With a music style as mixed as her background, Dutch singer and songwriter … Read Full Bio ↴With a music style as mixed as her background, Dutch singer and songwriter CATALI gives us hooky toplines, combined with a sexy and strong female vocal. Pop is the main genre but she's not afraid of combining different styles to create fresh and unexpected sounds.

This 25 year old with roots that go back to United States, Switzerland, The Netherlands and Italy, studied contemporary music at ACM in Guildford, England. When she returned to her current base in Amsterdam, she landed a publishing deal with Ogilc Publishing - BMG Talpa Music in Holland and went full focus on her songwriting and singing career.

After a list of successful collaborations such as Secrets by LNY TNZ ft. CATALI and being the voice in Campsite Dream’s top track Little Do You Know, CATALI decided it was time to release her own music. In every song she writes CATALI never holds back, and in her lyrics she’s not afraid to bring up touchy subjects. “I’ve always respected honesty in other people, and I think it’s so important to never let things remain unsaid. Music is such a beautiful way of communication and I hope my lyrics can inspire and support others”.

Not planning on taking a step back, this driven and courageous artist is all about taking risks to get where she wants to go. “I have these concepts and creations in my mind, which I hope and wish to be able to share with the world one day, that’s what music is all about".

Talk
Catali Lyrics

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You are the perfect silhouette
Can't be easy thinking you're the best
You'll say I'm playing hard to get
Cause I don't hang like medals on your chest

And I
Am so outta line
Passing you by

And I
Am so outta line
What a surprise

Talk that talk
The girls are listening
So say what you want
Only one missing is me
Move your lips fast
Cause you like that
Talk that talk
Only one missing is me

You are that perfect cigarette
You are a blessing and a threat
Dancing in circles in their heads
And you shape them into marionettes

And I
Am so outta line
Passing you by
And I
Am so outta line
What a surprise

Talk that talk
The girls are listening
So say what you want
Only one missing is me
Move your lips fast
Cause you like that
Talk that talk
Only one missing is me

I'll be the bullet in your chest
I'll be the one you won't forget
Go on, keep playing your roulette
I'll be the one you won't forget

Talk that talk
The girls are listening
So say what you want
Only one missing is me
Move your lips fast
Cause you like that

Talk that talk
Only one missing is me

Overall Meaning

In the song "Talk," Catali sings about a person who seems to possess a magnetic personality, drawing attention to themselves effortlessly. They are described as being the "perfect silhouette," which suggests an almost flawless and appealing appearance. However, Catali suggests that this person may be somewhat arrogant, thinking they are the best, which is evident in the line, "Can't be easy thinking you're the best." The singer also implies that this person may be used to getting their way and that they may view Catali's resistance to their charms as playing hard to get.

Despite admiring this person's allure, Catali rebels against them in a way, claiming that they are "so outta line." It's clear from the lyrics that this person's words have a far-reaching impact, as the "girls are listening." Still, Catali feels like the "one missing" from the group, which indicates a longing to be a part of their world, even as they keep their distance. Throughout the chorus, the person is implored to "talk that talk," to keep people spellbound, and catalyze even more devotion.

In the final verse, Catali gains a sense of determination and takes a more aggressive stance, claiming to be the "bullet in your chest, the one you won't forget." They personify the person's behavior, likening it to playing roulette, which implies that there's an element of chance at play, and the person could fall from grace. In essence, the song is a call to action, begging this person to continue captivating the crowds but to remember that everyone, including Catali, is listening attentively.

Line by Line Meaning

You are the perfect silhouette
You have an ideal form and appearance.

Can't be easy thinking you're the best
It must be difficult to constantly believe that you are superior to others.

You'll say I'm playing hard to get
You will accuse me of intentionally making it difficult for you to pursue me.

Cause I don't hang like medals on your chest
I do not shower you with excessive praise and adulation, like you expect.

And I Am so outta line Passing you by And I Am so outta line What a surprise
I am breaking from your expectations of me and distancing myself from you, which may come as a surprise to you.

Talk that talk The girls are listening So say what you want Only one missing is me Move your lips fast Cause you like that Talk that talk Only one missing is me
You should continue to talk and boast because other women are listening, but I am the only one you really want. You enjoy speaking quickly and confidently in this manner.

You are that perfect cigarette
You are addicting and provide temporary pleasure, yet ultimately harmful to oneself and others.

You are a blessing and a threat
You are both a source of positivity and danger to others.

Dancing in circles in their heads
You manipulate and control the thoughts and actions of those around you.

And you shape them into marionettes
You control them like puppets, forcing them to follow your lead.

I'll be the bullet in your chest I'll be the one you won't forget Go on, keep playing your roulette I'll be the one you won't forget
I will be the painful memory that lingers with you, even if you continue to take dangerous risks like gambling with your life.

Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Catalina Loëlle Schweighauser, Clifford Goilo, Hillary Bernstein, Mimoza Blinsson

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