February 2019 saw the release of Kehlani’s third mixtape While We Wait, which served as a prelude to what would be their second album It Was Good Until It Wasn’t. The highly-anticipated album was released on May 8, 2020 to positive reception, with the album cover and music videos being shot in their home due to the COVID-19 pandemic at the time.
On April 29, 2022, Kehlani released their third album Blue Water Road, with features from Blxst, Justin Bieber, Syd, Jessie Reyez, Ambré and Thundercat.
Get Away
Kehlani Lyrics
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Don't let it slip away (oh, no)
Every man wants a queen
Like Jada in her prime, 1990's fine
Gotta match his fly like somethin' from a dream, no, or a movie script
When you kiss her lips, should feel somethin' like this
Not just any music, talkin' Mr. Soulchild
Sparks will fly when lips first touch
All of these doubts get left in the dust
Heat of the moment so no room to judge, no room to judge
So tonight you should go and take a chance with her
She could be everything you wanted, everything you wanted, boy
Don't let that get away
Don't let that slip away
Don't let that love escape (no)
Don't let that get, don't let that get away
Don't let that
Don't let that slip away (nah-nah-nah-nah)
Don't let that love escape (ooh, ah)
Don't let that get away (no, no, no)
Don't let that slip away (no, no, oh, ah, ah, ah)
Don't let that love escape
I always wondered 'bout why you let me go?
Why you let me walk, up on out that door?
We just went out for drinks, no (drinks, drinks, drinks, drinks)
Then you took me home
Walked me to my porch
Where you turned me on
That night you told me that you heard it in the background
Not just any music, talkin' Mr. Soulchild
Said you was scared to come fuck with me (with me)
'Cause you see I'm chasin' dreams (oh-oh, ah)
But that don't mean that I don't need no love
So tonight you should go and take a chance with her
She could be everything you wanted, everything you wanted, boy
Don't let that get away (don't let it)
Don't let that slip away (no-no, no-no, no-no)
Don't let that love escape (no)
Don't let that get, don't let that
Don't let that slip away (don't let it, don't let it) (nah-nah-nah-nah-nah)
Don't let it, don't let it
Don't let that get away
Don't let that slip away (no, no, oh, ah, ah, ah)
Don't let that love slip away
In Kehlani's song "Get Away," the lyrics touch upon the themes of not letting love slip away and taking a chance on love. The opening lines caution against losing something valuable and urges the listener not to let it slip away. The reference to a queen like Jada in her prime represents the ideal partner, someone who matches the beauty and charisma of a celebrity. This person should make the listener feel like they're living in a dream or a movie script, with kisses that evoke intense emotions.
The mention of Musiq (referring to Musiq Soulchild) playing in the background adds to the romantic ambiance. The lyrics suggest that when two people's lips touch for the first time, sparks fly and doubts fade away. The heat of the moment leaves no room for judgments or doubts, emphasizing the importance of living in the present and seizing the opportunity.
The second verse shifts to a more personal perspective, as Kehlani reflects on why her partner let her go and why they didn't choose to pursue their connection. They went out for drinks and returned to her home, where the partner admits to feeling scared to fully commit to the relationship due to Kehlani's ambitious pursuit of her dreams. However, Kehlani insists that despite her aspirations, she still desires love and affection.
Overall, "Get Away" is a song that urges the listener not to let love slip away, to take chances on love even when fear or doubt arises, and to embrace the intense emotions that come with a deep connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't let it go, let it go
Hold on to it tightly, don't let it escape
Don't let it slip away (oh, no)
Don't allow it to be lost or wasted
Every man wants a queen
Every man desires a strong and powerful partner
Like Jada in her prime, 1990's fine
Similar to Jada Pinkett Smith at her best, stunning and captivating
Gotta match his fly like somethin' from a dream, or a movie script
Need to complement his style and energy perfectly, like a fantasy or a scripted romance
When you kiss her lips, should feel somethin' like this
The kiss should evoke intense emotions and connection
All of a sudden Musiq's playin' in the background
In that moment, the perfect love song by Musiq Soulchild starts playing
Not just any music, talkin' Mr. Soulchild
Specifically referring to the soulful music of Musiq Soulchild
Sparks will fly when lips first touch
There will be instant chemistry and excitement when they kiss
All of these doubts get left in the dust
All uncertainties and insecurities are left behind and forgotten
Heat of the moment so no room to judge, no room to judge
In the passion and intensity of the moment, there is no space for criticism or doubt
So tonight you should go and take a chance with her
Tonight, you should seize the opportunity and risk it all with her
She could be everything you wanted, everything you wanted, boy
She has the potential to fulfill all your desires and wishes
Don't let that get away
Do not allow her to slip out of your grasp
Don't let that slip away
Don't let the opportunity for love fade
Don't let that love escape (no)
Ensure that love doesn't vanish or elude you
I always wondered 'bout why you let me go?
I have always been curious about why you allowed me to leave
Why you let me walk, up on out that door?
Why did you permit me to leave by walking out that door?
We just went out for drinks (drinks, drinks, drinks, drinks)
We only went out for some drinks together
Then you took me home
Afterward, you accompanied me back to my place
Walked me to my porch
You guided me to my porch
Where you turned me on
At that location, you aroused my interest or desire
That night you told me that you heard it in the background
On that evening, you revealed that you heard it playing faintly
Said you was scared to come fuck with me (with me)
You admitted being afraid to engage or involve yourself with me
'Cause you see I'm chasin' dreams (oh-oh, ah)
Because you recognize that I am pursuing my own aspirations and goals
But that don't mean that I don't need no love
Nevertheless, it doesn't imply that I don't desire or require love
Don't let that slip away (no-no, no-no, no-no)
Do not allow it to fade or vanish
Don't let that love escape (no)
Ensure that love doesn't elude or escape you
Don't let that get, don't let that
Do not let that slip or be lost, do not let that happen
Don't let that slip away (don't let it, don't let it)
Do not allow it to fade or be lost, hold on to it
Don't let it, don't let it
Don't let it go, don't let it slip away
Don't let that get away
Do not allow it to escape or be lost
Don't let that slip away (no, no, oh, ah, ah, ah)
Don't let it fade or be lost, hold on to it tightly
Don't let that love slip away
Ensure that love doesn't fade or vanish
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benjamin J. Bush, Kehlani Ashley Parrish, Stephen Ellis Garrett, Timothy Z. Mosley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
I Know Mya
Just came here to say this song really hits you’re soul so unexpectedly and literally deserves to be played everywhere even in 2020 😭
Christina Powell
Still here in 2022🌚😂
Marienny Vargas
still hits in 2022
lilsksk
WB 2023?
Lauryn Cash
One of kehlani's most underrated pieces, this song still jams
Juelsz M
Truth
Grace Minahan
☝️
thatscrazy
Ye
Ama B
This is my favorite Kehlani song!
Vanessa Payano
this song and "till the morning"