Across three solo albums, DAWN has honed a style of music that she describes as “genderless and genreless”.
DAWN’s 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 year’s 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.
Le Petit Morte
Dawn Richard Lyrics
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My breath is too precious to waste if it ain't true
We could've been legendary
The kind of greatness that makes a sanctuary
The love that they write about
We could have been history
But your ego
But your ego is too much of a friend to you
I'm too good to be this used
So before you and me
I'm willing to lose
To be free
In "Le Petit Morte," Dawn Richard opens with a declaration that this will be the final song she writes about a particular person. She expresses that her time and energy are too valuable to be wasted on insincere emotions. Dawn alludes to a potential future of greatness that could have been achieved together, describing a love that is so profound it becomes the subject of stories and legends. This love, however, is not realized due to the person's overwhelming ego, which acts as a barrier separating them. Dawn reveals that she has experienced emotional pain and damage from this relationship, declaring that she deserves better treatment and should not be used or taken for granted any longer.
The artist further emphasizes her determination to move on by stating that she is willing to lose the person and the connection they share in order to gain her freedom. This demonstrates a strong conviction and self-awareness on Dawn's part. By choosing to release herself from the constraints of this toxic relationship, she reveals her inner strength and her refusal to settle for less than she deserves. The lyrics convey a sense of empowerment and a declaration of autonomy, showcasing Dawn's willingness to prioritize her own well-being over a flawed and unfulfilling connection.
In summary, Dawn Richard's "Le Petit Morte" expresses her decision to move on from a relationship that is hindered by the other person's ego and the negative effects it has had on her. She highlights the potential they had for greatness together, but acknowledges that this potential was overshadowed by the ego. Despite her emotional wounds, Dawn realizes her own worth and asserts that she will no longer allow herself to be used or taken advantage of. She chooses to let go of this relationship, even if it means sacrificing the connection they once had, in order to find freedom and reclaim her own happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the last time I'm gonna write a song about you
I refuse to waste any more of my creative energy writing about you
My breath is too precious to waste if it ain't true
I won't speak or sing in falsehood for you, my breath is reserved for honesty
We could've been legendary
Our potential for greatness was immense
The kind of greatness that makes a sanctuary
Our love could have created a safe haven, a sanctuary for us both
The love that they write about
Our love story could have been one worth capturing in writing
We could have been history
Our love could have left a lasting impact, becoming part of the annals of history
But your ego
Your inflated self-importance
But your ego is too much of a friend to you
Your ego is a constant companion, hindering our connection
And I've been battered and bruised
I've endured emotional pain and suffering
I'm too good to be this used
I deserve better treatment than being taken advantage of
So before you and me
Rather than continuing our toxic relationship
I'm willing to lose
I'm ready to let go
To be free
In order to find my freedom and liberation
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dawn Richard
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