Self describing her songs as a fusion between grunge and folk, she brings dreamy melodies and slightly confessional lyrics that, along with her discreet charm, are bound to get any music lover hooked.
As a young adult, Los Angeles-based singer/songwriter Miya Folick was drawn to music as a creative outlet because of its ability to combine emotional and intellectual content. Bringing contemplative lyrics to intense indie rock, her debut EP, Strange Darling, was released in 2015.
A native of Santa Ana, California, Folick attended New York University after graduating high school, but eventually started skipping classes, opting to spend her time exploring the city by herself. After dropping out and moving back home, she spent the remainder of the semester learning to play the guitar. Her first EP, the self-produced Strange Darling, was recorded by Mark Rains (Alice Bag, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club) at his Station House Studio in Echo Park. It saw release in 2015. Folick's second EP, Give It to Me, followed on Terrible Records in 2017 and included a cover of Joni Mitchell's "Woodstock." Inspired by reading an article about abusive power structures, the defiant "Deadbody" arrived in March 2018, with the synth poppier "Stock Image" following that June in advance of her debut LP. In the meantime, she toured in support of Kate Nash.
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Baby Girl
Miya Folick Lyrics
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The first truth that I've ever had
You always know when I'm sad
You give, you give
You always call me on my shit
Baby girl, you are real
You talk like it's a screaming match
You know, but you know
You know you're never alone
How I want, how I want
To see you happy
How I want, how I want
To see you smile
Baby girl, dark of night
How you glitter in the camera lens
No one else could wear that dress quite right
No one else could wear that dress quite right
How I want, how I want
To see you happy
How I want, how I want
To see you smile
Oh, lying on the bathroom floor
Laughing our head off
Oh, crying in the alleyway
Your head in my lap
How I want, how I want
To see you happy
How I want, how I want
To see you smile
Oh, lying on the bathroom floor
Laughing our head off
Oh, crying in the alleyway
Your head in my lap
Miya Folick's song "Baby Girl" speaks to the deep and meaningful relationship that exists between two friends. The title, "Baby Girl," suggests that the song is directed at a female friend to whom she is expressing her deepest emotions. The singer affirms her friend's reality, calling her "real" and "the first truth that I've ever had." This statement implies that although the world may be false and untrustworthy, her friend is a constant and reliable presence in her life.
The lyrics continue to describe how her friend can sense when she's sad and is always there to comfort her. She also acknowledges that her friend is direct and sometimes overpowers her, but this does not diminish their relationship as she knows that she is never alone. The chorus is a repetition of the desire to see her friend happy and smiling.
The last part of the lyrics seems to reference some memories they shared together. The scene of them "laughing their heads off" on the bathroom floor and the other of "crying in the alleyway" with her friend's head in her lap speak to the joy as well as the struggles that they have faced together.
Overall, the song expresses deep gratitude and love for a friend who has been a constant source of support and understanding through life's ups and downs.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby girl, you are real
You are an authentic and genuine person, unlike anyone else I've known.
The first truth that I've ever had
Meeting you was a life-altering event that opened my eyes to what true honesty and authenticity look like.
You always know when I'm sad
You have a deep understanding of me and can sense when I'm not feeling my best.
You give, you give
You are always there for me and constantly giving of yourself and your time.
You always call me on my shit
You are unafraid to confront me when I am in the wrong and hold me accountable for my actions.
You talk like it's a screaming match
You are passionate in your communication and unafraid to speak your mind, even if it means raising your voice.
You always fucking drown me out
Your strong personality and assertiveness can sometimes overpower me and make it difficult for me to express myself fully.
You know, but you know
You have a deep understanding of what is happening around you and are aware of things that others might miss.
You know you're never alone
You are surrounded by people who love and support you, and you never have to bear your burdens alone.
Baby girl, dark of night
You shine like a star, even in the darkest of times.
How you glitter in the camera lens
Your beauty and radiance stand out, even when captured in a photograph or on video.
No one else could wear that dress quite right
You are uniquely suited to wear a particular dress or fill a particular role in life that no one else could match.
Oh, lying on the bathroom floor, laughing our head off
We share joyful moments together, even when they happen in unexpected or unconventional places.
Oh, crying in the alleyway, your head in my lap
We support each other through difficult and emotional experiences, offering a shoulder to cry on or a comforting presence.
How I want, how I want to see you happy
I deeply care about your happiness and wellbeing, and wish for nothing but the best for you.
How I want, how I want to see you smile
I find joy in seeing you happy and fulfilled, and hope to contribute to your wellbeing in any way I can.
Writer(s): JUSTIN ROTHMAN, MIYA FOLICK, LUKE NICCOLI, YVES ROTHMAN, JUSTIN RAISEN
Contributed by Elizabeth L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Felix Amadeo
My fav song on the album! I really loved it 💛
Alfred Spears
when a song gets stuck in your head after hearing it ONCE, that's special.
hectooor
Obsessed for years now. Never gets old
DocFink
fantastic sound, full of energy and something that i can not place. a feeling or some emotion that is being triggered but that i don't understand. i can feel the mood and energy that is being projected, its makes me cry but i like it. listening to your music is like a drug, emotional and moreish. xxx
Starless
I just like to call it nostalgia
Starless
Absolute perfection Miya!
Lunabyes
and WHAT THE FUCK. How does this have less than 4k views?! this is fucking beautiful and youre insanely talented. thanks to your gf Kristine i found u and i think ive fallen in love with u too! <3
monica lopez
So amazing...... ahhhh my heart and soul.
OndrakoTV #RemasterXenobladeX
certified bop
Halfadeck Short
So glad you performed this one at Trees. :)