Her debut album, Cheers to the Fall, was released on August 28, 2015. The album was produced by Adrian Gurvitz and Raphael Saadiq.
She was also featured in Rolling Stone's "10 New Artists You Need to Know" for July 2015. NPR's Katie Presley has praised her singing by saying it has "Eartha Kitt's unflappable confidence, Amy Winehouse's effortless grasp of classic jazz, Billie Holiday's access to raw emotion and Adele's range and pop sensibility."
On December 7, 2015 Day received two nominations at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards including Best R&B Performance for "Rise Up" and Best R&B Album for "Cheers to the Fall".
Forever Mine
Andra Day Lyrics
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Making moves and losing out
Played so many times before
And there ain't nothing to brag about
But this must be a new brew
When you're gone I'm singing Blue Moon
You turn me all the way around
I just want you to be, be
Forever mine (Be forever mine)
Be forever mine (Be forever mine)
Oh and there's nothing I can sing now
That ain't been sung before
Oh but your love is a standout
So go on ahead and take the floor
You had to Jimi my heart loose
Now I'm stuck in your voodoo
Pick me up, don't ever put me down
Look I'm tired of the fine line
I just want you to be, to be
Forever mine (be forever mine)
I want you to be forever mine (be forever mine)
The way that you move, never seen it before
Looking for my head, can't find it no more
You ransom my heart and I get the reward
Winning the crown like a Trojan horse
I come back, back, back every time
You got me shook like the Mobb when they rhyme
Come out of nowhere come blessing my life
I just want you to be forever mine, oh oh
(Be forever mine)
(Be forever mine)
Oh, but you was cooking up a new stew
Must have put something in my food
'Cause now I'm lost up in the clouds
Oh and I'm tired of the fine line
I just want you to be, be, be
Forever mine (be forever mine)
Oh you gotta be, be forever mine (be forever mine)
ta ta di da da da da da da da
(Be forever mine)
(Be forever mine)
The song Forever Mine by Andra Day has a slow, sultry sound that follows the lyrics of a heart that has been through many struggles in the game of love. The imagery of the chessboard that has been played so many times before and the moves made that resulted in losing out, creates an image of someone who is tired of playing games and is ready for something real. The singer seems to have found that with the person she is singing about. The chorus emphasizes the desire to have the person she loves be forever hers, indicating a sense of certainty and commitment that was not found in previous relationships.
The bridge in the song talks about how the love that the singer has found is unlike anything she has experienced before. It is something that stands out, "your love is a standout." This new love has the power to "Jimi [her] heart loose" or release her heart from any constraints that previously held it back. The reference to Jimi Hendrix emphasizes the intensity and passion of the love that has taken hold of her heart. The lines "You had to Jimi my heart loose, now I'm stuck in your voodoo" creates an image of someone who has been enchanted or entranced by the love of another. The overall theme of the song appears to be finding that one person who breaks through all the barriers and games, and creates a love that is permanent and forever.
Line by Line Meaning
My heart has been a chessboard
My heart has been played with many times before by various people, with each action leading to a certain consequence.
Making moves and losing out
With each game played, the outcome has not been very favorable for me.
Played so many times before
I have been in many relationships before this one and they have all had their struggles.
And there ain't nothing to brag about
Nothing good has ever come out of those past experiences.
But this must be a new brew
This current relationship is different from anything I've experienced before.
When you're gone I'm singing Blue Moon
When you're gone, I'm left feeling sad and lonely, searching for something to fill the void you left behind.
You turn me all the way around
You inspire feelings of happiness and joy in me, making everything else in my life seem insignificant.
And I'm tired of the fine line
I'm tired of the uncertainty that comes with a relationship and want something more permanent.
I just want you to be, be
I just want you to commit fully to me and be mine forever.
Forever mine (Be forever mine)
I want you to be mine for eternity and that's all I desire.
Oh and there's nothing I can sing now
Being in love has been written about many times before, but I still feel the need to express my feelings about you.
That ain't been sung before
Nevertheless, your love feels unique and deserving of its own anthem.
Oh but your love is a standout
Your love is rare and strikingly different from anything I have felt before.
So go on ahead and take the floor
You have my complete attention and I am ready to listen to everything you have to offer.
You had to Jimi my heart loose
You had to work hard to win my heart over and now I'm completely under your spell.
Now I'm stuck in your voodoo
I'm helplessly entranced by your spell and can't imagine ever wanting to leave.
Pick me up, don't ever put me down
I need you to always support and encourage me, never tear me down.
Look I'm tired of the fine line
I am fatigued by the casual tone of our relationship and want to commit fully.
I just want you to be, to be
I want you to commit fully to me and be mine forever.
Forever mine (be forever mine)
I want to be with you for eternity and that's all I desire.
The way that you move, never seen it before
The things you do and the way you act are unlike anything I have ever seen before.
Looking for my head, can't find it no more
I have completely lost myself to you and can't think clearly without your presence.
You ransom my heart and I get the reward
You won my heart fair and square and now I am reaping the benefits of being with you.
Winning the crown like a Trojan horse
I willingly surrendered to your love, and now I feel victorious because of it.
I come back, back, back every time
No matter how many times I try to resist, I always come back to you.
You got me shook like the Mobb when they rhyme
You make me so emotional and excited that I can't help but feel completely overwhelmed.
Come out of nowhere come blessing my life
You came into my life unexpectedly and have brought nothing but happiness and blessings.
I just want you to be forever mine, oh oh
I want you to commit fully to me and be mine forever, that's all that matters to me.
(Be forever mine)
I want to be with you forever and that's my only desire.
(Be forever mine)
I want you to commit fully to me and be mine for eternity, that's all that matters.
Oh, but you was cooking up a new stew
You brought something completely new into my life that I have never experienced before.
Must have put something in my food
I can't explain the intensity of my feelings, but something in my heart has been ignited since I met you.
Cause now I'm lost up in the clouds
I'm completely swept up in my feelings and can't think clearly without you.
Be be be
I want you to commit to me fully and forever.
I just want you to be, be, be
I want you to be with me without holding anything back or being afraid to commit.
Forever mine (be forever mine)
I want you to be mine forever and never let me go.
Oh you gotta be, be forever mine (be forever mine)
You have to be with me forever, I don't want to be without you.
ta ta di da da da da da da da
(Be forever mine)
I want to be with you forever and that's my only desire.
(Be forever mine)
I want you to commit fully to me and be mine for eternity, that's all that matters.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cassandra Monique Batie, Robert Kleiner, Harry Warren, Al Dubin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andra Day
Hey everybody thank you so much for the love. I really appreciate the support, keeps me encouraged and inspired. Bless ya'll :)
BrothasNArms
I am ashamed that I had to find out about u so late on the bet awards .ive watched everything you've uploaded since I first heard your performance last night .beautiful voice and personality you need millions of views NOW LBS
Jae
Andra Day OMG OMG OMG OMG. Your sound!!!!!!!!!!!! So freaking refreshing. Idk if you get tired of hearing the Amy comparisons, or if you're flattered, but either way it goes that's the vibe I get. except you have color :) :) Looking forward to checking out more of your music!!!!!!!! again........ OMG!
Kemosabe
+Andra Day you rocked at Wolftrap last night Doll. Bought your album! Keep rocking out!
Dennis Alvey
+Andra Day Just FYI, I'm a total metal, punk and rock fan. But sometimes.... I hear things outside those genres that I like. I literally heard 10 seconds of your music at the movie theater last night before seeing "Phoenix". Anyhow, I saw your name on the screen and immediately bought the record on itunes from my phone. I listened to it today and love it.
Ramone Reid- Felix
+Andra Day LOVE YOUR MUSIC Andra
sweetboo1022
How is she not more popular than 90% of the singers we hear on the radio today?. This voice is like magic
Mynawone Bidness
She's special, she has the golden voice. Her tone and inflection are flawless.
zac morris
hey come back and revisit
Mynawone Bidness
@zac morris Bayside or Andra Day?