Khalid Donnel Robinson was born on February 11, 1998, in Fort Stewart, Georgia. He is of African-American and Mexican descent. His family moved to El Paso, Texas, when he was small, and he attended high school there. He began making music at an early age, writing his first song at the age of 15 and posting it on SoundCloud.
In July 2016, Khalid released his debut single, "Location". The song was an immediate success, peaking at number 16 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming certified quadruple platinum by the RIAA. It also peaked at number four on the UK Singles Chart and was certified platinum by the British Phonographic Industry. The song has received over 645 million streams on Spotify.
Khalid's debut studio album, American Teen, was released on March 3, 2017. The album peaked at number four on the US Billboard 200, and was certified platinum by the RIAA. It was also certified gold in the UK and Australia. The album was nominated for four Grammy Awards, including Best Urban Contemporary Album.
In 2018, Khalid released his second studio album, Suncity, which debuted at number three on the US Billboard 200, and was certified gold by the RIAA. His third studio album, Free Spirit, was released in April 2019 and debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200. He also released his fourth studio album, Up All Night, in October 2019.
Throughout his career, Khalid has collaborated with numerous artists, including Normani, H.E.R., Calvin Harris, and Disclosure. He has appeared on television shows like Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He has also appeared in commercials for the video game Just Dance 2020 and the streaming service Hulu.
In 2020, Khalid won the Grammy Award for Best Music Video for his song "Talk". He also became the youngest artist ever to have three albums certified platinum by the RIAA.
Khalid is an advocate for mental health awareness, and has spoken openly about his struggles with anxiety and depression. He has also been involved in numerous charity initiatives, including the El Paso Shooting Victims' Fund and the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Talk
Khalid Lyrics
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Can't we just talk?
Talk about where we're goin'
Before we get lost
Let me out first
Can't get what we want without knowin'
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're goin'
Yeah
Started off right
I can see it in your eyes
I can tell that you're wantin' more
What's been on your mind?
There's no reason we should hide
Tell me somethin' I ain't heard before
Oh, I've been dreamin' 'bout it
And it's you I'm on
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Talk about where we're goin'
Before we get lost
Let me out first (yeah)
Can't get what we want without knowin' (no)
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're goin'
(Oh, nah)
Penthouse view, left some flowers in the room
I'll make sure I leave the door unlocked
Now I'm on the way, swear I won't be late
I'll be there by five o'clock
Oh, you've been dreamin' 'bout it
And I'm what you want
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Can't we just talk? (Oh)
Can't we just talk? (Na)
Talk about where we're goin' (na na oh)
Before we get lost
Let me out first
Can't get what we want without knowin' (na)
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk? (Ooh!)
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're goin'
(Figure out where we're goin')
The lyrics of Khalid's song "Talk" express a desire for open and honest communication in a romantic relationship. The repeated question of "Can't we just talk?" emphasizes the importance of discussing the future of the relationship before becoming too involved or "lost." The singer acknowledges that they are feeling something new and powerful, but also expresses a concern about moving too quickly or in the wrong direction.
The verse "Started off right, I can see it in your eyes, I can tell that you're wanting more" suggests that there is a mutual attraction and interest between the singer and their partner. However, the line "There's no reason we should hide, tell me somethin' I ain't heard before" shows a willingness to be vulnerable and learn more about the other person.
Later in the song, the singer describes leaving flowers in a penthouse room and promising to arrive by five o'clock. This detail adds a sense of urgency and eagerness to the lyrics, suggesting that the singer is truly invested in the relationship and wants to make sure they are on the same page.
Overall, "Talk" is a song about the importance of communication in a relationship and the desire to figure out where things are heading before becoming too committed.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't we just talk?
Let's have a conversation and work through our issues.
Can't we just talk?
Let's communicate instead of avoiding the problem.
Talk about where we're goin'
Let's discuss the future of our relationship and where we see it heading.
Before we get lost
Before we drift apart and lose each other completely.
Let me out first
Let's end things amicably and respectfully.
Can't get what we want without knowin'
We need to communicate our desires and expectations in order to achieve them.
I've never felt like this before
This situation is new to me and I'm unsure of what to expect.
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
I'm sorry if I'm moving too quickly or making you uncomfortable.
Figure out where we're goin'
Let's decide on a direction for our relationship.
Started off right
Our relationship had a strong beginning.
I can see it in your eyes
Your eyes reveal that you're also feeling a connection.
I can tell that you're wantin' more
You're interested in taking our relationship further.
What's been on your mind?
What have you been thinking about in regards to our relationship?
There's no reason we should hide
We should be honest and open with each other.
Tell me somethin' I ain't heard before
Share something new with me that I don't already know.
Oh, I've been dreamin' 'bout it
I've been thinking about this moment for a long time.
And it's you I'm on
I'm focused on pursuing a relationship with you specifically.
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Let's take action and pursue a relationship.
Penthouse view, left some flowers in the room
I've set up a romantic setting for us to talk and work through things.
I'll make sure I leave the door unlocked
I want you to feel comfortable and know that you're free to leave whenever you want.
Now I'm on the way, swear I won't be late
I'm coming to meet you and I want to take this conversation seriously.
Can't we just talk? (Oh) Can't we just talk? (Na)
I really want us to communicate and talk things through.
Talk about where we're goin' (na na oh)
Let's have a real discussion about our relationship and where we want it to go.
Can't get what we want without knowin' (na)
We need to understand each other's goals and desires in order to make this work.
Can't we just talk? (Ooh!) Can't we just talk?
I'm really hoping that we can sit down and have a serious conversation together.
Figure out where we're goin'
We need to come up with a plan for our relationship and its future.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Guy William Lawrence, Howard John Lawrence, Khalid Robinson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@panurutsinkeeree6807
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Talk about where we're goin'
Before we get lost
Let me out first
Can't get what we want without knowin'
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're growin'
Yeah
Started off right
I can see it in your eyes
I can tell that you're wantin' more
What's been on your mind?
There's no reason we should hide
Tell me somethin' I ain't heard before
Oh, I've been dreamin' 'bout it
And it's you I'm on
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Talk about where we're goin'
Before we get lost
Let me out first (yeah)
Can't get what we want without knowin' (no)
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're growin'
Penthouse view, left some flowers in the room
I'll make sure I leave the door unlocked
Now I'm on the way, swear I won't be late
I'll be there by five o'clock
Oh, you've been dreamin' 'bout it
And I'm what you want
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Can't we just talk? (Oh)
Can't we just talk? (Na)
Talk about where we're goin' (na na oh)
Before we get lost
Let me out first
Can't get what we want without knowin' (na)
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk? (Ooh!)
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're growin'
@Spidr2000
Lyrics
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Talk about where we're goin'
Before we get lost
Let me out first
Can't get what we want without knowin'
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're growin'
Yeah
Started off right
I can see it in your eyes
I can tell that you're wantin' more
What's been on your mind?
There's no reason we should hide
Tell me somethin' I ain't heard before
Oh, I've been dreamin' 'bout it
And it's you I'm on
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Talk about where we're goin'
Before we get lost
Let me out first (yeah)
Can't get what we want without knowin' (no)
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk?
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're growin'
Penthouse view, left some flowers in the room
I'll make sure I leave the door unlocked
Now I'm on the way, swear I won't be late
I'll be there by five o'clock
Oh, you've been dreamin' 'bout it
And I'm what you want
So stop thinkin' 'bout it
Can't we just talk? (Oh)
Can't we just talk? (Na)
Talk about where we're goin' (na na oh)
Before we get lost
Let me out first
Can't get what we want without knowin' (na)
I've never felt like this before
I apologize if I'm movin' too far
Can't we just talk? (Ooh!)
Can't we just talk?
Figure out where we're growin'
@crystaladutwum4671
This is a song that I can vibe to
No drugs
No hate
No bad words
Good vibes only 🎵🌞
@olusegunbola2239
true
@luvkirai2937
@@lilsinatra6227 honestly just shut up
@soul-rz9qv
:)
@christiane8578
whack ass pedestal to stand on, as if that's what makes a song good lol.
@fabbae215
@@lilsinatra6227 people like you just won't stop talking shit ey?
just mind your own business and don't ruin others' taste for music.
and in my opinion, your music taste sucks.
@RocSandy
0% bad words.
0% breaking the law.
100% communication.
@crystalhaynes2214
Okay 👌
@amandaeaglin9754
:)
@jahlovemeful
Yesh👌👌