I can find my way
Never needed anybody to stay, to stay
I’ve been the one to slip away
Never thought I’d find another could fly here at my pace
If you dare, meet me there
I’ll be higher than the exosphere
‘Cause I know now, I’m safe and sound
And I won’t come down for you
‘Cause I’m cool
On my own
But it’s warmer
In your arms
‘Cause it’s nice to unravel
Tears, how they travel
Happy ones tonight
‘Cause it’s warm
In your arms
Can you hold the space I require
Or will you turn the page? the page
Will you love me like it’s true?
Am I just on your to-do list? I promise either way
If you dare, meet me there
I’ll be higher than the exosphere
‘Cause I know now, I’m safe and sound
And I won’t come down for you
‘Cause I’m cool
On my own
But it’s warmer
In your arms
‘Cause it’s nice to unravel
Tears, how they travel
Happy ones tonight
‘Cause it’s warm
In your arms
It’s so good, it’s so close, I can taste it
On my lips, this is your invitation
If you dare, meet me up here, meet me up here
There’s only this, this
It’s so good, it’s so close, I can taste it
On my lips, this is your invitation
If you dare, meet me up here, meet me up here
There’s only this
‘Cause I’m cool
On my own
But it’s warmer
In your arms
‘Cause it’s nice to unravel
Tears, how they travel
Happy ones tonight
‘Cause it’s warm
‘Cause it’s warm in your arms
Finding Comfort in Vulnerability
“warm” by Ariana Grande explores the delicate balance between independence and the yearning for emotional intimacy. The lyrics reveal a protagonist who is self-sufficient and comfortable being alone, yet discovers a unique warmth in the arms of someone special. Lines like “I’m cool on my own, but it’s warmer in your arms” highlight the transformation from solitude to shared happiness. The song’s references to unraveling and happy tears suggest that true connection brings both comfort and a safe space to express emotions. Grande’s invitation to “meet me up here” in the exosphere paints love as both elevating and freeing, emphasizing trust and mutual vulnerability as pathways to genuine closeness.
Song Credits
“warm” is performed by Ariana Grande. The song was released in 2024. Songwriting credits include Ariana Grande. The track was released under Republic Records.