In 2017, a family friend showed Rogers' cover on YouTube to production duo The Stereotypes, which led them to working together. Rogers subsequently spent one weekend a month in Los Angeles to work on music with them for two years. She signed with their label in February 2018 and RCA Records in November. Her music influences are Justin Bieber, H.E.R., Kehlani, and Billie Eilish.
On February 28, 2019, Rogers released her debut single "Tomboy," following recording in mid-2018. Lyrically, the song is about "defying expectations" and inspiring women to be confident. A music video was filmed in Rogers' hometown with footage of her skateboarding and was released with the song. Professional skater, Mariah Duran, also flew out to appear in the video. Rogers performed at the 2019 South by Southwest and 2019 Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival. In the fall of 2019, she opened for singer Ruel on his Free Time Tour in North America. In December 2019, Rogers participated in a songwriting camp with Alicia Keys. On May 29, 2020, Rogers released her second EP titled Great Escape. The EP was led by singles "Kickin' Pushin'" and "Euphoria."
Singer Lisa from K-Pop group Blackpink released a choreographed music video for "Tomboy" which boosted the song through streaming. The attention prompted Rogers to release a remix of the song with rapper Coi Leray and a new music video in April 2021. In May 2021, Rogers released a single and music video titled "West Like" featuring Kalan.FrFr and a joint single called "Got It Like That" with B.I and Tyla Yaweh.
Rogers co-wrote the track "All or Nothing" on K-Pop singer Nayeon's debut solo project Im Nayeon released on June 24, 2022. On August 18, 2022 Rogers was featured in the remix of Thuy's song "In My Bag". Rogers appeared on James Reid's album Lovescene in the song "Lie to Me." The accompanying music video was filmed in Manila, Philippines and was released on November 16, 2022. Rogers stated near the end of 2022 that she left RCA Records.
Wave
Destiny Rogers Lyrics
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On the floor to you now
Telling me hardships that we was friends
See the tides changing now
You act like you're sure but now you start switching up
(Switchin, yeah)
Brought sand to the beach tryna swim
Just might get far out
Lost at sea (yeah)
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave of emotions We didn't notice
That wave
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
You looked in my eyes and said it's love (Yeah)
Tryna anchor my heart
Are we taking this thing too serious (Yeah)
There's a storm above us
Are you gon guide me through all of this rain and this wind
Let me know
Brought sand to the beach tryna swim
But you into too deep
Just might get far out
Lost at sea (yeah)
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave of emotions We didn't notice
That wave
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
The lyrics of "Wave" refer to a complicated romantic relationship between two individuals. The song starts with the singer noticing a missed call from their partner and realizing something is amiss. As they interact, it becomes clear that the relationship is changing, and the partner is starting to act differently. The imagery of being on the floor together, possibly in a vulnerable position, signifies that the singer is willing to reveal their struggles to the partner, and they believe that they share a deep friendship. However, now that the partner is changing, the singer is starting to feel lost and uncertain.
The metaphor of bringing sand to the beach to swim and going too deep signifies the danger of trying too hard, too fast, to achieve something that might be beyond reach. The feelings of being lost at sea and feeling the wave of emotions coming represent the emotional turmoil that the singer is experiencing as they try to navigate their complicated romantic relationship. The lyrics also question the seriousness of the relationship and ask whether it's worth enduring the storm to work things out.
Overall, the song "Wave" portrays the confusion, uncertainty, and emotional struggles that people can face while navigating complex romantic situations.
Line by Line Meaning
One missed called turn into where you been
A single missed phone call became the starting point of concerns about your whereabouts.
On the floor to you now
I am now listening to whatever you have to say.
Telling me hardships that we was friends
Sharing the difficulties we faced in our friendship.
See the tides changing now
I can sense that things are starting to shift between us.
You act like you're sure but now you start switching up (Switchin, yeah)
Despite projecting like you were certain before, you are now changing your behavior unpredictably.
Brought sand to the beach tryna swim
You came to a place that doesn't require any addition, and then tried to push yourself too hard.
But you into too deep
You are now in a situation that is beyond your control.
Just might get far out
You might end up losing yourself as a consequence.
Lost at sea (yeah)
Being adrift and clueless.
I can feel that wave coming
I am aware of an approaching emotional disturbance.
I can feel that wave
I can feel a vast, powerful, and unpredictable emotion building up.
I can feel that wave of emotions We didn't notice
We have been oblivious to the emotional turmoil that had been brewing within us.
That wave
A metaphor to describe the impact of emotions that were once unsuspected.
You looked in my eyes and said it's love (Yeah)
You once declared it as love while looking directly into my eyes.
Tryna anchor my heart
Now you are trying to hold on to my heart and keep it in its place.
Are we taking this thing too serious (Yeah)
Doubt has set in, as you are questioning the level of seriousness in our relationship.
There's a storm above us
A figurative storm looms above us, and it threatens to affect us deeply.
Are you gon guide me through all of this rain and this wind
Asking if you will be there to help me navigate through this turbulent time.
Let me know
Seeking assurance and clarity about your intentions in our relationship.
Writer(s): Gamal Lewis, Ray Charles Ii Mccullough, Jonathan Yip, Destiny Rogers, Ray Romulus, Jeremy Reeves
Contributed by John L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@highermusic111
lyrics:
One missed called turn into where you been
On the floor to you now
Telling me hardships that we was friends
See the tides changing now
You act like you're sure but now you start switching up
(Switchin, yeah)
Brought sand to the beach tryna swim
But you into too deep
Just might get far out
Lost at sea (yeah)
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave of emotions We didn't notice
That wave
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
You looked in my eyes and said it's love (Yeah)
Tryna anchor my heart
Are we taking this thing too serious (Yeah)
There's a storm above us
Are you gon guide me through all of this rain and this wind
Let me know
Brought sand to the beach tryna swim
But you into too deep
Just might get far out
Lost at sea (yeah)
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
I can feel that wave of emotions We didn't notice
That wave
I can feel that wave
I can feel that wave coming
i hope you all appreciated the lyrics.
@mahekup5589
This girl is so underrated she deserves more
@yuki7354
Yeah really😭
@iainturbarbie1101
INNIT! I JUST WATCHED A BUNCH OF HER MUSIC AND IT'S SO GOOD LIKE WTF!!! 😭
@africajones3089
She's gonna get it...
@3amidnights
for real
@meggamince3386
Yeah right
@lohgr
Thanks to Lisa from BP, i discover this amazing singer. I really love her music!
@AstroNero.
Another awesome artist to follow because of her excellent taste of music 👌🏼
@mimi.7029
yess!!
@yuki7354
Yeah right she is amazing