Luna, who began penning songs and performing at age 14, has already shared stages with The Killers, K.Flay, Chance the Rapper, P!nk, Odesza, Major Lazer, Steve Aoki, Kid Cudi, Run the Jewels, Muse, and more of music's biggest names. She has spent time on the festival market, playing KAABOO, Lost Lake, Global Dance Festival, So What Music Fest, EMERGE and many others. Named a Taco Bell “Feed the Beat” artist and BMI Indie Spotlight all in 2016, Luna began breaking pops mold, earning fans in Galore, GQ, NYLON, Idolator, Ladygunn, Teen Vogue, The 405, Teen, MTV, VH1, Ones To Watch and more.
As of late, the LA-via-Phoenix starlet joined forces with Wolves Music for her newest single “Sucker Punch.” Drawing on childhood influences like Blondie and Gwen Stefani, her latest work feels fresh and dynamic, both personally and in a broader scope.
With songs like “Sucker Punch, which she says is “very emotional and somewhere I’ve never been before as an artist,” every one of Luna Aura’s cards is on the table. She’s aware that there’s still growing to do but she’s radically self-aware now, making note of the cracks in her character and filling them with gold. There’s no hiding behind a curtain; if anything, she hopes that her newest work will resonate with those listeners going through the same trials.
“I’m showing more of who I am as a person through my music,” she says. “I’m not the perfect pop princess example that people expect me to be, I’m vulnerable, I’m human, and I’m being more honest than I’ve ever been.”
Wicked
Luna Aura Lyrics
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I ain't from around here
do what you want about me
you ain't seen my kind here
flashing lights so bright
turn it up alright
straight killing no fight
gotta eye on the prize
dreaming so big baby we can't sleep
go hard all day
stay up all night
all work no play
keep that money right
basic is what basic does
and you know all about that
sit back relax
kid you know where the boss at
flashing lights so bright
turn it up alright
straight killing no fight
gotta eye on the prize
no rest for the wicked wicked kids like me
dreaming so big baby we can't sleep
go hard all day
stay up all night
all work no play
keep that money right
no rest for the wicked and wily
no stress when we kicking the style-y
lights flash alright tonite laughing
time meets our beats
work meets money meets love
gotta look above
and dream bigger for the kids that aren't getting enough
because we right the fight for white light
for the pain we tame to maintain the game
just work now go bezerk
let a heart pound proud all up in your shirt
come with me and let the music flirt
beat big like the universe captain kirk
cause we pounce like a puma
rocking with Luna
bass in your face gotta
keep your composure
get it right by the light of the moon
or get shot
boom boom when we shake the room girl
no rest for the wicked wicked kids like me
dreaming so big baby we can't sleep
go hard all day
stay up all night
all work no play
keep that money right
The song "Wicked" by Luna Aura is a high-energy anthem for those who are determined to succeed in life and work hard to achieve their goals. The lyrics suggest that the singer is not from around the area and does not fit into the expectations of the people around her, but she doesn't let that stop her from pursuing her dreams. The flashing lights and the beat of the music pump her up, and she's ready to work hard and stay up all night chasing her ambitions. The chorus emphasizes the idea that there is no rest for the wicked, meaning that those who want to achieve greatness must keep pushing themselves, always striving for more.
The song also alludes to the struggles of those who come from less privileged backgrounds and encourages listeners to dream big and work hard to overcome those barriers. The line "dreaming so big baby we can't sleep" suggests that the singer and others like her have big aspirations that keep them up at night, and they are willing to work tirelessly to make those dreams a reality. The final verses suggest that it's important to stay focused on one's goals and not get distracted by the temptations of the world, like partying and playing.
Overall, "Wicked" is a song that celebrates determination, hard work, and ambition, encouraging listeners to pursue their goals with passion and intensity.
Line by Line Meaning
say what you want about me
Feel free to talk behind my back.
I ain't from around here
I don't belong to this place.
do what you want about me
You can do whatever you want to me.
you ain't seen my kind here
This place hasn't seen someone like me before.
flashing lights so bright
The bright lights of the showbiz industry.
turn it up alright
Let's make this show louder and better.
straight killing no fight
I'll perform flawlessly without any argument.
gotta eye on the prize
I have a clear goal that I want to achieve.
no rest for the wicked wicked kids like me
I, along with other ambitious people like me, can't afford to take even a little rest from our work.
dreaming so big baby we can't sleep
Our dreams are so big that we can't just sit and do nothing.
go hard all day
We'll work hard all day long.
stay up all night
Even at night, we won't stop working.
all work no play
We don't have the luxury to play around.
keep that money right
We have to ensure to keep our finances in check.
basic is what basic does
People who only do the bare minimum are average and predictable.
and you know all about that
You are aware of these basic people's nature.
sit back relax
Just sit back and take it easy.
kid you know where the boss at
You know who the real boss is.
no rest for the wicked and wily
Just like wicked people, intelligent and cunning ones can't rest either.
no stress when we kicking the style-y
We don't take any stress while performing with our unique style.
lights flash alright tonite laughing
The bright lights are shining on us tonight as we are enjoying ourselves.
time meets our beats
We are making the most of our time by creating great music.
work meets money meets love
Our work leads to money, which can lead to love.
gotta look above
We need to aim higher.
and dream bigger for the kids that aren't getting enough
We also have to dream for those who don't have the resources to achieve their dreams.
because we right the fight for white light
We work hard to ensure that our efforts are seen and appreciated.
for the pain we tame to maintain the game
We have to deal with pain, but we still push through to maintain our position.
just work now go bezerk
Just focus on your work and go crazy with it.
let a heart pound proud all up in your shirt
Let yourself feel proud of your heart's pounding as a result of your hard work.
come with me and let the music flirt
Come with me and feel the music.
beat big like the universe captain kirk
Our beats are big and out of this world just like Captain Kirk.
cause we pounce like a puma
We attack our work with the ferocity of a puma.
rocking with Luna
Working with Luna Aura is exciting and fun.
bass in your face gotta
Our music will make an impact on you.
keep your composure
But ensure to keep your cool during all this excitement.
get it right by the light of the moon
We'll ensure to work late at night to make things perfect.
or get shot
If we don't work hard, we'll lose everything.
boom boom when we shake the room girl
Our music is so good that it will make the whole room shake with excitement.
no rest for the wicked wicked kids like me
We can't afford to rest even for a second.
dreaming so big baby we can't sleep
Our big dreams won't let us sleep.
go hard all day
We'll work hard throughout the day.
stay up all night
And even stay up late night to work some more.
all work no play
We won't be spending any time on leisure activities.
keep that money right
We'll ensure to keep our finances in check at all times.
Contributed by Jasmine T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.