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.
The Night Song
Ravyn Lenae Lyrics
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We gon' do it like this
Uh, just rock with me now
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
People like to stay
I don't really care what you think
Oo, I like my hair today
I look to the clouds, and they waving, "Hey"
I wanna be no one but me
I give a thang 'bout what you say or think
I wanna be no one but me
And all I really need is my own company
Here's my
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Ooh, your body to the groove
You know just what to do
Ooh, your body like the snow
You gonna get to lose
Been a while and I'm really feelin' ok
Been a while and I'm feelin' pretty
Ain't ya seen me coming around and jumping
Ooh, ooh, ooh
I wanna be no one but me (no one, no one, no one)
I don't give a thang 'bout what you say or think
Don't wanna be nobody
Ooh I love my body
Tellin' everybody
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
The lyrics to Ravyn Lenae's song "The Night Song" celebrate self-confidence, individuality, and enjoying life. The song begins with the singer expressing her confidence and excitement for the night ahead. She feels good about herself, with her hair styled and edges neat, ready to have a great time at the party. The repetition of "feeling polite" suggests that she is not only feeling good but also displaying a respectful and positive attitude towards others.
In the second verse, Ravyn Lenae asserts her independence and self-acceptance. She proclaims that she doesn't care about others' opinions or judgments. She finds solace in her own company and doesn't want to be anyone else but herself. The line "I look to the clouds, and they waving, 'Hey'" symbolizes finding support and affirmation from nature, emphasizing that she is content with who she is.
The chorus repeats the theme of enjoying the night and feeling good about oneself. It's a celebration of freedom, self-love, and self-expression. The lyrics emphasize the importance of embracing one's own body and not seeking validation from others. The lines "Your body to the groove / You know just what to do" encourage listeners to let go, dance, and embrace their own unique movements. The song ends with a declaration that the singer doesn't want to be like anyone else; she loves her body and wants to share her confidence with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Hair down, feeling alright
I'm feeling confident and relaxed
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
My appearance is flawless, and I'm ready to have a good time
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
I'm in a positive and respectful mood
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
We will be dancing and having fun throughout the entire night
People like to stay
Some people prefer to stick with what they know
I don't really care what you think
I'm not concerned with your opinion
Oo, I like my hair today
I am particularly happy with my hair today
I look to the clouds, and they waving, 'Hey'
When I gaze at the sky, it seems to acknowledge me
I wanna be no one but me
I don't want to be anyone other than myself
I give a thang 'bout what you say or think
I don't care about your opinions or judgments
And all I really need is my own company
I find solace and fulfillment in being alone
Ooh, your body to the groove
You move your body in sync with the music
You know just what to do
You are familiar with how to enjoy yourself
Ooh, your body like the snow
Your body moves gracefully, reminiscent of snow
You gonna get to lose
You will let go and allow yourself to have fun
Been a while and I'm really feelin' ok
It has been some time, but now I am genuinely content
Been a while and I'm feelin' pretty
It's been some time, but now I feel attractive
Ain't ya seen me coming around and jumping
Haven't you noticed me being lively and excited
I wanna be no one but me (no one, no one, no one)
I desire to embrace and be true to my individuality
Don't wanna be nobody
I don't want to conform or be like anyone else
Ooh I love my body
I have a strong appreciation for my physical self
Tellin' everybody
I proudly share this sentiment with others
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: RAVYN LENAE, RAVYN WASHINGTON, STEVE LACY MOYA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kaileigh Oberhugh
I love the people that say we force it on them 😂😂😂 we dont give enough if a f* to even think about you people let alone take the time to force anything on your weak ass.
If someone simply just existing or being represented or has a voice makes you feel like they’re forcing themselves on you, thats sad. They’re not forcing anything on you, maybe you’re just a weak minded ignorant bigot ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Not only that, but didnt YOU click on the video to watch it? 🤔 50 million+ music videos that don’t show anything lgbt yet you chose one of the few to click on and cry about them forcing it on you?
I swear you people dont even realize how stupid you sound. Thats why Naomi is prettier than you and is rolling in millions and you’re crying in the youtube comment section 😢 womp womp wooooommp
Gabrielle Leese
Uh-huh yeah
We gon' do it like this
Uh, just rock with me now
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
People like to stare
I don't really care what you think
Oo, I like my hair today
I look to the clouds, and they waving hey
I wanna be no one but me
I'on give a damn 'bout what you say or think
I wanna be no one but me
And all I really need is my own company
Here's my
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Ooh, your body to the groove
You know just what to do
Ooh, your body like the snow
You gonna get to lose
Been a while and I'm really feelin' ok
Been a while and I'm feelin' pretty
Ain't ya seen me coming around and jumping
Ooh, ooh, ooh
I wanna be no one but me (no one, no one, no one)
I'on give a damn 'bout what you say or think
Don't wanna be nobody
Ooh I love my body
Tellin' everybody
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Hair down, feeling alright
Got my edges on tight, it's a party tonight
Feeling good, yeah I'm feeling polite
And we're movin' all night, all night, all night
Jazmine
YES. IM HERE FOR THIS. IN LIKE 20 YEARS IMMA PLAY THIS IN THE MORNING TO LET MY KIDS KNOW ITS CLEANIN DAY.
Alanna Rose
YOPYOP !!!
Julian Bluefeather
I’m white I don’t understand!!
Vane Rodriguez
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Rant All About It
Yesssssssss.....imma have the Fabuloso, Pinesol, Windex, the bleach and the broom on deck.
Chai Lani
I love how this just universal in brown households😂😂😂
Kiana W.
I need a Rayvn Lanae & Kali Uchis collab!!!
Victoria Martin
Yeesssss
amena bhuiyan
omg my dream
sʏx
@Jackson Kehoe waat which