Grande's second studio album, My Everything (2014), continued the pop-R&B sound of its predecessor and incorporated EDM elements. It topped the Billboard 200 and featured four US top-ten singles: "Problem", "Break Free", "Bang Bang", and "Love Me Harder" featuring The Weeknd, the most of any artist that year. Grande's pop-R&B styles extended on her third studio album, Dangerous Woman (2016), which was her first of three consecutive number-one albums in the UK, and spawned top ten hits such as the Grammy nominated title track and "Side to Side".
On her next two albums, Sweetener (2018) and Thank U, Next (2019), Grande experimented with trap while maintaining her characteristic pop-R&B tones; being projects with her most creative control yet and showing a more personal and vulnerable side, both debuted at number one in several countries and were acclaimed by music critics. The former won a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album and spawned the international top three hit "No Tears Left to Cry", while the latter broke several streaming records. Grande became the first solo artist to hold the top three spots on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously when "7 Rings", "Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored" and "Thank U, Next" did so in 2019. She is also the first artist to have the lead singles from each of their first six studio albums debut within the top ten in the US.
Grande released her sixth studio album, Positions (2020) with its lead single, "Positions" debuting at number one in the US and the UK simultaneously. The song became her third number one hit in the US following "Stuck With U" in collaboration with Justin Bieber and "Rain On Me", also in collaboration with Lady Gaga. A deluxe version of Positions was released in February 2021, with four new songs and a remix of "34+35" featuring Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion. The remix helped the song peak at number two, the highest-charting song credited to three or more female soloist since 2001 when "Lady Marmalade" performed by Christina Aguilera, Mýa, P!nk, and Lil Kim peaked at number one. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming her fifth album to do so. In April 2021, a remix of The Weeknd's "Save Your Tears" was released featuring Grande. The song reached number one in both the US Hot 100 and the Canadian Hot 100. It spent a total of 69 weeks in the US charts, becoming one of the ten longest-running songs in that chart since its publication.
In November 2021, it was announced that Grande would star in the two-part film adaptation of the musical Wicked. The movie is set to release on November 24th, 2024.
Ariana Grande’s highly anticipated seventh studio album “eternal sunshine" was released on March 8th, 2024. The title references to one of her favourite films, “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” which stars Jim Carrey. The lead single “yes, and?" was released on January 12, 2024. This song was inspired by Madonna’s “Vogue”and captures the sound of house. eternal sunshine had a debut at #1 on the Global Spotify charts, and earned the most streamed album in 2024 so far.
Grande has received various accolades, including two Grammy Awards, one Brit Award, two Billboard Music Awards, and three American Music Awards. All five of Grande's full-length albums have been certified platinum by the RIAA. As one of the leading streaming pioneers in the world, she has amassed over 35 billion streams on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music and is the most listened female on the latter two. An influential figure on social media, she is an outspoken feminist and supporter for LGBT rights. She asserts control over her public image and is known for her ponytail hairdo and bold fashion statements. In February 2019, she became the most followed woman on Instagram. Forbes ranked her amongst the highest-paid celebrities in 2019, and Time named Grande as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016 and 2019. Billboard recognized her as the "Woman of the Year" in 2018.
Focus (snippet
Ariana Grande Lyrics
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And that ain’t gonna change
So go ahead and talk your talk
Cause I won’t take the bait
I’m over here doing what I like
I’m over here working day and night
If my real ain’t real enough
I’m sorry for you bae
Let’s find a light inside our universe now
Where ain’t nobody keep on holding us down
Just come and get it let them say what they say
Cause I’m about to put them all away
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
I can tell you’re curious
It’s written on your lips
Ain’t no need to hold it back
Go ahead and talk your shit
I know you’re hoping that I’ll react
I know you’re hoping I’m looking back
But if my real ain’t real enough
Then I don’t know what is
Let’s find a light inside our universe now
Where ain’t nobody keep on holding us down
Just come and get it let them say what they say
Cause I’m about to put them all away
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
One, two, three, come on girls
(Uh hey)
You're gonna like it
(Hey)
Ba da ba ba ba da da da
(Focus on me)
Come on now
Now
(Focus on me)
Let’s find a light inside our universe now
Where ain’t nobody keep on holding us down
Just come and get it let them say what they say
Cause I’m about to put them all away
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
F-f-focus on me
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
Focus on me
(Focus)
F-f-focus on me
(Focus on me)
(Woo)
In "Focus," Ariana Grande is confidently declaring that she knows exactly what she wants and isn't going to let anyone interfere with her goals. The opening lines, "I know what I came to do / And that ain't gonna change" demonstrate her unshakeable sense of purpose. She acknowledges that people may try to talk negatively about her, but she won't engage with their negative energy ("Cause I won't take the bait"). She's proud of the work she's putting in, singing "I'm over here doing what I like / I'm over here working day and night."
The chorus, "Focus on me, f-f-focus on me" reiterates both her self-assuredness and her desire to be the center of attention. She's asking her listeners (and the people in her life) to give her their full attention as she pursues her goals ("Just come and get it let them say what they say / 'Cause I'm about to put them all away").
Overall, "Focus" is a powerful anthem for self-confidence, determination, and a refusal to let others bring you down. In the music video, Ariana and her dancers wear mod 1960s fashion and perform in front of a colorful, futuristic backdrop, adding to the song's vibe of self-assurance and empowerment.
Line by Line Meaning
I know what I came to do
I am aware of my purpose
And that ain’t gonna change
My goals are firm
So go ahead and talk your talk
People can say what they want
Cause I won’t take the bait
I won't let others control my reactions
I’m over here doing what I like
I am pursuing my passions
I’m over here working day and night
I am dedicated to my craft
If my real ain’t real enough
If what I am doing is not genuine
I’m sorry for you bae
That is unfortunate for you
Let’s find a light inside our universe now
We should seek inspiration within ourselves
Where ain’t nobody keep on holding us down
We should not let anyone limit our potential
Just come and get it let them say what they say
We should ignore others' opinions and strive for success
Cause I’m about to put them all away
Because I am going to prove them wrong
Focus on me
Pay attention to me
F-f-focus on me
Emphasize how important it is to focus on me
(Woo)
Exclamation of excitement/motivation
I can tell you’re curious
I sense your interest
It’s written on your lips
Your expression gives it away
Ain’t no need to hold it back
There's no reason to hide it
Go ahead and talk your shit
Say what you want
I know you’re hoping that I’ll react
You expect me to respond
I know you’re hoping I’m looking back
You are anticipating my attention
But if my real ain’t real enough
Again, if what I am doing isn't genuine
Then I don’t know what is
I am confident in my authenticity
One, two, three, come on girls
Counting down to hype up her listeners
(Uh hey)
Exclamation of excitement/motivation
You're gonna like it
You'll love this song
(Hey)
Exclamation of excitement/motivation
Ba da ba ba ba da da da
Onomatopoeic sounds to add to the song
Come on now
Let's get hyped
Focus on me
Pay attention to me
F-f-focus on me
Emphasize how important it is to focus on me
(Woo)
Exclamation of excitement/motivation
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Billo36
on 7 rings
Its a good song
Kgasa
on Love Me Harder
Tell me something I need to know
Then take my breath and never let it go
If you just let me invade your space
I'll take the pleasure, take it with the pain
And if in the moment, I bite my lip
Baby, in that moment, you'll know this is
Something bigger than us and beyond bliss
Give me a reason to believe it
'Cause if you want to keep me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder
And if you really need me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder
(Lo-love me harder)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Love me, love me, love me
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Harder, harder, harder
I know your motives and you know mine
The ones that love me, I tend to leave behind
If you know about me and choose to stay
Then take this pleasure and take it with the pain
And if in the moment you bite your lip
When I get you moaning, you know it's real
Can you feel the pressure between your hips?
I'll make it feel like the first time
'Cause if you want to keep me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder
(I'ma love you harder)
And if you really need me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder (love me, baby, love me)
(Lo-love me harder)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Love me, love me, love me
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Harder, harder, harder (oh)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Love me, love me, love me
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Harder, harder, harder (you gotta love me harder)
So what do I do if I can't figure it out? (Figure it out)
You got to try, try, try again, yeah (whoa)
So what do I do if I can't figure it out? (Figure it out)
I'm gonna leave, leave, leave again
'Cause if you want to keep me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder
(I'ma love you, love you, love)
And if you really need me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder
(Got to love me, baby)
'Cause if you want to keep me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta
Got to love me harder
(Love me harder)
And if you really need me
You gotta, gotta, gotta, gotta (I'ma do it, do it, do it)
Got to love me harder
(I'ma love you harder, hey)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Love me, love me, love me (love me)
Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh
Harder, harder, harder
(Boy, you gotta love me, love me, baby)
Love me, love me, love me
(Just a little bit harder, harder, baby)
Harder, harder, harder
jada
on Santa Tell Me
i mean USA sry
jada
on Santa Tell Me
my Chromebook at school
Winter
on 7 rings
I LOVE THIS SONG
Jamelsakka
on 34+35 Remix (feat. Doja Cat, Megan Thee Stallion) - Remix
Nice
Dominique
on break up with your boyfriend
yuh yuh
Helium
on Positions
Nice
ethan
on Positions
what up
jazmin viente
on Be Alright
fan