Tory Lanez

Lyrics

[Intro: Alicia Keys]
You don't know my

[Verse 1]
Makin' love to the beat so slow
Makin' love to the beat, girl, it sounds so slow
Come and fuck wit' a G, girl, you already know
I got a hunnid on me for the night
Shawty, don't you leave for the night
No, you don't know my name
Lately, all these bitches want is my fame
You don't know that you the one on my brain
I hit you with that late night text when I'm on the road
Girl, you know I'm tryna vibe wit' you
When you come into my city, I'ma slide wit' you
Side bitch droppin', pussy pop whenever I'm wit' you
Girl, you might've heard my songs, but you don't
(You don't know my name)
Girl, I got a thing for you
Hustle with them dealers when it's time to get that bling for you
Knock it out the ring for you
Whoa, shawty, you know
Can I get a ring from you?
On the phone or a message, just somethin'
Can we get past all these one-word discussions?
I need to know, girl, I need to know somethin' (And I swear it, baby)
[Chorus]
'Cause you don't know my name
You don't know my name
'Cause you don't know my name, whoa
You don't know my name
'Cause you don't know my name (You don't know my name)
You don't know my name (You don't know my name)
'Cause you don't know my name
(And I swear it, baby)

[Verse 2]
Girl, it's obvious you got some problems
It's obvious you got some issues
What if God sent me all in your life
And it's obvious I'm here to fix you?
When I can't go no longer, I need someone stronger
To hold on to get through
And I stay by your side, girl, you know I'ma ride
And come to your rescue
You say that you know my name, the songs that I sing
The set that I bang, the shit that I claim
You don't know 'bout me, I've noticed
But you gon' know 'bout me, I know this

[Chorus]
'Cause you don't know my name
You don't know my name
'Cause you don't know my name, whoa
You don't know my name
'Cause you don't know my name (You don't know my name)
You don't know my name (You don't know my name)
'Cause you don't know my name
(And I swear it, baby)
[Verse 3]
I fell in love with somebody, who doesn't even know my name
Know my name, no, no
And I know this, I'm ashamed
By my name, I'm not talkin' 'bout the name you call me, I'm talkin' 'bout who I am
And I know you don't know my name (You don't know my)
She knows the songs that I sing, all the shit that I claim
And even the set that I bang, but I'm certain she don't know
I'm tryna figure it out, but if she's walkin' out
She will never know my name, can't let her go

Tory Lanez, a Canadian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer, dropped his third mixtape, Chixtape 3, back in 2015. One of the tracks that stood out from the bunch was “N.A.M.E.,” which tells a tale of a man learning about the dangers of trusting someone who thinks they know everything about him but really doesn't know much at all.

About N.A.M.E.

The song opens with a mellow and captivating beat that sets the mood for the song's theme. Tory then jumps in with his rapid-fire delivery and poignant lyrics that depict the feeling of falling deeper for someone. In the opening, Tory talks about a girl named Keisha, who claims to know his name and personal details about him. Unfortunately, Tory discovers that Keisha only knows what she perceives, with Tory falling deeper into his emotions.

The hook, "She said she know me by my N.A.M.E., but really doesn't know me," is a powerful and impactful statement that serves as a warning to people who trust blindly without verifying that the information they are given is genuine.

What makes the song more interesting is the way Tory blends his vocals with the sample used in the beat. He interpolates lyrics from two different songs: LL Cool J's "Hey Lover" featuring Boyz II Men and Ashanti's "Foolish." Tory expertly intertwines his verse with the melody of the samples, creating a harmonious blend. The result is a polished and refined sound that is both nostalgic and refreshing.

Tory's lyrical ability is on full display in "N.A.M.E." He uses a witty wordplay and metaphors to describe his emotions towards Keisha, and how he falls deeper for her even though he knows it's not wise. For instance, Tory says, "Took my heart, tried to get me through the sheet like a ghost." Here he compares his heart to a ghost, implying that Keisha has taken it and left him empty like a ghost.

The song's overall production is a fusion of contemporary RnB and rap with a throwback to the 90s and early 2000s. The inclusion of Ashanti and LL Cool J samples in the beat gives the song that classic RnB feel, while the rap verses make the song appealing to rap fans. Tory Lanez is a versatile artist, and he cleverly blended both genres in the song.

In a nutshell, “N.A.M.E.” by Tory Lanez is a cautionary tale about trusting someone who claims to know you but, in reality, doesn't know much about you. It is a perfect blend of contemporary RnB and rap, backed by well-executed production, witty wordplay, and metaphors.

The song conveys a powerful message delivered in a masterful blend of beats, lyrics, and vocal delivery. It is a must-listen for fans of RnB and rap, and anyone who loves well-produced music with a message.

• Release Date: December 25, 2015
• Artist: Tory Lanez