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.
Rain On Me
Ariana Grande Lyrics
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I only asked you to show me a real good time
I never asked for the rainfall
At least I showed up, you showed me nothing at all
It's coming down on me
Water like misery
It's coming down on me
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Rain on me, rain, rain
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Rain on me
Rain on me
Mmm, oh yeah, baby
Rain on me
Living in a world where no one's innocent
Oh, but at least we try
Gotta live my truth, not keep it bottled in
So I don't lose my mind
Baby, yeah
I can feel it on my skin
It's coming down on me
Teardrops on my face
Water like misery
Let it wash away my sins
It's coming down on me
Let it wash away
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Rain on me, rain, rain
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Rain on me
Rain on me
Rain on me
Oh yeah, yeah
Rain on me, ooh yeah
Rain on me
Rain on me
Hands up to the sky
I'll be your galaxy, I'm about to fly
Rain on me, tsunami
Hands up to the sky
I'll be your galaxy, I'm about to fly
Rain on me
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Rain on me, rain, rain
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Rain on me
I hear the thunder coming down, won't you rain on me?
Rain on me
I hear the thunder coming down, won't you rain on me?
Rain on me
In Ariana Grande & Lady Gaga's song "Rain on Me," the two singers express their willingness to let go and allow life's difficulties to wash over them. The chorus suggests that the rain is a metaphor for the struggles and hardships of life, whereas the verses address topics of resilience, self-awareness, and empowerment.
In the first verse, Ariana sings about her desire to have fun and experience new things, but also states that she never asked for any kind of difficulties that might arise during this adventure. Gaga's verse, on the other hand, talks about the importance of being honest and truthful about oneself, even if it isn't always pleasant.
In the chorus, the two singers reiterate that they'd rather be dry if it were up to them, but they recognize that life isn't always that easy. However, they've made peace with it and are ready to face whatever comes their way.
The bridge of the song takes on a different tone. It suggests that, even though the world can be a difficult and unforgiving place, people shouldn't stop trying to be good and do the right thing. There's a sense of hope and a belief that change is possible if people continue to try.
Overall, "Rain on Me" is a powerful anthem about resilience, perseverance, and acceptance. It's a reminder that, no matter what happens, people have the strength to weather any storm.
Line by Line Meaning
I didn't ask for a free ride
I didn't ask for an easy way out
I only asked you to show me a real good time
I just wanted to have fun with you
I never asked for the rainfall
I never asked for trouble or sadness
At least I showed up, you showed me nothing at all
I made an effort to be here, but you didn't even try
It's coming down on me
Life is getting harder
Water like misery
Sadness feels like it's drowning me
I'm ready, rain on me
I'm ready to face my troubles head-on
I'd rather be dry, but at least I'm alive
I'd rather not face sadness, but I'm grateful to be alive
Rain on me, rain, rain
Bring on the sadness, let's face it together
Living in a world where no one's innocent
The world isn't always fair
Oh, but at least we try
We may not be perfect, but we do our best
Gotta live my truth, not keep it bottled in
I need to be true to myself and not hide my feelings
So I don't lose my mind
So my mental health doesn't suffer
I can feel it on my skin
I feel the pain and struggle on a personal level
Teardrops on my face
Crying is a natural response to sadness
Let it wash away my sins
Let the rain cleanse me and bring me peace
Hands up to the sky
I'm ready to face my troubles and reach for the stars
I'll be your galaxy, I'm about to fly
I'm powerful and ready to soar through life
Rain on me, tsunami
The sadness feels overwhelming, like a tidal wave
I hear the thunder coming down, won't you rain on me?
I know the sadness is coming, but I'm ready to face it
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alexander Ridha, Ariana Grande, Betty Wright, Jeremiah Burden, Martin Bresso, Matthew James Burns, Michael Tucker, Nija Aisha Alayja Charles, Rami Yacoub, Stefani J. Germanotta, Vernetta Lynn Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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