The laid-back energy of her lo-fi sound is a reflection of her personality - unique and nostalgic. Currently living in Los Angeles, UMI continues to create genre-bending music that captivates and inspires listeners.
“I hope that the relatability of my lyrics can be comforting to people who realize their worries and problems are universal. I want them to know that they’re not alone.”
whatever u like
UMI Lyrics
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Know you want a girl who ain't probably afraid to cry, no
Don't know why I hide, I'm afraid of the sweet life
Know I got a habit of assuming you the bad guy, uh
I'm sorry, I'm sorry
I didn't mean to crash
Your pity party, your partyEmotions get the best of me
Big-hearted, bit guarded
Still dancing with your energy
Behold your soul
You know you got the best of me
Baby, you've given me light
You get whatever you like
I wanna hold you tight
No need to put up a fight
And when you're rollin' high
I wanna be by your side
I wanna love you right
Say we can get it tonight
I give you my all
I shouldn't give you a hard time
I thought I put up a wall
But still you leavin' me tongue-tied, oh
I shouldn't be the reason you stand in the cold air
Didn't have a reason of leavin' you over there
I really love you dearly, it's making me scared (yeah)
I really need you with me, see my heart on my sleeve I wear
I didn't mean to crash
Your pity party (party), your party (party)
Emotions get the best of me
Big-hearted (big-hearted), bit guarded (bit guarded)
Still dancing with your energy
Behold (behold) your soul (soul)
You know you got the best of me
Baby, you've given me light
You get whatever you like
I wanna hold you tight
No need to put up a fight (you don't, you don't need to)
And when you're rollin' high (high)
I wanna be by your side
I wanna love you right
Say we can get it tonight (say we can get it, oh)
And when you're rollin' high
I wanna be by your side
I wanna love you right
Say we can get it tonight
And when you're rollin' high
I wanna be by your side
I wanna love you right
Say we can get it tonight (now, baby)
And when you're rollin' high (when you're rollin' high)
I wanna be by your side (wanna be by your side)
I wanna love you right (I wanna love you, wanna love you)
Say we can get it tonight
We can get it tonight, we can get it tonight
UMI's song "whatever u like" explores the complexities of love and the vulnerability that comes with opening oneself up to another person. The lyrics reveal a sense of fear and hesitation in the singer's approach to love, as they describe holding their defenses up high and being afraid of the "sweet life." This fear stems from a habit of assuming that the other person is the "bad guy," reflecting a past hurt or disappointment that has influenced their perception of relationships.
The chorus expresses a longing for connection and a willingness to give love a chance. The singer apologizes for unintentionally disrupting the other person's emotional state and admits to being big-hearted yet guarded. Despite these reservations, they are still drawn to the energy and presence of the other person, acknowledging that they have gotten the best of them.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's internal conflict. They admit to putting up walls, but the other person still manages to leave them speechless. The fear of being the reason for the other person's discomfort is highlighted, emphasizing the singer's desire to nurture the relationship and keep their loved one close. They express their love and need for the other person, wearing their heart on their sleeve.
Overall, "whatever u like" captures the push and pull of emotions in a relationship, recognizing the challenges of vulnerability while also yearning for love and connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Holding my defenses up way sky high
I am keeping my guard up and protecting myself very strongly.
Know you want a girl who ain't probably afraid to cry, no
I understand that you desire a girl who is not afraid to show vulnerability and express her emotions.
Don't know why I hide, I'm afraid of the sweet life
I don't understand why I conceal my feelings, but I am scared of fully embracing a joyful and fulfilling life.
Know I got a habit of assuming you the bad guy, uh
I have a tendency to always think that you are the one at fault.
I'm sorry, I'm sorry
I apologize, I apologize.
I didn't mean to crash
I didn't intend to disrupt or cause chaos.
Your pity party, your party
Your self-indulgent expression of sadness or grievances, your gathering.
Emotions get the best of me
My feelings overpower me and affect my actions negatively.
Big-hearted, bit guarded
I have a generous and kind nature, but I am also somewhat reserved and cautious.
Still dancing with your energy
I am still engaged and connected with your vibrant and powerful presence.
Behold your soul
Observe and witness the essence of your being.
You know you got the best of me
You are aware that you have gained my complete affection and devotion.
Baby, you've given me light
Darling, you have brought brightness and joy into my life.
You get whatever you like
You can have anything and everything you desire.
I wanna hold you tight
I long to embrace you tightly.
No need to put up a fight
There is no reason to resist or oppose.
And when you're rollin' high
When you are experiencing success and happiness.
I wanna be by your side
I desire to be with you and support you during those moments.
Say we can get it tonight
Let's agree that we can achieve our desires this evening.
I give you my all
I offer you my complete dedication and commitment.
I shouldn't give you a hard time
I should not make things difficult or challenging for you.
I thought I put up a wall
I believed that I had built a barrier to protect myself.
But still you leavin' me tongue-tied, oh
Yet, you still manage to leave me speechless and at a loss for words.
I shouldn't be the reason you stand in the cold air
I should not be the cause of you standing in the freezing atmosphere.
Didn't have a reason of leavin' you over there
I had no valid justification for abandoning you in that situation.
I really love you dearly, it's making me scared (yeah)
I genuinely have deep love for you, and it is causing me fear and anxiety.
I really need you with me, see my heart on my sleeve I wear
I truly require your presence by my side, see how openly and vulnerably I display my emotions.
We can get it tonight
We have the opportunity to obtain what we desire this evening.
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Danny Parra, Theo Hoarau, Tierra Umi Wilson, Veronica Vera
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Verse 1]
Holding my defenses up way sky high
Know you want a girl who ain't probably afraid to cry, no
Don't know why I hide, I'm afraid of the sweet life
Know I got a habit of assuming you're the bad guy, oh
[Pre-Chorus]
I'm sorry, I'm sorry
I didn't mean to crash your pity party, your party
Emotions get the best of me
Big-hearted, bit guarded
Still dancing with your energy
Behold your soul so
You know you got the best of me
[Chorus]
Baby, you're giving me light
You get whatever you like
I wanna hold you tight
No need to put up a fight
And when you're rollin' high
I wanna be by your side
I wanna love you right
Say we can get it tonight
Verse 2]
I gave you my all
I shouldn't give you a hard time
I thought I put up a wall
But still you're leaving me, tongue-tied
Oh-oh
I shouldn't be the reason you stand in the cold air
Didn't have a reason to leavin' you over there
I really love you dearly, it's making scared
I really need you with me, see my heart on my sleeve, I wear
[Pre-Chorus]
I'm sorry, I'm sorry
I didn't mean to crash your pity party, your party
Emotions get the best of me
Big-hearted, bit guarded
Still dancing with your energy
Behold your soul so
You know you got the best of me
Chorus]
Baby, you're giving me light
You get whatever you like
I wanna hold you tight
No need to put up a fight (No need, no need)
And when you're rollin' high (Rollin' high)
I wanna be by your side
I wanna love you right
Say we can get it tonight (Get it, get it, woah)
@WHOISUMI
how does your inner child like to play? 💗🧚🏽
stream whatever u like here:
https://umi.lnk.to/WYL
@JohnDeDominicano
This song makes me want to get up at 5 in the morning and drive far away and race the sun as it comes up while letting the misty summer wind blow against my face
@hopetrnr0
Let's go
@andrewphiri2082
The first time ever that i felt like copying a YouTube comment so i could use it on s song i would vibe like that 💯
@PrettyOmnificent333
I feel you🌻🌈
@rehanac
I see that you have lots of friends, cause you go to church and play the organ, you make them happy. I gotta go, and you know that you mean a lot to me. I will chat late tonight, so please go and ask God to help both of us to do the right thing, once again I will have to go and pray, as Muslim we pray 5 times a day and we also keep our mouths wet with the remembers of God, l care for you so don’t do anything wrong ok. I will play my favorite song for you.
@kamalneupane9643
Gxx
@aaa...4463
this song sounds like what a good friendship feels like
@WHOISUMI
exactly <3
@ehnlqg
THIS IS A MASTERPICE, YOU NEVER FAIL, DEAR UMI. I'M TOTATLLY AT PEACE LISTENING TO IT. YOUR SONGS BRING THE BEST IN ME AT MY HARD TIMES. THANKS FOR CREATING MUSIC THAT SPEAKS TO THE HEART. THANKS FOR SIMPLY EXISTING. MUCH LOVE FROM BRAZIL! 💙🦋🇧🇷