Alina Baraz was born on September 24, 1993, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Russian-Ukrainian parents. She was the first child in her family born in United States. Growing up, her parents raised her on classical music, and on her own, she became interested in '90s music and singers such as Adele, Amy Winehouse and Corinne Bailey Rae. She began singing at a young age in her gospel choir. At age 19, she decided to move to Los Angeles, California to pursue singing as a professional career. She developed a passion for songwriting and wrote her first song titled "Roses Dipped in Gold", released on April 15, 2013, in the "Lounge Masters Vibes" collection series.
After moving to Los Angeles, Baraz discovered Danish electronic producer Galimatias' music online. She wrote lyrics for one of his instrumentals and released it on SoundCloud as a song titled "Drift" in 2013. Galimatias heard the track and decided to create more music with her. The two created an EP titled Urban Flora by sending each other music through Facebook and did not meet in person until February 2015, when the project was already finished. Alongside "Drift", the songs "Pretty Thoughts", "Make You Feel" and "Fantasy" were released individually preceding Urban Flora. The EP was originally released on SoundCloud but on May 19, 2015, it received a commercial digital release through Ultra Music. Upon release Urban Flora was met with positive critical reception and it peaked at number 111 on the US Billboard 200 and number 2 on the US Billboard Top Dance/Electronic Albums Chart. On September 9, 2015, a remix EP for Urban Flora was released, and later that month Baraz and Galimatias embarked on a brief co-headlining North American concert tour in support of the EP. In August 2016, Baraz signed a record deal with independent label Mom + Pop Music and released a vinyl edition of Urban Flora.
In spring and summer of 2016, Baraz made her first solo live appearances by performing at North American music festivals such as Lightning in a Bottle, Sasquatch! Music Festival, Electric Forest Festival and Lollapalooza. Also in summer of 2016, Baraz shared that she was working on her debut solo studio album. Baraz's first solo single, "Electric" featuring R&B singer Khalid, was released on January 20, 2017 through Mom + Pop Music, the single later appeared on her second EP The Color of You in 2018. Following the release of the single, Baraz announced her first solo concert tour, entitled the 'Let's Get Lost Tour'. The tour took place from March to April 2017 and visited various cities across the United States and Canada.
In September and October 2017, Baraz supported British rock band Coldplay for the final 8 North American shows on their A Head Full of Dreams Tour. On September 29, 2017, Baraz released two singles titled "Lavender and Velvet" and "Buzzin" in anticipation of her upcoming debut studio album. "Buzzin" peaked at number 10 on the US Billboard Dance/Electronic Digital Songs Chart and the music video for the song, Baraz's first music video, was released exclusively through Apple Music on December 22, 2017. It was announced that Baraz would be part of the Coachella 2018 lineup.
On April 6, 2018, Baraz released her first solo EP The Color of You and released a music video for the track "I Don't Even Know Why Though".
In September 2019 Baraz released the single, "To Me". In January 2020, Baraz released the standalone single "Trust", which was followed by the singles "Morocco" and "More Than Enough" in February and March respectively.
In March 2020, Baraz announced the release her debut studio album, It Was Divine, which was released on April 24, 2020. The album was supported by the singles; "To Me", "Morocco" featuring 6lack, "More Than Enough" and "Off The Grid" featuring Khalid. It Was Divine also features guest appearances from Nas and Smino and charted at #43 on the Billboard 200.
On July 23, 2021, Alina Baraz released the single "Alone With You". The song would mark her first release as an independent artist, following her departure from her previous record label, Mom+Pop. Alongside the song's release, Baraz announced a tour of the same name, set to start in late 2021. On September 24, Baraz released the EP Sunbeam. The EP serves as part one of a two part EP series. The second EP, Moongate, was released on October 29, 2021.
Between Us
Alina Baraz Lyrics
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I know it wasn't you
Since you wishing nowhere near it needs to be
Call it what you want and give me clarity
Don't leave me blinded
Don't play that mind shit
Deserve the finest from you
Focus, baby, focus, I can change your life
You can't deny this
So hypnotizing
You know the timing is right
I need ya
Somewhere that's sweeter
Where they can't reach us
No more wasted days between us
I need ya (I need ya)
Somewhere that's sweeter
Where they can't reach us
Never meant to hurt you, I fucked up
I know it wasn't you
Run away to the islands with ya
Photo from the private villa
So dumb, make you reconsider all that you know
The tide is rising
By my designing
You know the timing is right
I need ya (I need ya)
Somewhere that's sweeter (somewhere that's sweeter)
Where they can't reach us (where they can't reach us)
No more wasted days between us
I need ya (I need ya)
Somewhere that's sweeter
Where they can't reach us
No more wasted days between us
(Sweeter)
Never meant to hurt you, I fucked up
I know it wasn't you
The lyrics to Alina Baraz's song "Between Us" explore themes of regret, longing, and the desire for a fresh start in a relationship. The opening lines, "Never meant to hurt you, I fucked up, I know it wasn't you," indicate a sense of remorse for past actions that have caused pain to the other person involved. The singer acknowledges their mistake and takes responsibility for their actions, recognizing that the hurt was not caused by the person they are addressing.
The chorus expresses a yearning for a better place or situation where they can be together without any outside interference, stating, "I need ya, somewhere that's sweeter, where they can't reach us, no more wasted days between us." The singer craves a safe and private haven where they can escape from the complications that have plagued their relationship. They desire clarity and honesty, hoping to move forward and change their life together.
The mention of running away to the islands and a private villa represents a fantasy of escaping to an idyllic destination, away from the noise and distractions of everyday life. The singer suggests that such a getaway could make the other person reconsider everything they know, implying that it could provide a fresh perspective and the opportunity for a new beginning. The lyric, "You know the timing is right," suggests that both individuals are aware of the need for change and are ready to take that step together.
In summary, "Between Us" is a song about regret, longing, and the desire for a fresh start in a relationship. It expresses remorse for past mistakes, a yearning for a safe and private haven, and the hope that a change of scenery can bring clarity and opportunity to rebuild the connection between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Never meant to hurt you, I fucked up
I never intended to cause you pain, but I made a mistake.
I know it wasn't you
I understand that you are not to blame for what happened.
Since you wishing nowhere near it needs to be
Considering that you desire a different situation than what currently exists.
Call it what you want and give me clarity
Define the situation as you see fit and provide me with clear understanding.
Don't leave me blinded
Please do not leave me in the dark or confused.
Don't play that mind shit
Avoid playing manipulative mind games.
Deserve the finest from you
I deserve the best treatment possible from you.
Focus on the way that I look in this light (this light)
Pay attention to how I appear under favorable circumstances.
Focus, baby, focus, I can change your life
Direct your attention, my dear, I have the power to transform your life.
You can't deny this
You cannot deny the truth of our connection.
So hypnotizing
Our bond is incredibly captivating.
You know the timing is right
You are aware that the timing is perfect for us.
I need ya
I deeply desire you.
Somewhere that's sweeter
A place where life is more delightful.
Where they can't reach us
A location where others cannot interfere with us.
No more wasted days between us
We should not spend any more unnecessary time apart.
Run away to the islands with ya
Escape to the islands together.
Photo from the private villa
Capture memories in a secluded villa.
So dumb, make you reconsider all that you know
A foolish action that forces you to reevaluate everything you believed.
The tide is rising
The situation is intensifying.
By my designing
This outcome was intentional on my part.
Somewhere that's sweeter (somewhere that's sweeter)
A place where life is more delightful.
Where they can't reach us (where they can't reach us)
A location where others cannot interfere with us.
No more wasted days between us
We should not spend any more unnecessary time apart.
Never meant to hurt you, I fucked up
I never intended to cause you pain, but I made a mistake.
I know it wasn't you
I understand that you are not to blame for what happened.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Alina Baraz, Mary Weitz, Spencer Stewart, Tyler Acord
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Levitica Caz
Lyrics: Situation nowhere it needs to be
Call it what you want and give me clarity
Don't leave me blinded, don't play that mind-shit
Deserve the finest from you
Focus on the way that I look in this light
Focus, baby, focus, I can change your life
You can't deny this, so hypnotizing
You know the timing is right
I'll meet you
Somewhere that's sweeter
Where they can't reach us
No more wasted days between us
I'll meet you (I'll meet you)
Somewhere that's sweeter
Where they can't rеach us
(Never meant to hurt you, I fuckеd up, I know it wasn't cool)
One way to the islands with ya, phone off in the private villa
Slow down, make you reconsider all that you know
The tide is rising by my designing
You know the timing is right
I'll meet you
Somewhere that's sweeter (somewhere that's sweeter)
Where they can't reach us (where they can't reach us)
No more wasted days between us
K P
Her music just takes the mind to another dimension of tranquility. Happy Birthday to Alina Baraz, I am so happy I found her music.
Baylee Schultz
Aa
Aviena S
I am just listening this song because of your comment and this song is good
Rxy
Same!! I discovered her during 2020 !! She helped give me peace throughout quarantine
𝓛𝓮𝓽𝓽𝔂 𝓢𝓸𝓼𝓪
Absolutely ♥️
Rodrigo
This one feels so futuristic yet so full of nostalgia?!?!
오해영 또또또
pefect way to describe it
María
!!!
Camila G
i seriously can’t get enough of her music it’s so therapeutic and calming
creize
She’s an Angel 🥺 so peaceful, so creative, and so touching 😌❤️