Getting her start playing the local farmer's markets and small coffee shops from Little Italy to Adam's Avenue she inspired a dedicated following in her hometown.
Her style can conjure a smile on the most stoic of faces. A blend of Jason Mraz, Jack Johnson, Colbie Caillat, with the sultry singing ability of an Ella Fitzgerald or a Billie Holiday.
She tours the San Diego and Los Angeles areas regularly and has even played the House of Blues along with tours up the West Coast.
Her first album, Answers, was crowd funded and released on May 29, 2015
Down Low
Raelee Nikole Lyrics
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You told me not to tell a soul,
Well if you broke your promise, then so can I,
And I think it's time the whole world knows,
Knows, that I think it's time the whole world knows,
See, I don't love you baby, but I need you to know,
That you might think you're cool, but I'm in control,
And yes she may be pretty, but I've got it all,
No, why you tryin' to keep it down low,
Ooo-oooh-ooh-oooh-ooh (and more ooh noises),
I know what you did last summer,
Ha,
There's not a thing you can do,
Yeah you can try your best, but as soon as I confess,
No-no-nobody's gonna listen to you-you-you,
No-nobody's gonna listen to you-ooh-aooh,
I don't love you baby but I need you to know,
That you might think you're cool, but I'm in control,
And yes, she may be pretty, but I've got it all!
So why you tryin' to keep it down low, down low,
No why you tryin' to keep it down low, down low,
Why you tryin' to keep it,
Why you tryin' to keep it doooown low-ow,
(Ooh noises),
See, I don't love you baby, but I need you to know,
That you may have your alibi but all your lies are just no,
You's tells the truth and we'll be good to go,
So why you tryna keep it, why you tryna keep it,
I don't love you baby but I need you to know,
That you might think you're cool, but I'm in control,
And yes she may be pretty, but I've got it all,
So why you tryin' to keep it down low, down low,
No why you tryna keep it down low, down low,
Why you tryna keep it, why you tryna keep it,
No no, why you tryna keep it down low?
The lyrics of "Down Low" by Raelee Nikole are about someone who knows what their partner did last summer, and while they promised to keep the secret, the singer is tired of keeping it hidden and wants to reveal the truth to the world. The singer is in control of the situation and while they don't love their partner, they want them to know that they have the upper hand. The repetition of the phrase "why you tryin' to keep it down low" suggests that the partner is trying to hide their actions, and the singer is tired of the secrecy.
The singer expresses their confidence in the situation, knowing that as soon as they confess, nobody will listen to their partner's excuses. The line "yes, she may be pretty, but I've got it all" suggests that the partner may have cheated with someone else. The repeated use of "ooh" sounds and the repetition of the phrases "why you tryna keep it" and "no nobody's gonna listen to you" add to the confrontational tone of the song.
Overall, "Down Low" is a song about revealing the truth and taking control of a situation, even if it means breaking a promise. The singer asserts their dominance and demands transparency in a relationship that has been shrouded in secrecy.
Line by Line Meaning
I know what you did last summer,
I am aware of your actions from last summer.
You told me not to tell a soul,
You asked me to keep your actions a secret.
Well if you broke your promise, then so can I,
If you did not keep your promise, then I will not either.
And I think it's time the whole world knows,
It is time for everyone to be aware of your actions.
Knows, that I think it's time the whole world knows,
I want everyone to know what you did.
See, I don't love you baby, but I need you to know,
I do not have love feelings towards you, but I want you to understand.
That you might think you're cool, but I'm in control,
You may believe you are superior, but I have the power.
And yes she may be pretty, but I've got it all,
Although she is attractive, I have everything I need.
So why you tryin' to keep it down low, down low,
Why are you attempting to keep this a secret?
No, why you tryin' to keep it down low,
I do not understand why you are keeping this a secret.
Ooo-oooh-ooh-oooh-ooh (and more ooh noises),
Musical interlude.
There's not a thing you can do,
You have no control over the situation.
Yeah you can try your best, but as soon as I confess,
Even if you attempt to stop me, I am going to tell the truth.
No-no-nobody's gonna listen to you-you-you,
No one will believe you.
No-nobody's gonna listen to you-ooh-aooh,
The people will not trust you once I speak up.
See, I don't love you baby, but I need you to know,
I am emphasizing that I do not love you, but you must be informed.
That you might think you're cool, but I'm in control,
I repeat that I am the one with power.
And yes, she may be pretty, but I've got it all!
Again, I state that I do not need this other person.
So why you tryin' to keep it down low, down low,
Once more, I question why you are hiding the truth.
No why you tryna keep it down low, down low,
I am still puzzled as to why you are keeping this information from others.
Why you tryna keep it, why you tryna keep it doooown low-ow,
I express confusion as to the motive behind the secrecy.
(Ooh noises),
Musical interlude once more.
That you may have your alibi but all your lies are just no,
I acknowledge that you may try to make excuses, but they will not be accepted.
You's tells the truth and we'll be good to go,
If you tell the truth, then everything will be fine.
So why you tryna keep it, why you tryna keep it,
I persist in my questioning of why you are hiding the truth.
I don't love you baby but I need you to know,
I remind you yet again of my lack of romantic feelings and the importance of your awareness.
No no, why you tryna keep it down low?
I continue to demand an explanation for this secrecy.
Contributed by Oliver E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.