Born Grace Martine Tandon -- "daya" is the Hindi word for "grace" in a nod to her Indian grandfather -- and raised in the Pittsburgh suburb of Mount Lebanon, she began taking piano lessons at the age of three, and moved on to voice lessons at the age of ten. Songwriting came later, and in 2014 she signed with the Z-Entertainment label based on her demos. A year later, her single "Hide Away" took off thanks to early online support, becoming a hit across the globe and receiving multi-platinum certification. In 2015, Daya issued her debut self-titled EP on Artbeatz. Both "Hide Away" and the follow-up, double-platinum single "Sit Still, Look Pretty" rose to the Top 50 of the Billboard Hot 100, with a number 14 debut on the Heatseekers chart. She later contributed vocals to the Chainsmokers' enduring 2016 smash "Don't Let Me Down" (which went on to win the Grammy for Best Dance Recording). Daya's debut, Sit Still, Look Pretty, was released later that year. The album peaked in the Top 40 in the U.S. and Canada, and was eventually certified gold in the U.S. and silver in the U.K.
In 2017, she appeared on the Gryffin and Illenium track "Feel Good," later releasing her own singles "Safe" and "New," the latter of which became a modest hit in the U.S. and Australia. This marked the start of a multi-year period of standalone single, collaboration, and EP releases. Of the dozen or so fresh tracks that she would release at the turn of the decade, 2019's electronic-dance bop "Insomnia," "Wanted" with NOTD, and "Keeping It in the Dark" from the 13 Reasons Why soundtrack made dents on international charts and streaming services. In 2021, she issued her second EP, The Difference, which included the electro-pop banger "First Time" and the Charlie Puth-assisted hit "Bad Girl." Also that year, she delivered the non-album single, "What If I Told You," and "Evil" from the Blade Runner: Black Lotus anime soundtrack. Another single, the sultry and dance-oriented "Love You When You're Gone," arrived in June 2022 as the first track off her third EP, In Between Dreams. In 2023, Daya revealed that she had become a fully independent artist, gaining control over her sound and image. That year, she began a steady rollout of singles, dropping one every few weeks, starting with June's trip-hop-leaning "Juliene." ~ Neil Z. Yeung
Got the Feeling
Daya Lyrics
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Can't make up my mind, it's got a mind of its own
Felt a spark, but there was no lightning
Could've walked away, but still I'm coming back for more
Oh, I'm loving your butterfly kisses
But it's like something is missing
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I got the feeling that you're not my type
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Right now, I got the feeling right now
It's alright right now
Stuck between the green and the red light
Can't make up my mind, should I stop or should I go?
Find it hard to leave after midnight
Using the excuse that it's too late to walk me home
Oh, I'm loving your summertime kisses
But it's like something's still missing
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I got the feeling that you're not my type
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Right now, I got the feeling it's alright right now
It's alright right now
I got the feeling, got the feeling
I got the feeling, got the feeling
I got the feeling, got the feeling, whoa oh
Oh, I'm loving your butterfly kisses
But it's like something is missing
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I got the feeling that you're not my type
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Right now, I got the feeling right now
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
The song "Got the Feeling" by Daya speaks about being stuck in a confusing and complicated relationship. The singer is unable to make a firm decision about whether they should stay or leave their partner. They enjoy the affection and attention they receive from their partner, but at the same time, they feel like something is missing. They are torn between their desires and what they know is right for them.
In the first verse, the lyrics describe how the singer is feeling torn between what is right and wrong. They feel an attraction towards the person, but it's not as intense as they hoped it would be. It's like a small spark, not the lightning bolt they were anticipating. Despite their misgivings, they cannot help but return to the relationship for more.
The second verse describes the singer's struggles with indecision. They are conflicted between stopping and leaving the relationship or continuing despite their reservations. They also find themselves staying longer than they intend to, using the excuse of it being too late to go home. The singer is conscious of what's lacking, and they feel like something is still missing.
Overall, the song is a reflection of the inner turmoil that one goes through in a relationship that is not quite right. It highlights the difficulties of balancing what the heart wants versus what the brain knows to be best.
Line by Line Meaning
Stuck between the wrong and the right thing
I'm struggling to make a decision between two options with different moral implications
Can't make up my mind, it's got a mind of its own
I'm indecisive and my thoughts are compounding my confusion
Felt a spark, but there was no lightning
I felt a connection, but it wasn't strong enough to commit
Could've walked away, but still I'm coming back for more
I acknowledge the possibility of leaving, but I'm continuing to pursue this despite it
Oh, I'm loving your butterfly kisses
I am enjoying the light, gentle expressions of love from you
But it's like something is missing
However, there is a nagging sense that something more substantial is absent
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I'm delaying the decision to break things off until later
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I have a sense that this relationship will not be successful in the long term
I got the feeling that you're not my type
I'm starting to realize that we might not be fundamentally compatible
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Perhaps the reason why things continue to go wrong is because I am drawn to this feeling despite its negative results
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
The reason why I can't seem to break away from this cycle is because I enjoy the excitement
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Although it may not be a permanent situation, for the moment, it's okay
Right now, I got the feeling right now
Currently, I am embracing the feeling and ignoring the potential negative consequences
Stuck between the green and the red light
I am having trouble deciding whether to move forward or stop in this situation
Can't make up my mind, should I stop or should I go?
I am struggling with indecision again
Find it hard to leave after midnight
I'm having difficulty extricating myself from the situation despite the late hour
Using the excuse that it's too late to walk me home
I am using this as a justification to remain in the situation even though I know it is not good for me
Oh, I'm loving your summertime kisses
I am enjoying the warmth and happiness you bring me in this moment
I got the feeling, got the feeling
I am aware of the emotions and sensations I am currently experiencing
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
I am okay with living in the moment and not worrying about the future
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
I acknowledge that I am partly responsible for the cycle of negative situations
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
However, I am continuing to pursue this feeling even though it is not good for me
Right now, I got the feeling it's alright right now
Despite the potential for negative consequences, I am currently enjoying the situation and am not ready to leave it yet
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lukas Loules, Grace Martine Tandon, Brett Leland McLaughlin, Gino Maurice Barletta
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@andreea2001
Stuck between the wrong and the right thing
Can't make up my mind, it's got a mind of its own
Felt a spark, but there was no lightning
Could've walked away, but still I'm coming back for more
Oh, I'm loving your butterfly kisses
But it's like something is missing
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I got the feeling that you're not my type
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Right now, I got the feeling right now
It's alright right now
Stuck between the green and the red light
Can't make up my mind, should I stop or should I go?
Find it hard to leave after midnight
Using the excuse that it's too late to walk me home
Oh, I'm loving your summertime kisses
But it's like something is missing
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I got the feeling that you're not my type
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Right now, I got the feeling it's alright right now
It's alright right now
I got the feeling, got the feeling
I got the feeling, got the feeling
I got the feeling, got the feeling, whoa oh
Oh, I'm loving your butterfly kisses
But it's like something is missing
Gonna save quitting your for another day
I got the feeling that it's not gonna work out
I got the feeling that you're not my type
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
Right now, I got the feeling right now
Maybe the reason all this shit keeps on happening
Happening 'cause I like the feeling
No, it's not for life, but it's alright right now
@melaniem.2429
Daya, you're my queen❤ Who else is doing a Daya songs marathon?
@mellomollyy
Melanie Maibam ME!!!!
@kenziexox9235
Mel _Crybaby ...me....
@ninesmeulders3537
me
@SimranKaur-jo3wf
Mel _Crybaby Me
@aisha7232
Mel _Crybaby me 😁
@0oAnnaeRockso0
This album is amaaaazing 😭😭😭
@0oAnnaeRockso0
When this song started, I got a sort of Kiiara - Gold feeling (no pun intended)
@itsmyrrr
Daya is so underrated. She deserves better recognition
@nicosankar4981
I heard this on the radio like twice. This needs to be played more. I can easily see it becoming a mainstream song.