Interested in music from a young age, the San Francisco-born Leff took piano and viola lessons as a child before picking up the guitar around age 11. During high school, he played in several bands and studied jazz before discovering electronic music production. However, it was while attending N.Y.U. as a music tech major in 2014 that a bad breakup found Leff on his own and digging deep into his writing and recording process. Out of this period came the song "The Other," co-written with songwriter/instrumentalist Michael Matosic. Released under Leff's stage name Lauv (inspired by the Latvian "lauva" or lion), the song went viral after gaining blog attention and peaked at number three on blog aggregator Hype Machine. In 2015 he returned with his debut EP, Lost in the Light, which featured "The Other."
More tracks followed, including 2015's "Reforget" and 2016's "Question," featuring Travis Mills. In 2017 Lauv headed his own Late Nights, Deep Talks tour and premiered the official video for "The Other," along with a series of remixes. Released in May of that year, Lauv's single "I Like Me Better" became a breakout international hit and was later featured on his self-titled second EP that October. The single was also included on his full-length debut, 2018's I Met You When I Was 18, which also featured the singles "Paranoid" and "Bracelet." Hit collaborations with Julia Michaels ("There's No Way") and Troye Sivan ("I'm So Tired...") carried him into 2019. Lauv's debut album "~how i'm feeling~" is set to be released in March 2020.
Love U Like That
Lauv Lyrics
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Really old habits, really old baggage
Just walked away
Into your madness, onto your mattress
Goddamn, okay
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Mm, oh
I'm like, "Oh"
Got your hands up on my chest
I'm like, "Oh"
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left
Oh my god, oh my god
You could really tear me apart, but
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
I'm wide awake
I don't need coffee, I know you want me
That's the champagne
Sippin' it slowly, gettin' to know you
And me, the same
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Mm, oh
And you're kissin' on my neck
I'm like, "Oh"
Got your hands up on my chest
I'm like, "Oh"
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left
Oh my god, oh my god
You could really tear me apart, but
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
Ooh
Tell me we're somethin', tell me we're nothin'
Ooh
You're drivin' me crazy, drivin' in London
Ooh
My mind's in the backseat, my heart's in the front and
Ooh
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause (hey)
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe (babe)
Want you more than yesterday (day)
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
"Lauv's song Love U Like That depicts a passionate and intense relationship, where the singer finds themselves succumbing to their partner's irresistible charm and allure. The lyric "drunk in the rain" suggests a sense of recklessness and abandon, as the singer indulges in old habits and carries around emotional baggage. Despite that, they are drawn into their partner's madness, willingly surrendering themselves to the passion and allure represented by the metaphorical "mattress." The lyrics further emphasize the partner's attractiveness and the singer's bewilderment over how they ended up in such an intense connection.
The chorus of the song delves into the singer's infatuation with their partner. They express how everything their partner does turns them on, both physically and mentally, with their body constantly on their mind. The intensifying desire is heightened by the repetition of "oh my god" and the acknowledgment that their partner has the power to tear them apart. However, despite this, the singer still loves their partner unconditionally and revels in the intensity of their connection.
As the song progresses, we see a shift in the singer's mindset, represented by the line "used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey." This implies that they have overcome their insecurities and are now more focused on embracing their feelings for their partner. The lyrics highlight their contentment with the present moment, where they are wide awake and don't need anything else but their partner's presence. The mention of "champagne" and the slow exploration of their partner's persona symbolize the intimacy and getting to know each other on a deeper level.
In the bridge, there is a mix of conflicting emotions. The singer yearns for clarity in the relationship, wanting to know whether they are "something" or "nothing." The line about being driven crazy in London suggests an overwhelming and exhilarating feeling. The mention of the mind being in the backseat and the heart in the front conveys the internal conflict between logic and emotions. Ultimately, the singer declares that they no longer care about their past judgments and fully embraces their love for the partner.
Overall, "Love U Like That" portrays a passionate and intense relationship where the singer is enamored by their partner's attractiveness and finds themselves consumed by their love and desire.
Line by Line Meaning
Drunk in the rain
Being intoxicated while facing difficult circumstances
Really old habits, really old baggage
Long-standing negative behaviors and emotional burdens
Just walked away
Simply left the situation or relationship
Into your madness, onto your mattress
Engaging in the chaotic and passionate nature of the relationship
Goddamn, okay
Expressing surprise and approval towards the significant other's attractiveness
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Being amazed at how the person became so physically appealing
And you're kissin' on my neck, I'm like, 'Oh'
Feeling great pleasure and excitement from the partner's affectionate gestures
Got your hands up on my chest, I'm like, 'Oh'
Delighting in the sensation of the partner's touch
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left, Oh my god, oh my god
Requesting the partner to passionately kiss until complete satisfaction
You could really tear me apart, but
Acknowledging the potential harm the partner could cause, yet still being deeply in love
I love you like that
Expressing a unique and intense love for the partner
Everything you do just turns me on
Feeling irresistible attraction towards the partner's every action
Body on my mind like all night long
Constantly thinking about the partner's physical presence and desiring their company
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Being infatuated with the partner, even early in the morning
Want you more than yesterday
Having an increasing desire for the partner with each passing day
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
Previously being self-critical, but now not caring due to the deep love
I'm wide awake, I don't need coffee, I know you want me
Feeling alert and energized due to the excitement of knowing the partner desires them
That's the champagne, sippin' it slowly, gettin' to know you
Comparing the process of getting to know the partner to savoring a glass of champagne
And me, the same
Feeling equally attractive and desirable to the partner
Ooh, Tell me we're somethin', tell me we're nothin'
Seeking clarification about the status of the relationship, whether it holds significance or not
You're drivin' me crazy, drivin' in London
Causing intense emotions and confusion, as if navigating through hectic city traffic
My mind's in the backseat, my heart's in the front and
Experiencing conflicting thoughts and emotions, with the heart taking precedence
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ari Leff, Annika Bennett, Fedrico Vindver
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1]
Drunk in the rain
Really old habits, really old baggage
Just walked away
Into your madness, onto your mattress
Goddamn, okay
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Mm, oh
[Pre-Chorus]
And you're kissin' on my neck
I'm like, "Oh"
Got your hands up on my chest
I'm like, "Oh"
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left
Oh my god, oh my god
You could really tear me apart, but
[Chorus]
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
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[Verse 2]
I'm wide awake
I don't need coffee, I know you want me
That's the champagne
Sippin' it slowly, gettin' to know you
And me, the same
You're so attractive, how did that happen?
Mm, oh
[Pre-Chorus]
And you're kissin' on my neck
I'm like, "Oh"
Got your hands up on my chest
I'm like, "Oh"
Kiss me 'til there's nothin' left
Oh my god, oh my god
You could really tear me apart, but
[Chorus]
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause, hey
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe
Want you more than yesterday
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
[Bridge]
Ooh
Tell me we're somethin', tell me we're nothin'
Ooh
You're drivin' me crazy drivin' in London
Ooh
My mind's in the backseat, my heart's in the front and
Ooh
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause (Hey)
[Chorus]
I love you like that
Everything you do just turns me on
I love you like that
Body on my mind like all night long
Six o'clock in the mornin', babe (Babe)
Want you more than yesterday (Day)
Used to judge myself, now I don't care 'cause
@MyLifeAsLouis
Lauv's music is not only a song, it is a vibe
@tiktokviral440
I know right ???!!!!!
@anubhabjha6632
Very true... ❤❤❤
@qamarina7715
agree
@cantfindme5460
Exactly ❤
@canaresericsonn.1214
Agreed
@tejaswini5269
All of Lauv's songs are so catchy. It's stuck in my head since the audio released the first time
@jesusisking3814
For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. Jesus Christ loves you so much that He died for your sins and rose from the dead. If you repent from evil ways, believe that Jesus has paid the fine for your sins on the cross and confess Him as your Lord, you will be saved. You see, we all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, that's why Jesus Christ, fullness of Godhead bodily, lived a perfect life, fulfilled the prophecies and law, shed His Blood at the cross just so you could be forgiven, reconciled back to the Father, receive God's love, be made a new creation, whole, sanctified. It's not about religion and what good works you can do to earn salvation, it's only by grace through faith in the finished works of Jesus Christ. Read God's Word, preferably start with Gospel of John, pray for the Holy Spirit to fill you, give you wisdom and revelation that way you're born again and see your life changed by the Spirit of the Most High. Much love and God bless you!
@bryansacal1074
At 35 years old, Lauv’s In-Between Albums world tour is my first concert to go to. My wife and I were conscious that everyone seems to be a lot younger than we were but the music just feels so rejuvenating and to be singing along with the person who created the music… we will never forget the feeling. Thanks for dropping by Cebu, Ari!
@kennethlam860
i just turned 24 last week and music is for everyone of all ages. At least you’re open minded, glad you enjoyed :)