he’s since released a handful of independent EPs and singles that have solidified his stance as a front runner in the global bedroom pop movement. Influenced by architecture, fashion, film, art and more, the eclectic producer launched his life in music at a young age, beginning with music classes in elementary school and later graduating to band and choir in middle school and high school. After relocating from Kobe, Japan, to Boston in 2011 to study singing/songwriting at Berklee College of Music, rei began to self-release his original music, first releasing his songs on SoundCloud as raybaboon in 2013. He independently released his debut EP, "raybaboon" in 2014, which today counts +28M collective streams. Formally switching monikers in 2014, he’s released a number of breakout projects as rei brown, including the 2016 EP "Lungs", the 2017 double-single “i feel so cold” and the two-part "Lovers" EP series. To date, rei counts +80M cross-platform streams. Across 2020, rei will be released a series of singles starting with quarantine-inspired “Bubble.”
Forever
rei brown Lyrics
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If I told you, would you love me back?
Do you feel we could be like that
And I wish it didn't hurt this bad
Every time we say goodbye
I get lost inside your eyes
Forever, ever, ever, ooh
Think about you all the time, and
I just wanna make you mine
Forever, ever, ever, ooh
Ever, ever, ever, mmh
Why's it hurt so good with you?
(Heart's on fire, baby, that's alright)
When we play, we always lose
(Say you'll love me through the night)
In my heart I always knew
(That's alright)
That I can't escape from you
Every time we say goodbye
I get lost inside your eyes
Forever, ever, ever, mm
Ever, ever, ever, no
Think about you all the time
I just wanna make you mine
Forever, ever, ever, mm
Ever, ever, ever, ooh
I don't wanna keep stalling
You left me so confused
If I'm gonna keep falling
I'll fall for you
(All my life)
Every time we say goodbye
I get lost inside your eyes
Forever, ever, ever, ooh
Ever, ever, ever, no (say goodbye)
(All my life)
Think about you all the time
I just wanna make you mine
Forever, ever, ever, mmh
Ever, ever, ever, ooh
Every time we say goodbye
I get lost inside your eyes
Forever, ever, ever, ooh
Ever, ever, ever, no
Think about you all the time
I just wanna make you mine
Forever, ever, ever, mmh
Ever, ever, ever, ooh
The song "Forever" by Rei Brown is about someone who is in love but unsure about revealing their feelings to the other person. The lyrics "Didn't know that I felt like that, If I told you, would you love me back?" show that the person is hesitant and afraid of being rejected. Despite this, they still can't help thinking about the other person all the time and wanting to be with them forever.
The chorus emphasizes the notion of forever, with the repetition of the word "ever." The singer seems to be infatuated with the person, and every time they say goodbye, they get lost in their eyes. The line "Why's it hurt so good with you?" portrays a sense of confusion and ambiguity towards their emotions. The person knows they cannot escape from their love and hopes that the other person reciprocates their feelings.
The bridge of the song shows a sense of determination from the person, as they don't want to stall any longer and are willing to take the chance to confess their feelings. The line "I'll fall for you (all my life)" shows that the person is ready to commit to a lifelong relationship with this person.
Overall, "Forever" captures the emotions of someone who is deeply in love but afraid to express their feelings. The repetition of the word "ever" in the chorus emphasizes the aim for a lifelong relationship with the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
Didn't know that I felt like that
I was unaware of my true feelings for you
If I told you, would you love me back?
I am hesitant to express my feelings to you because I am unsure if they will be reciprocated
Do you feel we could be like that
I wonder if we have the potential to be in a fulfilling relationship
And I wish it didn't hurt this bad
My feelings for you are causing me pain and I wish it wasn't so difficult
Every time we say goodbye
Each time we part ways
I get lost inside your eyes
I become captivated by your gaze
Forever, ever, ever, ooh
My feelings for you are strong and unending
Ever, ever, ever, no
My feelings may be strong, but they are not always positive
Think about you all the time, and
I constantly have you on my mind
I just wanna make you mine
I long to have a romantic relationship with you
Why's it hurt so good with you?
Our relationship may bring pain, but it also brings joy and pleasure
(Heart's on fire, baby, that's alright)
Even though my heart may be burning, I still enjoy being with you
When we play, we always lose
We may not always succeed when we try to be together
(Say you'll love me through the night)
I want you to reassure me of your love and commitment
In my heart I always knew
Deep down, I have always been aware of my feelings for you
(That's alright)
I am okay with these feelings, despite their complexities
That I can't escape from you
I am unable to break free from my emotional attachment to you
I don't wanna keep stalling
I do not wish to delay our potential relationship any longer
You left me so confused
Your actions and words have caused me to be uncertain about our relationship
If I'm gonna keep falling
If I am going to continue to have feelings for you
I'll fall for you (All my life)
I am willing to devote my life to loving you
(All my life)
Forever
(say goodbye)
Even though our goodbyes are difficult, they are necessary at times
Ever, ever, ever, mmh
My feelings for you are constant and unwavering
Contributed by James A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@RIPDavidBear
Co-written by Joji & Keshi! Such a beautiful song, and Rei's talent for the artistic vision of his videos is apparent as always, I love the colour scheme here.
@JaredIsPink
This song is so good, god can't believe he's been holding onto this since 2017
@swaritchauhan
Brilliant track, and keshi's voice is pure bliss!
1:56 just gives you the music teleport effect 🌟
@midnight_queen
It's been almost a year since this released and still can't believe how underrated Rei is. The songs are so good! This is my favorite one 🔥🔥
@mykeo0omyke
REI IS BACK!!! good to hear from u homie
@teenweirdo1000
Making feel like falling in love 🥺🥺
@glarf913
We need an album all these singles are nutty
@oliviajulianna
the visuals feel like a fever dream
@epilu7752
No idea why was this re-uploaded but drop that album already daddyyyy
@leehannuel
why was the song unlisted and reuploaded :( but nonetheless, this song is so pretty and beautiful ♡