As a sophomore in high school, Lenae spent $300 for a studio session that would ultimately produce her first single, "Greetings." Soon after, in 2015, she was featured on Monte Booker’s song, "Baby." Booker and Lenae along with rapper, Smino, formed the original core of the music collective, Zero Fatigue, which was brought together by Chris "Classick" Innumerable at his recording studio, Classick Studios. Lenae's first EP, Moon Shoes, was originally released as a free download in August 2015, but was later reissued by Atlantic Records and the Three Twenty Three Music Group in 2016. It drew praise from critics for her "fluid vocals and spare, poetic lyrics."
In 2016, Lenae was officially signed to Atlantic Records. She also appeared as a featured performer on Mick Jenkins' album The Healing Component and on Noname's song "Forever." She would go on to tour with and open for Noname on her Telefone Tour from January to March 2017. Lenae also performed at WBEZ's Winter Block Party alongside fellow members of the underground collective Medicine Woman: Drea Smith, Via Rosa, and Jean Deau.
She released her second EP Midnight Moonlight on March 3, 2017. Later that month, she performed at SXSW, was featured on Smino's "Glass Flows," and was listed by Rolling Stone as one of "10 New Artists You Need to Know." In the following three months, she would go on to perform at several other festivals, including Mamby on the Beach in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood and Culture Shock in Purchase, New York. Beginning in August 2017, Lenae opened for SZA on her Ctrl Tour. The tour ended in December 2017. On February 9, she released her third EP, entirely produced by Steve Lacy, titled Crush.
On February 1, 2022, she released Skin Tight with Steve Lacy, the first single of her debut album, Hypnos. Following, she released her debut album on May 20, 2022. Featuring vocals and production from Monte Booker, Steve Lacy, KAYTRANAD , Fousheé, Mereba, Smino, Sango, Luke Titus, IAMNOBODI, Phoelix and Teo Halm.
Computer Luv
Ravyn Lenae Lyrics
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I need your time right now
I can't sleep tight without
Your lips on mine somehow
When will I meet you?
I'm dyin' to see you
I wanna see you right now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping, drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder, what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya?
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoid this
But what if this real?
I'm on the line right now
Is our time running out?
Into different worlds
Fly out, come hold me down
When will I meet you?
I'm dyin' to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder, what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya?
Or could this be pointless?
I should've avoid this
But what if this real?
Don't care what nobody say
A thousand miles in the way
You pick the time and the day
I got it, I got it
You knew when right from the start
Computer love is not smart
Don't lose it, don't break my heart (don't break my heart)
Don't break my heart
When will I meet you?
I'm dyin' to see you (I'm dyin' to see you)
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya?
Or could this be pointless?
I should've avoid this
But what if this real?
Don't fade away, my love
Inside the space, my love
One click away from you
Don't fade away
"Ah, hello Ravyn, I hope you get this message
I hope to see you soon
Um, it's really cold down here, in London, so
Umm, I've been following you for about three years
Now I really wanna see you, I hope your tour comes soon"
The lyrics of "Computer Luv" by Ravyn Lenae depict the story of a long-distance relationship and someone who is eagerly waiting to meet their partner in person after a year of virtual connection. The first stanza talks about the longing and desire of the person to have their partner's attention, time and presence. The following stanza reflects the person's mixed emotions about their situation, wondering whether their feelings for their partner are real or if they should have avoided getting into a virtual relationship in the first place. They express their fear of pointlessness and heartbreak, yet remain hopeful that their relationship has a chance to turn into something meaningful.
The chorus suggests that the person is willing to go above and beyond to make the relationship work, despite the adversities of distance and technology. They acknowledge that computer love may not be considered as smart, yet they hold onto it with all their heart, hoping that their partner will reciprocate their feelings and not break their heart. The bridge of the song features a voicemail clip of a fan who has been following the artist for three years, expressing his wish to meet her in person.
Overall, "Computer Luv" is a poignant song about the challenges and uncertainties that come with long-distance relationships in the digital age. It showcases Ravyn Lenae's lyrical prowess and vulnerability by depicting personal struggles and emotions in a relatable way.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm on the line right now
I'm currently on the phone with you
I need your time right now
I need your attention and focus on me at the moment
I can't sleep tight without Your lips on mine somehow
I struggle to get proper rest without physical intimacy with you
When will I meet you?
I'm curious as to when we will finally meet in person
I'm dyin' to see you
I'm eagerly awaiting the chance to see you
It's been a year now
It's already been a year since we first started communicating
My face dripping drown my feelings Into the smoke tanks
I'm overwhelmed with emotions and trying to escape them through substances
Will I catch real feelings for ya? Or could this be pointless?
I'm contemplating if my feelings towards you are genuine or merely a passing fancy
Don't care what nobody say
I'm not concerned with the opinions of others
Computer love is not smart
Having romantic feelings for someone online is not a practical idea
When will I meet you?
I'm still anxious to arrange a meeting
Don't fade away, my love
I don't want to lose your affection or presence in my life
One click away from you
We're only a virtual click away from communicating with each other
"Ah, hello Ravyn, I hope you get this message
I hope to see you soon
Um, it's really cold down here, in London, so
Umm, I've been following you for about three years
Now I really wanna see you, I hope your tour comes soon"
An audio message from a fan expressing their desire to meet her soon
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RAVYN LENAE, RAVYN WASHINGTON, STEVE LACY MOYA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nathanreynoso2019
[Verse 1]
I'm on the line right now
I need your time right now
I can't sleep tight without
Your lips on mine somehow
[Chorus: Ravyn Lenae & Steve Lacy]
When will I meet you
I'm down to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping, drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoided this
But what if this real
[Interlude: Ravyn Lenae]
I'm on the line right now
Is our time running out?
Into different worlds
Fly out, come hold me down
Chorus: Ravyn Lenae & Steve Lacy]
When will I meet you
I'm down to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoided this
But what if this real
[Verse 2: Ravyn Lenae]
Don't care what nobody say
A thousand miles in the way
You pick the time and the day
I got it, I got it
You knew it right from the start
Computer love is not smart
Don't lose it, don't break my heart
Don't break my heart
[Chorus: Ravyn Lenae & Steve Lacy]
When will I meet you
I'm down to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoided this
But what if this real
@ZangieDoes
lol i dont see no lyric comments here so here yall goo
:::Verse 1
I'm on the line right now
I need your time right now
I can't sleep tight without
Your lips on mine somehow
Chorus:
When will I meet you
I'm down to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping, drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoided this
But what if this real
I'm on the line right now
Is our time running out?
Into different worlds
Fly out, come hold me down
Chorus:
When will I meet you
I'm down to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoided this
But what if this real
Verse 2:
Don't care what nobody say
A thousand miles in the way
You pick the time and the day
I got it, I got it
You knew it right from the start
Computer love is not smart
Don't lose it, don't break my heart
Don't break my heart
Chorus
When will I meet you
I'm down to see you
I wanna see you right now
It's been a year now
I shed a tear down
My face dripping drown my feelings
Into the smoke tanks
I wonder what is next?
Will I catch real feelings for ya
Or could this be pointless
I should've avoided this
But what if this real
@jennyjones4099
Steve & Ravyn are like Tyler & kali uchis when they work together
@autotopsy6778
faxx
@taehyungoppa7208
Yesss this!!!
@3t4n4_
THIS IS SO TRUE
@monicamoreira2476
W comment
@valencia4378
ong
@jessicaalissa9092
I really thought Sticky was my fav song until I heard this magical shit.
@chiefsoso6178
yessssssss
@jesselleaguilera139
Hi hahahahah
@ZiporrahChapman
me tooo