yes and
Ariana Grande Lyrics


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In case you haven't noticed
Well, everybody's tired
And healin' from somebody
Or somethin' we don't see just right

Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (no one can tell you nothin')
Come on and walk this way through the fire (don't care what's on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation
Just turn on your light and be like

"Yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest, and
Be your own fuckin' best friend
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?"

Now, I'm so done with caring
What you think, no, I won't hide
Underneath your own projections
Or change my most authentic life

Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (no one can tell you nothin')
Come on and walk this way through the fire (don't care what's on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation
Just turn on your light and be like

"Yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest, and
Be your own fuckin' best friend
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?" (Yeah)

My tongue is sacred, I speak upon what I like
Protected, sexy, discerning with my time (my time)
Your energy is yours and mine is mine (it's mine, it's mine)
What's mine is mine
My face is sitting, I don't need no disguise (I don't need no disguise)
Don't comment on my body, do not reply
Your business is yours and mine is mine
Why do you care so much whose- I ride?
Why?

"Yes, and?" (Yes, and?)
Say that shit with your chest, and (say that shit with your chest)
Be your own fuckin' best friend (oh, be your own, be your own)
Say that shit with your chest (say that shit with your chest, baby)
Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?"
"Yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest, and
Be your own fuckin' best (be your own) friend
Say that shit with your chest




Keep moving like, "What's next?"
"Yes, and?" (Yeah)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ariana Grande's song "Yes, and" convey a message of empowerment and self-confidence in the face of criticism and judgment from others. The song starts by acknowledging that everyone is tired and healing from their own past experiences that may not be easily visible to others. It suggests that it's important to rise above these difficulties and stay true to oneself.


The phrase "put your lipstick on" symbolizes embracing one's own individuality and not letting anyone else's opinions dictate one's actions or choices. It encourages the listener to confidently navigate through challenges, even in the face of adversity. The line "if you find yourself in a dark situation, just turn on your light" suggests that one should rely on their inner strength and positivity to overcome difficult circumstances.


The lyrics also express a rejection of societal expectations and a refusal to conform. It encourages the listener to stop caring about what others think, and to not be influenced by others' projections onto them. Ariana Grande emphasizes the importance of living an authentic life and not changing oneself to fit the expectations of others. The repeated line "say that shit with your chest" serves as a reminder to boldly and confidently express oneself, without fear or hesitation.


The song further emphasizes the importance of self-love and being one's own best friend. It encourages the listener to keep moving forward and embracing what comes next, without allowing outside opinions to hinder their progress. The final repetition of the phrase "yes, and" reinforces the idea of accepting and embracing new opportunities and experiences.


Overall, "Yes, and" presents a message of self-empowerment, self-acceptance, and staying true to oneself despite external pressures or judgment. It promotes the idea that one's happiness and authenticity should be valued above the opinions of others.


Line by Line Meaning

In case you haven't noticed
Considering you may not have realized


Well, everybody's tired
Well, everyone is exhausted


And healin' from somebody
And recovering from someone


Or somethin' we don't see just right
Or something that isn't easily understood


Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (no one can tell you nothin')
Hey, come on, embrace yourself (no one can influence you)


Come on and walk this way through the fire (don't care what's on their mind)
Come on and face difficulties head-on (don't worry about others' opinions)


And if you find yourself in a dark situation
And if you find yourself in a challenging circumstance


Just turn on your light and be like
Just find your inner light and act like


Say that shit with your chest, and
Speak confidently and assertively


Be your own fuckin' best friend
Embrace and support yourself wholeheartedly


Keep moving like, "What's next?"
Continuously progress and think about the future


Now, I'm so done with caring
Now, I'm finished with worrying


What you think, no, I won't hide
About your opinions, no, I won't conceal


Underneath your own projections
Underneath your assumptions and judgments


Or change my most authentic life
Or alter my truest way of living


My tongue is sacred, I speak upon what I like
My words are meaningful, I express what I desire


Protected, sexy, discerning with my time
Protected, attractive, and careful with how I spend my time


Your energy is yours and mine is mine
Your energy belongs to you, and mine belongs to me


What's mine is mine
What is mine remains mine


My face is sitting, I don't need no disguise
I'm confident and don't need to hide my true self


Don't comment on my body, do not reply
Don't give opinions about my appearance, don't respond


Your business is yours and mine is mine
Your affairs belong to you, and mine belong to me


Why do you care so much whose- I ride?
Why do you concern yourself with who I'm involved with?


Say that shit with your chest, and
Speak boldly and assertively


Keep moving like, "What's next?"
Continue progressing and wondering about the future


Say that shit with your chest, baby
Speak confidently, my love


Keep moving like, "What's next?"
Continue progressing and thinking about the future


Say that shit with your chest, and
Speak confidently and assertively


Be your own fuckin' best (be your own) friend
Embrace and support yourself wholeheartedly


Say that shit with your chest
Speak confidently and assertively


Keep moving like, "What's next?"
Continue progressing and thinking about the future


Yes, and?
Agree and what's more?


(Yeah)
(Affirmative)




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ariana Grande, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Martin Max Sandberg

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@boredcarmen8291

Even if she is innocent in this particular situation... they cannot deny the fact she has history in starting a relationship with men in relationships: hence "Break up with your gf I'm bored"
Some of her fans, are still blinded so here's my research:

1.) according to Naya Rivera (RIP)  in her book... she was ghosted for days... so she went to Sean's place ( they're not broken up yet) and Ariana was sitting on the couch,  the 2 of them... Ari is always there... when someone brakes up isn't it?  and guess what happened next? Sean and Ari started dating
🤣

Ari has been spending time with Sean during the ghosting time...  read between the lines.

and Naya is 100% right about Ariana being sus... and I'm glad everyone can see it now👍🏽

Thank you, next.


2.) Then, in 2018, 
Cazzie (Pete Davidson's ex) found out about Grande and Davidson’s romance while aboard an airplane with her father, Larry David. “I scrolled through Twitter and saw that my ex of one day had a new girlfriend,” she wrote. “I think I probably left my human body. My dad held me as I shook uncontrollably in his arms for the entire flight.”
she slithered her way in again in another relationship... Ariana was spending time with Pete days before the brake up (a lot of pictures online I cant post them here)...  please read between the lines...


3.) even Dalton Gomez ex posted something about about her after Ari and Dalton went official...

"when your man tells you dont worry about a certain girl... worry about her"

see, I'm doing all the research for them. you are welcome. May the universe give Ariana and her fans (just the fans defending her Immorality) the pain she caused these women. One day you'll have an "ariana" that will take your significant  other away... 🕷

And soon karma will hit them in the face and say "Yes, and?"



All comments from YouTube:

@momentsofloveromantic

Feels like something H&M would blast in their clothing stores honestly

@YeeHaww

@@brookec3016h&M would be bless to have a song like this playing at their trashy store 🙄🙄

@jdos5643

Or forever 21

@jennette1256

It sounds just like Madonna's Vogue

@CreativeC13

It really sounds like it was written for someone else

@segamai

@jennette1256 You know how when you were a kid and music was evolving so fast you’d be like, I can’t even IMAGINE what the future is gonna sound like? And then you show a kid from 1991 this limp single lol

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@redbitredbit9576

Who's listening Ariana Grande.. now??❤

@josephriley2034

1:06 this song reminds me of Black Swan Natalie Portman:
Seems like Ariana Grande was doing business interview at a rustic warehouse; there were a bunch of medieval sculptures.
🗽💃🪑🏢💽

@LDRedits

Meeeee

@callmehstar3888

Me

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