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.
Perfect Storm
Dawn Richard Lyrics
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I feel like I'm inside out every way
I'm falling, falling, falling
Can't believe I'm running, running, running
Think I'm 'bout to lose myself with you
Feels like losing sleep
Crashing to you, babe
Got me drowning
Falling deep for you
Looking, oh, lives apart
Caught in a perfect storm with you
With you
I'm losing myself
I don't recognize who I am
Your love break me down like the wind
Tryna hold on and stay here
I know it feel different this time
I took all the rain with the shine
We gotta be stronger now
Gotta take all this time, we gotta side
Feels like losing sleep
Crashing to you, babe
Got me drowning
Falling deep for you (For you)
Looking, oh, lives apart (Lives apart)
Caught in a perfect storm with you
You
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
I-I, it's a perfect storm with you
(It's a perfect storm)
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
It's a perfect storm with you
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
We got highs, we got lows
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
But I'ma stay right here
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
Right here with you
(I-I caught up in a storm with you-ou)
In your perfect storm
I went from homeless to living this, y'all
Yeah
We went from homeless to living this, y'all
Hey, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah
Oh-oh, oh
You gon' remember my name, name
Name, name, my name, name
We went from homeless to living this, y'all
If you know what I'm talking about
'Cause I'm still here
You gon', you gon'
You gon' remember my name, name
My name, name, my name, name, my
You gon' remember my name, name
My name, name, my name, name
We gon' keep dancing, y'all
Oh-oh
Hey
I'm still here
Say you gon'
You gon' remember my name, name
My name, name, my name, name
Went from homeless to living this, y'all
We went from homeless to living this, y'all
In Dawn Richard's song "Perfect Storm," the lyrics delve into the inner turmoil and vulnerability of being in a tumultuous and intense relationship. The singer finds themselves on the verge of losing their sense of self as they are consumed by the emotional whirlwind of the relationship. They express a feeling of being inside out, unsure of who they have become, and the overwhelming sensation of falling.
The chorus emphasizes the sense of being engulfed in the storm-like nature of the relationship. The singer feels like they are drowning, unable to resist the pull of the intense emotions they have for their partner. Despite the challenges and differences that may exist between them, they are caught in a perfect storm together, unable to escape.
The bridge section introduces a shift in perspective, drawing attention to the personal growth and transformation the singer has experienced. They allude to their previous struggles, going from a state of homelessness to experiencing a more fulfilling and prosperous life. It symbolizes a journey of resilience and strength in overcoming obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I'm gonna lose myself
I feel like I'm losing my sense of identity
I feel like I'm inside out every way
I feel completely disoriented and confused
I'm falling, falling, falling
I'm descending into a state of emotional turmoil
Can't believe I'm running, running, running
I can't believe I'm constantly trying to escape
Think I'm 'bout to lose myself with you
I fear that being with you will make me lose my sense of self
Feels like losing sleep
It feels as if I am sleepwalking through life
Crashing to you, babe
I am surrendering myself completely to you
Got me drowning
I feel overwhelmed and suffocated
Falling deep for you
I am falling deeply in love with you
Looking, oh, lives apart
Our lives are separate and distant
Caught in a perfect storm with you
We are entangled in a turbulent and intense relationship
I'm losing myself
I am losing my true essence
I don't recognize who I am
I no longer know my own identity
Your love break me down like the wind
Your love weakens and overwhelms me
Tryna hold on and stay here
I am trying to cling onto this relationship and remain present
I know it feel different this time
I can sense that this time is unique and significant
I took all the rain with the shine
I have accepted both the hardships and joys in our relationship
We gotta be stronger now
We need to find inner strength to face the challenges ahead
Gotta take all this time, we gotta side
We must invest time and effort to support each other
I went from homeless to living this, y'all
I have come a long way from being destitute to experiencing success
You gon' remember my name, name
You will never forget me and what I have achieved
We went from homeless to living this, y'all
We both overcame adversity and now have a better life
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dawn Richard
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