Kills was born in Bradford, West Yorkshire, UK, to an Afro-Jamaican father and Uruguayan mother, where she attended Bradford Girls' Grammar School. In addition, she studied classical drama at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. She stated in a post on her blog on social website, MySpace that she grew up flying between London and Florida, where she had relatives, resulting in a mixed American and English accent.
Kills made her acting debut at age 9 in 1995 in New Voices. She had a regular role as Sima on the TV sitcom "All About Me" and also played Amy Franks in the BBC's long-running radio drama "The Archers". She began writing songs at 14, some of which were featured in films and television shows, including "Bring It On 4", "Sleepover", "Just My Luck", and "Entourage". After finishing with "The Archers" in 2003, Kills began pursuing a music career and attributes her musical breakthrough to winning a Radio 1 MC Battle in Leeds under the name "Candy Rapper" in 2003. She signed to the UK record company "Adventures in Music" and released her first single Don't Play Nice under the name Verbalicious in February 2005. Kills' told W that her childhood nickname from her mother was "Verbal" because she talked and sang a lot. She adopted the name and variations of it as her stage name at some points during her career.
While writing music for films, Kills posted her self-produced and written demo extended play, "Womannequin" on music social website MySpace in 2007 that attracted the attention of blogger Perez Hilton in 2008, her song received 2 million plays on the website and Kills reached the top of the unsigned artists chart. With offers coming in for concerts and festivals, Kills moved to Los Angeles. In LA, Kills was approached by producers, A&R and labels with contracts. A DJ introduced her to will.i.am after hearing her demo and learning that she did not have a record deal. In January 2008, will.i.am signed her to his record label, "will.i.am Music Group". She did not sign right away as she had reservations about the music industry and will.i.am had to go to London a month later to convince her to record with him. During this time she also co-wrote and appeared on They Talk Shit About Me by French recording artist M. Pokora and met underground director Guillaume Doubet, who would go on to direct many of her videos, in Paris.
Kills explained in an interview that she adopted the stage name Natalia Kills at the behest of her record company, which found "Natalia Cappuccini" hard to pronounce. She had taken on her grandmother's family name a few years prior. She explained in an interview that her stage name is based on the phrase "you killed it", and represents her tendency to be a perfectionist. Kills released her debut album "Perfectionist" in April 2011 in Germany following a top ten placing by the first single, "Mirrors". The album was described as a concept album by Kills, proving that perfection is attainable. It features production by Jeff Bhasker and Fernando Garibay, who had worked with Lady Gaga. The album was accompanied by four singles, Mirrors, Wonderland, Free and Kill My Boyfriend. The first three singles were minor hits in some European countries but failed to chart in the US or UK. Kills opened for Kelis' European All Hearts Tour, as well as supported Robyn on her Body Talk Tour in November 2010 and early 2011. She also supported Ke$ha on the UK leg of her Get Sleazy Tour. Throughout August and September 2011, Kills supported Katy Perry on her California Dreams Tour for eight dates in Europe and São Paulo, Brazil. She also opened for the Black Eyed Peas over the summer of 2011 in Europe.
Kills is featured on a Junior Caldera single, Lights Out (Go Crazy), along with Far East Movement. It was released on March 13, 2012. Kills also features in Tatana's single, You Can't Get in My Head (If You Can't Get in My Bed).
On September 5, the singer announced new video entitled "Controversy" to start the promotion of her sophomore studio album entitled Trouble that's scheduled for release early 2013 through Cherrytree and Interscope Records. She also revealed the artwork with the official viral video.
Kills called Kate Bush and Alanis Morissette her most important musical influences, highlighting them as emotional artists who wrote honestly about their own experiences. She has also gone on to cite Gwen Stefani as her hero. She also claims that Depeche Mode, Prince, Vanity 6 and Freddie Mercury inspire her live performances.
In June of 2015, Kills announced over Twitter that her next album would feature a band, and that her days as "Natalia Kills" are over. She has stated "I always wanted to start a band. I adore Hole & Garbage so that's what i'll do next. I need to go darker + wilder".
In early 2016, Sinclair started a band, Cruel Youth. Their first song, "Mr. Watson", was released on Soundcloud in February, that was then followed by "Diamond Days" in April, which was also released on iTunes. Their third single ,"Hatefuck", was released in early September along with the release of their debut EP +30mg on 16 September.
Boys Don
Natalia Kills Lyrics
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But don't hold me too tight...
When we say goodbye
Remember, boys don't cry.
I wanna love you in the worst way baby
You gotta kiss me just to taste a little danger
Can you take it?
Getcha getcha get you on your bad behavior
Take it or leave it
You're the one that needs it
Wanna feel that rush
But it hurts too much
When your heart gets crushed...
I'll be yours tonight,
But don't hold me too tight...
When we say goodbye
Remember, boys don't cry.
[x2]
I wanna kiss you where it hurts pretty baby
One little touch I'm gonna bring you to your knees yeah
I'm gonna tease ya
Through your jeans yeah
But when it's over better catch amnesia
Be my dirty little secret
When I'm tearing off your t-shirt
Wanna feel that rush
But it hurts too much
When your heart gets crushed
I'll be yours tonight,
But don't hold me too tight...
When we say goodbye
Remember, boys don't cry.
[x2]
(Did I say too much? What is too much?
Don't fucking tell me when I've had too much.
Just one more Johnny... please?
Who me? Never officer!
I'm over the limit? What is the limit really?)
I'll be yours tonight,
But don't hold me too tight...
When we say goodbye
Remember, boys don't cry.
[x2]
Remember, boys don't cry...
Remember, boys don't cry!
The lyrics to Natalia Kills's song "Boys Don't Cry" is an expression of a woman's desire to have a casual relationship with a man without any emotional attachment. She acknowledges that she is only interested in a temporary affair and warns the man not to get too attached. The song is a reference to the societal stereotype that men should not express their emotions and should "man up" when faced with emotional pain. The chorus "remember, boys don't cry" is a reminder of this stereotype and emphasizes the woman's desire for a relationship without any emotional baggage.
The lyrics are suggestive and subtly erotic, as the woman urges the man to engage in reckless behavior with her. She entices him with her words, promising him a night of excitement and pleasure, but also warns him of the emotional consequences that come with the territory. The language used in the song is peppered with colloquialisms and slang, adding to the song's edgy and rebellious vibe.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be yours tonight,
I'm willing to be with you tonight and share intimate moments with you.
But don't hold me too tight...
Please don't hold me too tightly, so I don't feel suffocated.
When we say goodbye
At the end of our time together
Remember, boys don't cry.
Please don't cry over me because it's seen as a sign of weakness by society.
I wanna love you in the worst way baby
I desire to love you in the most passionate and intense way possible.
You gotta kiss me just to taste a little danger
You have to kiss me with passion, like we're doing something risky or dangerous.
Can you take it?
Are you strong enough to handle me and the way I want to love you?
I might break it...
I might push you to your limits, emotionally and physically.
Getcha getcha get you on your bad behavior
I want to bring out the wild and naughty side of you.
Take it or leave it
You have to make a choice to either accept me and what I'm offering or walk away.
You're the one that needs it
You're the one who wants this connection as much as I do.
Wanna feel that rush
I want to feel the adrenaline rush of being with you.
But it hurts too much
But I know the risks and the pain that comes with getting too involved.
When your heart gets crushed...
When you're hurt and heartbroken.
I wanna kiss you where it hurts pretty baby
I want to kiss you where you're in pain, both physical and emotional.
One little touch I'm gonna bring you to your knees yeah
A single touch from me will leave you weak and begging for more.
I'm gonna tease ya
I'm going to tantalize and taunt you with my sexuality and desire.
Through your jeans yeah
Even through your clothes, I'll make sure you feel my touch.
But when it's over better catch amnesia
When it's all done, you better forget what happened between us to protect yourself.
Be my dirty little secret
Be my hidden lover that no one else can know about.
When I'm tearing off your t-shirt
When I'm undressing you and we're getting physical.
Did I say too much? What is too much?
Did I reveal too much about myself or my desires? What is considered inappropriate to say?
Don't fucking tell me when I've had too much.
Don't dare tell me when I've gone too far with my words or actions.
Just one more Johnny... please?
Can I have one more drink? Johnny is likely a nickname for a type of alcohol.
Who me? Never officer!
Mockingly responding to a question by an authority figure.
I'm over the limit? What is the limit really?
Refusing to acknowledge or care about being over the legal limit of alcohol consumption for driving.
Remember, boys don't cry.
A repeated reminder not to show any tears or emotions that are deemed as weak or feminine.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JEFF BHASKER, NATALIA CAPPUCCINI
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Mel Mo
god i miss her. this entire album (nay, her discography) is a masterpiece. cruel youth is good too
evil supermodel
it’s hard carrying the natalia kills fandom on ur back this 2020
Chris Vergara
I like this song it’s got a good feeling vibe. Keep sparking it up N.K
skyfitsheaven
I can literally relate to every single thing she says in this song
Violetti Sade
I love it how to every song of this whole album someone writes "best song on the album" :D
Lily Cunningham
Love the album :D she has an amazing voice
Nielkis Sierra
My favorite song of hers 😍😍😍
Ammy Babie
I love this album! Comeback. Or tour even better ahaa🥰❤
Chandler Painter
omg the chorus is HEAVEN
Vallanet
love it ♥