However, that wasn’t the first time Natalie followed such an impulse. Born to Surinamese parents and raised in Amsterdam, she moved to Los Angeles alone at 20-years-old, pursuing her dream of becoming a singer and dancer. Inspired by everyone from Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson to Mariah Carey, she honed her vocal chops through years of diligent practice. That prowess led to a deal with Blackground Records/Interscope Records for her duo Amsterdam in 2010.
“The group didn’t work out, and no music was released,” she sighs. “It just wasn’t the right time. However, with Flo, everything felt right. We have such a great chemistry, and he’s given me an incredible launch pad for me and my songs.”
That music flaunts her immense voice with flourishes of both eighties and nineties R&B. It’s an instantly irresistible style. “I’m very inspired by pop and rhythm,” she goes on. “There’s a soulfulness and great groove though. Since I’m a dancer, it’s important for my music to have a nice beat.”
Her debut single for I.M.G./Republic Records “Somebody” [featuring Jeremih] will undoubtedly get the dance floor moving. Over smooth production from Future Classic, the song updates the melody from Whitney Houston’s “I Wanna Dance With Somebody” for a new millennium. Natalie’s voice takes the spotlight in between a sexy hook from Jeremih.
“It’s a fun and funky song,” remarks Natalie. “It’s feel-good, and it reminds me of summertime. I love to be around people, have a great time, and dance. That’s what it stands for. While we were recording Jeremih happened to be in Miami for a Big Dreams for Kids Back to School Event and Flo invited him to the studio to sing on it. He nailed it on the first take!”
Ultimately though, “Somebody” simply opens the doorway for Natalie. “If you want something, you have to fight for it,” she leaves off. “That’s what I did. I want to show everybody living your dream is possible. I want to leave people with smiles on their faces, inspire them, and move them.”
Somebody
Natalie La Rose Lyrics
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Natalie La Rose
I wanna rock with somebody (whoah yeah)
I wanna take shot with somebody (shot, shot, shot, shot)
I wanna leave with somebody (somebody, comm'on, comm'on)
And we ain't gonna tell nobody
We ain't gonna tell nobody
Walking everybody knows what's good
But some gonna hate what's new
We just do our favorite time to waste
Always playing cool
And at the end of the night
When our love's going out we turn down
Oh no we won't (we'll never turn it down, we'll never turn it down)
And when it try to make this leave we turn to say we never going home
And you know just what I wanna do
I wanna rock with somebody (whoah yeah)
I wanna take shot with somebody (shot, shot, shot, shot)
I wanna leave with somebody (somebody, comm'on, comm'on)
And we ain't gonna tell nobody
We ain't gonna tell nobody
Walking everybody know what's good
We are only block
Bring us everything we think we need
Tonight is going up (tonight is going up)
And at the end of the night
When our love's going out we turn down
Oh no we won't (we'll never turn it down, we'll never turn it down)
And when it try to make this leave we turn to say we never going home
I wanna rock with somebody (whoah yeah)
I wanna take shot with somebody (shot, shot, shot, shot)
I wanna leave with somebody (somebody, comm'on, comm'on)
And we ain't gonna tell nobody
We ain't gonna tell nobody
And the club like whoah
We'll be in the party in the club like whoah
And the club like
We'll be in the city going down like whoah
And the club like whoah
We'll be in the party in the club like whoah
We'll be in the city going down like whoah
We'll be in the party in the club like whoah
And at the end of the night
When our love's going out we turn down
Oh no we won't (we'll never turn it down, we'll never turn it down)
And when it try to make this leave we turn to say we never going home
I wanna rock with somebody (whoah yeah)
I wanna take shot with somebody (shot, shot, shot, shot)
I wanna leave with somebody (somebody, comm'on, comm'on)
And we ain't gonna tell nobody
We ain't gonna tell nobody
The lyrics to Natalie La Rose's song "Somebody" speak to the desire to let loose and have a good time with someone special. The song centers around the idea of wanting to rock with somebody, take shots with them, and leave with them - all without telling anyone. The first verse alludes to the fact that while some people may not agree with the choices being made, the singer and their partner are simply living in the moment and having fun. The chorus is a declaration of their desire to enjoy the night with this person and not let anyone else in on their secret.
The second verse repeats the theme of enjoying the night and not letting anyone bring them down, with the added emphasis of being full of confidence and feeling unstoppable. The bridge continues with this theme, stating that they will never turn down their good time and that they will stay out all night instead of going home.
Overall, the song is a playful tribute to letting loose and enjoying the moment without worrying about anyone else's judgement. It's an anthem for anyone who just wants to have fun and let go of their inhibitions for a night.
Line by Line Meaning
I wanna rock with somebody (whoah yeah)
I want to party and have a good time with someone special
I wanna take shot with somebody (shot, shot, shot, shot)
I want to take shots of alcohol with a person I am attracted to
I wanna leave with somebody (somebody, comm'on, comm'on)
I want to leave the party or club with someone and spend the night with them
And we ain't gonna tell nobody
We want to keep our fun and adventures a secret from everyone else
Walking everybody knows what's good
Everyone knows what is happening and understands the situation
But some gonna hate what's new
Some people might not be comfortable with the changes that are happening
We just do our favorite time to waste
We are just enjoying ourselves and having a good time without any worries
Always playing cool
We always keep our composure and act as if everything is under control
When our love's going out we turn down
When the night is ending, we try to calm down and relax
And it try to make this leave we turn to say we never going home
Even when the party is over, we try to hold on to the night and continue enjoying ourselves
We are only block
We are the only ones who matter and we are in our own world
Bring us everything we think we need
We have everything we need to have a good time and do not require anything else
Tonight is going up (tonight is going up)
We are going to have a wild and enjoyable night
And the club like whoah
The club is pumping with energy and excitement
We'll be in the party in the club like whoah
We will be fully immersed in the party and enjoying ourselves
We'll be in the city going down like whoah
We will be enjoying the nightlife and party scene in the city
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KRYSTIN WATKINS, NATALIE LA ROSE, TRAMAR DILLARD, SHANNON RUBICAM, ALEX SCHWARTZ, JOE KHAJADOURIAN, ROOK MONROE, MARCEL ALBERT, GEORGE MERRILL
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I love this ! Can I use this for my YouTube video? I will give you credit
@lucilleredd6618
just too Dope yeah
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wow!!! ^
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natalie love :*
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Im just to Dope XD
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kayla coeyman love it to
@clarissawilson7769
I like this one best I think
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2018
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Rose your boyfriend is here Sabrina,410
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