Raised in upstate New York, Del Rey moved to New York City in 2005 to pursue a music career. After numerous projects, including her self-titled debut studio album, Del Rey's breakthrough came in 2011 with the viral success of her single "Video Games"; she subsequently signed a recording contract with Polydor and Interscope. She achieved critical and commercial success with her second album, Born to Die (2012), which contained the sleeper hit "Summertime Sadness". Del Rey's third album, Ultraviolence (2014), featured greater use of guitar-driven instrumentation and debuted atop the U.S. Billboard 200. Her fourth and fifth albums, Honeymoon (2015) and Lust for Life (2017), saw a return to the stylistic traditions of her earlier releases, while her critically acclaimed sixth album, Norman Fucking Rockwell! (2019), explored soft rock. Her next studio albums, Chemtrails Over the Country Club and Blue Banisters, followed in 2021. Her ninth studio album, “Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd” was released on all platforms March 24th 2023. It includes singles like the title track - "Did you know that there's a tunnel under Ocean Blvd", "A&W", and "The Grants".
Del Rey has collaborated on soundtracks for visual media; in 2013, she wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed musical short Tropico and released "Young and Beautiful" for the romantic drama The Great Gatsby. In 2014, she recorded "Once Upon a Dream" for the dark fantasy adventure film Maleficent and the self-titled theme song for the biopic Big Eyes. Del Rey collaborated with Ariana Grande and Miley Cyrus on "Don't Call Me Angel" for the action comedy Charlie's Angels (2019), which peaked at number 13 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, Del Rey published the poetry and photography collection Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass (2020).
She is the recipient of various accolades, including two Brit Awards, two MTV Europe Music Awards, and a Satellite Award, in addition to nominations for six Grammy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Variety honored her at their Hitmakers Awards for being "one of the most influential singer-songwriters of the 21st century".
Dynamite
Lana Del Rey Lyrics
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Dripping on your windscreen
I can’t get a bite
Guess we could be more than friends
‘Cause this kiss won’t end
And you got me tremblin’
You’re dynamite i’m ready to blow
I’m ready to go touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight oh, you’re dynamite
Speedin' through the wasteland
Sparkling in the lights
Roll up to the boardwalk derelict delight
Eyes all on my dress again
I know how this ends
Boy, you’re all adrenaline
You’re dynamite i’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight you’re dynamite
I’m ready to go touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight oh, you’re dynamite
He’s not like other guys i can’t apologize
For what my body wants
And what my heart decides o-Ohh
‘Cause I’m so close to the real thing
Yeah, I’m so close to the real thing
I’m so close to the real thing
I could almost die
Say it isn’t over say it’s not goodnight
Maybe we could go somewhere
Start a pillow fight
You’re dynamite i’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight you’re dynamite
I’m ready to go touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight oh, you’re dynamite
You’re dynamite i’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight you’re dynamite
I’m ready to go touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight oh, you’re dynamite
The lyrics to Lana Del Rey's song "Dynamite" depict a passionate and intense attraction between two people. The opening lines describe a sensual encounter, comparing it to French vanilla ice cream dripping on a windshield, capturing a sense of both sweetness and danger. The singer suggests that this connection could potentially go beyond friendship, as the kiss shared between them feels endless and creates a trembling sensation.
The chorus emphasizes the explosive nature of their chemistry, referring to the other person as "dynamite." The singer expresses her readiness to be taken out by this person and ignited by their touch. The lyrics convey a sense of liberation and living on the edge, with the other person being described as a wild thing, rocking on the singer's heartstrings. The reference to stars colliding suggests a cosmic level of passion and intensity.
In the second verse, the singer describes the thrill of speeding through the wasteland, sparkling in the lights. The imagery of the boardwalk adds to the sense of excitement and recklessness. The lyrics hint at a pattern of attention from others, particularly drawn to the singer's dress. The adrenaline rush experienced with this person is emphasized once again.
The bridge of the song explores the singer's decision to embrace her desires and not apologize for them. She acknowledges a strong physical attraction and a connection that feels almost real, to the point where it could be life-altering. The final lines express a desire for the encounter to continue, suggesting that they could go somewhere and create more excitement, even playfully suggesting starting a pillow fight.
Overall, "Dynamite" delves into the all-consuming nature of a passionate connection, emphasizing the exhilaration and risk that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
French vanilla ice cream just the way I like
Something sweet and comforting, just how I prefer things
Dripping on your windscreen
Leaving a mark on your life and thoughts
I can’t get a bite
Unable to fully experience or enjoy the situation
Guess we could be more than friends
Considering the possibility of a deeper connection
‘Cause this kiss won’t end
Because this moment of intimacy will last
And you got me tremblin’
You're making me feel excited and nervous
You’re dynamite i’m ready to blow
You're explosive and I'm prepared for the impact
Take me out tonight you’re dynamite
Take me on an adventure because you're full of energy and excitement
I’m ready to go touch me to ignite
I'm eager to experience something intense and passionate with you
Boy, you’re a wild thing
You're unpredictable and full of energy
Rockin' on my heartstrings
Making my emotions resonate and vibrate
I can see the stars collide
I can sense a powerful and cosmic connection between us
Baby, hold me tight oh, you’re dynamite
Keep me close because you're so exciting and intense
Speedin' through the wasteland
Rapidly navigating through a desolate and empty place
Sparkling in the lights
Shining and standing out in the midst of darkness
Roll up to the boardwalk derelict delight
Arriving at a neglected and abandoned place that brings pleasure
Eyes all on my dress again
Everyone's attention is focused on me once more
I know how this ends
I'm aware of the inevitable outcome
Boy, you’re all adrenaline
You're full of excitement and energy
He’s not like other guys i can’t apologize
He's unique and different, and I don't need to apologize for that
For what my body wants
For the desires I have that are beyond my control
And what my heart decides o-Ohh
And for the decisions my heart makes, even if they're not logical
‘Cause I’m so close to the real thing
Because I'm on the verge of experiencing something authentic and genuine
Yeah, I’m so close to the real thing
Yes, I'm almost there, almost reaching that true connection
I’m so close to the real thing
I'm on the brink of experiencing something deep and meaningful
I could almost die
It's so intense that it feels life-threatening
Say it isn’t over say it’s not goodnight
Please tell me this isn't the end, that it's not time to say goodbye
Maybe we could go somewhere
Perhaps we can escape to a different place
Start a pillow fight
Engage in a playful and affectionate activity together
You’re dynamite i’m ready to blow
You're exciting and I'm prepared for the intensity and impact you bring
Take me out tonight you’re dynamite
Let's go on an adventure because you're full of energy and excitement
I’m ready to go touch me to ignite
I'm eager to experience something intense and passionate by your touch
Boy, you’re a wild thing
You're untamed and full of energy
Rockin' on my heartstrings
Eliciting strong emotions and making my heart resonate
I can see the stars collide
I can sense a powerful and cosmic connection between us
Baby, hold me tight oh, you’re dynamite
Hold me close because you're so exciting and intense
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@lanadelwho5036
French vanilla ice cream
Just the way I like
Dripping on your windscreen
I can’t get a bite
Guess we could be more than friends
‘Cause this kiss won’t end
And you got me tremblin’
[Chorus]
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to go
Touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight
Oh, you’re dynamite
[Verse 2]
Speedin' through the wasteland
Sparkling in the lights
Roll up to the boardwalk
Derelict delight
Eyes all on my dress again
I know how this ends
Boy, you’re all adrenaline
[Chorus]
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to go
Touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight
Oh, you’re dynamite
[Bridge]
He’s not like other guys
I can’t apologize
For what my body wants
And what my heart decides
O-Ohh
‘Cause I’m so close to the real thing
Yeah, I’m so close to the real thing
I’m so close to the real thing
I could almost die
[Verse 4]
Say it isn’t over
Say it’s not goodnight
Maybe we could go somewhere
Start a pillow fight
[Chorus]
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to go
Touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight
Oh, you’re dynamite
(x2)
@nicolegreen3795
I love when she starts rocking out. she is perfect. It's the only word I can think of when I describe her.
@_Fleischer_
OMG,SAMEE
@lanadelwho5036
French vanilla ice cream
Just the way I like
Dripping on your windscreen
I can’t get a bite
Guess we could be more than friends
‘Cause this kiss won’t end
And you got me tremblin’
[Chorus]
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to go
Touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight
Oh, you’re dynamite
[Verse 2]
Speedin' through the wasteland
Sparkling in the lights
Roll up to the boardwalk
Derelict delight
Eyes all on my dress again
I know how this ends
Boy, you’re all adrenaline
[Chorus]
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to go
Touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight
Oh, you’re dynamite
[Bridge]
He’s not like other guys
I can’t apologize
For what my body wants
And what my heart decides
O-Ohh
‘Cause I’m so close to the real thing
Yeah, I’m so close to the real thing
I’m so close to the real thing
I could almost die
[Verse 4]
Say it isn’t over
Say it’s not goodnight
Maybe we could go somewhere
Start a pillow fight
[Chorus]
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to blow
Take me out tonight
You’re dynamite
I’m ready to go
Touch me to ignite
Boy, you’re a wild thing
Rockin' on my heartstrings
I can see the stars collide
Baby, hold me tight
Oh, you’re dynamite
(x2)
@dani-mx9dg
Can’t believe BTS copied her
@wildcathill
Loool and Tao Cruz
@dandeliwonie2608
Lmao I thought of that too
@hopeless8462
Blasphemy
@MatiasCabrera22334
one of the members of bts is a fan of lana
@isabelr.9121
@@MatiasCabrera22334who
@ugh_doll
"Guess we could be more than friends cause this kiss won't end"