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.
Confidence
Raye Lyrics
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Oh, baby boy needs
Red baby, sunshine, sunshine, yeah
Usually it's cold in the England
So I think I'll fly somewhere different
Usually I work on the weekend
African boy, where are you at though?
Need someone so bad I can take 'em
One night ting is not what I came for, no no
I wanna hit the town
Now I'm movin' through the race line, waistline
Pull me on you
Now, clearly you don't waste time, want mine
Not shy, are you?
Move confidence
Need a brother who move confident
Need a fella who do what he want
Got me feelin' all ooh
Dun-da-da-da
Seen a fella who knows what I want
Need a brother who move confident
Who's got me feelin' all ooh
Honestly, I know that we just met
But I think there's somethin' I'm likin'
The way that you look in my eyes
Like no way I can tell you no, I say, "Yes"
I don't know how quickly we'll take this
But whatever happens, I'm in this, I'm in this
Begin this, ay you can't see it's 'cause your window's tinted
Now I'm movin' through the race line, waistline
Pull me on you
Now, clearly you don't waste time, want mine
Not shy, are you?
Move confidence
Need a brother who move confident
Need a fella who do what he want
Got me feelin' all ooh
Dun-da-da-da
Seen a fella who knows what I want
Need a brother who move confident
Who's got me feelin' all ooh
Oh, you need a brother like me, babe
Spend money, I don't feel it
Fly around the world with a G, babe
Or slick talk got your in your feelings
The way I feel I can't deny
Got me workin' overtime
I lose it when you bust a rhyme
We foreplay then press rewind
I got you movin' to the waist line, waist line
Turn me on, babe
We be goin' to the late night, late night
Put me on you
Move confidence
Need a brother who move confident
Need a fella who do what he want
Got me feelin' all ooh
Dun-da-da-da
Seen a fella who knows what I want
Need a brother who move confident
Who's got me feelin' all ooh
The song "Confidence" by Raye is about a woman who is looking for a man who is confident and knows what he wants. She starts by expressing her desire to leave the cold weather of England and go somewhere different. She then mentions that she needs someone and wants to hit the town. She emphasizes that she needs a man who is confident and knows what he wants, stating that he should move confidently and do what he wants. She also mentions that she likes the way he looks at her and she cannot say no to him.
In the chorus, Raye repeats the same line that she is looking for someone who moves confidently and does what he wants. She says that he makes her feel good and that she has seen someone who knows what she wants. The bridge of the song talks about how the man makes her feel and how they are going to have a good time together. Raye suggests that he is the type of guy she needs because he can make her feel confident and empowered.
Overall, the song "Confidence" by Raye is a celebration of confident men who know what they want and go for it. It is a song that empowers women and encourages them to go after what they want. Raye's message is clear: don't settle for anything less than what you deserve.
Line by Line Meaning
Usually it's cold in the England
The weather here is usually gloomy and dull and I want to go somewhere exciting instead.
So I think I'll fly somewhere different
I want to explore new places and have an adventure.
Usually I work on the weekend
I don't have a lot of free time, but today I'm free and I want to make the most of it.
But I'm free, so I'm goin' out
Since I have some time off, I want to enjoy myself and have some fun.
African boy, where are you at though?
I'm looking for a confident man who can keep up with my energy and passion.
Need someone so bad I can take 'em
I want to find someone who is willing to let me take charge and show them a good time.
One night ting is not what I came for, no no
I'm not interested in just a one-night stand, I want something more meaningful and lasting.
I wanna hit the town
I want to go out and experience everything the city has to offer.
Now I'm movin' through the race line, waistline
I'm feeling confident and sexy as I move through the crowd and dance.
Pull me on you
I want a man to take control and pull me in closer to him.
Now, clearly you don't waste time, want mine
I can tell that you're interested and not afraid to take charge, and I like that about you.
Not shy, are you?
I appreciate your boldness and confidence in pursuing me.
Move confidence
I'm looking for a man who exudes confidence and isn't afraid to go after what he wants.
Need a brother who move confident
I want a man who is confident in his actions and isn't afraid to take the lead.
Need a fella who do what he want
I want someone who makes their own decisions and isn't afraid to take risks.
Got me feelin' all ooh
Your confidence and assertiveness is turning me on.
Seen a fella who knows what I want
I can tell that you understand my desires and are willing to fulfill them.
Oh, you need a brother like me, babe
I have the confidence and swag you're looking for in a man.
Spend money, I don't feel it
I'm not afraid to spend money on experiences and adventures with you.
Fly around the world with a G, babe
I'm willing to go above and beyond to make you happy and show you the world.
Or slick talk got your in your feelings
My smooth talking has you feeling some type of way and I like it.
The way I feel I can't deny
I'm really feeling a strong connection with you.
Got me workin' overtime
I'm willing to put in the effort to make this relationship work.
We foreplay then press rewind
We have a great physical connection and I can't get enough.
Turn me on, babe
Your confidence and passion is a major turn on for me.
We be goin' to the late night, late night
We can't get enough of each other and want to spend as much time together as possible.
Put me on you
I want to be close to you and feel your confidence and strength.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Rachel Agatha Keen, Maleek Shoyebi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mmouiy9868
Usually it's cold in the England
So I think I'll fly somewhere different
Usually I work on the weekend
But I'm free, so I'm goin' out
African boy, where are you at though?
Need someone so bad I can take 'em
One night ting is not what I came for, no no
I wanna hit the town
Now I'm movin' to the waist line, waist line
Pull me on you
Now, clearly you don't waste time, want mine
Not shy, are you?
Move confidence
Need a brother who move confident
Need a fella who do what he want
Got me feelin' all ooh
Dun-da-da-da
Seen a fella who knows what ta gwan
Need a brother who move confident
Who's got me feelin' all ooh
Honestly, I know that we just met
But I think there's somethin' I'm likin'
The way that you look in my eyes
Like no way I can tell you no, I say, "Yes"
I don't know how quickly we'll take this
But whatever happens, I'm in this, I'm in this
Begin this, [?] you can't see 'cause your window's tinted
Now I'm movin' to the waist line, waist line
Pull me on you
Now, clearly you don't waste time, want mine
Not shy, are you?
Move confidence
Need a brother who move confident
Need a fella who do what he want
Got me feelin' all ooh
Dun-da-da-da
Seen a fella who knows what ta gwan
Need a brother who move confident
Who's got me feelin' all ooh
[Maleek Berry:]
Oh, you need a brother like me, babe
Spend money, I don't feel it
Fly around the world with a G, babe
Or slick talk got your in your feelings
The way I feel I can't deny
Got me workin' overtime
I lose it when you bust a wine
We foreplay then press rewind
I got you movin' to the waist line, waist line
Turn me on, babe
We be goin' to the late night, late night
Put me on you
@amanixx8059
When ur home alone infront of a mirror and ur tune comes on
@dionnaperry500
Dead me
@chloemay5392
Too relatable
@cmm7238
HAHAHAHA ME AFF!
@aliyahosman1774
that is so me!!!!!
@xxxx-be3wz
if my room was actually tidy yeah
@NLHero
I like that she ain't a fully trained dancer but still gives 100 and brings a vibe
@Mmmulaaan
NLHero trust me she’s fully trained. The concept is she’s just practicing. You can’t know those moves and hit it at the right time without being trained
@crystalgarza1675
I beg to differ Patrice. Idk if she is trained or not but its def possible to hit moves good without training. Some people just have a natural groove ya know. A natural rhythm
@jabrown1978
Nah she's definitely trained. Her musicality is on point, but it's not just that, her lines, the cleanliness of her movement, posture etc etc etc. Is she a pro-trained tour/video dancer of this style? Maybe not, but she's definitely had at least a fair to good amount of training.