fix it for ya
I hope you come across the suitable individual who will resolve your problems
Are you shopping anywhere?
Are you engaging in any retail therapy?
Changed the color of your hair?
Did you alter the hue of your hair?
Are you busy?
Are you occupied with numerous tasks?
And did you have to pay that fine
And were you obliged to compensate that penalty
That you were dodging all the time?
That you were continually evading?
Are you still dizzy?
Are you still feeling disoriented?
Why don't you come on over, Valerie?
Why don't you pay me a visit, Valerie?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Abigail Harding, Boyan Chowdhury, David Alan McCabe, Russell Thomas Pritchard, Sean Francis Caleb Payne
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mario Cancho
Para todos los que dicen que Miriam ha intentado parecerse a Amy o a forzado la voz, primero: fue la profesora la que le dijo que utilizara esa técnica y segundo: canta perfecto igualmente. Es maravillosa. 🔥
alicia ribadomar
Lau Ra Vale, mucho mejor, es que te lo dije porque a mí que insulten a Miriam aunque sea suave me molesta mucho porque es mi cantante preferida y un ejemplo a seguir para mí entonces te lo dije por eso pero bueno si fue eso pues nada.
Laura Casero
@alicia ribadomar A ver, yo no tengo nada en contra de Miriam, al contrario, me parece que en OT estuvo infravalorada y fuera hemos podido ver su potencial. Que yo no soy fan de ella ni nada, pero las voces de las dos juntas no me gustan. No sabia que "fatal" era taan ofensivo, edito y lo pongo mas suave si quieres.
alicia ribadomar
Lau Ra haber, yo te escribí eso porque dijiste que suena fatal, no único que te quiera decir es que en vez de poner esas opiniones que a nadie le gusta leer, pues no escribas nada, y lo de la envidia no lo digo solo por ti, si no por los hate es que Miriam no se merece, espero que me entendieras y por favor no vuelvas a escribir eso.
Laura Casero
@alicia ribadomar pero en serio, porque no entendeis que no todos tenemos los mismos gustos? Envidia ninguna, yo no quiero ser cantante como ellas.
alicia ribadomar
Lau Ra pero que dices, de verdad, cuanta envidia se oye aquí
David S.
Miriam eres impresionante. Con solo un poco de oído musical te das cuenta. Una pena que la gente esté más hipnotizada con la historia de amor de Alfred y Amaia y otras cosas ajenas a la música que con el arte que desprendes. Tremenda voz y menuda presencia escénica siempre. Te comes lo que te echen con patatas
Saili SP
Tal cual👌
David S.
anonimo M Al final todo ha sido producto de lo mismo. El pack Amaia y Alfred es como se ve. En ningún momento me paré a más. El concurso ha hecho mucho por ellos, así lo pienso y la gente siempre se decanta por lo más sonado; para mí no siempre lo mejor. Es una opinión. Me alegra saber la tuya y otros puntos de vista. Creo que Miriam ha luchado contracorriente y se percibe en ella toda una estrella con luz propia. No tengo claro a los demás exceptuando a Ana Guerra y Aitana que las considero muy únicas. Amaia me parece impecable cantando pero lo que me transmite en las canciones me resulta siempre igual. El nivel más completo en muchos ámbitos, lo veo en Miriam. Ya digo que para gustos. Un saludo
Marta Montero
David S. M. Miriam ha sido siempre de mis favoritas pero m da mas pena aun gente como tu que no es capaz de ver lo grandisima artista q es amaia y se cree q la apoyan solo por Alfred. Ella gustaba mucho antes de estar con el. Ella ha triunfado por sus propias actuaciones como love on the brain o shake it out. No t quejes de q desacreditan a miriam desacreditando tu a amaia (y no meto a alfred porq si creo q es no merece tanto el puesto en la final pero bueno)