Lexii Alijai was born and raised in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She was the granddaughter of musician Roger Troutman, founder of the band Zapp. Her father, Roger Lynch, the son of Roger Troutman, was also a musician. She attended Como Park Senior High School in the Como Lake area of Saint Paul, following an interest in basketball, but then focused on music instead and transferred to Creative Arts Secondary School in Minnesota, before then enrolling in an online school. Alijai ultimately dropped out to pursue a full-time music career and began rapping over the beats of popular songs by artists such as Dej Loaf, 2Pac and Drake.
Alijai released her first mixtape, Super Sweet 16s, in 2014 on her sixteenth birthday. She then collaborated with Rocky Diamonds on an extended play, titled 3 Days. A second mixtape, In the Meantime, was released a few months later, then her third, Feel∙Less, in October that same year.
The following year, she and rapper Shaun Sloan collaborated on a mixtape titled Same Struggle. Different Story. Alijai became close friends with Kehlani the summer before the release of Kehlani's debut commercial mixtape, You Should Be Here, which peaked at number 36 on the Billboard 200. You Should Be Here granted Alijai media attention due to her lyricism and flow presented on the track. Her next full-length project, Joseph's Coat, was released late 2015 and featured contributions from Elle Varner. In 2016, she performed at Soundset Music Festival and had opened up for Playboi Carti, Lil Uzi Vert and Rich the Kid. She released a remix of "Exchange" by Bryson Tiller and "Cold Hearted" by Meek Mill and Jay-Z, along with a music video for her remix of "Cold Hearted."
In 2017, she released a remix of "Redbone" by Childish Gambino and "Me, Myself and I" by Beyoncé. On September 8, Alijai released her first full-length debut studio album, Growing Pains, in which she covered topics such as dropping out of school and maintaining a relationship with her ex-boyfriend's mother.
Lexii Alijai died at the Loews Minneapolis Hotel on January 1, 2020, at the age of 21. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner ruled that the manner of death was an accident. A toxicology report revealed the cause as mixed toxicity from fentanyl and ethanol.
Shining Star
Lexii Alijai Lyrics
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And don't you go away boy, yeah
No, baby uh uh (can't you say it again)
I said I wanna be right there where you are
(don't you go away)
Until my dying days (ooh, yeah)
Uh, I wanna know what makes
By, everything that you see in me
I told you about my past
But half of you don't believe in me
I'm where you need to be
So is you staying or you leaving me?
Said you a shining star i know we kinda far
I put the effort in for you
I swear you got me trying hard
This is new for me
I'm nothing like I used to be
And you can see I'm trying hard
To get you used to me
Honey you, are my shining star
And don't you go away boy no baby
I said I wanna be, right there where you are
Until my dying days (until my last day baby)
Oh, yeah
Yeah, okay said you ain't even gotta ask me
I promise when you have me
Imma give you all that I got
Imma be all that I can be
Long as you promise me to
Give you all your honesty
Claim me in front of hoes
So they'll know that you belong to me
That's all I wanna see
Ain't no need to state the obvious
I think I'm falling for you
But it's probably just lust
Look, I mean it's probably just trust
Vision couples at the top and
Shit it's probably us
So if you trynna be the one to take a journey
You can take it with me
Build it from the bottom
I just need you there to make it with me
I need someone to keep it real
And to be patient with me
So is you staying or you playing with me?
Said I'm a real one
And I just want you for your time
I just want you for your mind
I just want you 'cuz you mine
I don't care what them other niggas say
Just let them bitches know I'm here to stay
Honey you (you) , are my shining star
And don't you go away boy no baby (no)
I said I wanna be, right here where you are
Until my dying days no baby
I said I wanna be, right here where you are
Until my dying days (oh)
Until my dying days (yo)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh baby
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh!
Said I wanna be the one
In Lexii Alijai's song "Shining Star," the lyrics convey a deep sense of love and devotion towards a romantic partner. The singer declares that their significant other is their shining star and pleads for them not to go away. The lyrics express a desire to be by their partner's side until the end of their days. The singer questions what makes their partner want to be with them and acknowledges that some people may doubt their past, but they still believe in the strength of their relationship. The lyrics also discuss the singer's transformation and growth as they try to adapt to becoming a better version of themselves for their partner. The writer emphasizes the importance of honesty, trust, and commitment in their relationship and expresses a longing for their partner to claim them in front of others. The song ultimately conveys a deep sense of wanting to be with and keep their love.
Line by Line Meaning
You are my shining star
You hold a special and radiant place in my life
And don't you go away boy, yeah
Please stay by my side, don't leave me
No, baby uh uh (can't you say it again)
I need reassurance from you, say it again
I said I wanna be right there where you are
I desire to be with you always
(don't you go away)
Don't abandon me
Until my dying days (ooh, yeah)
For the rest of my life, until the end
Uh, I wanna know what makes
I'm curious to understand what attracts you to me
You wanna be with me? Give me a reason
What is your motivation to be in a relationship with me? Explain it to me
By, everything that you see in me
Is it because of everything you admire in me?
I told you about my past
I've shared my past experiences with you
But half of you don't believe in me
Unfortunately, some part of you doubts me
I'm where you need to be
I am the person you need to be with
So is you staying or you leaving me?
Are you committed to staying with me or contemplating leaving?
Said you a shining star i know we kinda far
You are also an exceptional individual, even though we may be physically apart
I put the effort in for you
I invest time and dedication into our relationship
I swear you got me trying hard
I promise, I'm putting in considerable effort for you
This is new for me
Being in this relationship is a novel experience for me
I'm nothing like I used to be
I have transformed and grown since our relationship began
And you can see I'm trying hard
It's evident that I'm making a genuine effort to make things work
To get you used to me
My aim is for you to become accustomed to me and our relationship
Honey you, are my shining star
Darling, you are the brightest star in my life
And don't you go away boy no baby
Please don't leave, my love
I said I wanna be, right there where you are
I express my desire to be present wherever you are
Until my dying days (until my last day baby)
Until the day I draw my last breath, my love for you remains
Yeah, okay said you ain't even gotta ask me
You don't have to question me, my dedication is unwavering
I promise when you have me
I assure you that when you're with me
Imma give you all that I got
I will give you everything I have to offer
Imma be all that I can be
I will strive to be the best version of myself
Long as you promise me to
As long as you make me a promise
Give you all your honesty
To be completely honest with me
Claim me in front of hoes
Declare our relationship publicly, even in front of other women
So they'll know that you belong to me
So everyone understands that you are mine, and I lay claim to you
That's all I wanna see
I only want to see your commitment and loyalty
Ain't no need to state the obvious
There's no point in stating the obvious
I think I'm falling for you
I believe I am developing strong feelings for you
But it's probably just lust
However, it could merely be an intense attraction
Look, I mean it's probably just trust
Actually, it's more likely based on trust
Vision couples at the top and
Imagining ourselves as a successful couple, reaching the pinnacle
Shit it's probably us
We can be the ones who achieve greatness together
So if you trynna be the one to take a journey
If you are willing to embark on this journey with me
You can take it with me
I want you to accompany me
Build it from the bottom
We will start from scratch
I just need you there to make it with me
I only require your presence to succeed
I need someone to keep it real
I desire someone who is genuine and honest
And to be patient with me
And to exhibit patience as we navigate our relationship
So is you staying or you playing with me?
Are you genuinely committed or just toying with my emotions?
Said I'm a real one
Let me emphasize that I am authentic
And I just want you for your time
I value your company and the moments we share
I just want you for your mind
I am attracted to your intellect and thoughts
I just want you 'cuz you mine
I simply want you because you are mine
I don't care what them other niggas say
I am not bothered by the opinions of others
Just let them bitches know I'm here to stay
Inform those women that I am here for the long haul
Until my dying days (yo)
Until the day I die
Yeah, yeah, yeah, oh baby
Expressing excitement and affection
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, oh!
Continued expression of enthusiasm
Said I wanna be the one
I desire to be the chosen one in your life
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Blake Smith
I Love This Song Keep Her Music Alive She Was So Dope 🌟
Adrien MONTEIRO
It's you that shinning Lexii and it's you the star ;) thanks for all this music, you'r a beautiful girl and artist ! Peace and strenght on you !! God Bless You <3 ;)
Kelly Moore
Lex will always be missed 🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊
Alex Andra
Rest in peace you beautiful gifted little soul , i'm so Sorry for you passing.. Let's fuck up all those heartbreaking men Who doesn't deserve us. Enjoy heaven angel Baby and thanks for your sweet and true full music ❤
Soul on ice 82
All these samples are crazy.
Momi's Beautyland
lexii!! I just found your music yesterday and can i say you have talent girl! I hope you go places and further your career.
Diyae Collier
Love and miss you Alexis 🕊❤️ LONG LIVE LEGENDARY LEX
Daryl Brown
THAT SHININ' 🌟 IS YOU MA 💎 ❤ YOU LEXII R.I.P MA
Makayla Benson
keep it up lexii I love you man
Mariah Kinlock
I have most of your music on my soundcloud especially July 4th with Shaunsloan and you're amazing and gorgeous... #SUPPORTER ig: riah_brownsugaaa