Pretend
Tinashe
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Black Eskimo baby chinchilla black llama With the arguing and the drama That's on my mamma My alter ego a fool so I won't defend them It is what it is at least I ain't pretending (You, you) Can we pretend That everything is like yesterday What if I just wanna feel you touching me? Ain't nobody perfect So if you take a while to make it worth it I wanna pretend Let's pretend that we 'boutta break up To catch the feelings that way we make up Legs up, suicide, north side We never count points when we courtside Let's pretend I ain't your friend So we can get it on again Let's pretend we never met A good excuse to play forget Let's pretend you never lied So I can give it up all night Swallow my pride, and learn to forgive When I'm looking for love I pretend It's you A love that never ends I pretend it's you That I'm in love with If we pretend that I'm happy when I'm really not Pretend that I give you everything I've got Pretend that I'm there when I ain't there Pretend that I care when I don't care Once upon a time, I did Now I admit that I was fucking with a kid Now I pretend that everything's straight When everything just ain't just covered up like paint Let's pretend it's my first time So you can really blow my mind Let's pretend we never met A good excuse to play forget Let's pretend you never lied So I can give it up all night Swallow my pride, and learn to forgive When I'm looking for love I pretend It's you A love that never ends I pretend it's you That I'm in love with I was balling at the [?] had a [?] See me in the club bunch of bitches in my section You got a semi with the streets, ya we got a deep connection Don't miss out on your blessing and be back stressing Two door mustard Dodge Grey Poupon in this bitch Wrist frostbit, might need an arm in this bitch Gangster and a gentleman, the best of both worlds I'm handsome and I'm wealthy, I can leave with all the girls Pipe game crazy I could've been a plumber Self made boss ya I used to be a runner Hear you talking about commitment I get stiffer than a mannequin Your girls say I a handful, they doubt if you can handle it Imaginary player, your nigga fake balling Me, I'm with the shits though your nigga stay stalling Ain't got time for them bags, them bitches ain't got shit Hit the club every night to flex their new outfit, pretending It's you A love that never ends I pretend it's you That I'm in love with Can we pretend?
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Written by: Andre Eric Proctor, Brian Soko, Floyd Eugene Bentley, Lyrica Nasha Anderson, Noel Fisher, Rakim Mayers, Rasool Ricardo Diaz, Tinashe Kachingwe
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Song Release"Pend" was released on August 22, 2014, as the second single from Tinashe's debut album, Aquarius.
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Song Genre and Production"Pretend" is categorized under Contemporary R&B and pop genres.
- It was produced by the talented Swedish songwriter and producer, Noel "Detail" Fisher.
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SongwritingBesides producer Noel "Detail" Fisher, Tinashe and Lyrica Anderson also contributed to the songwriting of "Pretend," showcasing their musical versatility.
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Chart PerformanceEven though it didn't crack the top positions, "Pretend" did well on the charts peaking at number 8 on the US Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles Billboard.
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Song ThemeThe song "Pretend" is about a toxic relationship. It explores the theme of yearning for a more harmonious relationship while trying to forget the pain caused by the significant other.
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Music VideoThe music video directed by Jodeb features Tinashe and A$AP Rocky. It has been hailed for its emotive and dramatic storytelling.
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ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Tinashe's vocal performance and emotional depth.
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Live PerformancesTinashe has performed "Pretend" live on several occasions, showcasing her command on stage and vocal prowess. One of her notable performances was at The Wendy Williams Show.
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RemixA remix version of "Pretend" by Dave Audé was released, which gave the song a new twist.
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Album Performance"Pretend" was a part of the album "Aquarius," which debuted at number 17 on the US Billboard 200 and has been praised for its futuristic take on contemporary R&B.
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Contribution to CareerDespite varied reviews, "Pretend" played a significant role in Tinashe's career, establishing her as a rising star in the R&B scene.
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