Truth Or Dare
Kelela Lyrics
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Tease me
It's getting dark, stay or leave
It's round 3, would you tell me your fantasy
Don't you take it back all I made
I can tell that you wanna take my body, my body baby tonight
Truth or dare
Truth or dare
Keep us in this moment
Truth or dare
You're in the position I put you
Truth or
Nothing on
Just music, music
It's your turn to begin
So put on, like I've never been touched before
Could you leave it back anymore
I'ma risk my hands you adore my body, my body baby tonight yeah
Truth or dare
We both know, how we're playing in
Truth or dare
Keep us in this moment
Truth or dare
You're in the position I put you
You're in the position I put you
You're in the position I put you
Truth or
Here comes another, day and it go under
You're my favorite lover
Take your time and get it right
Here comes another, day and it go under
You're my favorite lover
Take your time and get it right
Truth or dare
Baby just leave with my love
From a secret
Secret place
Truth or dare
It's a game of truth or
It's game of truth or dare
Game of truth or
Game of truth or dare
It's a (it's my turn now)
Game of truth or (choose)
Game of truth or dare (a dare)
(You have to do exactly what I say)
Truth or
Truth or dare
(No there's no turning back now)
Truth or
It's a game of truth or dare (dare)
(You)
The lyrics in Kelela’s song “Truth or Dare” are a nod to the popular game that we all know and love. In the song, the singer seems to be inviting someone over to engage in their own version of the game, where they can get to know each other on a deeper level. The chorus repeats the phrase “Truth or Dare,” emphasizing that they want to keep the moment both playful and authentic. The singer is clear that she wants her partner to be honest with her, whether it's in revealing their deepest desires or taking a risk and completing a dare. The lyrics also suggest that there’s an element of sensuality to the game as the singer hopes to get intimate with her partner.
The verses focus more on setting the mood for the game. In the first verse, the singer seems to be in a state of undress, teasing her partner as they prepare for the game. She’s interested in hearing what her partner fantasizes about but makes it clear that she won’t tolerate someone taking back everything they've shared. In the second verse, the singer encourages her partner to take the lead, telling them to touch her as though she's never been touched before. She's excited to explore with her partner but wants them to take things slow and not rush through their exploration.
Overall, “Truth or Dare” is a seductive song that encourages vulnerability and playfulness in relationships. It’s a reminder that it's important to let go of our inhibitions and take risks with the people we love.
Line by Line Meaning
T-shirt off
Let's get intimate
Tease me
Flirt with me
It's getting dark, stay or leave
We can either continue or stop now
It's round 3, would you tell me your fantasy
Let's share our deepest desires
Don't you take it back all I made
Don't regret what we do
I can tell that you wanna take my body, my body baby tonight
I know you want me physically
Truth or dare
Let's play a game
We both know, how we're playing in
We both understand the rules
Keep us in this moment
Let's stay in the present
You're in the position I put you
You're doing what I ask of you
Nothing on
Let's get naked
Just music, music
Let's enjoy the sound
It's your turn to begin
Your move
So put on, like I've never been touched before
Pleasure me like I'm new
Could you leave it back anymore
Don't hold back
I'ma risk my hands you adore my body, my body baby tonight yeah
I'll take the chance to please you physically
Here comes another, day and it go under
Life goes on
You're my favorite lover
I enjoy intimacy with you the most
Take your time and get it right
Don't rush, do it properly
Baby just leave with my love
Let's share affection
From a secret Secret place
From our private space
It's a game of truth or
We're playing truth or dare
(You have to do exactly what I say) Truth or
You have to be honest
(No there's no turning back now) Truth or
You can't take back what you say
It's a game of truth or dare (dare)
We're playing truth or dare (dare)
(You)
Your turn to choose
Lyrics © WARP MUSIC LIMITED, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kelela Mizanekristos, Talay Riley, Asma Maroof, Will Boston
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