2. Willa Vincitore (formerly Willa McCarthy) is a soul and R&B artist from New York, United States. She released her debut solo album, Better Days in January of 2017.
Stay the Night
WILLA Lyrics
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I've got secrets and candlelight
You could tell me your secrets too
I could light them on fire for you
So they'll be free to die
So they could run away with mine
Do you want to look for ghosts?
In the attic where no one goes
Show us just what it's like to die
And we'll be free to fly
Away into the night
In WILLA's song Stay The Night, the artist invites someone to come spend the night with her, enticing the person with the prospect of sharing secrets and lighting them on fire. The presence of candlelight suggests a cozy and intimate setting, and the offer to share secrets creates a sense of trust and vulnerability between the two people. However, the lyrics take a darker turn when the artist suggests looking for ghosts in the attic. This imagery creates a sense of mystery and danger, and the idea of "ghosts" showing them "the other side" implies the possibility of crossing over into the afterlife.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you want to stay the night?
Are you interested in spending the night with me?
I've got secrets and candlelight
I have some confidential information to share with you, in a romantic setting.
You could tell me your secrets too
You have an opportunity to reciprocate and share your secrets with me.
I could light them on fire for you
I can empathize with you and offer to help you release your secrets.
So they'll be free to die
Your secrets will be relieved of their burden and will be free to fade away.
So they could run away with mine
Your secrets may find solace within my own, allowing us to be completely open with each other.
Do you want to look for ghosts?
Would you like to explore the unknown and mysteries with me?
In the attic where no one goes
We'll venture into uncharted territories where no one else ventures.
They could show us the other side
We might discover unknown perspectives or insights on a particular matter.
Show us just what it's like to die
We may find ourselves in situations and experiences that transform our lives.
And we'll be free to fly
Our experiences will liberate us and give us wings to fly, 'away into the night.'
Contributed by Lillian G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Casey Bradshaw
on Swan (Unreleased)
I, personally, think the song is about image. The image the song portrays iis one that says "I'm reckless, definitely not fragile like a swan." I really like the song because of its beat and rhythm. What do you think?