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.
To Me
Alina Baraz Lyrics
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I stay alone
Protect my energies
Found a little love
Lost my sanity
(Can we do it over?)
And then one day it just came to me
(Can we do it over?)
I'm not asking for too much
I'm asking the wrong motherfucker
Just 'cause we're in love
Doesn't mean that we're right for each other
Can't keep makin' a home out of you
Just 'cause you're asking me to
I'm not asking for too much
(Can we do it over?)
Here's to
Good people, good nights
Good highs, good health
Some tears, some stress
But I count my blessings
Here's to
Good music, great sex
Little time to feel alive
Little time to get it right
Back to, to another place in time
Where I give myself the chance to find
What it is, what it is that I like
I'm just tryna grow
Keep an open mind
Go ahead, do your thing
Take your time
Tell me what it is, what it is that you find
Not asking for too much
I'm asking the wrong motherfucker
So here's to
Good people, good nights
Good highs, good health
Some tears, some stress
But I count my blessings
Here's to
Good music, great sex
Little time to feel alive
Little time to get it right
When it comes to you I lose my control
You move like the water half time
And every time I leave, I lose more than I know
(Can we do it over?)
(Can we do it over?)
Let me talk my shit
Let me talk my shit and go
Let me talk my shit
Then I'll go
Let me go
Let me go
The song "To Me" by Alina Baraz is a song about self-love and staying true to oneself. The lyrics reflect the ups and downs of a relationship where the singer is asking for a second chance. The song starts off with the singer saying that it has been a while since they heard from their partner, and that they have been protecting their energies while also finding love and losing their sanity. The chorus expresses that the singer is not asking for too much, but is asking the wrong person for it, and that just because they are in love, it does not mean that they are right for each other. The singer is not willing to continue making a home out of their partner if they are not compatible.
The second verse of the song acknowledges the ups and downs of life, with the singer counting their blessings and being grateful for the good things in their life, such as good people, good nights, and good music. The singer also talks about growing and keeping an open mind. The bridge of the song talks about how the singer loses control when they are with their partner, and that they lose more than they know every time they leave. The song ends with the singer saying that they will talk their shit and then go, asking to be let go. Overall, the song is a powerful message about self-love and not settling for anything less than what one deserves in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been a while since you heard from me
It has been quite some time since I last spoke with you.
I stay alone
I prefer to be by myself most of the time.
Protect my energies
I try to safeguard my inner peace and emotional wellbeing.
Found a little love
I have fallen for someone.
Lost my sanity
My love for this person has thrown me off balance and made me act irrational.
(Can we do it over?)
Can we start over and try something different?
I'm not asking for too much
I don't have extravagant expectations.
I'm asking the wrong motherfucker
Perhaps I should direct my requests towards someone else.
Just 'cause we're in love
Just because we have strong romantic feelings for each other.
Doesn't mean that we're right for each other
Our relationship might not be the best fit even if we care for each other deeply.
Can't keep makin' a home out of you
I can't keep relying on you as my sole source of comfort and stability.
Just 'cause you're asking me to
Just because you are requesting that I do so.
Here's to
A toast to...
Good people, good nights
Celebrating the company of good friends and experiencing enjoyable evenings.
Good highs, good health
Mentions experiencing happiness and good physical wellbeing.
Some tears, some stress
Acknowledging that life isn't always perfect, and there will be hardships.
But I count my blessings
I try to appreciate what I have.
Good music, great sex
Further celebrating pleasurable experiences.
Little time to feel alive
Being grateful for life and making the most of the time we have.
Little time to get it right
Time is fleeting, so it's essential to take every opportunity to improve and move forward.
Back to, to another place in time
Reflecting on the past and the different choices that could have been made.
Where I give myself the chance to find
Allowing myself the opportunity to explore and figure out what I want out of life.
What it is, what it is that I like
Exploring my interests and desires.
I'm just tryna grow
I'm striving for personal development and striving towards improvement.
Keep an open mind
Staying receptive to new ideas and new perspectives.
Go ahead, do your thing
Encouraging someone to pursue what makes them happy.
Tell me what it is, what it is that you find
Asking someone to share their interests and desires with me.
When it comes to you I lose my control
I find myself swept away by my feelings for you.
You move like the water half time
You are unpredictable and ever-changing.
And every time I leave, I lose more than I know
I underestimate the depth of my attachment to you.
(Can we do it over?)
Can we try to start this relationship anew?
Let me talk my shit
Allow me to express myself candidly.
And go
Once I finish speaking my truth, I will leave.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alina Baraz, Mary Weitz, Spencer Stewart, Tyler Acord
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@elennemusic
"Just cause we're in love doesn't mean we're right for each other"
...that lyric hit the spot
@tiffanymcintyre8375
YES!!
@cinthiaguerrero4523
I felt it too
@kylo7324
Didn't it though!!???🤯
@yourgirlfriendwannabeme
Oooofff
@disasterartiest671
This lyric gives Brown and Asian parents all the more reason to set their kids up for "Arranged Marriages". Well, we screwed, fam. ;-;
@sinovuyocinani7584
" Some tears. Some stress. But I count my blessings"
There's more to life than being stuck loving someone who doesn't love you back. 💖
@thealmighty9819
talk yo shit then!!!!!!
@sunshineandstarlight
Yes, love. 🥰✌💞🌿
@AA-rq4zs
Wow this made me cry. Thank you for this comment I needed this.