Step up, the two of us, nobody knows us
Get in the car like, “Skrrt”
Staying up all night, order me pad thai
Then we gon’ sleep ’til noon
Me with no makeup, you in the bathtub
Bubbles and bubbly, ooh
This is a pleasure, feel like we never
Act this regular
Click, click, click and post
Drip-drip-dripped in gold
Quick, quick, quick, let’s go
Kiss me and take off your clothes
Imagine a world like that
Imagine a world like that
We go like up ’til I’m ‘sleep on your chest
Love how my face fits so good in your neck
Why can’t you imagine a world like that?
Imagine a world
Knew you were perfect after the first kiss
Took a deep breath like, “Ooh”
Feels like forever, baby, I never
Thought that it would be you
Tell me your secrets, all of the creep shit
That’s how I know it’s true
Baby, direct it, name in the credits
Like the movies do
Click, click, click and post
Drip-drip-dripped in gold
Quick, quick, quick, let’s go
Kiss me and take off your clothes
Imagine a world like that
Imagine a world like that
We go like up ’til I’m ‘sleep on your chest
Love how my face fits so good in your neck
Why can’t you imagine a world like that?
Imagine a world
Can you imagine it?
Can you imagine it?
Can you imagine it?
Can you imagine it?
Can you imagine it? (Can you imagine?)
Can you imagine it? (Can you imagine?)
Can you imagine it? (Can you imagine?)
Ooh, imagine it (Can you imagine?)
Imagine it, imagine it
Imagine it, imagine it
Imagine, imagine
Imagine, imagine
Imagine, imagine
Dreaming of Intimacy: A Look into “imagine”
In “imagine,” Ariana Grande paints a vivid picture of a private, romantic world shared by two people. The lyrics transport listeners into intimate moments—late-night takeout, cozy mornings, and effortless affection. Grande’s storytelling is both relatable and aspirational, inviting us to envision a relationship where vulnerability and joy coexist. The repetition of “Imagine a world like that” acts as both a plea and a promise, blurring the line between fantasy and reality. The song taps into the longing for a love that is equal parts comfort and excitement, making the listener wonder if such a perfect connection could exist outside our dreams.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Ariana Grande, Andrew “Pop” Wansel, Priscilla Renea, Jameel Roberts, Nathan Perez
Release Year: 2018
Label: Republic Records