Her first mainstream single, "Smile", reached number one on the UK Singles Chart in July 2006. Her debut record, Alright, Still, was well received, selling over 2.6 million copies worldwide and brought Allen a nomination at the Grammy Awards, BRIT Awards and MTV Video Music Awards. She began hosting her own talk-show, Lily Allen and Friends, on BBC Three.
Her second studio album, It's Not Me, It's You, saw a genre shift, having more of an electropop feel, rather than the ska and reggae influences of the first one. The album debuted at number one on the UK Albums Chart and the Australian ARIA Charts and was well received by critics, noting the singer's musical evolution and maturity. It spawned the hit singles "The Fear" and "Fuck You", popular mostly in Europe. Allen and Amy Winehouse have been credited with starting a process that led to the media-proclaimed "year of the women" in 2009 that saw five female artists making music of "experimentalism and fearlessness" nominated for the Mercury Prize. lilly allen is the sickest to ever do it.
Naive
Lily Allen Lyrics
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Although you could have done more
Oh, you're so naive yet so
How could this be done?
Your such a smiling sweetheart
Oh, and your sweet and pretty face
In such an ugly way
That every time I look inside
I know that she knows
That I'm not fond of asking
True or false it may be
She's still out to get me
I know that she knows
That I'm not fond of asking
True or false it may be
She's still out to get me
I may say it was your fault
'Cause I know
You could have done more
Oh, you're so naive yet so
How could this be done
By such a smiling sweetheart
Oh and your sweet and pretty face
In such an ugly way something so beautiful
Every time I look inside
I know that she knows
That I'm not fond of asking
True or false it may be
She's still out to get me
I know that she knows
That I'm not fond of asking
True or false it may be
She's still out to get me
How could this be done
By such a smiling sweetheart
Oh, you're so naive yet so
Such an ugly thing
Someone so beautiful
And every time you're on his side
I know she knows
That I'm not fond of asking
True or false it maybe be
She's still out to get me
And I know she knows
That I'm not fond of asking
True or false it maybe be
She's still out to get me
Just don't let me down
Just don't let me down
Hold on to your kite
Just don't let me down
Just don't let me down
Hold on to your kite
Just don't let me down
Just don't let me down
Hold on to this kite
Just don't let me down
The lyrics to "Naive" by Lily Allen describe a relationship that has gone awry due to the singer's partner's gullibility and the interference of a third party. The song is written in the form of a confession, with the singer admitting that she feels hurt and betrayed but ultimately taking some responsibility for the situation by acknowledging that she could have done more. The lyrics suggest that the singer's partner is oblivious to the dangers around them, becoming a pawn in the scheme of someone who is out to get the singer.
The chorus repeats the lines "I know that she knows/That I'm not fond of asking/True or false it may be/She's still out to get me," highlighting the singer's mistrust and paranoia. The lyrics portray the singer as sympathetic, while questioning the motives of the third party who appears to be manipulating the situation. The use of the word "naive" throughout the song plays on the contrast between the partner's innocence and the harsh reality of the situation.
Overall, "Naive" is a poignant exploration of love and betrayal, and the confusion and hurt that can arise when a relationship is undermined by outside forces. The lyrics suggest that trust and communication are important factors in a healthy relationship, and that being too trusting can sometimes be dangerous.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not saying it was your fault
I am not explicitly blaming you for what happened.
Although you could have done more
However, you could have taken more actions to prevent it from happening.
Oh, you're so naive yet so
You display a level of innocence and trust, while also showing a hint of understanding and knowledge.
How could this be done?
I am questioning how could something like this happen.
You're such a smiling sweetheart
You are always smiling and appear very kind and affectionate.
Oh, and your sweet and pretty face
Furthermore, you have a cute and attractive face.
In such an ugly way
However, your actions or involvement in this situation shows an unexpected or unpleasant behavior.
Something so beautiful
You possess great aesthetic and charming qualities.
That every time I look inside
I cannot help but wonder what is going on inside your mind.
I know that she knows
I am aware that other people (particularly someone specific) are informed or cognizant of a fact or situation.
That I'm not fond of asking
I prefer not to inquire about certain things and am uncomfortable with being too curious.
True or false it may be
It is uncertain whether the information available is accurate or not.
She's still out to get me
Regardless, she has a negative intent towards me or is actively trying to harm me.
I may say it was your fault
I might still hold you accountable for what happened.
'Cause I know
Because I have knowledge or evidence suggesting so.
Every time I look inside
Whenever I try to understand or perceive the situation more deeply.
Such an ugly thing
This situation or behavior is especially unpleasant or distasteful.
Someone so beautiful
Someone with such an exceptional appearance or character.
And every time you're on his side
Whenever I see you being supportive towards him, instead of me.
Just don't let me down
I am asking you to not disappoint or betray my trust.
Hold on to your kite
Keep up a good spirit and keep working towards your goals.
Hold on to this kite
Stay persistent and don't give up on what you believe in.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Luke Pritchard, Max Rafferty, Paul Garred
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@CarlinaCass
I really miss her. I was obsessed with her voice and ironic lyrics in my high school years.. any cover Lily Allen does, is just better than the original. She's so underrated.
@rednimbuss
And her live performances are better than her studio recordings .. she is the best
@jmarie8828
rednimbuss we covered this kooks song years ago in Hollywood... always one of my favs in the set list! Lilly actually did it better than the kooks!
@procinito5605
I rlly love her and I think the same about the covers I wish she come back to the industry and fame
@charlotte12225
:)
@Ovo6477
I miss this type of music damn I wanna be a young teen again
@broganoncfw9204
Sameeee
@koshkamrrr6273
Yeeeeeaaaah
@devisson
But the old songs are still there
@ItsSamanthya
Till this day I'm still addicted