Bet
Tinashe feat. Dev Hynes Lyrics


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Sky's on, fire
Lightening
The stars come
You know I, tried to
Tell you
Attempted to warn you
And we've been praying for the rain
It's been months now
Since you came here to California
I'll be here to hold ya

Bet on it
Pay no mind to what the doubters all say
I'mma be around for ever, always
You can bet on it

Sky's on, fire
Lightening
The stars come
And you know I
Tried to, tell ya
Attempted to warn you
And we've been praying, anticipating
Been a long time coming for the road that we had to follow
I'll be here tomorrow

Bet on it
Pay no mind to what the doubters all say
I'mma be around for ever, always
You can bet on it

Fire
Yeah whisper in the wind
Slippin' on the back of your neck
Something 'bout to happen here
And you're gonna wanna witness it for sure
When you're sick of all the best
Comparisons will only set to be besides your call




Nothing more, nothing less
Ain't no stopping what is written by the cosmic call

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of Tinashe's 'Bet' refer to a significant change that has come or is imminent. With the sky on fire and lightning, the unyielding forces of nature herald an event that's beyond our control. The warning that has been issued all along from the persona comes to fruition, but this impending event is one to look forward to. The mood of the song is one of excited anticipation. In the following lines, we get the feeling that the persona has advised someone against going down a particular path in the past. Maybe they warned them about the harsh consequences of moving to California. Nonetheless, we get the impression that the person is still around, and the persona promises to be there to support them.
The song's refrain encourages the person to bet on the relationship with the persona, implying it's going to stand the test of time. No matter what the doubters say, the persona will always be there to support the person. Whether romantic or platonic, the two parties' bond is strong enough to weather any storm coming their way.


In summary, 'Bet' is a song about a person warning the other of an event that would change their life. The persona has advised against a particular path in the past, but the person went on with it, moving to California. The impending event warns that another significant life-changing event is coming. Amidst all these changes, the persona promises to be by that person's side, and they can always count on them. The refrain urges the person to bet on the relationship with the persona, which would stand the test of time, no matter what the doubters say.


Line by Line Meaning

Sky's on, fire
The sky is on fire, indicating an incoming storm


Lightening
There is lightning, adding to the stormy atmosphere


The stars come
Even though it's dark, the stars can still be seen shining bright


You know I, tried to
The artist attempted to do something


Tell you
The artist tried to warn or inform someone


Attempted to warn you
The singer made an effort to caution someone about something


And we've been praying for the rain
They have been wishing for a refreshing rainfall for a while now


It's been months now
The time period since the person arrived in California has been a few months


Since you came here to California
Refers to the time when the person they are addressing arrived in California


I'll be here to hold ya
The artist will be there to support and comfort the person they are addressing


Bet on it
You can trust or rely on it


Pay no mind to what the doubters all say
Ignore what the skeptics say and believe in yourself


I'mma be around for ever, always
The singer will always be there in some way or form


Sky's on, fire
The sky is still on fire, emphasizing the incoming storm


And you know I
Reinforcement of the fact that the person they are addressing knows this


Attempted to warn you
The artist made an effort to caution someone about something


And we've been praying, anticipating
They have been wishing and expecting for something to happen


Been a long time coming for the road that we had to follow
The path they have taken thus far has been a long and difficult one


I'll be here tomorrow
The singer will still be there the next day, indicating their reliability


Fire
Repeating the opening image of the sky being on fire, emphasizing the intense atmosphere


Yeah whisper in the wind
An eerie and mysterious sound carried by the wind


Slippin' on the back of your neck
Something that sends shivers down your spine


Something 'bout to happen here
There is a sense of inevitability about what is to come


And you're gonna wanna witness it for sure
This event is significant and worth seeing


When you're sick of all the best
When you're tired of the usual or expected things


Comparisons will only set to be besides your call
Comparing things will not help you make a decision or choose what's best for you


Nothing more, nothing less
There are no other options or alternatives, this is it


Ain't no stopping what is written by the cosmic call
What is meant to happen will happen, it is out of human control




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Tinashe Kachingwe, Dacoury Natche, Michael Tucker

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@LauraStar127

Lyrics
Sky's on, fire
Lightening
The stars come
You know I, tried to
Tell you
Attempted to warn you
And we've been praying for the rain
It's been months now
Since you came here to California
I'll be here to hold ya
Bet on it
Pay no mind to what the doubters all say
I'mma be around for ever, always
You can bet on it
Sky's on, fire
Lightening
The stars come
And you know I
Tried to, tell ya
Attempted to warn you
And we've been praying, anticipating
Been a long time coming for the road that we had to follow
I'll be here tomorrow
Bet on it
Pay no mind to what the doubters all say
I'mma be around for ever, always
You can bet on it
Fire
Yeah whisper in the wind
Slippin' on the back of your neck
Something 'bout to happen here
And you're gonna wanna witness it for sure
When you're sick of all the best
Comparisons will only set to be besides your call
Nothing more, nothing less
Ain't no stopping what is written by the cosmic call



All comments from YouTube:

@VeeesFlaws

This song sounds like it was made under water. Her music is sooo calming, I love the vibe.

@sexyma12345678910

absolute best description of this song period. Immediately realised how right you are. Like mermaids would listen to this if they listened to music

@Kigoz4Life

+Het Heru lol nigga plz

@sexyma12345678910

Kigoz4Life watch ya mouth

@anonymouse7773

Yeah! The best part is how she contrasts btw the dry storms and fires in California, and she brings up how it hasn't rained in months-really captures the hellscape of California summer, but her voice and assurance and tone of the music almost adds this healing, water-like quality to the atmosphere, as if she's the rain that promises to arrive and make things better.

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@jadyngeorge

It's a shame people really don't understand just how good T is.💖

@dazzleladyify

right!!!

@benjaminjennings8514

Right, this is a great track...Tinashe kills...love her

@dwolf6254

She could write for so many artists, her creativity pours.

@haddijatoujobe9422

ISTG , it's sad

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