After self-financing an EP and a music video, Dahlia was brought to the attention of veteran record executive Sylvia Rhone by A&R representative Amanda Berkowitz. In 2012, describing Dahlia as "more than just a pop artist," Rhone signed her to her newly-launched label, Vested In Culture (VIC), a joint venture with Epic Records. Dahlia's debut album is set to come out in 2013, and will be VIC's inaugural release.
Dahlia's first single and video for VIC is the track "Gangsta", which MTV called "filled to the brim with fierce rapping". Shot in Miami, the video for "Gangsta" reflects the difficulties of her earlier life. The video, which was directed by Samantha Lecca, premiered on Vevo on March 5, 2013, and Dahlia was selected as a BET "Music Matters" artist.
Dahlia digitally released three songs, "Gangsta", "Money Party", and "Mirror" on March 5, 2013.
Friday Night Majic
Kat Dahlia Lyrics
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What you say baby
I got that thing that make ′em all go crazy
Go all day
A you, making me mental ooohhh
Take my time on you
Wouldn't that be cool
Cause you′re the one I wanna get intoBaby I'm just keeping it simple ooohhh
Studying you, making me mental ooohhh
Take my time on you
Wouldn't that be cool
Cause you′re the one I wanna get into
I′m giving it up?
Giving it up
Giving it up babe
Put it all on my body
In it like it's ya party
What you say
What you say baby
I got that thing that make ′em all go crazy
Go all day
Go all day baby
I'll serve you, turn you out as if you paid me
Baby I′m just keeping it simple, ooohhhh
Studying you, making me mental, ooohhh
Take my time on you
Wouldn't that be cool
Cause you′re the one I wanna get into
Give you all my time
I got that bad shit thats good for ya
You know you wanna try
I got that magic that'll keep you up
Give you all my timeI got that bad shit thats good for ya
You know you wanna try
I got that magic, I got that magic
I'm giving it up
Giving it up
Giving it up babe
Put it all on my body
In it like it′s ya party
I′m giving it up
Giving it up
Giving it up babe
Put it all on my body
In it like it's ya partyo
What you say
What you say baby
I got that thing that make ′em all go crazy
Go all day
Go all day baby
I'll serve you, turn you out as if you paid me
Give you all my time
I got that bad shit thats good for ya
You know you wanna try
I got that magic that′ll keep you up
Give you all my time
I got that bad shit thats good for ya
You know you wanna try
I got that magic, I got that magic
What you say what you say
I got that bad shit
What you say what you say
I got that magic
What you say baby
I got that bad shit thats good for ya
What you say what you say
I got that magic, that magic.
The song "Friday Night Majic" by Kat Dahlia is a fast-paced, energetic track that is filled with confidence and sexual innuendos. The lyrics depict a woman who is aware of her sexual prowess and is determined to use it to her advantage. The lyrics "Cause you're the one I wanna get into" and "I got that bad shit that's good for ya" clearly imply sexual desire and attraction.
The repetition of the phrase "What you say" throughout the song can be interpreted as Dahlia's challenge to her listener to accept and appreciate her sexual confidence. The line "Put it all on my body, in it like it's ya party" reinforces the idea that the woman in the song is in control and is unapologetic about her sexuality.
The chorus "I got that magic, that magic" cements the idea that the woman in the song has something special that sets her apart from others. Overall, the song portrays a person who knows what they want and isn't afraid to go after it.
Line by Line Meaning
What you say
Asking for confirmation that her crush is interested in her
What you say baby
Affectionately asking her crush for confirmation
I got that thing that make ′em all go crazy
Boasting about the attractive qualities that make people infatuated with her
Go all day
Can keep going all day and night with her crush
A you, making me mental ooohhh
Her crush is driving her crazy with desire
Take my time on you
Taking things slow and savoring the moment with her crush
Wouldn't that be cool
Expressing excitement about getting to know her crush better
Cause you′re the one I wanna get into
She has eyes only for her crush
Baby I'm just keeping it simple ooohhh
Taking a straightforward approach to let her crush know about her attraction
Studying you, making me mental ooohhh
Analyzing every aspect of her crush, making her anxious
I'll serve you, turn you out as if you paid me
Willing to do anything to please her crush
Give you all my time
Willing to devote all her time and attention to her crush
I got that bad shit thats good for ya
Aware of her flaws, but confident her crush will still find her appealing
You know you wanna try
Confident that her crush will want to take a chance on her
I got that magic that'll keep you up
Promising to keep the excitement and passion alive in their relationship
I'm giving it up
Offering herself fully to her crush
Put it all on my body
Offering herself physically to her crush
In it like it's ya party
Making her crush feel like the center of attention
What you say what you say
Repeatedly seeking confirmation and reassurance from her crush
I got that bad shit
Acknowledging her flaws and unconventional qualities
I got that magic
Boasting about the unique and special qualities that make her attractive
What you say baby
Asking for her crush's final answer
I got that bad shit thats good for ya
Reiterating that her flaws and imperfections can still make her a good match
I got that magic, that magic.
Proudly reiterating that she has a unique and special quality that sets her apart
Writer(s): Jerome Harmon, Katrina Huguet, Meleni Smith
Contributed by Leah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ormich5681
My BOP!!!
And this is lowkey the best she's ever looked too. YES
@Gingindiaz
This video was made two years ago. And just like any other accomplished artist Kat was/is on a positive vibe and was experimenting with different types of music. Don’t box her in one corner. She is multi-dimensionional. Her new stuff is a mixture of all types. It’s bomb! I think this video is beautiful, sounds different but is great, creative and Kat kills it! It is soulful & passionate like all of her videos. She puts her heart, body and mind into it. Focus on that instead of anything negative. She stepped out and hit a home run! I plan on going to see her in L.A. in March. See her live! ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!
@HayloISNOTHalop
wow a different side of kats style😍
@maksnyashkin3800
I'm obsessed with this song.Love it.Good job,Kat.
@Decadentsounds
The aesthetic of this videos + the dancers are dope 👌🏾
@debusschere4817
even though it's a different lane for her she still is gorgeous as hell!!
@mdr4233
I freaking love her
@byzantineaura
she is just showing us her voice can be different and not sound the same way in every song.
@summerrain8864
I really don't know why people are hatin' on this song?! I actually really love it! She has done a few songs in this higher tones and I love them all! Her voice is just so unique!
@Zzoarqg
I love Kat, it's good to hear from her again. She is always evolving.