Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, known professionally as Halsey, is an American… Read Full Bio ↴Ashley Nicolette Frangipane, known professionally as Halsey, is an American singer and songwriter. Their stage name is a reference to the Halsey Street station of the New York City Subway in Brooklyn, and is an anagram of their first name. Halsey's music is categorized as indie pop ballads, usually based on their personal experiences. Their awards and nominations include four Billboard Music Awards, four iHeartRadio Music Awards, two Teen Choice Awards, one GLAAD Media Award, one Global Award, a Guinness World Record, a MTV Video Music Award and a Grammy Award nomination. Outside of their career, they have been involved in suicide prevention awareness and sexual assault victim advocacy.

Frangipane signed their first recording contract with Astralwerks, and released their début EP Room 93 in 2014. Their début studio album Badlands (2015) reached number two on the US Billboard 200 and has been certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Halsey appeared as a featured artist on The Chainsmokers' 2016 single "Closer", which reached number one on several national charts, including in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Halsey's second studio album Hopeless Fountain Kingdom (2017) was preceded by the single "Now or Never", which became their first top 40 entry as a lead artist.

On May 17, Halsey released the single "Nightmare", which debuted in the top fifteen of the US. On September 13, 2019, they released the single "Graveyard". During September 2019, Halsey announced that their third studio album Manic would be released in January 17, 2020, and they would be having a world tour in support of their third studio album. The singer will play 19 shows during the first leg, scheduled to take place in Europe between February and March 2020. They released another single, "Clementine", on her birthday, September 29, 2019.

Halsey released their fourth studio album "If I Can't Have Love, I Want Power", on August 27, 2021. A theatrical film directed by American filmmaker Colin Tilley, titled after the album and featuring its music, was screened in select IMAX cinemas around the world on August 25 and 26, 2021, leading up to the album release.

Not Afraid Anymore
Halsey Lyrics

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I am not afraid anymore
Standing in the eye of the storm
Ready to face this, dying to taste this, sick sweet warmth
I am not afraid anymore
I want what you got in store
I'm ready to feed now, get in your seat now

And touch me like you never

And push me like you never
And touch me like you never
'Cause I am not afraid, I am not afraid anymore
No no no

No no no
No no no
No no no
No no no

I am not ashamed anymore
I want something so impure
You better impress now, watching my dress now fall to the floor
Crawling underneath my skin, sweet talk with a hint of sin
Begging you to take me
Devil underneath your grin, sweet thing, but she play to win, heaven gonna hate me

And touch me like you never
And push me like you never
And touch me like you never
'Cause I am not afraid, I am not afraid anymore
No no no

Crawling underneath my skin, sweet talk with a hint of sin
Begging you to take me
Devil underneath your grin, sweet thing, bet you play to win, heaven gonna hate me

And touch me like you never
And push me like you never
And touch me like you never

'Cause I am not afraid, I am not afraid anymore
No no no

Overall Meaning

The song "Not Afraid Anymore" by Halsey can be interpreted as a narrative of a woman's sexual empowerment as it depicts an individual who has broken free from their fears and is ready to explore their deepest desires, regardless of societal expectations. The opening lines "I am not afraid anymore, standing in the eye of the storm, ready to face this, dying to taste this, sick sweet warmth" illustrates an individual who has reconciled with their inner demons and is now prepared to pursue their passions, even if it means taking risks. The words "sick sweet warmth" could suggest the conflicting emotions that come with exploring one's sexuality.

Throughout the song, Halsey sings to a lover who she wants to push her to her limits; "touch me like you never, and push me like you never." She appears unashamed of her desires, stating "I am not ashamed anymore; I want something so impure, you better impress now, watching my dress fall to the floor." The lyrics seem to convey that Halsey craves the passion, desire, and thrill that comes with giving in to her lover's touch. The words "crawling underneath my skin, sweet talk with a hint of sin, begging you to take me, devil underneath your grin, sweet thing, but she plays to win, heaven gonna hate me" emphasizes that Halsey believes she is willingly making a deal with the devil in pursuit of her desire.

Overall, the song can be interpreted as a celebration of sexual liberation of individuals who have been held back by fear and shame. It is an anthem for those who are ready to embrace their desires and break away from societal norms.

Line by Line Meaning

I am not afraid anymore
The singer has overcome their fear and is ready to face this situation head-on.

Standing in the eye of the storm
The singer is in the midst of a difficult situation, but they are not afraid and are prepared to face whatever comes their way.

Ready to face this, dying to taste this, sick sweet warmth
The singer is eager to experience the intensity of what is to come, even if it is painful, intense, or uncomfortable.

I want what you got in store
The artist is excited about the possibilities that lie ahead, eager to see what the future has in store for them.

I'm ready to feed now, get in your seat now
The artist is hungry for new experiences, impatient to get started and eager to see what is going to happen next.

And touch me like you never
The singer is asking their partner to touch them in a way that is new, exciting, intense, and passionate, as if they have never touched them before.

And push me like you never
The singer is asking their partner to push them in a way that is new, exciting, intense, and passionate, as if they have never pushed them before.

'Cause I am not afraid, I am not afraid anymore
The artist is reiterating that they are no longer afraid of what is to come and are confident in their ability to face whatever comes their way.

I am not ashamed anymore
The artist is no longer ashamed of their desires or their past, and is ready to embrace their true self.

I want something so impure
The artist wants something that is considered taboo, immoral, or impure, and is willing to embrace that side of themselves.

You better impress now, watching my dress now fall to the floor
The singer is demanding that their partner impress them, that they better be prepared to leave them breathless, and hints that they are ready for physical intimacy.

Crawling underneath my skin, sweet talk with a hint of sin
The artist is describing the effect that their partner has on them, with their words and actions sending shivers down their spine and causing them to give in to temptation.

Begging you to take me
The singer is giving in to their desires and is essentially begging their partner to make a move and initiate physical intimacy.

Devil underneath your grin, sweet thing, but she play to win, heaven gonna hate me
The singer recognizes that their partner has a dark side, but finds it all the more enticing, and is aware that their actions may have negative consequences in the long run.

No no no
The singer is repeating this phrase to emphasize their confidence, their lack of fear, or their eagerness for what is to come.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ashley Frangipane, Jason Quenneville, Nasri Atweh, Adam Messinger

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