Kristinia DeBarge (pronounced /krɨˈstɪniə/; born March 8, 1990 ) is an Amer… Read Full Bio ↴Kristinia DeBarge (pronounced /krɨˈstɪniə/; born March 8, 1990 ) is an American singer-songwriter. Born in Pasadena, California, DeBarge is the daughter of James DeBarge, the youngest member of the music family DeBarge. She first appeared on national television in 2003 as a contestant on the American Idol spin-off, American Juniors. In 2009, DeBarge signed a contract with the Island Records department Sodapop, releasing her debut album Exposed in July the same year. The album debuted at number twenty three on the Billboard 200.

Flashbacks
Kristinia DeBarge Lyrics

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It was summer
We can feel it in the air
Seasons of color and the girls will have their wavy hair
Tryin to score a nice boy for the weekend, yeah

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Give me something,
Something I cannot forget

I'm so tired of the same old parties getting late
They are so dumb and they get out of line all the time

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Then you called me
Suddenly my world got crazy
Uh your touch electrified me
You're turning me on, you're turning me on.
Boy it hit me like wish a flashback, flashback come on
Tell me how you did that, did that
You know you still give me flashbacks, flashbacks,
You're turning me on

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We we're cooling, bong fires on the beacs
Never knew that I would ever see this part of me
All my life when your lips kiss mine
Do you feel it too?

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And baby then you called me
Suddenly my world got crazy
Uh your touch electrified me
You're turning me on, you're turning me on.
Boy it hit me like wish a flashback, flashback come on
Tell me how you did that, did that
You know you still give me flashbacks, flashbacks,
You're turning me on
You're turning me on

(Bridge)
I am so high,
Higher, higher
I am so high oh in love
And I just can't get enough.

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Then you called me
Suddenly my world got crazy
Uh your touch electrified me
You're turning me on, you're turning me on.
Boy it hit me like wish a flashback, flashback come on
Tell me how you did that, did that

You know you still give me flashbacks, flashbacks,
You're turning me on

Overall Meaning

Kristinia DeBarge's song "Flashbacks" is a nostalgic ode to a summer romance. The opening verses create an image of summer, with its vivid colors and carefree attitude. The lyrics describe people on the lookout for someone to spend the weekend with. They are tired of the same old parties and want to experience something unforgettable. The story then continues with the introduction of a guy who calls the singer, leading to a romantic interlude that seems to have left an indelible mark on the singer.

The chorus of the song is a repetition of the phrase "flashbacks" over and over again, underscoring the idea that the singer cannot get her lover out of her head. She speaks about how the memory of that summer romance electrifies her, turning her on. The second round of the chorus features the added phrase "oh you're turning me on." The bridge that follows expresses how the emotions from the summer never really faded away and how the singer can't get enough of the feeling it gave her. The song ends on a high note, with the singer stating she is so high in love and can't get enough of it.

The song is a playful reminder of the seemingly timeless nostalgia that we all feel for certain moments or people in our lives. Kristinia DeBarge's voice coupled with the upbeat rhythm of the song and the repetitive chorus creates a catchy tune that could easily translate into an anthem for summer romance. The fact that the song conveys a sense of longing and nostalgia also makes it relatable to many listeners.

Line by Line Meaning

It was summer
The season was summer.

We can feel it in the air
The atmosphere indicated that it was summer.

Seasons of color and the girls will have their wavy hair
During the summer season, colors are noticeable and most girls will have wavy hair.

Tryin to score a nice boy for the weekend, yeah
The goal was to find a decent boy for the weekend.

Give me something, Something I cannot forget I'm so tired of the same old parties getting late They are so dumb and they get out of line all the time
The singer is tired of going to generic parties that are often chaotic and hopes for a memorable experience.

Then you called me Suddenly my world got crazy Uh your touch electrified me You're turning me on, you're turning me on. Boy, it hit me like wish a flashback, flashback come on Tell me how you did that, did that You know you still give me flashbacks, flashbacks, You're turning me on
The singer is reminiscing an experience and is excited when she gets a call from a boy who reminds her of that time, their interactions make her feel electrified and aroused.

We we're cooling, bong fires on the beaches Never knew that I would ever see this part of me All my life when your lips kiss mine Do you feel it too?
During that past experience the singer and that boy cooled in the beach and they never thought that they would experience this type of situation, remembering the feeling of the boy's kiss makes her wonder if he felt the same way too.

I am so high, Higher, higher I am so high oh in love And I just can't get enough.
The singer is feeling euphoric and is enjoying the feeling of being in love.

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