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Across three solo albums, DAWN has honed a style of music that she describes as βgenderless and genrelessβ.
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DAWNβs 2019 album New Breed was her most successful to date. Showcasing her home city New Orleans and the Carnival Indian culture makes her latest album a one of a kind masterpiece. Her vocal and dance ability are matched with her production and songwriting skills making her one of most extraordinary talents of our time. New Breed was named as one of the yearβs best albums by Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, Vogue, FACT, LA Times, Spin, Rap Up and many more. DAWN continues to push the boundaries of music and visual technology with her videos and live show, becoming the first artist to perform live in 360 on YouTube. She has also released a VR album debuted by WIRED as well as collaborated with her long time partners Adult Swim making her the first black female singer to do so. What makes DAWN a unique pop sensation and a phenomenon is that she does this all DIY. Being completely Independent with no label or team she has broken ceilings for women, POC, LGBTQ, and so many others. DAWN is more than just her music, she is a movement.
'86
Dawn Richard Lyrics
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Somethings stay the same
Sometimes love wins
Sometimes it's a losing game
Tried to do it the easy way but
You seen how big my heart was
Had my share of hurricanes
The proof is in the blood
But I can't run
Away from love (I can't)
I can't front
You're the one (You know you're the one)
Say you can't go back
The same way that you came (Same way that you came uh)
Been so busy fighting
Couldn't see it right in my face, yeah
Light at the end it hit me
Like a runaway train
But you drew me in like
A moth to a flame
I guess I'll give it up
All for love (I'll give it all for love)
I didn't see it coming
Was too closed off (I was too closed off)
But I can't run
Away from love (You'll never see me running)
I can't front (Can't front)
You're the one
I put my hands up
Surrender
86 on pretending
Heart is unlocked, so enter
Defenses are down, I'm ready
To love
I guess I'll run
Straight to love
I can't front (I can't front)
You're the one
I guess I'll give it up
All for love
I didn't see it coming
Was too closed off
But I can't run
Away from love
I can't front
You're the one
In Dawn Richard's song 86, she explores the theme of love and how it can be both challenging and rewarding. The lyrics describe how some things in life, including love, can change while others remain the same. Richard acknowledges that love can be both a winning and losing game, highlighting the many obstacles that come with relationships. She also admits past mistakes, referencing past hurricanes in her life, which serves as a metaphor for past relationship failures.
Despite this, Richard realizes that she cannot run away from love and that the person she's singing to is "the one" for her. She acknowledges the difficulty in coming back to love, realizing that it's not easy to just go back to the way things were. However, the light at the end of the tunnel hits her, drawing her in like a moth to a flame. She surrenders, letting down her defenses, and admits that she's ready for love with open arms.
Overall, Dawn Richard's 86 serves as a powerful reminder that love is complicated and takes work, yet it's worth the fight. The song is about healing from past relationship failures and recognizing that true love often comes when we least expect it.
Line by Line Meaning
Somethings change babe
Sometimes things change in relationships
Somethings stay the same
Some things remain constant in relationships
Sometimes love wins
Occasionally, love comes out on top in relationships
Sometimes it's a losing game
Other times, love can be a losing game in relationships
Tried to do it the easy way but
The artist took the easy path in their relationships
You seen how big my heart was
Their heart is big and open in relationships
Had my share of hurricanes
They've been through tough times in relationships
The proof is in the blood
Their relationships left a lasting impact
But I can't run
They can't run from love
Away from love (I can't)
They can't escape love
I can't front
They can't be fake about their feelings
You're the one (You know you're the one)
They want to express their love for someone special
Say you can't go back
They can't go back to the way things were in relationships
The same way that you came (Same way that you came uh)
Things can never be the same in relationships
Been so busy fighting
They were too focused on conflict in relationships
Couldn't see it right in my face, yeah
They couldn't see what was in front of them in relationships
Light at the end it hit me
They had an epiphany in relationships
Like a runaway train
Their realization was intense and overwhelming
But you drew me in like
Someone special caught their attention
A moth to a flame
They were drawn to that person like a moth to a flame
I guess I'll give it up
They're willing to sacrifice for love
All for love (I'll give it all for love)
They're going all in for love
I didn't see it coming
They didn't expect to find someone special
Was too closed off (I was too closed off)
They were emotionally unavailable
I put my hands up
They're surrendering themselves to love
Surrender
They're giving in to love
86 on pretending
They're done pretending and being fake in love
Heart is unlocked, so enter
Their heart is open to love
Defenses are down, I'm ready
They're ready for love with no emotional barriers
To love
They're ready to love someone completely
I guess I'll run
They're heading toward love
Straight to love
They're going straight into love
You're the one
They're expressing love for that special someone
Lyrics Β© Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Unknown Composer Author, Andrew Scott, Composer Unknown
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Temzy17
I've been singing "the truth was in the blood" for years. You're everything, Dawn π
@mellochello77
Pay attention. Her looks are seen on these older seasoned artists. They are stealing from her. That's why she is put on the back burner. She sets new trends. Check out all her videos
@topherdrew6583
One of the most beautiful songs ever written.
@bellabukuru
I LOVE dawn so damn much! and how she just DOES IT. Sheβs a really great role model. Iβm glad I found her In my teens. Iβm now 24 and she helped go through so damn much.
@Queenalika85
Agree
@TheWannabmodel
Iβm late but 25 now and agreed. I used to try to learn her choreo too
@xxCX4xx
Whos here in 2023? Goldenheart FOREVER!
@khaliyahm.22
I seriously hope that she gets the recognition she deserves. She has so much talent
@MyKokujin
+Khali Berry i knew she was talented but after seeing this she blew me away. Dawn has an amazing voice and that dancing. Speechless.
@SussexSquad
She didnβt