Yayo

Lana Del Rey

About Yayo

"Yayo" is a song by American singer and songwriter Lana Del Rey. It appears on her first extended play, Kill Kill, her self-titled debut album, and her third EP, Paradise. After the release of her third EP, the song charted in France. Before signing to a major record label, Del Rey released a self-produced music video for "Yayo". Ubiquitously, the song garnered acclaim, many reviewers saying the song was one of the best songs Del Rey has ever written and praising Del Rey's voice. Appearing on three of Del Rey's albums to date, the song is one of few that was authored solely by her. The original version of the song was released through 5 Point Records and produced by David Kahne, later being remastered by Emile Haynie and Dan Heath. 


Year:
2012
5:21
278 
#2

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I like the snake on your tattoo
I like the Ivy and the
Ink blue, yayo, yeah you, yayo

You have to take me right now
From this dark trailer park
Life now, yayo, how now, yayo

Put me onto your black motorcycle
Fifties baby doll dress for my 'I do"
It only takes two hours to Nevada
I wear your sparkle
You call me your mama

Let me put on a show for you daddy
Let me put on a show
Let me put on a show for you tiger,
Let me put on a show

I need you like
A baby when I hold you
Like a drug
Like I told you

Yayo, yes you, yayo

Put me onto your black motorcycle
Fifties baby doll dress for my 'I do"
It only takes two hours to Nevada
I wear your sparkle
You call me your mama

Let me put on a show for you daddy
Let me put on a show
Let me put on a show for you tiger
Let me put on a show

Hello Heaven
You are a tunnel lined with yellow lights
On a dark night  (Dark night)

Yayo, yes you, yayo

Put me onto your black motorcycle
Fifties baby doll dress for my 'I do"
It only takes two hours to Nevada
I wear your sparkle
You call me your mama

Let me put on a show for you daddy
Let me put on a show
Let me put on a show for you tiger
Let me put on a show

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Lana Del Rey

Elizabeth Woolridge Grant (born June 21, 1985), known professionally as Lana Del Rey, is an American singer, songwriter, and record producer. Her music has been noted by critics for its stylized cinematic quality, its preoccupation with themes of tragic romance, glamour, and melancholia, and its references to pop culture, particularly 1950s and 1960s Americana. more »

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Written by: ELIZABETH GRANT

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8 facts about this song

Song Information
"Yayo" is one of the songs on the album "Paradise". - "Paradise" is a reissue of Lana Del Rey's second studio album "Born to Die", released in November 2012.
Composition
The song is a slow tempo ballad and is noted for its minimalist production and use of guitar instrumentation.
Background
"Yayo" was originally released on Lana Del Rey's "Lana Del Ray a.k.a. Lizzy Grant" in 2010. - It's the only song from Lana’s 2010 independently released album to make it onto her major label releases.
Lyrics and theme
The song's lyrics have been interpreted as Lana Del Rey's take on the Hollywood lifestyle and its emptiness. - The term "Yayo" is a slang term for cocaine, but in the song, Del Rey uses it metaphorically.
Reception
"Yayo" has generally been received well by critics, with some praising its haunting quality and Del Rey's vocal performance.
Live Performances
Del Rey performed "Yayo" live during several shows, including at the iTunes Festival in September 2012.
Song Significance
The song is believed to be about Lana's relationship with K, a music industry executive she dated before her career took off. - "Yayo" is seen by many as an example of Del Rey's 'sad core' style, featuring melancholic lyrics and a haunting melody.
Trivia
The song is one of Lana Del Rey’s personal favorites. - It is also one of the few songs she has recorded that was not co-written with any other songwriters; she is the sole writer of "Yayo".

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