Blu DeTiger is an American singer-songwriter, bass player, record producer,… Read Full Bio ↴Blu DeTiger is an American singer-songwriter, bass player, record producer, and DJ based in New York City.

Blu DeTiger always knew that music was something that she wanted to do.

Born and raised in New York City, DeTiger first picked up a bass guitar when she was 7 years old after seeing her brother pick up drums.

“Naturally I thought, ‘Oh I want to play an instrument too!’ I was thinking to myself electric guitar was too mainstream — which is funny to think about because I was 7 years old and thinking like this —I wanted to be more unique,” said DeTiger. “I saw a lot of girls playing guitar but I didn’t see many girls playing bass. I went to guitar center and got one, it was taller than me. I took lessons, played with my brother a lot and fell in love with it.”

The now 21-year-old bassist played with the New York City-based School of Rock from the ages of 7 to 13, giving her early exposure to performing live. Throughout middle school and high school, DeTiger played in bands with her peers and started to get some of her writing chops.

“I wrote with bands in a group setting, it wasn’t really my own stuff,” said DeTiger. “I was always playing with older kids, in middle school I played with high school kids and in high school I played with college students. In New York, there’s such a network here and you start to know everyone in music. That’s what was good about being born and raised here.”

By the time she was 17 years old DeTiger was touring with bands as a bass player for hire and started to kick off her own DJing career. Before she knew it, DeTiger was performing DJ sets at clubs and venues throughout the city.

However, it wasn’t until she started DJing that DeTiger felt the bug to write and perform her own original music.

“I would bring my bass with me to the sets and improvise over the pop songs,” said DeTiger. “When you’re a DJ, you’re controlling the room. It’s in your power to make people dance or make people feel this way, it’s an interesting art form. Since I was improvising bass over it, the DJ thing really helped me realize that I wanted to express myself in that way and play my own music — I would think, ‘how cool would it be if I just dropped my own song in this DJ set right now?'”

DeTiger started to write and release her own music in 2019 and landed a gig touring opening for The Knocks, an American electronic music duo. She had plans to tour in Europe this year with Fletcher, which was ultimately canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

In April 2020, DeTiger released her single “Figure It Out,” a song that came to her naturally while she was playing music with a friend of hers. She later released the quarantine music video for the song, which was completely shot on an iPhone, following the success of the official music video.

“A lot of young girls are playing bass and saying my videos inspired them,” said DeTiger. “There was a mini-trend of people learning the bassline to ‘Figure It Out’ and posting videos and tagging me — that all felt so amazing. It warms my heart so much to know that kids are inspired to pick up an instrument during this time.”

During these months of quarantine, DeTiger found herself falling into a routine of working through the night and sleeping until early afternoon. While she is normally a night owl, DeTiger was able to use this altered sleep schedule to her advantage and worked on music.

“I’m really excited to expand on my artistry and let my fans get to know me more,” said DeTiger.

Dangerous Game
Blu Detiger Lyrics

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People say love's a serious drug
But I think it's fun, I think it's fun
People say love's a dangerous game
But I wanna play, so will you be mine? Aw

Can I get a "Yes"? Yes, can I get a "No"? No
You and all your friends puttin' on a show
Call me Yoko Ono, I'll break up the band

When I put a little somethin' in the palm of your hand
You'll be like

Let's go out dancin', let's forget tonight
You're so unstable, yet so am I
Let's blow our money (ooh-ooh), let's go all night
You're so unstable, yet so alive

People say love's a serious drug
But I think it's fun, I think it's fun
People say love's a dangerous game
But I wanna play, so will you be mine? Aw

Can I get a "High"? Yes, can I get a "Low"? Low
You know what I like, you know what I don't
People say we're loco, they don't understand
But they keep on comin' back for it again and again, huh, huh

Let's go out dancin', let's forget tonight
You're so unstable, yet so am I
Let's blow our money (ooh-ooh), let's go all night
You're so unstable, yet so alive
Let's go out dancin', let's lose our mind
You're so unstable, yet so admired

People say love's a serious drug

But I think it's fun, I think it's fun
People say love's a dangerous game
But I wanna play, so will you be mine?

Overall Meaning

Blu Detiger's song "Dangerous Game" captures the complexities and contradictions of love. The lyrics challenge traditional notions of love as a serious drug or a dangerous game, instead presenting it as fun and exhilarating. The singer expresses a desire to engage in this supposed risky endeavor, inviting the listener to join in the playful and unpredictable nature of love.

The lyrics also touch on the idea of uncertainty and unpredictability in relationships. The repeated questioning of "Can I get a 'Yes'? Yes, can I get a 'No'? No" highlights the back and forth, push and pull of romantic interactions. The reference to Yoko Ono breaking up the band adds a rebellious and disruptive element, suggesting a willingness to challenge societal norms and expectations in the pursuit of love.

The theme of instability runs throughout the song, with the singer acknowledging their own unpredictability and that of their partner. The decision to embrace this instability rather than shy away from it is a bold and refreshing perspective on relationships. The lyrics suggest a willingness to embrace the chaos and excitement that comes with being in love, even if it means losing control and blowing money on extravagant experiences.

Overall, "Dangerous Game" presents love as a thrilling and exhilarating adventure, challenging stereotypes and celebrating the messy, unpredictable nature of relationships. The singer's invitation to join in this risky yet rewarding pursuit of love creates a sense of excitement and spontaneity, encouraging listeners to let go of inhibitions and embrace the thrill of the unknown. It's a playful and rebellious take on love that exudes confidence and defiance against societal norms.

Line by Line Meaning

People say love's a serious drug
Many believe that love can have addictive and intense effects, similar to a powerful substance.

But I think it's fun, I think it's fun
However, I perceive love as an enjoyable experience filled with joy and excitement.

People say love's a dangerous game
Some argue that engaging in love can be risky and fraught with potential pain and heartache.

But I wanna play, so will you be mine? Aw
Despite the risks, I'm eager to embrace love, and I'm asking you to join me in this journey.

Can I get a 'Yes'? Yes, can I get a 'No'? No
I'm seeking clear answers about how you feel; I want honesty in our relationship.

You and all your friends puttin' on a show
You and your friends seem to be performing or acting in a way that might not be entirely genuine.

Call me Yoko Ono, I'll break up the band
Referencing Yoko Ono, who was often blamed for the Beatles' breakup, to suggest that my presence could disrupt your current relationship dynamics.

When I put a little somethin' in the palm of your hand
This implies a playful or flirtatious gesture that might entice or captivate the other person.

You'll be like
The expectation is that you'll respond in a way that indicates interest or enthusiasm.

Let's go out dancin', let's forget tonight
Let's go out and have fun, letting go of our worries and the troubles of the moment.

You're so unstable, yet so am I
We both have our emotional ups and downs, yet this shared instability creates a profound connection.

Let's blow our money (ooh-ooh), let's go all night
Let’s indulge extravagantly, prioritizing enjoyment over financial concerns as we embrace the night.

You're so unstable, yet so alive
Your emotional volatility brings about a vibrant energy, making life feel more exhilarating.

Let's go out dancin', let's forget tonight
Let’s repeat our earlier adventure of dancing and momentarily escaping our realities.

You're so unstable, yet so admired
Although you're unpredictable, this quality makes you intriguing and admirable to others.

People say love's a serious drug
Again, there's the popular notion that love has profound and potentially harmful effects on individuals.

But I think it's fun, I think it's fun
Reiterating my perspective that love is ultimately a playful and enjoyable experience.

People say love's a dangerous game
Reassessing the idea that love, like a game, can be risky and filled with uncertainties.

But I wanna play, so will you be mine? Aw
Despite the potential dangers, I am determined to engage in this love game and I seek your commitment to be by my side.

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Casey Smith, Tabitha Blu DeTiger, Noah Conrad

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