Ariana Grande

Lyrics

[Intro: Shangela Laquifa Wadley]
This is one small step for woman
One giant leap for woman-kind

[Verse 1]
I'd rather be alone tonight
You can say "I love you" through the phone tonight
Really don’t wanna be in your arms tonight
I'll just use my covers to stay warm tonight
Think I'm better off here all alone tonight
Ain’t no checkin' on when I get home tonight
Just makin' sure I'm good on my own tonight
Even though there isn't nothin' wrong tonight

[Pre-Chorus]
Yeah, I'm just sayin', baby
I can’t really miss you if I’m with you
And when I miss you, it'll change the way I kiss you
Baby, you know time apart is beneficial
It’s like I'm the universe and you be N-A-S-A

[Chorus]
Give you the whole world, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I’ma, I'ma need
You know I'm a star; space, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need space (N-A-S-A)
Give you the whole world, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need
You know I'm a star; space, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need space (N-A-S-A)
[Verse 2]
Bottom line
Usually, I would love it if you stayed the night
I just think I'm on another page tonight
It ain't nothing wrong with saying I need me time
Usually, I would orbit around you
But gravity seems to be the only thing that's pulling me
You'll be my rise and shine soon as them stars align, mmm

[Pre-Chorus]
Baby, I can't really miss you if I'm with you
And when I miss you, it'll change the way I kiss you
Baby, you know time apart is beneficial
It's like I'm the universe and you be N-A-S-A

[Chorus]
Give you the whole world, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need
You know I'm a star; space, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need space (N-A-S-A)
Give you the whole world, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need
You know I'm a star; space, I'ma need space
I'ma need space, I'ma, I'ma need space (N-A-S-A)

[Bridge]
You don't wanna leave me, but I'm tryna self-discover
Keep me in your orbit and you know you'll drag me under
You don't wanna leave me, but I'm tryna self-discover
(You don't wanna leave me, but I'm tryna self-discover)
Keep me in your orbit and you know you'll drag me under
(Keep me in your orbit and you know you'll drag me under)
[Outro]
I'd rather be alone tonight (Mmm)
You can say "I love you" through the phone tonight
Ah, hmm-mmm

Ariana Grande is a pop star well-known for her distinctive voice and pop ballads that speak to her fans. "NASA" is a song from Grande's album "thank u, next," released in February 2019. The song is all about needing space or distance from a boyfriend, and the chorus also references the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, better known as NASA.

Grande's affiliation with NASA began with a tweet she sent in January 2019, playfully suggesting that she was the astronaut that the space agency had been searching for. The post quickly went viral, prompting NASA to get in touch with Grande to congratulate her for her work and discuss potential future collaborations.

The pop star's admiration for NASA influenced her to write her song "NASA." The song's lyrics revolve around needing space from a lover, with the astronautic metaphor suggesting the ultimate need for distance. "NASA" is a perfect representation of how Grande infuses her music with personal emotions and experiences.

About NASA

NASA, or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is an independent agency of the United States federal government. NASA was created by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958 to be responsible for the civilian space program, as well as aeronautics and aerospace research.

Since its formation, NASA has launched hundreds of space missions, including the famous Apollo program that put humans on the moon for the first time in 1969. NASA has also been integral in developing technology that is now used in a wide range of industries, including medical devices, transportation, and telecommunications.

Over the years, NASA has continued to inspire and excite people all over the world, including many artists and musicians. Ariana Grande's "NASA" represents her own appreciation and admiration for the space agency and the awe-inspiring possibilities of space exploration. For Grande, "NASA" is not simply a song about needing space, but also a testament to the incredible achievements and scientific progress that human beings are capable of making.

Grande's "NASA" cleverly uses NASA metaphors as a nod to space exploration and discovery. Her choice of NASA in the song, the agency responsible for many monumental space missions, fits perfectly within the meaning of the lyrics. Her lyrics "It's like I'm the universe and you'll be N-A-S-A" represents Ariana herself as infinite and limitless, whereas her partner is limited and constrained like NASA's resources.

Grande’s "NASA" has also turned out to be a huge success. The song debuted at number 17 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 15 on the UK Singles Chart, and it has charted in several other countries. The song has also received critical acclaim, with many critics praising Grande's songwriting, vocal performance, and the subtle NASA references.

In summary, Ariana Grande's "NASA" is a fascinating song that represents her creative and emotional range. The song's emphasis on the need for space and distance paired with the NASA metaphor, shows Grande’s unique ability to infuse personal emotions into her music. The success of the song indicates how the space agency continues to inspire and fascinate people from all walks of life.

• Release Date: February 8, 2019
• Artist: Ariana Grande