1. A pop singer
2. A… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least three artists with this name:
1. A pop singer
2. A remix group
3. A Breakcore artist
Devin Star Tailes (born July 2, 1989), better known by her stage name Dev, is an American recording artist. She was discovered by The Cataracs when she made an Amy Winehouse cover and posted it onto MySpace back in 2008. Dev's song Booty Bounce was sampled in Far East Movement's hit single Like a G6 which reached number one on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, and sold over two million downloads in the country. Dev was signed to Universal Republic in October 2010 and released her first official single, Bass Down Low in December. The song debuted at number ninety-four in the US. Dev's debut album, The Night the Sun Came Up, is set for 20 September 2011 release.
Dev was born in Tracy, California to Lisa, a real estate agent, and Riki Tailes, a painting contractor. Dev grew up in Manteca and is of Mexican and Portuguese descent. She has two younger sisters, Sierra Sol and Maezee Lua. At the age of four, she started swimming and was part of the U.S Olympic development program. She graduated from Sierra High School, where she was a member of a band and a choir. Soon, she attended San Joaquin Delta College, studying English and art history.
She made a cover of an Amy Winehouse song that she described as being "super-weird and super-different". She recorded the song off her MacBook and made it in response to her ex-boyfriend's new girlfriend, calling it a "diss track". A friend of hers posted the song onto MySpace, and production team The Cataracs noticed it and contacted Dev. She dropped out of college during her freshman year to pursue her singing career. Six months later, Dev and the Cataracs' song "2night" began to gain exposure on the radio, the television channel mtvU and the Billboard Hot Dance Airplay chart. In 2009, Dev moved to Los Angeles to produce music with The Cataracs.
Dev's "sing-talk" vocal style have been compared to fellow pop singer Ke$ha. Dev responded to this, saying, "I'm confident enough in what I do that people will see me for who I am ... I get why people compare us but once people see me live they won't connect us as much. I am a much better artist, with real talent." While comparing her to Ke$ha, Idolator wrote that "Dev's beats come off a bit more mellow and her songs a little bit more electro than pop." In response to being compared to both Ke$ha and Uffie, Dev said, "I just feel that I have a lot more to say and the ability to have an eclectic sound, a very diverse pop album. I'm not bashing either artist, but I'm going to be able to give you a little bit more then what you've heard on those records. When my album comes out, hopefully I won't have to hear another reference or comparison." Much of Dev's music is inspired by hip hop, as she believes that fans respond to "pop music but with rap roots". She said, "I've always been into hip-hop. Eminem changed my life when I was younger." The Hollywood Reporter compared her "futuristic" and "pulsing" sound to underground electroclash musicians Peaches and Yelle. Dev's musical genres have been cited as electro-crunk, electropop, and electro hop.
2) An OC Remixer who remixes video game music. They are the source of the Final Fantasy remixes. The pop singer Dev played no part in them.
3) An OC creator who makes breakcore-ish music. Very popular on soundcloud and also goes under the alias of 808sndmindbreak.
Don't Hurt It
Dev Lyrics
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But don't hurt it
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
1 2 3 4 (spanish)
In the club...
You are offending me
I am offending you
Celebrate bitch what it do
I am on the ocean... Got a...
Pack a full golden tokens
Mission and hoping
Grab that... Sipping sipping on...
Everybody more tranchilo
What they call that asi no
Let's... Hit the mall
That's... Cliff and jump off
You are afraid of heights
Let me know we can take that flight
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
Jump on bring it back o
Girl for you never had a hoe
And I party party real hard
Love when they start the shit of
And you say you don't do shit
And you love it when the base hit
Bom bom bom
Baby like a kitty cat
... Where your... I knew you could come
... Like that is the underground world
They love it when they drop that
Give it to them
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
Don't hurt it don't hurt it
If you want to serve it
You have to work it baby
Don't hurt it don't hurt it
If you want to serve it
You have to work it baby
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
Be cool be easy
Don't tease me
Be cool be easy
Just please me
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
Work it push up on it
But don't hurt it
The song "Don't Hurt It" by Dev is an upbeat and lively party anthem that encourages people to have fun and dance to the beat, but also cautions them not to hurt anyone in the process. Dev seems to be speaking to someone specific in the lyrics, urging that person to take it easy and not play games with her heart. The repeated refrain, "Be cool be easy, don't tease me, just please me," suggests that Dev is looking for a simple, straightforward relationship where she and her partner can enjoy each other's company without any drama or complications.
The verses of the song are less clear in terms of their meaning, with a mix of English and Spanish lyrics that seem to describe partying in a club, drinking, and jumping off a cliff. The Spanish phrases add flavor to the song and give it an exotic feel, even if the content isn't always clear. The chorus is the key element of the song, with its catchy melody and message of enjoyment without harm.
Overall, "Don't Hurt It" is a fun and catchy dance track that celebrates living in the moment and enjoying life. However, the song's message also reminds listeners to be mindful of others and not cause harm in pursuit of their own enjoyment.
Line by Line Meaning
Work it push up on it
Dance to the music in a seductive manner
But don't hurt it
Do not cause harm or pain while dancing
Be cool be easy
Maintain a calm and collected demeanor
Don't tease me
Do not toy or play with my emotions
Just please me
Satisfy my desires and needs
1 2 3 4 (spanish)
A count-off in Spanish used to start the music
In the club...
Enjoying a night out with friends at a party
You are offending me
You are bothering or upsetting me in some way
I am offending you
I am causing you discomfort or annoyance
Celebrate bitch what it do
Let's party and have a good time
I am on the ocean... Got a...
Metaphorical description of feeling adrift or unsure
Pack a full golden tokens
Bring everything needed to fully enjoy the night
Mission and hoping
Focusing on a goal while wishing for positive outcomes
Grab that...Sipping sipping on...
Drinking and enjoying the night's activities
Everybody more tranchilo
Everyone relaxed and easygoing
What they call that asi no
Slang phrase indicating something unknown or unimportant
Let's...Hit the mall
Go shopping together
That's...Cliff and jump off
Take a daring risk
You are afraid of heights
You have a fear of high places
Let me know we can take that flight
I can help you overcome your fear and take the risk
Jump on bring it back o
Getting back into the rhythm after a break
Girl for you never had a hoe
This is something you've never experienced before
And I party party real hard
Enjoying the night's festivities in full
Love when they start the shit of
Enjoying the energy of the crowd
And you say you don't do shit
Claiming not to do certain activities
And you love it when the base hit bom bom bom
Enjoying the music when the bass drops
Baby like a kitty cat
Describing someone's sensual movements
...Where your...I knew you could come
Breaking away from the mundane and enjoying the night
Like that is the underground world
Acting in a way that is outside of the norm
They love it when they drop that
The crowd enjoys when the DJ plays an anticipated song
Give it to them
Get the crowd to dance and enjoy themselves
Don't hurt it don't hurt it
Again, a reminder not to cause physical harm
If you want to serve it
If you want to show off your dance moves
You have to work it baby
Effort needs to be put into having fun and dancing well
Contributed by Emily G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@roxercita
this album is a GEM!!
@Otneom
I miss the Old Dev, 2010s era
@hongoharuhisa6800
TIMBALAND
@raphamoraisal
Tinham q ter lançado essa música. A melhor do álbum
@joabj
ta na versao americana do album, e nao ta no Spotify, uma pena
@raphamoraisal
@@joabj tb não encontro no Deezer, daria um single foda
@SCRAPSASMR
First 👅
@pacificanorthwest1377
peppy (peppy) and dipper (dipper) from the cataracs and peppy (Timbaland) and luna (dev) don't hurt it (Pacifica dirty bass remix)
@albertjones8402
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