BMO

Ari Lennox

About BMO

"BMO" is a song by American singer Ari Lennox. It was released as the fourth single from her debut album Shea Butter Baby on August 6, 2019.


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Ay
Huh ay
Ay

Sleepin', all day
Chiefin', roll it
Video games
'Bout to, lose it

That bodies on fire
Ooh love me long, 'til you get tired
Ooh baby you got what I (want)
You's a real one, I'm inspired

Break me off (ay)
And gitchi gitchi yaya
When the lights is out (uh ay)
I'm summertime crushin' put that game on pause (uh)
And do it how I like it
Baby, nice and slow (ooh)
Break me off, and gitchi gitchi yaya (uh)
When the lights is out (ooh)
I'm summertime crushin' put that game on pause (yeah, yeah, yeah)
And do it how I like it
Baby, nice and slow 

My knees, get weak
when you, touch me
Body, use it
sex game, stupid

That bodies on fire
Ooh love me long, 'til you get tired
Ooh baby you got what I (want)
Ay you's a real one, I'm inspired

Break me off (ay)
And gitchi gitchi yaya
When the lights is out (uh ay)
I'm summertime crushin' put that game on pause (uh)
And do it how I like it
Baby, nice and slow (ooh)
Break me off, and gitchi gitchi yaya (uh)
When the lights is out (ooh)
I'm summertime crushin' put that game on pause (yeah, yeah, yeah)
And do it how I like it
Baby, nice and slow (ooh)

Break me off 
And gitchi gitchi yaya
When the lights is out 
I'm summertime crushin' put that game on pause 
And do it how I like it
Baby, nice and slow (ooh)

Lemme go and check on these goddamn garbanzo beans
Let's see if they um, cooked yet

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Ari Lennox

Courtney Shanade Salter (born March 26, 1991), better known by her stage name Ari Lennox, is an American singer and songwriter from Washington, D.C. She is signed to J. Cole's record label, Dreamville Records. more »

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Written by: Anthony Parrino, Courtney Salter, Damon Coleman, Galt Macdermot, Ron Gilmore

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Song Details
"BMO" is a song by American singer and songwriter Ari Lennox. It is the acronym for "Break Me Off", which means to give someone something they want.
Album Details
This song is a part of Ari Lennox's debut studio album, "Shea Butter Baby", which was released on May 7, 2019.
Premiere Information
"BMO" was released as the fourth single from the album on July 15, 2019.
Genre Classification
The song aligns with the genre Neo-Soul and also falls under the Contemporary RnB. Ari Lennox is often praised for her new age soulful tone.
Music Video
The official music video for "BMO" was released on August 6, 2019. It shows Ari in several sultry environments, including a bubble bath and a grassy field, showcasing her natural beauty and essence of womanhood.
Song Description
The song "BMO" is about Ari Lennox’s desire for intimacy. The lyrics of the song talk about missing someone and wanting to be around them.
Sample Use
"BMO" samples a portion of Galt MacDermot’s 1969 track "Space," amplifying the soulful vibes.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at No. 22 on the Billboard US R&B Songs Airplay chart.
Claps Back
Ari Lennox addressed a fan on Twitter who asked her if "BMO" stood for “Bank of Montreal”. In her response, she humorously wrote: “No, but that bank better run me my check.”
Lizzo Remix
In 2020, a remix of "BMO" was released, featuring American singer and rapper Lizzo.
Grammy Nomination
Ari Lennox's "Shea Butter Baby" album, which includes "BMO," landed a nomination for the 2020 Grammy Awards in the category "Best Urban Contemporary Album".

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