Kissing Strangers

Nicki Minaj, DNCE

About Kissing Strangers

"Kissing Strangers" is a song recorded by American band DNCE, featuring American rapper Nicki Minaj. The song was written by Justin Tranter, Nicki Minaj, Robin Fredriksson and Mattias Larsson, with the latter two handling the song's production. It was released to digital retailers on April 13, 2017, through Republic Records as the lead single from the band's Jumbo Edition of their self-titled debut album. On July 28, 2017, a remix with Luis Fonsi was released.


Year:
2017
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(Kissing strangers)

Aye, I'm just tryna make way out to the concrete jungle
Who walks with me?
Aye, oh yeah trying to find connection in 2 thousand something, ain't easy

Ooh
Can't quit, take six
Wanna taste you
Language, use lips
Kissing strangers (oh)

Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I love
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)
Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I trust
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)
Open heart, open mind
Never know who you'll find
Open heart, close your eyes
Kissing strangers (oh)
Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I love
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers

Aye, all misinformation open to interpretation
Just keep searching
Me, hyperventilating, blocking up my circulation
No waiting

Ooh
Can't quit, take six
Wanna taste you
Language, use lips
Kissing strangers (oh)

Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I love
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)
Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I trust
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)
Open heart, open mind
Never know who you'll find
Open heart, close your eyes
Kissing strangers (oh)
Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I love
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)

I got a boy that I kinda like
This is a kiss-kiss, tongue him down kind of night
He got that uhm-uhm, heard he got that China white
He got that bomb, I think I'mma call him dynamite
I gotta lotta sons, I can show you all the sonograms
Me? I’m Jem, and these bitches is the holograms
Me? I win and these bitches just lose
They ships sink, but my ship is just cruise
Anyway, I’m back, but my baby got, gimme piggy back
Drip drip, with a kitty cat, put it in his lap
Sip sip, on the tip tip, lick on his lip-lip
I think he tryna hit young Nic' like a quick pick

Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)

Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I love
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)
Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I trust
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)
Open heart, open mind
Never know who you'll find
Open heart, close your eyes
Kissing strangers (oh)
Na na na na na na na na
'Til I find someone I love
Na na na na na na na na
Kissing strangers (oh)

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Nicki Minaj

Onika Tanya Maraj (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/mɪˈnɑːʒ/), is a Trinidadian-born American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and model. Born in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago and raised in Queens, New York City, she gained public recognition after releasing the mixtapes Playtime Is Over (2007), Sucka Free (2008), and Beam Me Up Scotty (2009). more »

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Written by: JOSEPH JONAS, JUSTIN TRANTER, MATTIAS PER LARSSON, ONIKA TANYA MARAJ, ROBIN LENNART FREDRIKSSON, LUIS FONSI

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Genre
"Kissing Strangers" is a pop song that also incorporates elements of reggae and dance music.
Artists
This song is a collaboration between Puerto Rican singer Luis Fonsi best known for "Despacito", and Trinidadian-born rapper Nicki Minaj, one of the most successful and influential female rappers of all time.
Cross-Cultural Collaboration
The track marries Latino and Afro-Caribbean musical influences, reflecting the diverse backgrounds of the two artists - Fonsi from Puerto Rico, and Minaj from Trinidad and Tobago.
Release Date
It was released on April 14, 2017.
Music Video
A music video for the song was released on May 12, 2017. It features both Fonsi and Minaj, and is filled with festive disco scenes and 1970's decor.
Other Collaboration
The song also features American music group DNCE, including Joe Jonas on lead vocals.
Chart Success
"Kissing Strangers" has peaked at #39 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Multilingual Track
This song includes lyrics in both English and Spanish, reflecting Luis Fonsi's Hispanic heritage.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the catchy beat of "Kissing Strangers" and the contrast between Fonsi's smooth vocals and Nicki Minaj's dynamic rap verses.
Spotify Streams
As of August 2021, the song has accumulated more than 60 million streams on Spotify.
Live Performances
Luis Fonsi and DNCE performed the song live on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on May 22, 2017.
Song Theme
The track talks about the thrill of meeting and getting close to someone new, symbolized by 'kissing strangers'.
SoundTrack
The song was included in the compilation album "Now That's What I Call Music! 96" in the UK.

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