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.
Intro
Kehlani Lyrics
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And to anyone who got lost in me or to anyone
Who ever felt they took a loss with me
My apologies
For the misunderstanding
Or the lack there of
I'm sorry you missed the god in me
And I'm sorry you missed the light
Night after night with the burden to forgive
Eager to feed you
Everything
See
I'm a holy woman
I know what it's like to give life to a being without
Ever needing to press skin against one another
I've practiced how to hold my tongue long enough
I'm afraid I forgot to say goodbye
I'm afraid you're under their impression
That I was made to please you
I was under the impression you understood me better
The truth is, I'm a superwoman
And some days I'm an angry woman
And some days I'm a crazy woman
For still waiting
For still loving harder even if I'm aching
For still trusting that I'm still worth the most
For still searching
For someone to understand me better
(Understand me better)
Kehlani’s song “Intro” is a powerful and vulnerable reflection on her past relationships and self-discovery. The lyrics express her condolences to those who have lost her, and her apologies to those who have ever felt they took a loss with her. Kehlani takes ownership of the misunderstandings and lack of understanding that may have occurred in her relationships, acknowledging that some may have not seen the “god” or “light” in her. She also reflects on her role as a woman, acknowledging that she is “holy” and knows what it’s like to “give life” without needing physical contact.
The song is a reminder that despite her strength and resilience, Kehlani is human too. She acknowledges that she has been angry and crazy at times, despite still loving and trusting deeply. She concludes with a powerful plea for someone to understand her better, showcasing her need for connection and understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
My condolences to anyone who has ever lost me
I offer my condolences to those who have lost me in their lives
And to anyone who got lost in me or to anyone Who ever felt they took a loss with me
I am sorry for those who feel that they have lost something due to their relationship with me or for those who got lost in me
My apologies For the misunderstanding Or the lack there of
I apologize for any misunderstandings or lack of communication that may have occurred
I'm sorry you missed the god in me And I'm sorry you missed the light
I apologize for those who were not able to see the goodness and light within me
I'm sorry you forgot the way I arose like the moon Night after night with the burden to forgive
I apologize for those who forgot the way I rose above situations and forgave despite the burden
Eager to feed you Everything
I was willing to give everything to those I loved
See I'm a holy woman I know what it's like to give life to a being without Ever needing to press skin against one another
I am a holy woman who understands the power of giving life without physical intimacy
I've practiced how to hold my tongue long enough I'm afraid I forgot to say goodbye
I have learned to hold my tongue, but I fear that I may have forgotten to properly say farewell
I'm afraid you're under their impression That I was made to please you
I am afraid that others may have the impression that I was put on this earth solely to please them
I was under the impression you understood me better
I had assumed that those who knew me best truly understood who I am
The truth is, I'm a superwoman And some days I'm an angry woman And some days I'm a crazy woman For still waiting For still loving harder even if I'm aching For still trusting that I'm still worth the most For still searching For someone to understand me better
The truth is, I am a strong woman who sometimes experiences anger and frustration. However, I still wait and love fiercely, even if it hurts. I continue to trust in myself and search for someone who truly understands me
(Understand me better)
I long for someone to truly understand me and see my worth
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Kehlani Parrish, Guy Parrish
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dominicbaruakim1989
My condolences to anyone who has ever lost me
And, to anyone who got lost in me
Or, to anyone who ever felt they took a loss with me
My apologies for the misunderstanding or the lack thereof
I'm sorry you missed the God in me
And I'm sorry you missed the light
I'm sorry you forgot the way I arose like the moon
Night after night with the burden to forgive
Eager to feed you everything
See, I'm a holy woman
I know what it's like to give life to a being without ever needing to press skin against one another
I've practiced how to hold my tongue long enough
I'm afraid I forgot to say goodbye
I'm afraid you're under the impression
That I was made to please you
I was under the impression you understood me better
The truth is, I'm a superwoman
And some days I'm an angry woman
And some days I'm a crazy woman
For still waiting, for still loving harder even if I'm aching
For still trusting that I'm still worth the most
For still searching for someone to understand me better
@allymcxoxo7833
Lycris :
My condolences to anyone who has ever lost me
And, to anyone who got lost in me
Or, to anyone who ever felt they took a loss with me
My apologies for the misunderstanding or the lack thereof
I'm sorry you missed the God in me
And I'm sorry you missed the light
I'm sorry you forgot the way I arose like the moon
Night after night with the burden to forgive
Eager to feed you everything
See, I'm a holy woman
I know what it's like to give life to a being without ever needing to press skin against one another
I've practiced how to hold my tongue long enough
I'm afraid I forgot to say goodbye
I'm afraid you're under the impression
That I was made to please you
I was under the impression you understood me better
The truth is, I'm a superwoman
And some days I'm an angry woman
And some days I'm a crazy woman
For still waiting, for still loving harder even if I'm aching
For still trusting that I'm still worth the most
For still searching for someone to understand me better. 🍭❤
@mabel2153
I cried listening to this. This is soooooo raw and beautiful!!!! THANK YOU REYNA BIDDY!!
@ataviacozart3434
yess me too
@Mila-Nova
Mabel her voice adds the emotion you would imagine someone reading the poem out loud. it's a poetic masterpiece
@almandmartin6591
Mabel what is this called
@Al3xiosTV
What means Reyna Biddy?
@X.O.143
This lady just spoke to my sole..
@dominicbaruakim1989
My condolences to anyone who has ever lost me
And, to anyone who got lost in me
Or, to anyone who ever felt they took a loss with me
My apologies for the misunderstanding or the lack thereof
I'm sorry you missed the God in me
And I'm sorry you missed the light
I'm sorry you forgot the way I arose like the moon
Night after night with the burden to forgive
Eager to feed you everything
See, I'm a holy woman
I know what it's like to give life to a being without ever needing to press skin against one another
I've practiced how to hold my tongue long enough
I'm afraid I forgot to say goodbye
I'm afraid you're under the impression
That I was made to please you
I was under the impression you understood me better
The truth is, I'm a superwoman
And some days I'm an angry woman
And some days I'm a crazy woman
For still waiting, for still loving harder even if I'm aching
For still trusting that I'm still worth the most
For still searching for someone to understand me better
@bridgidmitchell5858
This is soooooo beautiful
@wreyes456
This intro is so good. My favorite line is "I've practiced how to hold my tongue long enough Im afraid I forgot to say goodbye". I can relate so much to this line because I am the kind of person whos always holding back my true feelings about people, and sometimes likes to hide in my shell (meaning I might be isolated for long periods of time because Im so focused on myself or I simply want to be alone). When I do that, people take it the wrong and stop being friends with me. But by the time they cut me off, I dont even realize it because I am so focused on myself. Then when I try to converse with that old friend again theyll act like im a stranger. Thats how I interpret this quote and honestly it happens way more often than not when I devote a significant amount of time on myself, but the people who stay are those who truly understand me, and I really appreciate them.
@midwestemxn
I'm going through the same exact thing right now, and my friends are getting mad at me because they don't understand. I'm just like look I'm doing me right now and if you can't stand back then leave.