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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.
Northern Lights
Dawn Richard Lyrics
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Light of my mind and of heart
Together we hold much might
We can never be broken apart
So what are we doing?
What are we waiting for?
Get into the music
What you want is some no shit
Got me stuck in the symbol
Positions of movement
Less as your potential
Love is on our tongues, boy canβt you taste it?
Ride among the stars, donβt need a spaceship
Empty all your love, boy Iβm all wasted
Smoke you right on up, letβs take a space trip
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
Away with the small talk
Just turn the lights off
With all the spots between us, we gon' create our race
Dance into the nightfall
May come in a shadow
Tonight all the stars in heaven are waving a finger
Love is on our tongues, boy canβt you taste it?
Tonight up on the shines, donβt need to chase her
I want all your love, swear Iβm all wasted
Smoke you right on up, letβs take a space trip
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you, I can take you
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you, I can take you
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you, I can take you
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you, I can take you
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you, I can take you
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can take you, I can take you
Let me take you to the Northern Lights
The lyrics to Dawn Richard's song "Northern Lights" describe a journey of spiritual and emotional awakening that takes place through the power of music and human connection. The singer, who identifies herself as a "knight of the light," is inviting her listener to join her in an experience of transcendence and transformation. She emphasizes the power of human connection to generate a sense of unity and strength, suggesting that together they can achieve things that would be impossible alone. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "I can take you to the Northern Lights," is a metaphor for this journey of personal growth and enlightenment, which the singer promises to guide her listener through.
The lyrics contain many references to the power of music and the way that it can transport us to a higher state of consciousness. The singer encourages her listener to "get into the music" and to "ride among the stars," suggesting that music has the power to lift us out of our everyday concerns and take us to a place of pure joy and wonder. She also celebrates the physical sensations of music and love, emphasizing that these experiences are not just emotional but also corporeal. The idea of taking a "space trip" suggests that this journey is not just metaphorical but also literal, as though the singer and her listener are flying through the stars together.
Overall, the lyrics to "Northern Lights" offer a beautiful and inspiring vision of human connection, music, and personal growth. The song invites us to embrace the power of music and human connection to transform ourselves and the world around us, and to experience the joy and wonder of life in its fullest expression.
Line by Line Meaning
I am a knight of the light
I am a person who embodies the qualities of light, both in my thoughts and emotions.
Light of my mind and of heart
I am full of enlightenment and positivity in my thoughts and feelings.
Together we hold much might
As a collective, we possess immense strength and capability.
We can never be broken apart
Our bond is unbreakable and solid.
So what are we doing?
What actions are we taking to accomplish our goals?
What are we waiting for?
Why are we hesitating to take action?
Get into the music
Let's immerse ourselves in the rhythm and energy of the music.
Letβs get into the temple
Let's enter a sacred space where we can connect with our spiritual selves.
What you want is some no shit
You're not interested in anything that is fake or superficial.
Got me stuck in the symbol
You are intrigued and captivated by the deeper meaning and symbolism behind things.
Positions of movement
The way we carry ourselves physically can convey a lot about our inner selves and intentions.
Less as your potential
Don't limit your potential and capabilities.
Love is on our tongues, boy canβt you taste it?
We are overflowing with love and positivity, can't you feel it?
Ride among the stars, donβt need a spaceship
We can experience the magic of the stars and universe without relying on external tools.
Empty all your love, boy Iβm all wasted
Pour out all of your love and positive energy, it's all that matters to me.
Smoke you right on up, letβs take a space trip
Let's elevate our consciousness and explore new realms through our connection with each other.
I can take you to the Northern Lights
I can guide you to a place of wonder and beauty that will leave you in awe.
Away with the small talk
Let's skip over the superficial and get right to the heart of the matter.
Just turn the lights off
Let's create an intimate and meaningful experience together.
With all the spots between us, we gon' create our race
Despite our differences and individual quirks, we will cultivate a unique and powerful connection between us.
Dance into the nightfall
Let's celebrate the end of the day with exuberance and joy.
May come in a shadow
Difficult moments and challenges may arise, but we will face them together with fortitude.
Tonight all the stars in heaven are waving a finger
The universe is signaling to us that we are on the right path and that everything will align perfectly for us.
Tonight up on the shines, donβt need to chase her
We can bask in the radiance of the stars without feeling the need to pursue or chase them.
I want all your love, swear Iβm all wasted
I desire nothing more than to be enveloped in your love and positive energy.
I can take you, I can take you
I have the ability and knowledge to guide you.
Let me take you to the Northern Lights
Allow me to lead you to a place of beauty and wonder that will leave you awestruck and inspired.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management
Written by: ANDREW SCOTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Joan P
Dope album! I LOVE Dawn Richard..
Rashard Burke
Both of her albums are AMazing I play them both straight through no skip this true music at its best
dhenry2010
I love this song! I've been waiting for the official version to be released.
Sye K
I really like this song. She snapped on all the harmonies and vocals in that video she has from the studio that's acapella. I've been tryna find an instrumental for the longest to do a cover but couldn't so I went and made one. Y'all should go check it out for me thanks!
Zen M
dawn richards music is changing my world!!!!
KapaBakery
Love this so much. <3
Brianna Yates
Music genius.
rosemotherbg
She iz an amazing artist! I like her style and the way she moves ;) :* And she is beautiful :))
iBOXR
Big tune !!!!
emmanuel barnes
i love it she came back good