Reyez started singing at a young age. Inspired by her father's talent for playing acoustic guitar, and singing Colombian boleros, Jessie was destined to be a creative herself. It came naturally to Jessie, as she began writing lyrics and adopting her father's talents for the guitar. But before Reyez became serious about music, she was a committed student, and studied hip-hop dance from junior high into high school. However, after a traumatic breakup with her first serious boyfriend when she was 17, Jessie poured her heartache back into music. Reyez was then introduced to Chicago-based hip-hop artist King Louie. Soon, Reyez was approached to share her songwriting and vocal talents with such notables as Calvin Harris, Babyface, Chance the Rapper. Reyez was focused on building an audience for her own work however, and in April 2017, she released a seven-song EP, 'Kiddo', which includes tracks "Figures" and "Gatekeeper". Reyez followed EP with standalone "Phone Calls" and "Cotton Candy".
In March 2018, Reyez released a reprised version of "Figures" which was performed live alongside fellow Toronto-based artist Daniel Caesar at the Juno Awards. She recieved Breakthrough Artist of the Year, dedicating the win to Canadian artists.
Reyez, currently touring with singer-songwriter Halsey in North America, commemorated her recent success with a new single: "Apple Juice".
Cotton Candy
Jessie Reyez Lyrics
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Don't know where your head's at
Or if you love me at all, anymore
Can't wait to show you all the worlds I'm gonna gift you
If you let me
If you let me
I know this road too well
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, I lost her)
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now
Baby, don't lose me now
Still waiting for your call
Aren't you the one that's supposed to pick me up when I fall
Nothing's easy in this world
Baby, believe me
I just hope you see it when you see me
I know this road too well
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, I lost her)
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now
Baby, don't lose me now
The lyrics of Jessie Reyez's "Cotton Candy" express the singer's vulnerable emotions about their relationship being at a crossroads. The first verse reflects the singer's anxiety about their partner's perceived lack of commitment. Not knowing where they stand in their lover's eyes, the singer tries to brace herself for the worst if they don't hear from them. However, she still remains hopeful of the future, looking forward to sharing all the good things that the world can give them if only her lover decides to let her.
The second verse highlights the singer's regret over the missed opportunities in their relationship, wishing things could have been different. She knew all too well the complications that come with a relationship, and she doesn’t want to be in a position of wondering what went wrong while watching her significant other seek solace in a bar. Her plea for her lover not to lose her is a desperate appeal to remember the love that brought them together in the first place, asking them to pick her up when she falls.
Overall, "Cotton Candy" is an emotional ballad that showcases vulnerability, regret, and hope, and it is a poignant representation of the complications that come with relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Trying to brace myself worried you won't call
I am preparing myself for the disappointment of not receiving your call.
Don't know where your head's at
I am uncertain about your mental state and where you stand emotionally towards me.
Or if you love me at all, anymore
I am questioning whether or not you still love me at all.
Can't wait to show you all the worlds I'm gonna gift you
I am eager to share with you all the wonderful things that I have planned for you.
If you let me
As long as you allow me to do so.
I know this road too well
I am all too familiar with the difficulties and struggles that come with relationships.
Don't wanna see you at a bar
I do not want to unexpectedly come across you at a place of drinking and socializing.
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
I do not want to be reminded of the times when we could have put in more effort to make things work between us.
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, I lost her)
Seeing me again may trigger the realization that you have lost me and missed out on a good thing.
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
I am expressing a plea for you to hold on to our relationship and not let it slip away.
Still waiting for your call
I am still waiting for you to reach out to me.
Aren't you the one that's supposed to pick me up when I fall
Aren't you the one who should be there for me during the difficult times?
Nothing's easy in this world
I am acknowledging that relationships and life, in general, are not easy things to navigate.
Baby, believe me
But I want you to believe that I am committed to making this work.
I just hope you see it when you see me
I hope that you will be able to see my love and dedication to you when we are together.
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
I am reiterating my plea for you to not let our relationship fall apart.
Baby, don't lose me now
Please, do not let me slip away from you.
Baby, don't lose me now
I am expressing a sense of urgency for our relationship to stay intact.
Baby, don't lose me now
I am expressing my fear and hope that our relationship remains strong.
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Written by: Jessica Reyes
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[Verse 1]
Trying to brace myself for your call
Don't know where your head's at
Or if you love me at all, anymore
Can we just show you all the words I'm gonna gift you
If you let me
If you let me
[Chorus]
I know this road too well
I don't wanna see you at a bar
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, i lost her)
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now
Baby, don't lose me now
[Verse 2]
Still waiting for your call
Aren't you the one that's supposed to pick me up when I fall
Nothing's easy in this world
Baby, believe me
I just hope you see it when you see me
Chorus]
I know this road too well
I don't wanna see you at a bar
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, i lost her)
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now
Baby, don't lose me now
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Trying to brace myself for your call
Don't know where your head's at
Or if you love me at all, anymore
Can we just show you all the words I'm gonna gift you
If you let me
If you let me
I know this road too well
I don't wanna see you at a bar
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, I lost her)
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now
Baby, don't lose me now
Still waiting for your call
Aren't you the one that's supposed to pick me up when I fall
Nothing's easy in this world
Baby, believe me
I just hope you see it when you see me
I know this road too well
I don't wanna see you at a bar
And think we could have tried a little harder (little harder)
Don't wanna see you at a bar
And maybe you start thinking
"Damn, I lost her" (damn, I lost her)
Ooh, baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now (baby, don't lose me now)
Baby, don't lose me now
Baby, don't lose me now
italia shaniah
I’m assuming the title is a metaphor. Cotton candy is sweet long enough to satisfy your taste buds, but suddenly dissolves. In comparison to relationships. Someone can be so sweet for a moment, but disappear the next. Beautiful song.
miss molly
And don't forget that if you overindulge and consume too much over a long enough period of time it can rot your teeth and potentially be a major contributor to a myriad of health problems. Sounds to me like he's a sinfully, achingly sweet indulgence she can't help but crave even though, whatever way she looks at it, the satiated sugar love rush is momentary at best and at worst ends in illness and decay. She knows he isn't good for her and never can be. But still...
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Ikr ! That's what I said when I first heard this.
TheJazzyfuductshizzl
Wow what a beautiful analogy
Mozart Cruise
Italia Shaniah I am sure you have found TRUE LOVE! Hopefully now! It’s so sad reading, what you wrote two years ago. Only life’s experiences and a 💔make one, write so deep!
Mozart Cruise
Dammmm!! That can be a song!! ♥️
Voice Over Donny
She wrote, produced, & recorded this song on her laptop in her living room with the bare minimum. You don't need expensive equipment to put your art out there! <3
Bianca Espinoza
She is a real artist, you can feel her soul through her voice and lyrics. She’s gonna be big!
GeTTeM ( i ) GoTTeM ENT
Imported has 45 million views, you called it :)
Prince MrPotato
@Liliana Caracciolo-clayton like watching a tree grow 🙂