Barnett's debut studio album, LP1 (2014), reached number 16 on the UK Albums Chart and number 30 on the US Billboard 200. It was also nominated for that year's Mercury Prize. She then released the EP M3LL155X (2015) and took a four-year hiatus, after which she released her second studio album, Magdalene (2019). After signing with Atlantic Records, she released the mixtape Caprisongs (2022). Her work has consistently garnered acclaim and has been described as "genre-bending", drawing on various genres including electronic music, trip hop, R&B, and avant-garde.
FKA x inc
FKA twigs Lyrics
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In my primal love
In my primal love
Don't try to cover me from what I'm feeling
In my primal love
Don't be afraid
In my primal love
In my primal love
I see your flame
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
But I'm never gonna be your savior
I'm never gonna be the one
I'm never gonna be the one
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
'Cause they die
My man holds a lighter
For the day I clamp his fire
My man holds a lighter for our love
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
But I'm never gonna be your savior
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
But I'm never gonna be your savior
I'm never gonna be the one
I'm never gonna be the one
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
'Cause they die, they die
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
'Cause they die
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
'Cause they die, they die
The lyrics of FKA Twigs and inc.'s song "FKA x inc." convey primal and raw emotions of love, which are often concealed or dismissed in conventional relationships. The repetition of the chorus line "In my primal love" emphasizes the intensity and authenticity of the connection between the two individuals. The singer urges the other person not to try to cover their feelings or be afraid, encouraging them to embrace and express their passion openly. The lines "I'm never gonna be your savior" suggest a mutual understanding that neither of them can save the other, but they will continue to try to satisfy each other in their own way. The mention of the man holding a lighter for the singer's fire implies that the relationship is a balancing act and that both parties are responsible for maintaining the passion and desire between them. Ultimately, the repeated refrain "Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove, 'cause they die" acknowledges the impermanence of love and the pain that comes with it.
Overall, "FKA x inc." presents a refreshing and honest perspective on love and relationships, rejecting the societal pressures to conform and instead valuing the raw, unfiltered emotions that come with genuine connection.
Line by Line Meaning
In my primal love
I am experiencing pure, instinctual love
Don't try to cover me from what I'm feeling
Do not try to hide or suppress my emotions
Don't be afraid
Do not fear my intense feelings
I see where all the burning fire's hidden
I understand the source of intense passion
I see your flame
I recognize and appreciate your passion and intensity
So I try to satisfy
I attempt to fulfill your desires
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
A term of endearment for my love, who may be struggling or in a difficult place
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
I cannot save or fix my love's struggles completely
But I'm never gonna be your savior
It is not possible for me to be the sole solution to your problems
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
Do not mourn or despair over things that are beyond your control
'Cause they die
Because all things come to an end eventually
My man holds a lighter
My partner has the power to ignite passion and emotion within me
For the day I clamp his fire
I will bring balance to our relationship and prevent it from becoming destructive or overwhelming
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
I cannot fully fix my love's struggles or burdens
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
Do not lament over things that cannot be changed or controlled
'Cause they die, they die
All things are temporary and will eventually come to an end
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Andrew Mckay, Daniel McKay, Tahliah Barnett
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Bryam Avila
In my primal love
In my primal love
In my primal love
Don't try to cover me from what I'm feeling
In my primal love
Don't be afraid
In my primal love
I see where all the burning fire's hidden
In my primal love
I see your flame
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
But I'm never gonna be your savior
I'm never gonna be the one
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove [x2]
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
Cause they die
My man holds a lighter
For the day I clamp his fire
My man holds a lighter for our love
[x2:]
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
But I'm never gonna be your savior
[x3:]
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
Cause they die in time
Paradoxical Enigma
Nice
[Intro]
In my primal love
In my primal love
[Verse 1]
In my primal love
Don't try to cover me from what I'm feeling
In my primal love
Don't be afraid
In my primal love
I see where all the burning fire's hidden
In my primal love
I see your flame
[Bridge]
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen love
But I'm never gonna be your savior
[Chorus]
I'm never gonna be the one
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove (x2)
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
Cause they die
[Verse 2]
My man holds a lighter
For the day I clamp his fire
My man holds a lighter for our love
[Bridge] (x2)
So I try to satisfy
My fallen dove, my fallen dove
But I'm never gonna be your savior
[Chorus] (x3)
I'm never gonna be the one, my fallen dove
Don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove
Cause they die in time
Foeko
3 years of listening to this and still my favorite song of all times, when she says (don't cry for the things you love, my fallen dove) my soul leaves my body for a moment and come back
Gabriel
I feel sad that they released only this song and never done anything together after that. I wish i could hear a full project from them.
Blue Blue
There's another song called one time
Blue Blue
From lp1 super deluxe limited vinyl
kimmo mac
They got a few songs just type fka x inc
The Vibe Guide
Sublime!
Brittania Rowe
I wish more people appreciated this kind of music
Terri Smith
I.. Truly. ..feel the Essences ..beautifully crafted. ..FKA Twigs
OCT. .1st 2015
browneyeblues12
what do ppl call this kind of music?
drew fastiggi
+browneyeblues12 experimental/alternative r&b