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".
For K Part 2
Lana Del Rey Lyrics
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But what do want from me, it's just a stupid bar
I didn't promise anything, no
You think I'm pretty and you like the way I talk
I like your music and you like the way I walk
So, I think we're going get along
The way your hair comes down and makes you look older
How are you getting so handsome, my boy?
Pretty baby
Pretty baby
The way your face is shaped, I wonder if you know
The way you stand up and your silhouette glows
I'm electrified, I'll be up all night now
Use that voice, sing that song
And tell me to come on, to come on, come on
You want here, no?
You want here, no?
Pretty baby
Pretty baby
The opening lines of For K Part 2 by Lana Del Rey express a feeling of admission, almost as if she knows she's not as good at playing guitar but enjoys playing in bars specifically. She didn't make any promises, it's just a casual setting where both parties can enjoy each other's company. The lyrics mention a liking for each other’s qualities and a shared commonality in music, which will only solidify their connection. The second verse goes on to describe how much she's noticed and appreciated the guy's physical features, being entranced by the way he dresses and stands. As the song progresses, she encourages him to utilize his singing voice and tells him to "come on". The song ends with the repeated phrase of "pretty baby".
The song tells a story of two people who have met in a bar and have an instant connection. The lyrics paint a picture of intimacy that unfolds between two people who appreciate each other's presence, and while it isn't a forever kind of love, it’s still a meaningful connection to have. The song has a simple tune and melody that’s easy to humming along to which reflects the simplicity of the interaction Lana describes in the lyrics
Line by Line Meaning
All right, you got me, I don't play a good guitar
I must admit that I'm not too skilled with the instrument. I'm just a novice when it comes to this.
But what do want from me, it's just a stupid bar
Why are you getting disappointed when it's just a regular place we are hanging out? It's not a big deal.
I didn't promise anything, no
I must clarify that nothing about our meet-up was prearranged as a date or anything, so try not to have any high expectations.
You think I'm pretty and you like the way I talk
I sense that you find me attractive and are fond of my discussions.
I like your music and you like the way I walk
I'm fond of the tunes you create and how you groove, and I guess my stride is something you admire too.
So, I think we're going get along
It's looking good for us, as I sense that we have some things in common and are hitting it off.
I like the way you wear your sweater off your shoulder
The way your clothing drapes off you, particularly your knitwear, looks so effortlessly stylish and appealing.
The way your hair comes down and makes you look older
I can't help but notice that the way your hair tumbles is making you look more mature and refined.
How are you getting so handsome, my boy?
I mean it as a genuine compliment when I ask how you became so striking and handsome, young man.
I like the way your face is shaped, I wonder if you know
I'm fascinated by the way your facial features align and contour. You could make an art piece about it!
The way you stand up and your silhouette glows
The way you carry yourself and the image you form against the light is so attractive and spellbinding.
I'm electrified, I'll be up all night now
I'm so excited by all of this that I won't be able to sleep and will be up all night tossing and turning.
Use that voice, sing that song
I encourage you to belt it all out and share your music with the world.
And tell me to come on, to come on, come on
Let's see if you can get me hyped and motivated to the max by saying something like 'Come on!'.
You want here, no?
Are you content here? Or is there anything about this environment that you're not liking?
Pretty baby
I use a term of endearment in calling you a lovely baby.
Pretty baby
I repeat the phrase to emphasize how charming and captivating you are.
Contributed by Savannah Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@HelloAlexandra
LYRICS :
Alright, you caught me, I don't play a good guitar but
What do you want from me, it's just a stupid bar and
I didn't promise anything, no
You think I'm pretty and you like the way I talk
I like your music and you like the way I walk
So, I think we're gonna get along
I like the way you wear your sweater off your shoulder
The way your hair comes down and makes you look older
How are you getting so handsome, my boy?
Pretty baby
Pretty baby
The way your face is shaped, I wonder if you know
The way you stand up and your silhouette glows
I'm electrified, I'll be up all night now
Use that voice, sing that song
And tell me to come on, to come on, come on
You won't hear no, you won't hear no
Pretty baby
Pretty baby
Pretty baby
@IloveLanadelReyforever
I wish she released these now they would be so amazing
@memegenxx3304
She released for k part 2 tho it’s on her yt
@ninoloveslana
@@memegenxx3304wheree
@matheusluisduarte
ive been around since video games and this b keeps me coming back every fucking day
@Jasmine...
is there a playlist out there that has ALL her unreleased songs?
@nyx-4
pretty🫀
baby💟