Snoh Aalegra's career started at age 9 when she began writing songs in her bedroom. In 2001, Snoh signed an artist development deal with Sony Music Sweden where no music was released throughout this deal. In 2009 Snoh started releasing music under the mononym Sheri, later releasing her first album First Sign with Universal Music Sweden. Although physical copies of this album do still exist, Snoh's existence as Sheri has been wiped from the internet excluding the 2 singles leading up to the album's release, “Hit and Run” and “You Got Me Good”. Snoh signed with ARTium Recordings under producer No I.D. in 2013.
In July 2014 Snoh changed her name to Snoh Aalegra, later releasing her first EP There Will Be Sunshine in October of the same year. April 2016 Snoh releases her second EP Don’t Explain. In October 2016, Snoh released her debut album FEELS under her new name. Snoh describes FEELS as “cinematic soul” and this album is Snoh’s big break. Snoh's song “Time” was sampled in Drakes “Do Not Disturb” and Apple samples “Nothing Burns Like The Cold” in the commercials for the iPhone XS.
August 2019 Snoh releases her sophomore album -Ugh, Those Feels Again which peaked at number 3 on the Billboard R&B Album Sales chart, number 6 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart, and number 73 on the Billboard 200 chart. March 2020 Snoh signed a recording contract with Roc Nation/Universal Music Group in addition to her deal with ARTium Records. Snoh released her first single “Dying 4 Your Love” under the 2 labels in July of 2020.
July 9th, 2021 Snoh released her 3rd studio album under her new record deal, TEMPORARY HIGHS IN THE VIOLET SKIES. This album included 2 Tyler, the Creator features, and features leading singles D4YL and Lost You. The album peaked at number 16 on Billboards Top R&B/Hip-Hop albums.
In 2019 Snoh won a Skap Soulpris award and won the 2020 Soul Train Award for Best New Artist. 2021 Snoh won the IHeart Radio award for Best New R&B artist and was also nominated for IHeart R&B Artist of the Year.
Nothing Burns Like The Cold
Snoh Aalegra Lyrics
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Like we care about us?
Can we talk about love
Like we care about love?
You say let it breathe
But this pain in my heart can't let it be
If we both can't agree
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
Can we talk about us
Like we care about us?
Can we talk about love
Like we care about love?
We can't let it be
'Cause we live in a time of make-believe
We both can agree
That we're reachin' the point of
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
Good mornin', darlin'
I see you fallin'
In and out of love
Is it because you're cold and heartless?
Or is it our withdrawals?
Forgotten how to be a part of
That final scene in Casablanca
I guess the heart is like a time bomb
No white horse for you to ride on
Bygones be bygones
My God, you're beautiful
If it was two of you
Prolly break the first one's heart in two
But second time's a charm
I had a dream you locked your father's arm
And moseyed down the aisleway
I know you prolly had a wild day
So you should make your way to my place
And we can talk about the things you wanna talk about
You know, I know
You know, yeah you
You know, I know
You know
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
They say nothing burns like the cold
I get, get, get
Get, I get
The lyrics of Snoh Aalegra's "Nothing Burns Like The Cold" convey a sense of strain and unease in a relationship. The singer expresses a desire for open communication and a mutual consideration of their feelings. She questions the value of continuing the relationship if they cannot come to an agreement. The metaphor of "nothing burns like the cold" suggests that the emotional distance between them is as painful as extreme cold. The chorus repeats this phrase, emphasizing the intensity of their emotional distance.
Throughout the song, the lyrics touch on themes of disconnection and make-believe, hinting that the relationship may be built on illusions rather than true connection. The verses contain a monologue from the perspective of the singer's partner, who appears to acknowledge their flaws but still desires connection. In the end, the song poses more questions than it answers, leaving the listener with a sense of ambiguity and unease.
Overall, "Nothing Burns Like The Cold" is a powerful and introspective exploration of the fragility of relationships and the emotional pain that can result from a lack of genuine connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Can we talk about us
Can we discuss our relationship
Like we care about us?
Like we value our relationship
Can we talk about love
Can we discuss love
Like we care about love?
Like we appreciate the value of love
You say let it breathe
You suggest giving the relationship time
But this pain in my heart can't let it be
But my feelings won't allow me to wait
If we both can't agree
If we can't reach a mutual decision
Then tell me what is the point of
Then what is the purpose of staying together
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
Nothing hurts like indifference or a lack of emotional connection
We can't let it be
We can't ignore the problem
'Cause we live in a time of make-believe
Because we are ignoring reality
We both can agree
We both understand
That we're reachin' the point of
That our relationship is deteriorating
Good mornin', darlin'
Greetings, my beloved
I see you fallin'
I see you struggling with love
In and out of love
Going through various phases of love
Is it because you're cold and heartless?
Is it because you lack emotions and empathy?
Or is it our withdrawals?
Or is it because of our separation?
Forgotten how to be a part of
Forgot how to be involved in
That final scene in Casablanca
The last scene of the movie Casablanca, which features a heartbreaking goodbye
I guess the heart is like a time bomb
I suppose the heart is unpredictable and dangerous
No white horse for you to ride on
No knight in shining armor to save you
Bygones be bygones
Let's forget about the past and move on
My God, you're beautiful
You are stunning
If it was two of you
If there were two of you
Prolly break the first one's heart in two
You would likely break the heart of the first person
But second time's a charm
But it may work out the second time around
I had a dream you locked your father's arm
I dreamt you walked down the aisle with your father
And moseyed down the aisleway
And walked slowly down the aisle
I know you prolly had a wild day
I know you probably had a hectic day
So you should make your way to my place
You should come to my home
And we can talk about the things you wanna talk about
And we can discuss whatever is on your mind
You know, I know
We understand each other
You know, yeah you
You know what I'm talking about
Nothing burns like the cold (ay, ay)
Nothing hurts more than emotional disconnection
They say nothing burns like the cold
People say emotional disconnection is the most painful experience
I get, get, get
I understand
Get, I get
Yes, I understand
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Isaac Hayes, Kehinde James Hassan, Snoh Aalegra, Taiwo John Hassan, Vincent Staples
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@loganhowell5456
This is the kind of music that needs to be on the radio.
@MdvK13979
came here thru FG.Chic!
@haru_sen_______
This is just real.
@ricktyman4709
It was on the radio back in the 90s when Portishead released the song.
@acroshendo88
Daydream is what this reminds me of
@kristianjensen7611
@@ricktyman4709 and again when Tricky released Hell's around the corner feat. Portishead, and again im 2015 when Alessia Cara released Here.
@sofiaspanou776
For my portishead fans, this song just reminds me a mix of glory box and only you
@jxr215
dont tell that to the millennials or gen Z they think nothing cool existed before they came along.
@infg0753
I was never a fan but liked that song way back. Thanks for confirming it was Portishead
@antoniobuggs9381
Portishead fan from way back. Found this song randomly scrolling through Instagram. Stunning! ❤