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 first movie is set to release on November 22nd, 2024.
Ariana Grande’s highly anticipated seventh studio album “eternal sunshine" was released on March 8th, 2024. The title is a reference to one of her favourite films, “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” which stars Jim Carrey. The album is a concept album inspired by the events of the film. The lead single “yes, and?" was released on January 12, 2024 and debuted at #1 on the Hot 100. eternal sunshine had a debut at #1 on the Global Spotify charts and on the Billboard 200. The album's 2nd single “we can't be friends (wait for your love)" also debuted at #1 on the Hot 100. During this album cycle, she collaborated with Mariah Carey, Brandy, Monica, Charli XCX, and Troye Sivan on various remixes.
Grande has received various accolades, including two Grammy Awards, ten VMAs, one Brit Award, two Billboard Music Awards, and three American Music Awards. All seven of Grande's full-length albums have been certified platinum by the RIAA. Grande has sold over 90 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Having amassed 98 billion streams globally as of 2021, Grande is one of the most-streamed artists of all time and became the first female artist to surpass 90 billion streams. She was the most-streamed female artist of the 2010s decade on Spotify and Apple Music, and was the only female artist to reach 3 billion total streams on the latter as of 2019. In 2024, Grande became the first artist to have five albums with multiple songs over a billion streams on Spotify. She is the only artist to debut the lead single from all their studio albums in the Top 10 of the Hot 100. Her signature ponytail hairstyle has become an iconic piece of pop culture iconography. 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. Her song "Thank U, Next" was in Rolling Stone's 2021 revision of their 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. In 2023, the magazine included Grande among the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.
Recording artists who have cited Grande as an influence or inspiration include Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Lana Del Rey, Bryson Tiller, Charlie Puth, Sufjan Stevens, Troye Sivan, Zara Larsson, Tate McRae, Madison Beer, Jung Kook, Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast, Giselle of aespa, and Meghan Trainor.
You & Me
Ariana Grande Lyrics
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Now I'm out here single, I don't really know what's next
But I ain't even trippin', I'mma chill and sit back
And I know they will be coming from the right and the left, left, left
I just broke up with my ex
You're the one I'm feeling as I'm laying on your chest
Good conversation got me holding my breath
And I don't normally say this but goddamn, you're the best, best, best
And if it feels right, promise I don't mind
And if it feels right, promise I'll stay here all night
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
As I'm laying on your chest
I'll be out here thinkin' 'bout it, boy, it's just a guess
But something just keeps telling me I'm better than the rest
And I ain't tryna rush you, but goddamn, I'm a mess, mess, mess
And if it feels right, promise I don't mind
And if it feels right, promise I'll stay here all night
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
I say, girl, you need a hot boy
She say, you need to stop fuckin' with them thots, boy
I say you need a real nigga she said yes Lord
And what you need your ex for, I'm triple X, Lord
Okay, Ariana my lil' mama, goodbye to the good girl
My ex tripping, it's no Biggie, I 2Pac, shook her
I'm laid up with my new thing
She lay her head on my new chain
Then the mood change
My name change from Lil Wayne to Ooh Wayne
Oh Lord, she grinding on this Grande
Oh Lord, I'm drowning, I'm gonna need that coast guard
And when it comes to that nigga, I give her amnesia
She just looking for love
She says she single and I'm her feature, oh my God
(You're no good, but it's time I love you, baby)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you (she's looking for love)
(I'm looking for love)
She's looking for love
(You're looking for love baby)
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you (she's looking for love)
(I'm looking for love babe)
She's just looking for love
She's just looking for love
I'mma give her that love
He gon' gimme that love
She's just looking for love
Boy, I'm looking for love, baby
I'mma give her that love
I'mma give her that
I'mma give her that
The lyrics to the song "Let Me Love You" by Ariana Grande and Lil Wayne are about two people who have just met after the singer's recent break-up with her ex-boyfriend. The singer explains how her ex is now in the past, and she is open to explore the potential of a new relationship with the person she is singing to. The lyrics are romantic and intimate, with lines such as "You're the one I'm feeling as I'm laying on your chest" and "Just let me love you."
The chorus of the song repeatedly asks the person to "just let me love you." This line is backed by the lyrics that describe how the singer is willing to be patient and go at the pace of the other person if they feel it is right. The lyrics show that the singer is confident in themselves, as they believe that they are better than anyone else the other person has dated before.
The rap verse by Lil Wayne brings a different perspective to the song, as he presents himself as the person the singer is trying to pursue. Wayne delivers a sexually suggestive verse in which he describes the physical contact between himself and the singer. He also talks about his reputation as a rapper, as well as the fact that he is more attractive to the singer than her ex-boyfriend.
Line by Line Meaning
I just broke up with my ex
Ariana recently ended a relationship.
Now I'm out here single, I don't really know what's next
She's uncertain about her future as a single woman.
But I ain't even trippin', I'mma chill and sit back
Despite the breakup, Ariana is relaxed about her situation.
And I know they will be coming from the right and the left, left, left
She's aware that potential romantic interests may come from unexpected places.
You're the one I'm feeling as I'm laying on your chest
Ariana is developing deep feelings for Lil Wayne.
Good conversation got me holding my breath
Lil Wayne and Ariana have an enjoyable and engaging conversation.
And I don't normally say this but goddamn, you're the best, best, best
Ariana is so impressed by Lil Wayne that she feels compelled to compliment him.
And if it feels right, promise I don't mind
Ariana is open to pursuing a romantic relationship with Lil Wayne.
Just let me lo-o-o-o-o-o-o-love you, you
Ariana wants to love Lil Wayne fully and completely.
I'll be out here thinkin' 'bout it, boy, it's just a guess
Ariana can't stop thinking about Lil Wayne and their potential future together.
But something just keeps telling me I'm better than the rest
Ariana feels like she and Lil Wayne have a special connection that sets them apart from others.
And I ain't tryna rush you, but goddamn, I'm a mess, mess, mess
Ariana doesn't want to pressure Lil Wayne into a relationship, but the emotions she's feeling are overwhelming.
I say, girl, you need a hot boy
Lil Wayne believes that Ariana needs a passionate and exciting partner.
She say, you need to stop fuckin' with them thots, boy
Ariana warns Lil Wayne to stay away from 'thots,' or women who are only interested in him for his fame and wealth.
I say you need a real nigga she said yes Lord
Lil Wayne sees himself as a genuine, authentic partner for Ariana, and she agrees.
And what you need your ex for, I'm triple X, Lord
Lil Wayne argues that he's a better partner than Ariana's previous flame, and emphasizes his expertise in the bedroom with a triple X rating.
My ex tripping, it's no Biggie, I 2Pac, shook her
Lil Wayne is not concerned with his past relationships, and he confidently references two famous rappers who were known for their bold and fearless attitudes.
She just looking for love
Ariana is simply seeking love and affection.
She says she single and I'm her feature, oh my God
Ariana is interested in entering into a relationship with Lil Wayne, and he's surprised and ecstatic about the opportunity.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ariana Grande, Dwayne Carter, Victoria Monet McCants, Thomas Lee Brown, Steven Robert Franks
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LYRICS
[Verse 1]
In case you haven't noticed
Well, everybody's tired
And healin' from somebody
Or somethin' we don't see just right
[Pre-Chorus]
Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (No one can tell you nothin')
Come on and walk this way through the fire (Don't care what's on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation
Just turn on your light and be like
[Chorus]
"Yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest, and
Be your own fuckin' best friend
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?"
[Verse 2]
Now, I'm so done with caring
What you think, no, I won't hide
Underneath your own projections
Or change my most authentic life
[Pre-Chorus]
Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (No one can tell you nothin')
Come on and walk this way through the fire (Don't care what's on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation
Just turn on your light and be like
[Chorus]
"Yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest, and
Be your own fuckin' best friend
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?" (Yeah)
[Bridge]
My tongue is sacred, I speak upon what I like
Protected, sexy, discerning with my time (My time)
Your energy is yours and mine is mine (It's mine, it's mine)
What's mine is mine
My face is sitting, I don't need no disguise (I don't need no disguise)
Don't comment on my body, do not reply
Your business is yours and mine is mine
Why do you care so much whose ** I ride?
Why?
[Chorus]
"Yes, and?" (Yes, and?)
Say that shit with your chest, and (Say that shit with your chest)
Be your own fuckin' best friend (Oh, be your own, be your own)
Say that shit with your chest (Say that shit with your chest, baby)
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?"
"Yes (Ooh), and?"
Say that shit with your chest (Ooh), and
Be your own fuckin' best (Be your own) friend
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?" (Yeah)
@boredcarmen8291
Even if she is innocent in this particular situation... they cannot deny the fact she has history in starting a relationship with men in relationships: hence "Break up with your gf I'm bored"
Some of her fans, are still blinded so here's my research:
1.) according to Naya Rivera (RIP) in her book... she was ghosted for days... so she went to Sean's place ( they're not broken up yet) and Ariana was sitting on the couch, the 2 of them... Ari is always there... when someone brakes up isn't it? and guess what happened next? Sean and Ari started dating
🤣
Ari has been spending time with Sean during the ghosting time... read between the lines.
and Naya is 100% right about Ariana being sus... and I'm glad everyone can see it now👍🏽
Thank you, next.
2.) Then, in 2018,
Cazzie (Pete Davidson's ex) found out about Grande and Davidson’s romance while aboard an airplane with her father, Larry David. “I scrolled through Twitter and saw that my ex of one day had a new girlfriend,” she wrote. “I think I probably left my human body. My dad held me as I shook uncontrollably in his arms for the entire flight.”
she slithered her way in again in another relationship... Ariana was spending time with Pete days before the brake up (a lot of pictures online I cant post them here)... please read between the lines...
3.) even Dalton Gomez ex posted something about about her after Ari and Dalton went official...
"when your man tells you dont worry about a certain girl... worry about her"
see, I'm doing all the research for them. you are welcome. May the universe give Ariana and her fans (just the fans defending her Immorality) the pain she caused these women. One day you'll have an "ariana" that will take your significant other away... 🕷
And soon karma will hit them in the face and say "Yes, and?"
@Elphaba23888
(wow they kept deleting this) Even if she is innocent in this particular situation... they cannot deny the fact she has history in starting a relationship with men in relationships: hence "Break up with your gf I'm bored"
Some of her fans, are still blinded so here's my research:
1.) according to Naya Rivera (RIP) in her book... she was ghosted for days... so she went to Sean's place ( they're not broken up yet) and Ariana was sitting on the couch, the 2 of them... Ari is always there... when someone brakes up isn't it? and guess what happened next? Sean and Ari started dating
🤣
Ari has been spending time with Sean during the ghosting time... read between the lines.
and Naya is 100% right about Ariana being sus... and I'm glad everyone can see it now👍🏽
Thank you, next.
2.) Then, in 2018,
Cazzie (Pete Davidson's ex) found out about Grande and Davidson’s romance while aboard an airplane with her father, Larry David. “I scrolled through Twitter and saw that my ex of one day had a new girlfriend,” she wrote. “I think I probably left my human body. My dad held me as I shook uncontrollably in his arms for the entire flight.”
she slithered her way in again in another relationship... Ariana was spending time with Pete days before the brake up (a lot of pictures online I cant post them here)... please read between the lines...
3.) even Dalton Gomez ex posted something about her after Ari and Dalton went official...
"when your man tells you dont worry about a certain girl... worry about her"
see, I'm doing all the research for you. you are welcome. May the universe give Ariana and her fans You (just the fans defending her Immorality) the pain she caused these women. One day you'll have an "ariana" that will take your significant other away... 🕷
And soon karma will hit you in the face and say "Yes, and?"
@momentsofloveromantic
Feels like something H&M would blast in their clothing stores honestly
@YeeHaww
@@brookec3016h&M would be bless to have a song like this playing at their trashy store 🙄🙄
@jdos5643
Or forever 21
@CreativeC13
It really sounds like it was written for someone else
@segamai
@jennette1256 You know how when you were a kid and music was evolving so fast you’d be like, I can’t even IMAGINE what the future is gonna sound like? And then you show a kid from 1991 this limp single lol
@daydreamer.rachel
Guess what, we do have it, and we love it ♥️✨
@LofiPlaylist-Music
I initially thought people were joking about how fitting this song is for H&M, but they were absolutely right. It really feels like something H&M would play in their clothing stores
@emeniel073
Okay
@theherits
Best music video ive ever seen , its on point and i love Ariana Shes one of the reasons i started my own youtube channel
@adisneny9479
https://youtube.com/@adisneny9479?si=SnopX4Rmta5tOr5l?sub_confirmation=1❤