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Dark Red

"Dark Red" by Steve Lacy is an alternative R&B song originally performed in the key of E minor. Released in 2017 as part of his debut solo project "Steve Lacy's Demo," the track showcases Lacy's soulful vocals and innovative production style. Lacy, an American singer-songwriter and guitarist known for his work with the band The Internet, is both the interpreter and composer of the song. Notably, "Dark Red" received critical acclaim for its lush instrumentation, which includes groovy basslines, funky guitar riffs, and smooth synth layers. The melody exudes a sensual and atmospheric vibe, with Lacy's emotive delivery and introspective lyrics adding depth and authenticity to the track.
Dark Red - Steve Lacy

a g a g b b a g e d
Something bad is 'bout to happen to me
a g a g b b a g e d
I don't know it , but I feel it coming
a g a g b b a g e d
Might be so sad , might leave my nose running
e e d e g E D C b g ( b a# b )
I just hope she don't wanna leave me

b f# a b D D b a b g
Don't you give me up , please don't give up
b f# a b D D b a b g b b a
Honey , I belong with you , and only you , baby
b a a a , b a a
Only
you , my girl , only you , babe
b a a , b a a
Only you , darling , only you , babe
b a a a , b a a
Only you , my girl , only you , babe
b a a , b a
Only you , darling , only you

a g a g b b a g e d
Something bad is 'bout to happen to me
a g a g b b a g e d
Why I feel this way , I don't know , baby
g a g a g b b a g e d
I think of her so much , it drives me crazy
e e d e g E D C b g ( b a# b )
I just don't want her to leave me

b f# a b D D b a b g
Don't you give me up , please don't give up
b f# a b D D b a b g b b a
Honey , I belong with you , and only you , baby
b a a a , b a a
Only
you , my girl , only you , babe
b a a , b a a
Only you , darling , only you , babe
b a a a , b a a
Only you , my girl , only you , babe
b a a , b a
Only you , darling , only you

D g D g
What if she's fine?
D g g b C D b
It's my mind that's wrong
D g D g
And I just let bad thoughts
b b g b g f# g
Linger for far too long

D g D g
What if she's fine?
D g g b C D b
It's my mind that's wrong
D g D g
And I just let bad thoughts
b b g b g f# g
Linger for far too long

b f# a b D D b a b g
Don't you give me up , please don't give up
b f# a b D D b a b g b b a
Honey , I belong with you , and only you , baby
b a a a , b a a
Only
you , my girl , only you , babe
b a a , b a a
Only you , darling , only you , babe
b a a a , b a a
Only you , my girl , only you , babe
b a a , b a
Only you , darling , only you