sweetener
Ariana Grande Lyrics


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When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

I like the way you lick the bowl (sheesh)
Somehow your method touches my soul (sheesh, yeah)
It lifts me up to heights unknown (ayy)
So when they ask, "How's life?" I go (sheesh, sheesh)

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

Your mama sent us horoscopes (sheesh)
Had so much fun watching them unfold (sheesh, yeah)
You said she like me, I smiled, I know (ayy)
So when they ask, "How's life?" I go (sheesh, sheesh)

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

And then we lay it back, talk the rest of the night
Things that we can light make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Talking about what you wanna do, whether it's wrong or right
I am followin' you 'cause you make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Say, I don't know what I'd do without you in my life, it'd be so sour
I'm hoping that everybody can experience what we have in ours

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt (sheesh, sheesh)
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (sheesh, sheesh)

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it




You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
You make me say oh, babe

Overall Meaning

The song Sweetener by Ariana Grande talks about a person who brings sweetness and positivity to the singer’s life, making it easier to overcome the bitterness and challenges of life. The lyrics metaphorically compare life to dealing cards that sometimes taste like salt, representing the hardships and struggles that people face. The “sweetener” mentioned in the lyrics is the individual who can turn things around and bring positivity, hope, and happiness back into someone’s life.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the impact that this individual has on the singer, referencing the ways they make her say “oh”. The lyrics list a series of actions that the sweetener does such as “licking the bowl”, “mixing and kissing” and “talking the rest of the night”. The verses also mention the involvement of the sweetener’s mother, who sent them horoscopes, and the fun they had watching them unfold.


The overall theme of the song is about the importance of having someone who can bring a positive perspective and energy to your life, especially during difficult times. It encourages listeners to seek out and appreciate the sweeteners in their lives, who can make everything taste a little less like salt and more like sugar.


Line by Line Meaning

When life deals us cards
When we face difficult situations in life


Make everything taste like it is salt
Everything seems bitter and unpleasant


Then you come through like the sweetener you are
You, as a person, make everything better and pleasant


To bring the bitter taste to a halt
You stop the unpleasantness and bring relief


And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
You perfectly understand my needs and fulfill them


Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
You never miss an opportunity to make me feel good


Flip it, flip it, flip it
You change things around to make them more enjoyable


You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Your actions make me feel excited and amazed


Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
You add fun and creativity to everything you do


Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
You combine different elements to create something amazing


Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You show love and affection in everything you do


Your mama sent us horoscopes (sheesh)
We received horoscopes from your mother


Had so much fun watching them unfold (sheesh, yeah)
We enjoyed reading and discovering the horoscopes together


You said she like me, I smiled, I know (ayy)
You told me your mother likes me and I was happy about it


And then we lay it back, talk the rest of the night
We relax and chat all night long


Things that we can light make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Talking about inspiring topics and enjoying each other's company makes me excited


Talking about what you wanna do, whether it's wrong or right
Discussing our desires and plans, regardless of their morality


I am followin' you 'cause you make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
I trust and admire you because you bring excitement and joy to my life


Say, I don't know what I'd do without you in my life, it'd be so sour
I can't imagine living without you, it would be unbearable


I'm hoping that everybody can experience what we have in ours
I wish for everyone to feel the happiness and excitement we share


To bring the bitter taste to a halt (sheesh, sheesh)
You bring sweetness and joy to our lives


You make me say oh, babe
You make me feel so happy and excited




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ariana Grande, Pharrell Williams

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Lyrics:

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

I like the way you lick the bowl
Somehow your method touches my soul
It lifts me up to heights unknown
So when they ask, "How's life?" I go (sheesh, sheesh)

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To to bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

Your mama sent us horoscopes (horoscopes)
Had so much fun watching them unfold (watch them unfold)
You said she like me, I smiled, I know
So when they ask, "How's life?" I go (sheesh, sheesh)

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

And then we lay it back, talk the rest of the night
Things that we can light make me say oh, oh
Talking about what you wanna do, whatever's wrong or right
I am followin' you 'cause you make me say oh, oh
Say, I don't know what I'd do without you in my life, it'd be so sour
I'm hoping that everybody can experience what we have in ours

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
You make me say oh, babe

After a day: TYY for 200 likes!!✨❤️



@efrainmagallon3224

Blazed✅
Sweetener✅
The light is coming✅
Breathin'✅
No tears left to cry✅
Pete Davidson✅
Better off✅
God is a woman✅
Raindrops✅
Goodnight n go✅
Everytime✅
Succesful✅
Get well soon✅
Borderline✅
R.E.M.✅


It's done
♡☁



@Swiftieve13

Mine:
Non-Singles:
1. Sweetener
2. Bloodline
3. Why Try
4. You'll Never Know
5. Greedy
Honorable Mentions: One Last Time, Daydreamin
Singles:
1. Dangerous Woman
2. No Tears Left To Cry
3. Santa Tell Me
4. Breakup With Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored
5. 7 Rings
Honorable Mentions: Thank You Next, Positions, POV, Break Free, Problem
Unreleased:
1. Communicate
2. Motivation (Ariana's Version)
3. Jada (Version 2)
4. Fanasize
5. Real
Honorable Mentions: Hi, Jada (Version 1)



@hannahworthington1158

Lyrics:

Chorus:
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

Post chorus:
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

Verse 1:
I like the way you lick the bowl (sheesh)
Somehow your method touches my soul (sheesh, yeah)
It lifts me up to heights unknown (ayy)
So when they ask, “how’s life?” I go
(sheesh, sheesh)

Chorus:
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

Post chorus:
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

Verse 2:
Your mama sent us horoscopes (sheesh)
Had so much fun watching them unfold (sheesh, yeah)
You said she liked me, I smiled, I know (ayy)
So when they ask , “how’s life?” I go
(Sheesh, sheesh)

Chorus:
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

Post chorus:
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

Bridge:
And then we lay it back, talk the rest if the night
Things that only we can light make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Talking ‘bout what you wanna do, whether it’s wrong or right
I am followin’ you ‘cause you make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Said I don’t not know what I’d do without you in my life, it’d be so sour
I’m hoping everybody can experience what we have in ours

Chorus:
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt (sheesh, sheesh)
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (sheesh, sheesh)

Post chorus:
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
You make me say oh, babe




Plz don’t hate on me I wasn’t begging for likes I was just looking to see how many people here love love loved Ariana grande. I don’t have room for your hate so take it somewhere else. Love ari she slays everything!!
Sweetener is my fav album yet! Like if you love love love ariana!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🌙🌙🌙🌙
Edit: thx so so so so much for all the likes I’ve never had this happen to me before!! ❤️❤️



@Nicholas-kt4ul

"sweetener"
Ariana Grande (From 'Sweetener')

[Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
When life deals us cards (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Make everything taste like it is salt (Ayy, ooh, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Then you come through like the sweetener you are (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)

[Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (Ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (Ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)

[Verse 1: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
I like the way you lick the bowl (You lick the bowl, sheesh)
Somehow your method touches (Sheesh!) my soul (Sheesh, touches my soul, yeah)
It lifts me up to heights unknown (Ayy, Sweetener, sweetener, sweetener, sweetener, sweetener)
So when they ask, "How's life?" (Sheesh!) I go (Sheesh!)

[Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
When life deals us cards (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Make everything taste like it is salt (Ayy, ooh, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Then you come through like the sweetener you are (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)

[Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (Ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (Ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)

[Verse 2: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
Your mama sent us horoscopes (Us horoscopes, sheesh)
Had so much fun watching them unfold (Sheesh, watching them unfold, yeah)
You said she like me, I smile (Ayy), I know (Sweetener, sweetener, sweetener, sweetener, sweetener)
So when they ask, "How's life?" (Sheesh!) I go (Sheesh!)

[Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
When life deals us cards (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Make everything taste like it is salt (Ayy, ooh, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Then you come through like the sweetener you are (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)

[Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (Ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (Ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)

[Bridge: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
And then we lay it back, talk the rest of the night
Things that we can light make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
Talking 'bout what you wanna do, whether it’s wrong or right
I am followin' you 'cause you make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
(Hey) Said I don't know what I'd do without you in my life (ayy), it'd be so sour (Sweetener, ayy)
I'm hoping that everybody can experience what we have in ours (Sweetener, sweetener, ayy, ayy, ayy, sweetener, ayy, ayy, ayy)

[Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
When life deals us cards (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy)
Make everything taste like it is salt (Sheesh, sheesh!)
Then you come through like the sweetener (Ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy, ayy) you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (Sheesh, sheesh!)

[Chorus: Ariana Grande & Pharrell]
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (Ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (Ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it (Sweetener, sweetener, sweetener, sweet)
You make me say oh (Sheesh!), oh (Sheesh!)
You make me say oh, babe!
Hey, ayy, oh yeah…



@moonlight-ij1ni

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

I like the way you lick the bowl (sheesh)
Somehow your method touches my soul (sheesh, yeah)
It lifts me up to heights unknown (ayy)
So when they ask, "How's life? "
I go (sheesh, sheesh)

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it (ayy)
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it (ayy)
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

Your mama sent us horoscopes (sheesh)
Had so much fun watching them unfold (sheesh, yeah)
You said she like me, I smiled, I know (ayy)
So when they ask, "How's life? "
I go (sheesh, sheesh)

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)

And then we lay it back
Talk the rest of the night
Things that we can light make me say oh, oh
(sheesh, sheesh)
Talking about what you wanna do
Whether it's wrong or right
I am followin' you
'Cause you make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Say, I don't know what I'd do
Without you in my life, it'd be so sour
I'm hoping that everybody can experience
What we have in ours

When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt (sheesh, sheesh)
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt (sheesh, sheesh)

And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (sheesh, sheesh)
You make me say oh, babe



@kadinsisavat

She should do a makeup line:
Moonlight(a dark blue with glitter)
Greedy(a ugly green but looks cute when apply lol)
Sweetener(pink matte)
Dangerous woman(sexy purple)
Ari(yellow matte)
R.E.M.( hot red with glitter)
Honeymoon avenue(sunset orange)

Idk why I'm doing this😂
Edit: if you guys have any idea, just put it down xD



@marimarina6596

Letra:
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
I like the way you lick the bowl (You lick the bowl)
Somehow your method touches my soul (Touches my soul)
It lifts me up to heights unknown
So when they ask, how's life?, I go
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
Your mama sent us horoscopes (Us horoscopes)
Had so much fun watching them unfold (Watching them unfold)
You said she like me, I smiled, I know
So when they ask, how's life? I go (Sheesh, sheesh)
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
And then we're laying back, talk the rest of the night
Things that we can light make me say oh, oh
Talking about what you wanna do, whether it's wrong or right
I am followin' you 'cause you make me say oh, oh
Said I don't know what I'd do without you in my life
It'd be so sour
I'm hoping that everybody can experience what we have in ours
When life deals us cards
Make everything taste like it is salt
Then you come through like the sweetener you are
To bring the bitter taste to a halt
And then you get it, get it, get it, get it
Hit it, hit it, hit it, hit it
Flip it, flip it, flip it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
Twist it, twist it, twist it, twist it
Mix it and mix it and mix it and mix it
Kiss it, kiss it, kiss it
You make me say oh, oh (Sheesh, sheesh)
You make me say oh, babe
Hey, ayy, oh yeah



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@donthugtheghost245

"hit it" "twist it" "flick it" This song really be sounding like a game of Bop It xD

@starz4eileen

IKR LMAO my friend had the lyrics in her bio on Roblox and I was gonna chat her bop it twist it

@chrisblake8047

No cap 😂

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