The Oakland-based singer/songwriter has the ability to find an easy, irresistible groove and turn it into a unhurried banger. The depth and complexity of her buttery alto on Patterns, her debut project, has garnered critical acclaim from Afropunk, Earmilk, KQED and more. From silky, slow jams to trip-hop-esque grooves, ASTU keeps us wanting more.
Variance Magazine describes her sound as "...kin to some of Solange’s recent material with the whispering confidence of Kelela..." while KQED raves, "...a particularly insightful and self-assured debut, sure to count as one of the Bay Area's most notable releases this year."
Love Me Like
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What you givin up
What's the point of this
Just to swing and miss
Break earth calloused hands
Dig into the sand
Lay heavy your road
Where you think you goin
And do you wanna know just how (Know right now)
Everybody playin
But do you wanna grow up now (Glow up now)
Ay, come and come fuck with the life
Hop in and jump in the flight, yea
If it's trickin I guess I'm trickin
At least you the love of my life
She got that body with the booty
The bubbly type
I got a lil baller belly
She huggin it right
I feel like every time you move
It's somethin I like
Might get a lil rap money
And flood you with ice
Yea, show me your love
I'm down for waitin, I got patience
It's no rush
When it's real
You got me nose deep in my feels
In my feels, oh
Break earth calloused hands (Break earth calloused hands)
Dig into the sand (Dig into the sand)
Lay heavy your road (Lay heavy your road)
Bathed and dipped in gold (Bathed and dipped in gold)
Where you think you goin
And do you wanna know just how (Know right now)
Everybody playin
But do you wanna grow up now (Glow up now)
Ya own way
Do that ya own way
Nobody do
Do dat like you
Ya own way
Do that ya own way
Don't no one do
Do dat shit like you do
Where you think you goin
And do you wanna know just how (Do you wanna know right now)
Everybody playin (Everybody playin)
But do you wanna grow up now (Glow up now)
Ya own way
Do that ya own way
Don't no one do
Do that shit like you do
In "Show Me Your Love," Astu questions the intentions of her love interest. She asks if they are genuinely looking for love or just offering empty promises with no real substance. Astu expresses her desire for someone who is serious about a real relationship and not just looking to play games. She urges her partner to take their journey of love seriously and to work hard to achieve their goals. Astu is ready to wait for the right person and is not in a hurry to rush into anything. She wants a real connection, one that she can feel in her heart and in her bones.
The lyrics of "Show Me Your Love" are a reflection of the challenges of modern-day dating, where people have become used to meaningless relationships and instant gratification. Astu's message is clear: True love is worth waiting for, and it requires effort and commitment. The repeated lines "where you think you're going" and "do you wanna grow up now" emphasize the importance of self-reflection and maturity in developing a healthy relationship. The song is an anthem for those who are looking for authentic love and shows that, when it comes to relationships, quality trumps speed.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you here for love
Are you genuinely interested in love or just pretending?
What you givin up
What are you willing to sacrifice for love?
What's the point of this
What is the purpose of our connection?
Just to swing and miss
Is our connection just going to be a missed opportunity?
Break earth calloused hands
Put in the hard work to achieve your goals.
Dig into the sand
Put in the effort to go after what you want.
Lay heavy your road
Put in the time and effort to create your own path.
Bathed and dipped in gold
Celebrate your achievements and successes.
Where you think you goin
What are your goals and aspirations?
And do you wanna know just how (Know right now)
Do you want to know the truth?
Everybody playin
Everyone is putting on a show or pretending to be something they're not.
But do you wanna grow up now (Glow up now)
Do you want to mature and improve yourself?
Ay, come and come fuck with the life
Join me on this journey of life.
Hop in and jump in the flight, yea
Come along for the ride and adventure.
If it's trickin I guess I'm trickin
I don't mind spending money on you if it makes you happy.
At least you the love of my life
You are the most important person to me.
She got that body with the booty
She has a desirable physical appearance.
The bubbly type
She has a fun and outgoing personality.
I got a lil baller belly
I have a bit of a belly, but it doesn't bother me.
She huggin it right
She loves me regardless of my physical appearance.
I feel like every time you move
I am attracted to you whenever you do something.
It's somethin I like
I enjoy being around you and spending time with you.
Might get a lil rap money
I may make some money through my music career.
And flood you with ice
I may buy you some expensive jewelry.
Yea, show me your love
Express your love and affection towards me.
I'm down for waitin, I got patience
I am willing to wait for the right person, and I am patient.
It's no rush
There is no need to hurry or rush things.
When it's real
When love is genuine and sincere.
You got me nose deep in my feels
You make me feel deeply about my emotions and feelings.
In my feels, oh
Being in my feelings can be overwhelming and intense.
Ya own way
Do things in your own unique style or manner.
Do that ya own way
Follow your own path and be true to yourself.
Nobody do
No one else can do things exactly like you can.
Do dat like you
Do things in your own personal style and way.
Don't no one do
No one else can do things exactly like you can.
Do that shit like you do
Do things in your own unique way and be proud of it.
Lyrics © DistroKid, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DAOUD AYODELE MILES ANTHONY, ESTHER KIBREAB, FARAJI OMAR WRIGHT, JASON VALERIO
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