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.
Maybe
Alina Baraz Lyrics
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What can I say when I know you're not here to stay?
I can't explain something I don't understand
Why did I let this get out of hand?
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Why do I let you cross the line every time?
Why do I stay if I know you're not mine?
Right on your skin, I know that love used to glow
How can I let you go if I know I'm so close?
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
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Maybe
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The lyrics to Alina Baraz & Galimatias's song, "Maybe," describe a situation where the singer is struggling to come to terms with their feelings for someone who they know is not going to be with them in the long term. The lyrics express the internal conflict between letting go of someone who they have strong feelings for and holding on to the possibility that maybe things could work between them in the future. The opening lines, "What do I do when there's too much of me, too little of you? What can I say when I know you're not here to stay?" illustrate how the singer feels like they are investing more in the relationship than the other person is. They struggle with understanding their own feelings, "I can't explain something I don't understand. Why did I let this get out of hand?"
The chorus, "Maybe I'll get you out of my head. Maybe I'll forget all the things you said. Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes. Maybe I'll forget you, some other time," further highlights the singer's internal struggles. They acknowledge that the person they are attracted to is not truthful in their intentions, but they still cannot stop themselves from feeling attracted to them. They hope that with time, they can move on from the relationship, but they know that it won't be easy.
Overall, the song captures the essence of what it feels like to be in a complicated relationship. It conveys the complex emotions and thought processes that individuals go through when they are involved with someone they know they shouldn't be with.
Line by Line Meaning
What do I do when there's too much of me, too little of you?
Feeling overwhelmed by my own emotions, while simultaneously feeling the absence of yours, creates a sense of confusion and uncertainty.
What can I say when I know you're not here to stay?
Accepting the temporary nature of our relationship leaves me at a loss for words, because I don't want to ruin the moment with the truth.
I can't explain something I don't understand
My emotions are complex and confusing, and I struggle to comprehend them, let alone articulate them.
Why did I let this get out of hand?
Looking back, I regret allowing my emotions to take control, leading to a messy situation that I don't know how to clean up.
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Perhaps with time and distance, I'll be able to stop obsessing over you and move on.
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
I hope to one day be free of the weight of your words and the impact they've had on me.
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
You may not always say what you mean, but I can see the truth in your eyes, leaving me unsure of where we stand.
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
It's unclear whether I want to forget you entirely, or if I just need more distance and time to process my feelings and move forward.
Why do I let you cross the line every time?
Despite knowing the consequences, I can't resist the pull of your presence and the risk of crossing boundaries.
Why do I stay if I know you're not mine?
Although I recognize we don't truly belong to each other, I still find myself unable to let go and walk away.
Right on your skin, I know that love used to glow
I can still sense the remnants of what was once a passionate connection, but it's now faded and uncertain.
How can I let you go if I know I'm so close?
The thought of leaving you behind is daunting, as we remain tied together in proximity and history.
Maybe
Throughout the song, the repeated use of 'maybe' highlights the singer's uncertainty and ambivalence towards their emotions and their relationship with the other person.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alina Baraz, Matias Saabye Peschcke-Koedt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@EgoDeather
Lps/KJ, Try these:
MTNS - Fears
Flight Facilities - Clair De Lune
PinBack - Loro
Billie Eilish & Astronomyy - Ocean Eyes (Astronomyy Edit)
Ghost Loft - Seconds
Odesza - It's Only
Banks - Brain
XXYYXX - About You
Flume - Insane
@d0r1en0
What do I do when there's too much of me, too little of you?
What can I say when I know you're not here to stay?
I can't explain something I don't understand.
Why did I let this get out of hand?
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
Why do I let you cross the line every time?
Why do I stay if I know you're not mine?
Ride on your skin, I know that love used to glow
How can I let you go if I know I'm so close?
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
@sibihontas
This is my jam in Sunday nights... Loved this song.
What do I do when there's too much of me, too little of you
What can I say when I now you're not here to stay
I can't explain something I dont understand...
Why this I let this get out of hand
Baby I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll focus all the things that you say
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
Why do I let you close the line. Everytime.
Why do I stay, If I know you're not mine
Right on your skin, I know that low used to close
How can I let you go If I know I'm so close
Maybe, I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll focus I'll the things that you say
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time...
@Ellie-nw1uz
"Maybe"
(feat. Galimatias)
What do I do when there's too much of me, too little of you?
What can I say when I know you're not here to stay?
I can't explain something I don't understand.
Why did I let this get out of hand?
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
Why do I let you cross the line every time?
Why do I stay if I know you're not mine?
Right on your skin, I know that love used to glow
How can I let you go if I know I'm so close?
Maybe I'll get you out of my head
Maybe I'll forget all the things you said
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes
Maybe I'll forget you some other time
@becxray9865
What do I do when there's too much of me, too little of you.
What can I say when I know you're not here to stay.
I can't explain something I dont understand.
Why did I let this get out of hand.
Baby I'll get you out of my head.
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Maybe I'll focus all the things that you said.
Lies on your lips, but there's love in your eyes.
Maybe I'll forget you some other time.
Why do I let you cross the line. Everytime.
Why do I stay, If I know you're not mine.
Right on your skin, I know that love used to close.
How can I let you go If I know I'm so close.
Rep*
Correct me if I'm wrong
@thesoundyouneed1
The creative genius Galimatias and the incredible vocalist Alina Baraz are back on TSYN with another brillant track. Close your eyes and let the song caress you ear drum with the loving embrace of its melody and Alina's soothing vocals. You'll end up in an another dimension. Support them / buy the full EP here: http://apple.co/1eiq1pG
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Alina Baraz & Galimatias - Fantasy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fa2RIlsbOvA
Tora - Jaigantic (Galimatias Remix)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-X8iXZejjU
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@agentmusic1982
True talent! :)
@momo.047
OMG!!
TEST THIS SONG WITH
JBL Charge 2+
THATS DANCING!!!!
@222JJJKKK1
+zRoxFX I have two JBL Professional monitors sounds amazing
@clementebenavides4557
+EarToTheGround KRK Rokit monitors :D
@beatrizmarin4132
TheSoundYouNeed lol
@justruslana
amazing...
@Dorit4sGamer
Amazing indeed
@stephendenney3919
her voice is like silk
@mysticfalcon8844
Agree