Lana Del Rey Lyrics

About Lana Del Rey

Lana Del Rey: Modern Music's Cinematic Queen

Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, born in New York City on June 21, 1985, has become one of the most singular and important voices in modern music. Del Rey, with her patented cinematic style, melancholy themes, and hauntingly beautiful voice, has mesmerized audiences and music critics alike since breaking out in 2011.

Genre and Years Active

In addition to being noted for her usage of rock, hip hop, and Americana music, Lana Del Rey's music is also classified as indie pop, dream pop, and baroque pop. She started her career in 2005 and became well-known in 2011 when she released the single "Video Games." Rich orchestrations, thoughtful lyrics, and nostalgic allusions define Del Rey's sound.

Chart-Topping Compositions and Albums

All of Lana Del Rey's hit songs that left their imprint on the music business will live on throughout her catalog. Though some of her most well-known compositions include songs like:

"Video Games"
"Summertime Sadness"
"Born to Die"
"Young and Beautiful"
"West Coast"

Her unique ability to blend intricate storylines with broad soundscapes is evident in these tunes. Among her noteworthy albums are:

Born to Die (2012)
Ultraviolence (2014)
Honeymoon (2015)
Lust for Life (2017)
Norman Fucking Rockwell! (2019)
Chemtrails over the Country Club (2021)

Lyrics and Analysis

Renowned for her poignant and frequently depressing lyrics, Lana Del Rey explores themes of love, grief, and the darker side of the American dream. Lyrics such as her singing "It's you, it's you, it's all for you" on "Video Games" give listeners a longing and true-to-form dedication. The song’s vintage-inspired, lush production also helps to add to this nostalgic edge. The lyric "I got that summertime, summertime sadness" expresses a sentiment that combines the euphoria of summer with a touch of melancholy. A melancholic backdrop along with this emotional roller coaster makes for an intense listening experience.

Influence and Reception

Influential in the contemporary music landscape, Lana Del Rey has influenced musicians from many genres. She has made a name for herself in the music industry with her unique blend of modern themes, epic soundscapes, and old Hollywood elegance. Her genuineness, the depth of passion in her lyrics, and her ability to take listeners back in time are all valued by her admirers. Del Rey has drawn both positive and negative reviews from critics. Although her unique style and vocal delivery have won her accolades, some critics have occasionally found her thematic focus to be monotonous. Despite this, she has received countless award nominations—including multiple Grammy nominations—proving her indisputable success and influence.

Song Lyrics

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▼ New Songs

▼ Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd (2023)

▼ Blue Banisters (2021)

▼ Chemtrails Over The Country Club (2021)

Album: New Songs

›Beautiful People Beautiful Problems

›Children Of The Bad Revolution

›Coachella Woodstock In My Mind

›Color Blue

›Count On

›Criminals Run the World

›Fucked My Way Up To The Top

›Get Free

›Girl That Got Away

›God Bless America And All Beautiful Women In It

›How Do You Know Me So Well

›I Can Fly

›I Don't Wanna Go

›I Must Be Stupid For Being So Happy

›I Want It All

›I'm Indebited To You

›In My Feelings

›Innocence

›LA Who Am I to Love You?

›Long Long Way From Home

›Match Made In Heaven

›Nights In White Satin

›Patent leather do – over

›Prom Song (Gone Wrong)

›She's Not Me (Ride Or Die)

›Slow Gin Fizzz

›Some Things Last A Long Time

›Sunshine Of Your Love

›This Is What Makes Us Girls

›Thunder

›Tragic

›Trash Magic

›True Love On The Side

›Try Tonight

›Tusla Jesus Freak

›Ultraviolence

›Under The Olive Tree

›What Happened When I Left You

›When In Rome

›White Mustang

›Wicked Game

›Will You Still Love Me

Album: Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd (2023)

›A&W

›Candy Necklace

›Did You Know That There's A Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd

›Fingertips

›Fishtail

›Grandfather Please Stand On The Shoulders Of My Father While He's Deep-Sea Fishing

›Jon Batiste Interlude

›Judah Smith Interlude

Album: Blue Banisters (2021)

›If You Lie Down With Me

Album: Chemtrails Over The Country Club (2021)

›Breaking Up Slowly

›Chemtrails Over The Country Club

›Dance Till We Die

›Dark But Just A Game

›For Free

›Let Me Love You Like A Woman

›Not All Who Wander Are Lost

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