Hailing from South London, more specifically Croydon, RAYE (real name - Rac… Read Full Bio ↴Hailing from South London, more specifically Croydon, RAYE (real name - Rachel Keen) is a British singer-songwriter. Aside from writing hits for other artists, RAYE has bounced between R&B, pop and dance music in regards to her own discography. Her debut album and one of her first independent releases "'My 21st Century Blues'', was released on February 3 2023.

RAYE’s debut EP 'Welcome To The Winter' was released in 2014 and was comprised of predominantly R&B sounds. After signing with Polydor Records, RAYE had her breakthrough by featuring on the 2016 singles; "By Your Side" by Jonas Blue and "You Don't Know Me" by Jax Jones. The latter, co-written by RAYE herself, would peak at number three on the UK Singles Chart. Both songs were certified platinum or higher by the BPI, and marked a shift in RAYE’s career both commercially and sonically. After releasing the 'Second' EP in 2016, RAYE released "I, U, Us" as the lead single alongside a Charli XCX directed music video. This marked the first collaboration of several between the British songwriters. RAYE later co-wrote XCX's song "After the Afterparty" and appeared on a remix version, as well as featuring on the track "Dreamer" from her 2017 mixtape 'Number 1 Angel'. RAYE was short-listed for the BBC Music Sound of... award for 2017 and was named in third place. Later in the year, RAYE released the platinum certified hit "Decline" featuring Mr. Eazi, which would serve as the lead single from her 'Side Tape' EP which followed in May 2018. In October 2018, RAYE embarked on her own headlining tour, visiting a number of cities around the UK and Ireland.

After releasing multiple singles in 2019 and 2020, RAYE’s debut mini-album, 'Euphoric Sad Songs' was released on 20 November 2020. The project featured the top 10 hit "Secrets" with Regard as well as "Regardless" with Rudimental. In early 2021, RAYE released the single "Bed" with Joel Corry and David Guetta. The song would peak at number three on the UK Singles Chart, becoming RAYE’s highest charting single as a lead artist on the chart. Later in the year, RAYE took to social media to reveal that her record label, Polydor Records, has been withholding her debut album for several years. Following the statements, RAYE disclosed in July that she is now officially an independent artist.

RAYE was brought up in a musical family - her parents met at church - both of them musicians in the parish, and her musical heritage goes right back to her Grandfather, who was a songwriter and musician in his own right. Since the age of 10, she's been writing her own music, slowly developing all the time to become the artist she is today. Along the way, RAYE has become confidently adept at various different instruments including the cello, flute, and piano, alongside honing her production skills (and learning to play the guitar). Music has always been a huge part of RAYE’s life. Brought up on the classic soul/jazz maestros of the 40's and 50's like Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat King Cole etc - this is where her love for songwriting and melody began. Since then her influences, have aligned with the times, citing Drake, and her all time hero Lauryn Hill as huge sources of inspiration.

Slower
RAYE Lyrics

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Say you'll never let me down
How do I know?
When I met your ass about a month ago
No denyin' that you're cute
We click, I know
But I'm asking you if we can take it slow
Just a little bit, yeah

I'll get the cheque tonight, I don't like stereotypes, nah
And I'm not an instrument you gon' be playing alright, nah
You say I'm paranoid, I say I'm cautious
I made enough mistakes, baby, before this
Alright

So, baby, can we chill?
It's only early days, you know
And I ain't tryna say that I don't like you babe, I do
I love the way you dress, you kiss, you talk, the way you move
Just let me explain myself to you

Say you'll never let me down
How do I know?
When I met your ass about a month ago
No denyin' that you're cute
We click, I know
But I'm asking you if we can take it slow

Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit, just a little bit, just a little bit
Ah, yeah
Ah, yeah

I picked you up after work, then we went back to mine
Got faded
Put on a movie, you ordered the Indian
That's my favourite
Then you surprise me, 'cause baby you asked me to be your girlfriend
Whoa, call my girls like, "whoa"

Baby, can we chill
It's only early days, you know
And I ain't tryna say that I don't like you babe, I do
I love the way you dress, you kiss, you talk, the way you move
Just let me explain myself

A, V (to you)
Get me look suspect
But we smell a success
Man dem they just wanna see you undress
But, girl, that's why I want more from ya
I need ya
If I'm comin' on too strong, I'll leave ya
Alone, oh, you wanna be alone with me
Girl, I know, you know I'll pillow talk you to sleep
Far from shallow, I'm in too deep

So you'll never let me down
How do I know?
When I met your ass about a month ago
No denyin' that you're cute
We click, I know
But I'm asking you if we can take it slow

Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower (V)
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit, just a little bit, just a little bit

Ah, yeah
Ah, yeah

Overall Meaning

In Raye's song "Slower," she is expressing her desire for the romantic partner to take things slow in their relationship. The lyrics get right to the point, with Raye asking if they can take it slow, explaining that she's not one to fall into stereotypes and that she's cautious because of past mistakes. She admits that she likes the person, loves the way they move and talk, but still wants to take things slow.

The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, with Raye questioning the person's commitment to not letting her down, while also acknowledging their chemistry. The second verse starts with Raye picking up the person after work, and them enjoying each other's company, but she still wants to pump the brakes.

The chorus is where Raye pleads for the person to take things slower. In the bridge, Masego takes over and raps about how he wants more from Raye and understands that taking things slow is necessary for a deeper connection. The song ends with Raye restating her request to take things slow.

Overall, the song is a relatable expression of wanting to enjoy a romantic connection, but also not wanting to rush into anything before fully getting to know each other.

Line by Line Meaning

Say you'll never let me down
I need to know that you won't break my heart

How do I know?
I need you to prove that you are trustworthy

When I met your ass about a month ago
I haven't known you for very long

No denyin' that you're cute
I am physically attracted to you

We click, I know
I feel a connection with you

But I'm asking you if we can take it slow
I am not ready to rush into a relationship

I'll get the cheque tonight, I don't like stereotypes, nah
I don't want you to feel like just because I am a woman, you have to pay for everything

And I'm not an instrument you gon' be playing alright, nah
I am not a toy for you to play with

You say I'm paranoid, I say I'm cautious
I am just being careful not to make the same mistakes as before

I made enough mistakes, baby, before this
I have been hurt in the past and don't want to go through that again

So, baby, can we chill?
Let's slow down and enjoy each other's company

It's only early days, you know
It's still too soon to know where this relationship is going

And I ain't tryna say that I don't like you babe, I do
I am interested in you, just not ready to commit yet

I love the way you dress, you kiss, you talk, the way you move
I am physically attracted to you

Just let me explain myself to you
I want you to understand where I am coming from

I picked you up after work, then we went back to mine
We spent time together at my place

Got faded
We got drunk or high

Put on a movie, you ordered the Indian
We watched a movie while eating Indian food

That's my favourite
I enjoy Indian food

Then you surprise me, 'cause baby you asked me to be your girlfriend
You asked me to be your girlfriend unexpectedly

Whoa, call my girls like, "whoa"
I am excited and want to share the news with my friends

A, V (to you)
Not available for interpretation

Get me look suspect
People might think our relationship is suspicious or not genuine

But we smell a success
We have potential as a couple

Man dem they just wanna see you undress
There are others who are only interested in you for sexual reasons

But, girl, that's why I want more from ya
I am interested in you for more than just sex

I need ya
I want to be with you

If I'm comin' on too strong, I'll leave ya
I don't want to push you away with my feelings

Alone, oh, you wanna be alone with me
You want to spend time alone with me

Girl, I know, you know I'll pillow talk you to sleep
I am willing to be vulnerable with you and share my deepest thoughts with you

Far from shallow, I'm in too deep
I am genuinely invested in our relationship

Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
I want to take things slow in our relationship

Ah, yeah
Not available for interpretation

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Achi Avelino, Levi Lenox Malundama, Rachel Agatha Keen

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Say you'll never let me down
How do I know?
When I met your ass about a month ago
No denyin' that you're cute
We click, I know
But I'm asking you if we can take it slow
Just a little bit, yeah
I'll get the cheque tonight, I don't like stereotypes, nah
And I'm not an instrument you gon' be playing alright, nah
You say I'm paranoid, I say I'm cautious
I made enough mistakes, baby, before this
Alright
So, baby, can we chill?
It's only early days, you know
And I ain't tryna say that I don't like you babe, I do
I love the way you dress, you kiss, you talk, the way you move
Just let me explain myself to you
Say you'll never let me down
How do I know?
When I met your ass about a month ago
No denyin' that you're cute
We click, I know
But I'm asking you if we can take it slow
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit, just a little bit, just a little bit
Ah, yeah
Ah, yeah
I picked you up after work, then we went back to mine
Got faded
Put on a movie, you ordered the Indian
That's my favourite
Then you surprise me, 'cause baby you asked me to be your girlfriend
Whoa, call my girls like, "whoa"
Baby, can we chill
It's only early days, you know
And I ain't tryna say that I don't like you babe, I do
I love the way you dress, you kiss, you talk, the way you move
Just let me explain myself
A, V (to you)
Get me look suspect
But we smell a success
Man dem they just wanna see you undress
But, girl, that's why I want more from ya
I need ya
If I'm comin' on too strong, I'll leave ya
Alone, oh, you wanna be alone with me
Girl, I know, you know I'll pillow talk you to sleep
Far from shallow, I'm in too deep
So you'll never let me down
How do I know?
When I met your ass about a month ago
No denyin' that you're cute
We click, I know
But I'm asking you if we can take it slow
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower (V)
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit slower, slower, slower, slower
Just a little bit, just a little bit, just a little bit
Ah, yeah
Ah, yeah