RAYEโs 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 RAYEโs 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, RAYEโs 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 RAYEโs 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 RAYEโs 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.
Tequila
RAYE Lyrics
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If you take a photo get my good side
Toasting the future, tell them "more life", na na
If you want some drama catch me outside, na na
Let's not take it there, no
In the rave so serious
See me dance so serious
Hands up if you're feeling us, ah
One shot, two shot, three shot, four shot
I think that you need some more shots
Wait, hol' up
Take it to the motherfucking dance floor
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la da dum, tequila la da dum
Tequila la la la
Tequila la la la
Tequila la la la-ah la
Tequila la da dum, tequila la da dum
Tequila la la la
That's my lifestyle
That's my, that's my lifestyle
That's my lifestyle
That's my, that's my lifestyle
Sippin'
Why these people all up in my section?
Tryna catch me out, try catch me slippin', na na
Not to talking to you, boy I'm lip syncing, na na
To my favourite song, na
In the rave so serious
See me dance so serious
Why you look so serious?
Hands up if you're feeling us
One shot, two shot, three shot, four shot
I think that you need some more shots
Wait, hol' up
Take it to the motherfucking dance floor
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la da dum, tequila la da dum
Tequila la la la
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la-ah la
Tequila la da dum, tequila la da dum
Tequila la la la
Oh no
Why you tryna grab your coat and go home (go home)
Let me introduce to my friend, though
He goes by the name of Don Julio, Julio, Julio, yeah
Hands up if you're feeling us
Hands up if you're feeling us
Hands up if you're feeling us
Take it to the motherfucking dance floor
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Tequila la da dum, tequila la da dum
Tequila la la la (that's my lifestyle, that's my, that's my lifestyle)
Tequila la la la (that's my lifestyle, that's my, that's my lifestyle)
Tequila la la la-ah la (that's my lifestyle, that's my, that's my lifestyle)
Tequila la da dum, tequila la da dum
Tequila la la la
The song "Tequila" by Raye is about living life to the fullest and enjoying oneself through drinking and dancing. The lyrics suggest a carefree attitude and a desire to have fun without worrying about the consequences. Raye sings about taking photos and toasting to the future, feeling serious in the rave, and catching some drama outside, while also encouraging everyone to take more shots and take it to the dance floor. The repetition of "Tequila la la la" throughout the chorus emphasises the desire to have fun and not take life too seriously.
The lyrics also highlight the importance of being with friends and feeling connected to others. Raye sings about hands up if you're feeling us, suggesting a sense of community and belonging. Additionally, the mention of Don Julio as a friend and the encouragement to introduce him to others shows the importance of sharing experiences and making connections.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight
Starting the new night
If you take a photo get my good side
Capture the best moment of me
Toasting the future, tell them "more life", na na
Celebrating the upcoming future with the phrase "more life"
If you want some drama catch me outside, na na
If you are looking for drama, find me outside
Let's not take it there, no
Avoiding conflict
In the rave so serious
I am having fun in the party
See me dance so serious
I am dancing with utmost seriousness
Why you look so serious?
Asking someone why they are so serious
Hands up if you're feeling us, ah
Asking the crowd to raise their hands if they are enjoying the party
One shot, two shot, three shot, four shot
Drinking shots one after the other
I think that you need some more shots
Encouraging someone to take more shots
Wait, hol' up
Wait a minute
Take it to the motherfucking dance floor
Start dancing to the music
Tequila la la la (doo doo, doo doo doo)
Repeating the phrase used to refer to tequila
That's my lifestyle
This is how I usually live and party
Sippin'
Drinking alcohol
Why these people all up in my section?
Complaining about people invading my personal space
Tryna catch me out, try catch me slippin', na na
Others are attempting to take advantage of me or catch me being careless
Not talking to you, boy I'm lip syncing, na na
Not having a conversation with someone, but instead lip syncing to my favorite song
To my favorite song, na
Lip syncing to my favorite song
Oh no
Expressing disbelief or dismay
Why you tryna grab your coat and go home (go home)
Asking why someone is trying to leave the party early
Let me introduce to my friend, though
Introducing my friend
He goes by the name of Don Julio, Julio, Julio, yeah
Referring to a popular tequila brand
Hands up if you're feeling us
Asking the crowd to raise their hands if they are enjoying the party
Tequila la la la (that's my lifestyle, that's my, that's my lifestyle)
Repeating the phrase used to refer to tequila while emphasizing this is how I party
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jamie Spinks, Janee Bennett, Mark Ralph, Martin Solveig, Rachel Keen, Timucin Lam, Uzoechi Emenike
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nickc26
This man continuously drops bangers. Has to be considered one of the top DJs in the world right now.
@majesticcamels4198
Aye Martin solveig is awesome!
@harryocallaghan8082
Majestic Camels heโs talking about Jax Jones
@majesticcamels4198
Harry O' Callaghan I'm not
@richardkelly655
Djs name please
@shellshock10
making 3 catchy songs shouldn't make anyone a top anything.
@strobaholic
Jax, you donโt disappoint! Another fire track for my playlist!
@marka690
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@DJLPsl
A timeless dance track which will always be aroung up there with the classics. Banging bass, catchy hook line and drop dead gorgeous singer. Whats not to love!? ๐โค๐
@JoaoKill3r
The song is amazing (I listened on Spotify first become coming here and had a blast), but this clip is sooo fun to watch! Love the production, the silly setups and the joyful atmosphere overall. Thank you!