Between 2007 and 2011, Tinashe was a member of the girl group the Stunners. Following their disbandment, she released the positively-reviewed self-recorded mixtapes In Case We Die (2012) and Reverie (2012). Following their success, Tinashe signed with RCA Records and released her third mixtape, Black Water (2013). Her debut single, "2 On" (featuring Schoolboy Q; produced by Mustard), reached number one on the Rhythmic airplay chart, and peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100.[4] Her debut studio album, Aquarius (2014), was noted by music critics as one of the most "solid" debuts by a new female artist in years. The album garnered her nominations for Soul Train and BET Awards.[5] Her collaboration with Snakehips and Chance the Rapper, "All My Friends", won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Song in 2016.[6] The same year, Tinashe appeared on Britney Spears' single "Slumber Party", which topped Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart. Tinashe's second studio album, Nightride (2016), reached number eight on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart in the US. Joyride (2018), her third studio album, peaked at number 58 on the Billboard 200 chart and reached number six on the UK R&B Albums chart. After departing RCA, Tinashe independently released the albums Songs for You (2019), 333 (2021) and BB/Ang3l (2023).
Ooh La La
Tinashe Lyrics
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Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
I need love, you need yours
Ooh don't forget, lose your chance if you play me to the left (to the left)
Roll up, gon' catch that fight (roll it)
Top floor, we ain't tryna go down (nope)
If you like it go down (hey, what?)
If you want me say it soon (say it soon)
Like my favourite little song (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You gon' keep me singing all night
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
You know you belong right here (Ooh la la la la la la)
You know you belong right here inside my arms (Ooh la la la la la la)
(Ay, ay, ay)
So good he gonna wake up sayin' he love me (say I love ya)
Too many times he never felt a heartbeat
Pass pass pass pass on the feelings (pass)
Matter of fact, put 'em in a bag
Keep you and me on the beat, let's ride out
Ain't love, but I need you right now
Keep you and me on the beat, let's ride out
Ain't love but I need you right now
If you like it go down (ooh oh)
If you want me say it soon (say it soon)
Like my favorite little song (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You gon' keep me singing all night (keep me singing)
Ooh la la la la la la (la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la (la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la
You know you belong right here (Ooh la la la la la la)
You know you belong right here inside my arms (Ooh la la la la la la)
Right here
Ooh la la, ooh la la, yeah
Ooh la la, ooh la la ooh
Don't turn me down, go louder
Hitting notes, 'bout to think I'm in the opera
Need for speed so we coming full throttle
And if he ask I'ma let him go harder
Don't turn me down, go louder
Hitting notes, 'bout to think I'm in the opera
Need for speed so we coming full throttle
And if he ask I'ma let him go harder
You know you belong right here (Ooh la la la la la la)
You know you belong right here inside my arms (Ooh la la la la la la, ooh la la la la la la)
You know you belong right here
You know you belong right here inside my arms
The song "Ooh La La" by Tinashe and G-Eazy is about a casual romantic relationship between two people who enjoy each other's company and physical touch. The song has a playful and flirtatious tone, with both artists expressing their desire for the other person. The chorus repeats "Ooh La La La" as a way of emphasizing the excitement and pleasure of being with someone that they enjoy.
The lines "I need love, you need yours" suggest that both artists are content with a physical relationship and not necessarily looking for a deeper emotional connection. The lyrics "If you like it go down / If you want me say it soon / Like my favorite little song / You gon' keep me singing all night" further emphasize the importance of physical intimacy in their relationship.
However, there are hints that this relationship may not last. The line "I might go ghost" suggests that Tinashe may disappear or end things abruptly, and the warning "lose your chance if you play me to the left" implies that she won't tolerate being treated poorly.
Overall, "Ooh La La" is a fun and upbeat song about two people enjoying a physical relationship without any expectations for something more.
Line by Line Meaning
You know you belong right here inside my arms
I want you to stay with me and feel safe and loved in my embrace.
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
I am excited and passionate about this moment with you, and want to express it with a sultry sound.
I need love, you need yours
I am looking for love and connection, but I respect that you have your own needs and wants.
I don't fall hard, I might go ghost
I am careful with my heart and emotions, and may disappear if I feel they are in danger.
Ooh don't forget, lose your chance if you play me to the left (to the left)
I am warning you not to take advantage of my trust, or you may lose the opportunity to be with me.
Roll up, gon' catch that fight (roll it)
We are ready to party and enjoy ourselves, and may even get into a little mischief.
Top floor, we ain't tryna go down (nope)
We are living our lives to the fullest and don't want to come back down to reality anytime soon.
If you like it go down (hey, what?)
I want to please you and satisfy your needs, both physically and emotionally.
If you want me say it soon (say it soon)
I am looking for honesty and communication, and want you to let me know your true intentions and feelings.
Like my favourite little song (yeah, yeah, yeah)
We are sharing a special moment and a connection that feels as good as listening to our favourite music.
You gon' keep me singing all night
I am enjoying our time together so much that I want it to last forever, and I feel happy and content.
So good he gonna wake up sayin' he love me (say I love ya)
Our connection is so strong and meaningful that he won't be able to help but express his love and affection for me.
Too many times he never felt a heartbeat
He has been through many relationships that didn't have true love or emotional connection, and it left him feeling empty.
Pass pass pass pass on the feelings (pass)
He has been avoiding his feelings and suppressing them, but he may no longer be able to hide them.
Matter of fact, put 'em in a bag
He is trying to get rid of his emotions like they are garbage, but they are actually valuable and meaningful.
Keep you and me on the beat, let's ride out
We are in sync and connected, and will keep the momentum and energy going as we continue to enjoy our time together.
Ain't love, but I need you right now
We may not be in love yet, but we are still enjoying each other's company and are fulfilling each other's needs.
Don't turn me down, go louder
I want him to be confident and expressive in his affection and desire for me.
Hitting notes, 'bout to think I'm in the opera
Our passion and energy are so high that it feels like we are performing a grand operatic duet.
Need for speed so we coming full throttle
We are moving quickly and with great intensity, fueled by our desire and attraction for each other.
And if he ask I'ma let him go harder
I am encouraging him to continue to express himself fully and passionately, and I will reciprocate with equal enthusiasm.
Right here
We are in this moment together and nowhere else, and it feels perfect and special.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Klenord Klenord, Anthony G White, Jocelyn Donald, Tinashe Kachingw, Brittany Coney, Denisa Andrews
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LYRICS [Intro]
You know you belong right here inside my arms
[Chorus]
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
[Verse 1]
I need love, you need yours
I don't fall hard, I might go ghost
Ooh don't forget, lose your chance if you play me to the left (to the left)
Roll up, gon' catch that flight (roll it)
Top floor, we ain't tryna go down (nope)
[Pre-Chorus]
If you like it, go down (hey, what?)
If you want me, say it soon (say it soon)
Like my favorite little song (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You gon' keep me singing all night
[Chorus]
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la
You know you belong right here (Ooh la la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la
You know you belong right here inside my arms (Ooh la la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la (ay, ay, ay)
[Verse 2]
So good he gon' wake up sayin' he love me (say I love ya)
Too many times he never felt a heartbeat
Pass, pass, pass, pass on the feelings (pass)
Matter of fact, put 'em in a bag
Keep you at knee, I'm a fearless rider
Ain't love but I need you right now
Keep you at knee, I'm a fearless rider
Ain't love but I need you right now
[Pre-Chorus]
If you like it, go down (hey, what?)
If you want me, say it soon (say it soon)
Like my favorite little song (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You gon' keep me singing all night (keep me singing)
[Chorus]
Ooh la la la la la la (la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la
Ooh la la la la la la (la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la
You know you belong right here (Ooh la la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la
You know you belong right here inside my arms (Ooh la la la la la la)
Ooh la la la la la la (right here
Bridge]
Ooh la la, ooh la la, yeah
Ooh la la, ooh la la
Don't turn me down, go louder
Hitting notes, 'bout to think I'm in the opera
Need for speed so we coming full throttle
And if he ask I'ma let him go harder
Don't turn me down, go louder
Hitting notes, 'bout to think I'm in the opera
Need for speed so we coming full throttle
And if he ask I'ma let him go harder
[Outro]
You know you belong right here (Ooh la la la la la la)
You know you belong right here inside my arms (Ooh la la la la la la, ooh la la la la la la)
You know you belong right here
You know you belong right here inside my arms.
@treatyoselfa1
This song never gets old, always a mood
@dre7020
Her music never disappoints 🙄❤️🥺
@lellow9090
Maybe she ain't got an smash hit, but she has the strongest discography ever.
@thedeepdarkwebb
Hands down my favorite off the album. Been on repeat all morning!
@leomcalary7320
THE ENERGY IS SMOOTH🔥🔥🔥 I always go crazy Tinashe always got it going on💯
@senchavert7475
I’ve had this on repeat since it came out
@tatianaw7763
This shouldve been the second single, because it brings back the old feelings of those bomb ass songs w a good melody on top of that (with help of her dope voice). I love the speed of the song by its self, but i guess to make it appealing to others speeding it by a tiny bit would make it a lil better for the radio plays.
@user-nq5ft1cb9s
Tinashe is the new legend and was always meant to be. RCA will never get its way. Tinashe won. She is now the future of music.
@alissajordan31
The album is actually really really amazingggg and I highly appreciate it 😍
@W3Slots
I think this is probably my favorite song of hers. That beat 🔥