From 2016 to 2018, she released three EPs on the label, including Time, Change, and Ready. Her self-titled debut studio album was released in October 2018 and featured the singles "Boo'd Up" and "Trip", which charted in the US Billboard Hot 100 at number 5 and 11, respectively. In 2019, "Boo'd Up" was nominated for two Grammy Awards: Song of the Year and Best R&B Song, winning for the latter, as well as Mai herself being nominated for British Breakthrough Act at the 2019 Brit Awards. At the 2019 Billboard Music Awards, she won three awards, including the award for Top R&B Artist.
Close
Ella Mai Lyrics
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'Cause I don't recognize a thing about it
That don't even matter, I'm just glad I got into the party
So I can feel your music in my body
'Cause you the only out of everybody
Who can deal with all my ways
I know I got some ways
But you control the flames
It could be a room full of people, you still on my side
Look at how the whole world is searching, but I got mine
It's emotional, uncontrollable, all I think about is you
So if the tears wanna flood in my gates, let the water flow
Just let it fall out from my face
'Cause I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I just can't breathe without my baby
Ooh, you my baby
So come and kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
I don't even care, I'm nosy
Just keep me there, keep me in the moment
Seen a lot of things, but I never seen my spirit glowing
The way you do me got me outta body
'Cause you the only out of everybody
Who gon' go out of the way to show me all the ways
Can't control the flame
I just wanna stay right here with you
It could be a room full of people, you still on my side
Look at how the whole world is searching, but I got mine
It's emotional, uncontrollable, all I think about is you
So if the tears wanna flood in my gates, let the water flow
Just let it fall out, out from my face
I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I just can't breathe without my baby
Ooh, come here, baby
So you can kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
So you can kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance
Just let it fall out, out of my face
I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I just can't breathe without my baby
Ooh, come here, baby
So you can kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
I, inner, I bring to you through words I sing
My flaws, my dreams, and all from within
I am Ella Mai
The lyrics to Ella Mai's song "Close" describe the intense connection and closeness between two individuals, particularly during a party or social gathering. The singer expresses her need for the other person's presence and affection, highlighting their unique ability to understand and control her emotions. They are the only person who can "deal with all [her] ways," and this creates a deep sense of comfort and security. The singer's feelings for the other person are uncontrollable and all-encompassing, making it impossible for her to think of anything other than their relationship. She mentions that she is willing to let her emotions overflow and cry if necessary, as long as she can be close to her partner.
Throughout the song, Ella Mai describes the physical closeness between the two individuals, emphasizing the importance of being close and intimate with one another. Lyrics like "Come and kiss up on me / As we dance close" and "As we dance close / Come and kiss up on me slow" highlight the importance of touch, both as a form of reassurance and as a way to express love and closeness.
Ultimately, the song is a celebration of the unique connection that two people can form with one another, and the intense emotions and vulnerability that come with it. The singer communicates her deep love for her partner and the joy and comfort that come with being close to them.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what's living in my body
I'm confused about who I am right now
'Cause I don't recognize a thing about it
I feel disconnected from myself
That don't even matter, I'm just glad I got into the party
Despite feeling lost, I'm happy to be here with you
So I can feel your music in my body
Your presence and music make me feel alive
'Cause you're the only out of everybody
You're the only one who understands me
Who can deal with all my ways
You accept me for who I am, even with my flaws
I know I got some ways
I acknowledge that I have my faults
But you control the flames
You have a calming effect on me and my emotions
So I just wanna stay right here with you
I want to stay close to you
It could be a room full of people, you still on my side
I feel like you'll always be there for me no matter what
Look at how the whole world is searching, but I got mine
While many are still searching for love, I've already found it with you
It's emotional, uncontrollable, all I think about is you
My feelings for you are intense and overwhelming
So if the tears wanna flood in my gates, let the water flow
I'm not afraid to show my emotions around you
Just let it fall out from my face
I won't hide my tears from you
'Cause I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I never expected to feel this way
I just can't breathe without my baby
I need you in my life
Ooh, you my baby
You're important to me and I feel a strong connection to you
So come and kiss up on me
I want to feel close to you
As we dance close
As we move together to the rhythm of the music
I don't even care, I'm nosey
I'm curious and interested in you
Just keep me there, keep me in the moment
I want to focus on being with you in the present
Seen a lot of things, but I never seen my spirit glowing
Being with you makes me feel truly happy and alive
The way you do me got me outta body
You have a profound effect on me, both physically and emotionally
Who gon' go out of the way to show me all the ways
You're willing to go above and beyond for me
Can't control the flame
My emotions for you are intense and hard to manage
I just wanna stay right here with you
I want to keep being close to you
Ooh, come here, baby
I want to be physically close to you
As we dance close
As we move together to the rhythm of the music
Just let it fall out, out from my face
I won't hide my tears from you
I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I never expected to feel this way
I just can't breathe without my baby
I need you in my life
As we dance close
As we move together to the rhythm of the music
As we dance close
As we move together to the rhythm of the music
As we dance close
As we move together to the rhythm of the music
Come and kiss up on me slow
I want to be physically close to you
As we dance close
As we move together to the rhythm of the music
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dijon Isaiah Mcfarlane, Ella Mai Howell, Quintin Ferbie Gulledge, Varren Jerome Lloyd Wade
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I don't know what's living in my body
'Cause I don't recognize a thing about it
That don't even matter, I'm just glad I got into the party
So I can feel your music in my body
'Cause you the only out of everybody
Who can deal with all my ways
I know I got some ways
But you control the flames
So I just wanna stay right here with you
It could be a room full of people, you still on my side
Look at how the whole world is searching, but I got mine
It's emotional, uncontrollable, all I think about is you
So if the tears wanna flood in my gates, let the water flow
Just let it fall out from my face
'Cause I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I just can't breathe without my baby
Ooh, you my baby
So come and kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
I don't even care, I'm nosey
Just keep me there, keep me in the moment
Seen a lot of things, but I never seen my spirit glowing
The way you do me got me outta body
'Cause you the only out of everybody
Who gon' go out of the way to show me all the ways
Can't control the flame
I just wanna stay right here with you
It could be a room full of people, you still on my side
Look at how the whole world is searching, but I got mine
It's emotional, uncontrollable, all I think about is you
So if the tears wanna flood in my gates, let the water flow
Just let it fall out, out from my face
I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I just can't breathe without my baby
Ooh, come here, baby
So you can kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
So you can kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance
Just let it fall out, out of my face
I never thought I'd ever hear me say
I just can't breathe without my baby
Ooh, come here, baby
So you can kiss up on me
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
As we dance close
Come and kiss up on me slow
As we dance close
@jonpowell276
As a man, I could only pray to make my woman feel the way she feels in this song. That’s real 🤞🏾❤️
@rainbowdiamond412
Beautiful
@kuryous1
real talk !!!
@BIGLboogie21
🗣 A MAAAAANNNNN.... 😩
@lalayatem3758
God Bless you abundantly, may God Bless you with a Godly, righteous and wonderful woman
@JoLeeRey
Man say that again. You're a real man
@angelacurtis4961
This is literally my relationship right now. Used to listen to the song on repeat and I feel like I finally manifested what I want and need. God is soooooo good.
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@maryisaiah7000
So happy for you, yes God is good!
@karinweiri8318
You and I both. The perfect man for me exists and now he is my beloved and adored husband ❤❤❤❤❤❤