Lock It Up feat. Marc E. Bassy
Kehlani Lyrics


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Four in the morning, liquor pouring
You know that shit cool with me
Hide them, whatever, but whatever
It's gon' be what it's gon' be?
As long as your here, as long as your down
Roll it in your lap, put it in your mouth
I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up
I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up

Woooooo
Leave it all behind
Hope that I still linger in your mind
Girl you left them marks up in my spine
Yeah I think it's time
I'm your territory, you're my diamond shine
When the going get rough, you go and get tough
Put it on that line for me
Picking my fights for me
Then we go to battle in that saddle
Do it like ooh nah nah nah
You tell your friends that he don't look like Trey
But I get that thing so good, you gotta save for it
Exhale, blow that smoke in the sky
That stem that we take is for life

I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
Cause you know I'm not the one for games
Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
That you want to hear me scream your name

I can take you high, I can take you low
I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I just wanna lock it up, lock it up
Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
Nah, nah, nah, hey

And I'm saying this one last time
And I promise this is the last time, nah
I'm not into rushing shit but can we move faster, nah
With some of that uh, uh
With some of that nah, nah
That good, good, that fell in love
And my past baby, fuck it, it's whatever
Not into moving on and looking back, it just ain't clever
Nowadays I learned to never ever say "I never"
Cause I didn't think I'd ever move on to nothing better
So I locked up and I threw away the key
Never want to relieve all those painful memories
Just want to forget him while you all up under me
Promise to keep doing them things and make me weak

I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
Cause you know I'm not the one for games
Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
That you want to hear me scream your name

I can take you high, I can take you low
I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I just wanna lock it up, lock it up




Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
Naaaah

Overall Meaning

The song "Lock It Up" by Kehlani featuring Marc E. Bassy is a sexy and sultry anthem about locking down a relationship. The singer begins the song with a scene at 4 am, where liquor is flowing freely, and the mood is relaxed. She sings about hiding whatever needs to be hidden and accepting that things will be what they will be as long as her lover is there. This line shows that the singer is not interested in playing any games and just wants to enjoy the moment. She wants to lock her lover down, and the chords of the song reflect the desperation and intensity of her desire.


Later in the song, Kehlani sings about the insecurity of love once the initial passion fades. She wants something that lasts, not just a fleeting moment of pleasure. She wants to forget the pain from the past and create new memories with this person. The lyrics show a vulnerability that contrasts with the earlier confident tone of the singer. The chorus repeats the phrase "lock it up" over and over, emphasizing the urgency of her need.


Overall, "Lock It Up" is a song that explores the different emotions that come with falling in love. It touches on the desire for stability and commitment while acknowledging the fear and risks that come with it.


Line by Line Meaning

Four in the morning, liquor pouring
It's early in the morning and we're still drinking, but that's okay with me.


You know that shit cool with me
I'm fine with doing whatever you want, no judgment from me.


Hide them, whatever, but whatever
Do whatever you want, hide anything you need to, it doesn't matter to me.


It's gon' be what it's gon' be?
Whatever happens, happens. Let's just go with the flow.


As long as your here, as long as your down
As long as you're with me and you're committed, that's all that matters.


Roll it in your lap, put it in your mouth
Let's smoke and drink together, indulge in each other's company.


I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up
I think it's time to commit, to lock in our relationship and move forward.


Leave it all behind
Forget about the past, let's move forward without any baggage.


Hope that I still linger in your mind
I hope that you think about me even when we're not together.


Girl you left them marks up in my spine
Your presence has made a lasting impression on me, both physically and emotionally.


I'm your territory, you're my diamond shine
I belong to you, and you're my shining light that guides me.


When the going get rough, you go and get tough
You're strong and resilient, and you can handle any challenge that comes our way.


Put it on that line for me
Put your faith in me, trust me with your heart.


Picking my fights for me
You're there to support me, even when things get tough and we argue.


Then we go to battle in that saddle
We work through our problems together, like two warriors in a fight.


Do it like ooh nah nah nah
Our relationship is passionate and intense, filled with raw emotion.


You tell your friends that he don't look like Trey
Your friends may judge our relationship, but we know what we have is real.


But I get that thing so good, you gotta save for it
I satisfy you in every way, and you want to keep me all to yourself.


Exhale, blow that smoke in the sky
Let go of all your worries and insecurities and just live in the moment.


That stem that we take is for life
The vices we indulge in represent our commitment to each other, for better or for worse.


I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
I want you to be upfront and honest with me about your feelings and intentions.


Cause you know I'm not the one for games
I don't have time for games or playing around, I want something real.


Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
Be open with me about what you want, don't be afraid to speak your mind.


That you want to hear me scream your name
You want to feel a strong connection with me and experience intense pleasure together.


I can take you high, I can take you low
I can provide you with all kinds of experiences, both exhilarating and calming.


I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I can match your pace, whatever you're comfortable with.


I just wanna lock it up, lock it up
I want to commit to you and have a solid, dependable relationship.


Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
I'm serious about us and I want to make sure we're on the same page.


And I'm saying this one last time
I want to make it clear that this is my proposal, my last offer.


And I promise this is the last time, nah
I'm not going to keep suggesting this, it's up to you to make the final decision.


I'm not into rushing shit but can we move faster, nah
I don't want to rush things, but I want to make sure we're making progress.


With some of that uh, uh
Let's engage in some intimate activities.


With some of that nah, nah
Let's take it slow and enjoy the moment.


That good, good, that fell in love
The passion we feel for each other is strong and genuine.


And my past baby, fuck it, it's whatever
I'm not hung up on my past experiences, I'm ready to move forward with you.


Not into moving on and looking back, it just ain't clever
I don't want to dwell on the past, it's not productive or healthy.


Nowadays I learned to never ever say "I never"
I've learned to never say never, because life can surprise you in unexpected ways.


Cause I didn't think I'd ever move on to nothing better
I didn't expect to find someone as amazing as you, but here we are.


So I locked up and I threw away the key
I'm committing myself to you and locking out any other potential distractions.


Never want to relieve all those painful memories
I don't want to dwell on the past pain and hurt I've experienced in past relationships.


Just want to forget him while you all up under me
I want to focus on the present and enjoy the love and intimacy we share.


Promise to keep doing them things and make me weak
You make me feel vulnerable in a good way, and I want that to continue in our relationship.




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Liz Khoem

Four in the morning, liquor pouring
You know that shit cool with me
Higher than whatever
It's gon' be what it's gon' be?
As long as your here, as long as your down
Roll it up in your lap, put it in your mouth
I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up
I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up

Woooo
Leave it all behind
Hope that I still linger in your mind
Girl you left them marks up in my spine
Yeah I think it's time
I'm your territory, you're my diamond shine
When the going get rough, you go and get tough
Put it on that line for me
Picking my fights for me
Then we go to battle in that saddle
Do it like ooh nah nah nah
You tell your friends that he don't look like Trey
But I get that thing so good, you gotta save for it
Exhale, blow that smoke in the sky
That stem that we take is for life

[Hook - Kehlani:]
I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
Cause you know I'm not the one for games
Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
That you want to hear me scream your name

I can take you high, I can take you low
I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I just wanna lock it up, lock it up
Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
Nah, nah, nah, hey

And I'm saying this one last time
And I promise this is the last time, nah
I'm not into rushing shit but can we move faster, nah
With some of that uh, uh
With some of that nah, nah
That good, good, that fell in love
And my past baby, fuck it, it's whatever
Not into moving on and looking back, it just ain't clever
Nowadays I learned to never ever say "I never"
Cause I didn't think I'd ever move on something better
So I locked up and I threw away the key
Never want to relieve those painful memories
Just want to forget him while you all up under me
Promise to keep doing those things and make me weak

[Hook - Kehlani:]
I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
Cause you know I'm not the one for games
Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
That you want to hear me scream your name

I can take you high, I can take you low
I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I just wanna lock it up, lock it up
Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
Nah, nah, nah, hey



All comments from YouTube:

Dae opinions

2021 and this song does something to my mind and heart

Raphaรซl

Just discovered that song and it's amazing it should be playing on the radio

Sabyasachi Mondal

This song is so underappreciated man

Liz Khoem

Four in the morning, liquor pouring
You know that shit cool with me
Higher than whatever
It's gon' be what it's gon' be?
As long as your here, as long as your down
Roll it up in your lap, put it in your mouth
I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up
I think it's time to lock it up, lock it up

Woooo
Leave it all behind
Hope that I still linger in your mind
Girl you left them marks up in my spine
Yeah I think it's time
I'm your territory, you're my diamond shine
When the going get rough, you go and get tough
Put it on that line for me
Picking my fights for me
Then we go to battle in that saddle
Do it like ooh nah nah nah
You tell your friends that he don't look like Trey
But I get that thing so good, you gotta save for it
Exhale, blow that smoke in the sky
That stem that we take is for life

[Hook - Kehlani:]
I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
Cause you know I'm not the one for games
Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
That you want to hear me scream your name

I can take you high, I can take you low
I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I just wanna lock it up, lock it up
Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
Nah, nah, nah, hey

And I'm saying this one last time
And I promise this is the last time, nah
I'm not into rushing shit but can we move faster, nah
With some of that uh, uh
With some of that nah, nah
That good, good, that fell in love
And my past baby, fuck it, it's whatever
Not into moving on and looking back, it just ain't clever
Nowadays I learned to never ever say "I never"
Cause I didn't think I'd ever move on something better
So I locked up and I threw away the key
Never want to relieve those painful memories
Just want to forget him while you all up under me
Promise to keep doing those things and make me weak

[Hook - Kehlani:]
I don't care about what you're saying, stop the playing
Cause you know I'm not the one for games
Don't hide your intentions, don't be scared to mention
That you want to hear me scream your name

I can take you high, I can take you low
I can speed it up, I can take it real slow
I just wanna lock it up, lock it up
Baby I'm just trying to lock it up, lock it up
Nah, nah, nah, hey

Coffee Boi

5 years later i find it

And i love it๐Ÿ’“

Sam Bam

Wen u sample greatness, u have to do it justice. THEY DID THIS!!

desx

what song did they sample?

Timothy Johnson

Bag Lady by Erykah Badu

Erica Lynch

This song has such a chill happy vibe

Miranda Long

I love this song ... never gets old

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