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Savannah Ré’s “Nine Lives” Is a Fierce Reminder That the Strongest Love Starts Within
Apr
Savannah Ré’s latest R&B/trap offering, “Nine Lives,” is a confident, sultry anthem rooted in self-worth and resilience. Led by a hypnotic acoustic guitar loop and the singer’s mesmerizing vocal range, the chorus puts a clever spin on the saying “all cats have nine lives” by comparing it to her goodies. Through the lyrics, she boldly states that she’s quite irresistible, insinuating that her suitors always come back wanting more.
As the song continues, Savannah Ré expresses herself in a way that’s relatable when entering the dating field. In a word, the musician makes it known that she’s done entertaining anything less than what she deserves. Moreso, she knows what she brings to the table.
The lyrics “When you tell me get a life/Already lived them all/Kill me once, kill me twice, baby you should know,” also show listeners that she’s been through highs and lows whether it was heartbreaks or the healing process. Regardless of life’s ups and downs, Savannah Ré comes out stronger on the other side. No matter what happens, she knows how to weather the temporary storms in both her personal and love life.
Other lyrics like “I’ve been the worst / I’ve been the best / I’ve been a saint / I’ve been a wife / I’ve been a b***h / I just gotta keep my cool / Wouldn’t you like to know?” serve as an unapologetic reflection on her role as a romantic partner and woman in society. In hindsight, “Nine Lives” shows the depth of Savannah Ré’s loyalty toward herself and those she loves.
All-in-all, Savannah Ré’s “Nine Lives” showcases how vulnerability and strength go hand in hand. With this record, Savannah Ré makes it clear: the most powerful love starts with the one you give yourself.