A native of a Pittsburgh suburb, Vaughns fell in love with entertainment at an early age, taking dancing and singing lessons before he turned ten. His parents decided to have their son pursue his show biz dreams, so Vaughns and his mother relocated to California. Dana's first break was getting hired to perform in Kidz Bop, which led to various appearances in movies, TV, and commercials around the turn of the 2010s, including the 2009 Hannah Montana: The Movie. Shortly afterward, he was hired to be part of the boy band IM5, which was quickly whittled from a quintet to a trio featuring Vaughns, Cole Pendery, and Gabe Morales.
IM5 never scored a hit, but they appeared in the 2013 series MyMusic, which led to Vaughns being in the 2014 series #Bandcamp. After a quiet few years, Vaughns resurfaced in early 2018 with "Underneath," a slick single that opened a new chapter for him -- one where he was now an adult artist.
Independent
Dana Vaughns Lyrics
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That’s an ebony
Eye sight on my neck
Diamonds catching your gazing
Craving
Said your last nigga was crazy
But lately
Just kick em to the curb if he lazy
V10 in driveway by the morning
Know it’s early but when I pull up
Quick too say that I do too much
Bet You say the same thing bout love
I can tell the change
I can feel the change
I can tell that you an Independent baby
Never let nobody get up in your way baby
You been on wave time to let these niggas know
Fuckin wit a queen shit
Any thing can go
You been in the real world you be runnin things
How you supposed to maintain
With that chump change
To hot
With these bands I got
Make it rain tonight
We can
Hit the
Ayy
Up in neverland
Fuckin with the stars
V10 in driveway by the morning
Know it’s early but when I pull up
Quick too say that I do too much
Bet You say the same thing bout love
I can tell the change
I can feel the change
I can tell that you an Independent baby
Never let nobody get up in your way baby
The lyrics to Dana Vaughn's song "Independent" describe a confident and assertive individual who is unapologetically living their best life. The opening line of the song, "Black out in a lamb, that's an ebony" paints a picture of luxury and wealth, with the singer driving a high end sports car. The next line, "Eye sight on my neck, diamonds catching your gazing" implies that the singer is wearing expensive jewelry that attracts attention.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the theme of independence, with the singer repeating the line "I can tell that you an independent baby, never let nobody get up in your way baby". This statement celebrates the idea of being your own person and not allowing anyone to hold you back from achieving your goals. The second verse of the song continues this theme, with the singer boasting about their success and ability to "run things", while dismissing a lazy partner from their life.
Overall, "Independent" is a song about self-empowerment and confidence. The singer is proud of their success and independence, and wants to encourage others to embrace those same qualities.
Line by Line Meaning
Black out in a lamb
Driving a Lamborghini, which is black and sleek.
That’s an ebony
The color of the Lamborghini is black, like ebony wood.
Eye sight on my neck
Wearing a necklace with diamonds shining in the light.
Diamonds catching your gazing
The diamonds in the necklace are noticeable and attracting attention.
Craving
Wanting the best things in life and not settling for less.
Said your last nigga was crazy
Referring to a previous romantic partner who was unstable or irrational.
But lately
Recently, there has been a change in attitude or behavior.
Just kick em to the curb if he lazy
Don't bother with a partner who is lazy and not willing to put in effort.
V10 in driveway by the morning
Waking up to a powerful and expensive sports car in the driveway.
Know it’s early but when I pull up
Even though it's early, arriving in style with a flashy car.
Quick too say that I do too much
Others may criticize the extravagant lifestyle, but it's worth it to live life fully.
Bet You say the same thing bout love
People may judge the intensity of love and attachment, but it's personal and valuable.
I can tell the change
Observing a transformation happening in oneself or the surrounding environment.
I can feel the change
Sensing a shift in energy or mood.
I can tell that you an Independent baby
Recognizing another person's strength, individuality, and confidence.
Never let nobody get up in your way baby
Don't allow anyone to block or hinder personal goals and aspirations.
You been on wave time to let these niggas know
Being on a high point in life and letting others know that success is happening.
Fuckin wit a queen shit
Being associated with someone who exudes power, royalty, and pride.
Any thing can go
In a position to take risks and try new things without fear of consequences.
You been in the real world you be runnin things
Being in control and taking charge of one's life and surroundings.
How you supposed to maintain
Asking how one is supposed to keep up with the fast-paced, high-pressure lifestyle.
With that chump change
With little money or low earnings.
To hot
Too flashy or ostentatious for some people to handle.
With these bands I got
Having a lot of money in cash, represented by rubber bands.
Make it rain tonight
Spending an exorbitant amount of money, especially in a strip club where it's customary to toss money on dancers.
We can
Referring to the singer and the person they are addressing.
Hit the
Telling the other person to come with them.
Ayy
An exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm.
Up in neverland
Going to a place of fantasy, like the fictional land of Peter Pan.
Fuckin with the stars
Being in the company of celebrities, or living a glamorous lifestyle.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Dana Vaughns
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