Later, as Mahasin was attending the University of Maryland, she took a brief hiatus from music altogether. But something was missing, so she decided to transfer back to New York to study Music Management and Business at CUNY Baruch College. It was at this time that she joined the Shabar Music Production Company and really started to write and produce her own music. Pursuant to her two internships at Capitol and Columbia Records, she understood the importance of not just writing music for herself, but also for the masses. Thus her first two albums “Hot Pink!” and “Wind It Up!” were born.
New York has supported Mahasin on many stages including but certainly not limited to Manhattan’s own Harlem Week Festival and Brooklyn’s World renowned Brooklyn Academy of Music BAM Café Live. She recently spread her wings to perform in ATL’s own Independent Soul Music Summit and graced stages such as Café Circa and Over Da Edge. In addition to her solo projects, she has performed background for the likes of Meli’sa Morgan and collaborated with countless Independent artists and musicians. Most recently, she lent her voice to the “Be a Humanitarian” project in support of raising money and awareness in the wake of the tragic Haitian Earthquake.
Appearing on such radio and internet stations as NYC’s WKRB 90.3 Rhythm & Soul Radio and The Netherland’s Danceteria PHAT 50, Mahasin’s music has proved to have a true crossover appeal. Being a child of the 80’s she couldn’t help but be influenced by the mainstream appeal of such Pop Icons as Michael Jackson, Madonna and Prince. Understanding the strength of how their music was able to bring people together, Mahasin aims to make people forget what genre of music they’re listening to by making songs that will inspire anyone; inspire them to feel, sing, or just dance!
The last few years have been great to this rising star. She has developed into a sassy singer / songwriter whose perfect blend of Pop and R&B has become a force to be reckoned with. Her sound has continued to not only get bigger but also better and as long as her passion for music exists, she refuses to stop.
In The Dark
Mahasin Lyrics
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Real early when the suns about to rise
You already got your hand between my thighs
And it feels so good it makes me wanna cry
(Ay Ay Ay)
So can I feel you
(You got me burnin up)
Can I taste you
No, no, no (echo))
It's getting late it's time for work we gotta go
But before we leave I think there's something you should know
(Chorus)
Baby I'm ready for you anytime you want
But I really like it when we do it in the (dark)
So can we do it baby (Ah ah)I wanna do it do it, I like it when we do it in the (dark)
I'll go any(where you wanna go)
Come on now baby what I (look like sayin no)
So can we do it baby (Ah Ah) cause I like to do it when we do it
(I like it when we do it in the )
In the afternoon
I hear you knockin on my door
I'm excited just because you want some more
Got my neighbors out there thinking I'm a.ummm (Ay Ay Ay)
But I don't care because your leg is on my shoulder
Now you're pullin me a little closer
Makin it hard to breath
I lose control but don't get it twisted there's still something you should know
Chorus;
Baby I'm ready for you (anytime you want)
But I really like it when we (do it in the dark)
So can we do it baby (Ah Ah) Cause I like to do it, do it I like it when we (do it in the dark)
I'll go any(where you wanna go)
Come on now baby what I (look like sayin no)
So can we do it baby (Ah Ah) cause I wanna to do it, do it
(I like it when we)
(We can do it in the kitchen, we can do it by the stove, we can do it in the closest, anywhere you wanna go oh oh)
(Oh Oh, oh oh, Oh)
(I like it that we do it when the )
Bridge
Sun goes (down)
Aint nobody else (around)
Don't why it (drives me wild, I, ild...)
Can I lay with you
I wanna make love to you
Chorus
(Baby I'm ready for you anytime you want)
But I really like it when we do it in the dark)
So can we do it baby (Ah Ah) Cause I like to do it, do it I like it when we do it in the dark)
(Ill go anywhere you wanna go)
Come on now baby what I look like sayin no)
No Baby turn the lights down low (Ah Ah) cause I like it when we do it in the dark
(I like it when we do it in the) dark
(Anytime you want)
(Do it in the dark)
(Ah Ah)
(Do it in the dark)
(Where you wanna go)
(Look like sayin no)
(Ah Ah)
(Like it when we do it in the )
(Doin it and doin it and doin it well
Doin it and doin it and doin it well
Doin it and doin it and doin it well
Doin it and doin it and doin it)
Well
The song "In the Dark" by Mahasin is a sensual and provocative ode to sexual attraction and intimacy. The lyrics describe a passionate encounter between two lovers, with the singer expressing her desire to be with her partner in the darkness where they can both lose themselves in the moment. The first verse depicts an early morning moment where the singer's partner already has their hand between her thighs, and she cannot help but feel overwhelmed with pleasure. The chorus repeats the phrase "I really like it when we do it in the dark," emphasizing the idea that darkness and privacy add to the intimacy of their encounters. Even in the afternoon, the singer cannot resist her partner's advances, hinting at the excitement of wanting to be with someone constantly.
The bridge changes the mood a bit and suggests that the singer wants more than just a physical encounter. She wants her partner by her side, maybe even to lie down beside her as the sun goes down. She wants to make love, indicating a deeper emotional tie. The song ends with the chorus and the repetition of the phrase "doing it well," insinuating that this desire for intimacy with her partner is something they are excellent at and enjoy.
The song is a bold and unapologetic declaration of a woman's sexuality, but its underlying message is one of connection and intimacy. Despite the explicit nature of the lyrics, the singer conveys a sense of vulnerability and trust in her partner. It is a powerful statement about the importance of intimacy in human relationships, and the pleasure that can come from exploring that intimacy in private.
Line by Line Meaning
In the morning
Starting the day early
Real early when the suns about to rise
At dawn
You already got your hand between my thighs
Intimate physical act between the singer and the subject of the song
And it feels so good it makes me wanna cry (Ay Ay Ay)
Physical pleasure that brings overwhelming emotions
So can I feel you (You got me burnin up)
Asking for more physical intimacy
Can I taste you (Homeboy I just can't get enough
Asking for more physical intimacy
No, no, no (echo))
Immediate answer to the preceding question
It's getting late it's time for work we gotta go
End of the intimate moment
But before we leave I think there's something you should know
Clarification that something important should be said
Baby I'm ready for you anytime you want
The singer is always available for the subject of the song
But I really like it when we do it in the (dark)
Preferable intimate setting
So can we do it baby (Ah ah)I wanna do it do it, I like it when we do it in the (dark)
Asking to fulfill the preference mentioned in the previous line
I'll go any(where you wanna go)
Asking for direction
Come on now baby what I (look like sayin no)
Refusing is not an option
So can we do it baby (Ah Ah) cause I like to do it when we do it
Restating the preference mentioned earlier
(I like it when we do it in the )
Preference for a dark setting
In the afternoon
Moving on to another time of day
I hear you knockin on my door
Subject of the song coming over
I'm excited just because you want some more
Subject of the song desires another intimate moment
Got my neighbors out there thinking I'm a.ummm (Ay Ay Ay)
Embarrassment caused by potential noise or exposure
But I don't care because your leg is on my shoulder
Singer is enjoying the moment despite the consequence
Now you're pullin me a little closer
Physical intimacy is increasing
Makin it hard to breath
Physical sensations are intense
I lose control but don't get it twisted there's still something you should know
The situation is getting out of hand but an important information is still pending
Baby I'm ready for you (anytime you want)
Singer is always available for intimacy
But I really like it when we (do it in the dark)
Preference for a dark intimate setting
So can we do it baby (Ah Ah) Cause I like to do it, do it I like it when we (do it in the dark)
Reiterating the preference for intimacy in the dark
I'll go any(where you wanna go)
Reiterating the willingness to follow direction
Come on now baby what I look like sayin no)
Reiterating that refusal is not an option
No Baby turn the lights down low (Ah Ah) cause I like it when we do it in the dark
Preference for a dimly lit environment for intimacy
(Doin it and doin it and doin it well
Repeating the previous theme
Doin it and doin it and doin it well
Repeating the previous theme
Doin it and doin it and doin it well
Repeating the previous theme
Doin it and doin it and doin it)
Repeating the previous theme
Well
Ending with an affirmation
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