[Ariana Grande:]
You know you’re really something, yeah
How’d we get here so damn fast?
Only you can tell me that
Baby, ’cause you know I’m coming back
You’re making me forget my past
Never thought I’d feel like that again
I came to peace with my path
Now you got me off track
I’ve never been this scared before
Feelings I just can’t ignore
Don’t know if I should fight or fly
But I don’t mind
Tripping, falling with no safety net
Boy, it must be something that you said
Is it real this time, or is it in my head?
Got me tripping, falling with no safety net
[Ty Dolla $ign:]
Let your guard down, girl
You know we came too far now, girl (Oh)
It’s time for you to play your part now
You know we hit that jewelry store and we gon’ ball out
Ups and downs, we had some fallouts (Ooh, yeah)
Put some ice on you, girl, let it thaw out (Ooh)
Girl, you’re mine, it’s safe to say
At the end of the day
[Ariana Grande (Both) {Ty Dolla $ign}:]
I’ve never been this (scared before)
Feelings I just (can’t ignore)
Don’t know if I should (fight or fly)
But I don’t mind {I don’t mind, I don’t mind}
Mmm {Sheesh, woo}
(Tripping, falling, with no safety net)
Boy, it must be something that you said (Something that you said, {said, ayy})
Is it real this time or is it in my head? {In my head, oh, in my head} (head, yeah)
Got me tripping, falling, with no safety net
[Ariana Grande {Both}:]
(Yeah)
Every time you feel some way, feel a way
Never let me run away, run away, my baby
{Every time you} feel some way, feel a way
{Never let} me run away, {run away}
[Ariana Grande (Both) {Ty Dolla $ign}:]
{Girl, you got me} (tripping, falling, with no safety net)
With no safety net, {oh-ah}, baby
Boy, it must be (something that you said) Something that you said
Is it real this time or is it in my head?
Is it in my head? {Is it all in my head?} Oh, baby
Got me tripping, falling, with no safety net
With no safety net
[Ariana Grande:]
Oh hey
Ah yeah
Falling Without a Safety Net: Exploring Vulnerability in Love
“safety net” by Ariana Grande featuring Ty Dolla $ign dives into the exhilarating yet frightening territory of falling deeply in love. The lyrics express a raw honesty, with Ariana revealing her fears and uncertainties as she surrenders to her feelings. She questions the reality of this intense connection, wondering if it’s just in her head or something truly special. The repeated imagery of “tripping, falling with no safety net” highlights the risk and thrill of emotional vulnerability, making listeners relate to the universal experience of letting down their guard for someone new.
Real Emotions and Shared Trust
Ty Dolla $ign’s verse adds another layer, emphasizing the importance of trust and partnership. He encourages openness and reassures Ariana that their relationship is worth the risk. Together, their voices blend to create a dynamic conversation about the uncertainties and joys of love, making “safety net” a standout track for anyone who’s ever taken a leap of faith in a relationship.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Ariana Grande, Tommy Brown, Leon Thomas III, Khristopher Riddick-Tynes, Charles Anderson, Tyrone Griffin Jr. (Ty Dolla $ign)
Release Year: 2020
Label: Republic Records