Lights On
H.E.R Lyrics


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It's dark outside
I'm feeling right with you, oh, you
Don't turn off the lights
Can we try something new, oh, new?

(You ain't) ain't see this side of me
Fluent in the sheets
Can you read in between me?
I ain't a stranger to the foreplay
So we can skip the wordplay, yeah

Leave the lights on
Leave the, leave the lights on
Leave 'em lights on
Leave 'em, leave 'em lights on, on
Oh, do it side on
Switch it, let me ride on
Ride all night long
Leave 'em, leave 'em lights on, on, on, on, on

Won't close my eyes
Show me what you can do (you can do), do (yeah)
I know your vibe
D'Angelo and penthouse views, yeah, views

Ain't see this side of me
Fluent in the sheets
Can you read in between me?
I ain't a stranger to the foreplay, yeah
So we can skip the wordplay, yeah

Leave the lights on
Leave the, leave the lights on
Leave 'em lights on
Leave 'em, leave 'em lights on, on
Oh, do it side on
Switch it, let me ride on
Ride all night long
Leave 'em, leave 'em lights on, on, on, on, on

Leave the lights on
Leave the lights on
Leave the lights on, yeah




Switch your side on, side on
Oh yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of H.E.R's "Lights On" depict a sensual and passionate experience between two lovers. The verses suggest that the singer wants to engage in something new with her love interest, and that she is not shy about her abilities in the bedroom. The line "fluent in the sheets" indicates that she is confident and experienced, and the request to leave the lights on implies that she wants to enjoy the experience fully and without inhibition. The chorus reinforces this desire to keep the lights on and hints at the possibility of various positions and ways to explore their connection. The line "switch your side on" emphasizes the idea of experimentation and trying new things to keep the spark alive in their relationship.


Overall, the song explores themes of sexual liberation and self-confidence. The singer is comfortable with her sexuality and expresses a desire to explore different aspects of it with her partner. The use of the metaphor "read in between me" suggests that there is more to her than what meets the eye, and that the person she is with is capable of discovering those hidden sides through intimacy. The title "Lights On" can be interpreted as a metaphor for being vulnerable and fully present in the moment, and not hiding any part of oneself from their partner.


Line by Line Meaning

It's dark outside
The setting is nighttime.


I'm feeling right with you, oh, you
I'm feeling comfortable with you and in the moment.


Don't turn off the lights
Keep the lights on for the duration of our encounter.


Can we try something new, oh, new?
Can we experiment sexually in a way that's fresh and exciting for both of us?


(You ain't) ain't see this side of me
This side of me that's sexually adventurous is unfamiliar to you.


Fluent in the sheets
I'm skilled and experienced in sexual activities.


Can you read in between me?
Can you understand my unspoken desires and needs in bed?


I ain't a stranger to the foreplay
I'm familiar with and enjoy sexual activities that occur before penetration.


So we can skip the wordplay, yeah
Let's not waste time with talking or discussion, let's get down to business.


Leave the lights on
Keep the lights on for the duration of our encounter.


Oh, do it side on
Let's try a different sexual position.


Switch it, let me ride on
Change things up and let me take control.


Ride all night long
Let's continue having sex all night long.


Won't close my eyes
I want to see and experience everything that's happening sexually.


Show me what you can do (you can do), do (yeah)
Demonstrate to me what you're capable of sexually.


I know your vibe
I'm familiar with your sexual energy and personality.


D'angelo and penthouse views, yeah, views
I'm setting the mood with references to sensual music and luxurious surroundings.


Leave the lights on
Keep the lights on for the duration of our encounter.


Switch your side on, side on
Let's try a different sexual position again.


Oh yeah
An expression of excitement and anticipation for the ongoing sexual encounter.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Daniel Traynor, Gabriella Wilson, Michael Riley, Talay Riley

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@donchills11

H.E.R. Is amazing. I want her to stay that precious low key gem that only a few know about but at the same time. I want her to get the recognition she deserves

@marvinhusbands

Don Chills I know exactly what you mean. This kinda music shouldn't be for those fettymigo bishes.

@townsan7021

Don Chills she had a whole career before this lol her old persona just wasn't appealing so she got reinvented. Look up gabi Wilson, that's H.E.R

@rockysmith6632

Don Chills i feeel you... but i also want her to revive r&b... like the millenial wreckoning

@KarenACalvo

same way I felt about Adele. Then everyone started knowing of her.

@laquonbrooks3993

Don Chills Dead On!!! comment I was thinking the same.

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@cookegreene4729

The Flash brought me here.
This was playing in the background when Barry & Iris were talking about starting a family.

@TanmayAmbadkar

Oh yeah

@bigbird9112

H.E.R. brings the bangers

@mr.gamergod8467

Bouta start a family to this

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