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SUMMER
raf riley Lyrics
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OK, OK
Alright, one sec Raf
Where am I? Uh
Please don't behave now it's the summer
Go be brave, yeah that's my number
And I can feel the shape of your wave when I strum ya
What if I told you now or never?
You're too concerned with the weather
I'm tryna hold back
Something's pulling us together
Yo, I get set, then I go
I make friends with my foes
I depend on my don'ts
I assemble my bros
Then break bread with my dough, yeah
You overdose
I get over my dose
Girl, it's over when you're under
Now go be brave, that's your number
I get set, then I go
I'll tempest when I blow
Fuck Usain, man I'm Bolt
I'd invest in my don'ts
Then regret what I chose
Boys to men, man I've grown
Ain't no end to my road
Girl, I'd die to live forever
You're too concerned with the weather
Please don't behave now it's the summer
Go be brave, yeah that's my number
And I can feel the shape of your wave when I strum ya
With Etta Bond, yeah that's my mama
What if I told you now or never?
You're too concerned with the weather
I'm tryna hold back
Something's pulling us together
She claiming that she know me
She don't know me, that's the old me
I was lonely, now on everybody's lips
Olly olly olly
How I catch a body, grab her by the body
Give her body, that's another body
That's another body
Wanna hold you down, if you down-down
Unlike the summer, I'm the moon, I'll bring the sun down
If you let me in
I'm knocking, let me in, let me in, let me in
What if I told you now or never?
You're too concerned with the weather
I'm tryna hold back
Something's pulling us together
Please don't behave now it's the summer
Go be brave, yeah that's my number
And I can feel the shape of your wave when I strum ya
With Etta Bond, yeah that's my mama
The song "Summer" by Raf Riley, Etta Bond, Avelino, and Dun D is about taking chances and being courageous during the summer season. The first verse, sung by Etta Bond, set the tone for the song. She encourages the listener to be bold and take risks during the summer. The notion of feeling the wave's shape as one strums a guitar shows us that the summer energy is infectious and addictive.
Next, Avelino's verse talks about making opportunities for oneself and traversing life's obstacles. The lyric "I get set, then I go/I make friends with my foes" emphasizes that he is unafraid to face challenges head-on. He implies that he would rather take risks and learn from his mistakes than play it safe.
Later in the song, Dun D contributes a verse about being underestimated and undervalued. He shares that people tend to judge him based on his past and that he is in a much better place now. Moreover, he is willing to do whatever it takes to hold onto his love interest during the summer season.
Overall, the song "Summer" is a vibrant, upbeat tune that inspires people to take risks and enjoy themselves. It's a reminder that you only live once, so you should seize the day and take chances.
Line by Line Meaning
Please don't behave now it's the summer
Don't hold back, take risks, and be adventurous now that it's summertime.
Go be brave, yeah that's my number
Be courageous and don't let fear hold you back, that's how I roll.
And I can feel the shape of your wave when I strum ya
I can sense your unique vibe and energy when I interact with you.
With Etta Bond, yeah that's my mama
Etta Bond is a close collaborator and friend of mine.
What if I told you now or never?
What if I said this is our moment to act and we shouldn't waste it?
You're too concerned with the weather
You're too worried about minor obstacles and aren't focusing on the big picture.
I'm tryna hold back
I'm trying not to jump into things too quickly and take my time.
Something's pulling us together
There's a strong magnetic force between us that's bringing us closer.
She claiming that she know me
She's saying she's familiar with me, but she really has no idea.
She don't know me, that's the old me
She doesn't know the true me, just a previous version of myself.
I was lonely, now on everybody's lips
I used to be unnoticed and lonely, but now I'm the topic of conversation for many.
Olly olly olly
A playful expression used to call people out of hiding.
How I catch a body, grab her by the body
How I impress someone and catch their attention physically.
Give her body, that's another body
I can satisfy someone physically, but it's just another conquest for me.
Wanna hold you down, if you down-down
I want to be there for you and support you if you're willing to commit to me.
Unlike the summer, I'm the moon, I'll bring the sun down
Unlike the predictable and fleeting nature of summer, I am more profound and awe-inspiring, able to bring light to even the darkest moments.
If you let me in
If you open yourself up to me and let me in emotionally.
I'm knocking, let me in, let me in, let me in
I'm eager and persistent in trying to win over this person.
Contributed by Emily G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.