Kai Straw - Swimming Pool (Lyric Video)

[@KaiStraw]

Someone wrote me asking if I could write a song about a woman who’s strong and crushing it but also wants to fall in love - which sparked all these memories from different conversations I’ve had in my life. All of them with ambitious women who had this tension between their ambition and their desire to be loved. There was this sort of shame around it, as if their desire to be with someone romantically conflicted with them seeing themselves as strong or self-sufficient. In the song, I combined all their stories into one - about a girl who paid her way through college and afterward ‘made it’ - culminating in an honest conversation between her and her mom, a mom who essentially tells her that love is a waste of time. That dynamic between her and her mom also comes from those few women I’ve talked to about this, each of whom had a unique friendship with their moms - a dance of expectation and encouragement and support and sometimes pressure. Also, I wouldn’t have written it had I not felt the same thing as the character I’m singing about. There’s been a tug-of-war in my heart between my drive to succeed and - wow, even writing this is sort of embarrassing, goodness, see, I definitely wrote this song, haha - and my romantic life. Sometimes pursuing a dream and falling in love can feel mutually exclusive, and I don’t think they have to be. It’s a very specific song, about a very specific feeling, so I know this won’t connect with everyone, but for a handful of people who listen to my stuff I hope it tells part of your story. Any time I hear multiple people tell a similar story or share a similar feeling - that sounds like we’re quietly rhyming together, an instance of us all singing the same song when we think we’re singing alone.

[@lapapa7089]

“…quietly rhyming together..” 🖤

[@spudotatop4019]

It works in weird ways, when you least expect it. Focus on you and the light you shine will attract someone worth their weight in gold. Cuz you are, you wholesome ass human 🤘🏻 slay on hero of the ink and rhythm!

[@annalill5827]

This is my literal theme song. I’ve been in tears all morning. Thank you

[@khylewalters8768]

You're amazing man, i was in a low low place in December,and I found New Drugs Freestyle. Audio Inspiration. You've easily climbed to one of my favorite artists/producers, as well as inspire me to better myself and my life, and above all, reignite the spark for producing music FOR MYSELF for the first time in yers.. TY

[@LouiseDesquenne]

I have only recently discovered your music Kai but I love everything I’ve heard so far! I think my favorite is Just A Low❤️

[@velvet5749]

Literally the most underrated artist

[@rafaelborrayo2248]

Frfrrrr

[@amyshakib9153]

❤️💀❤️ I love how deep your soul is!

[@KaiStraw]

❤️💀❤️ 💀❤️

[@debi-ss1gg]

Got my SWIMMING POOL tank, thanks!

[@AunteeDee]

Beautiful, Kai 👏

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you!

[@elissajo3671]

Beautiful Kai! I love feeling your heart

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you! ❤️

[@LouiseDesquenne]

Already listening for the third time in a row!❤sending to my daughter ❤

[@davidevans6719]

I swear this guy don't miss Legit listened to every vocal he's ever put out Ya days coming king Keep throwing out anthems and one day everyone else will hear what we do 😎😎

[@trisouls2771]

still around and listening, idk if you be remembering comments like that or whatever but, i found ya during a rough patch like 2-3 years ago, i'm in my own house in my living room on my brand new computer streaming through my wi-fi bro and it feels so good. like, i thought i was gonna for real be a homeless drunk guy for a sec..... i turn 30 in october and i feel like because i found ya right when your stuff was hitting me like that i'll be listening to your music until i die or you stop making it lol keep it up kai, ya crazy diamond you /,,/

[@xtgdelrio]

Fkn love it, Kai. 🤘💜🔥

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you! 💜

[@missmegs5212]

One of my fav lately ❤❤

[@KaiStraw]

❤❤❤

[@laisiberry9802]

I’m going to just cut to the chase, when you’re ready to share your view…. 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️ Lol! I think it’s safe to say you killed it -again!

[@markhoward8382]

It makes me feel the same way I feel when I hear walk on the ocean or fast car.

[@tripyyhipyy368]

I am glad that you were able to take something that can be seemed as shameful, but turned it into a happy, uplifting rhythm.

[@KaiStraw]

Always trying to go into the dark and turn on a light.

[@tripyyhipyy368]

You, sir, are one of the people we need more of on this world.

[@AdamHolzgrove]

All of your music has soul. I’m glad I found it

[@KaiStraw]

I'm glad you found it, too.

[@ellyzepp]

I love the fact that you've touched on the fact that a lot of parents project their negative experiences onto their children - this is unfortunately an issue that happens a lot and acknowledging it helps those that have gone through this to break the cycle - thank you, Kai 💕

[@tinalarkin2642]

Can definitely relate to the feelings of this one! Not so much as a lover but more succeeding in one area of life only to forgo another. 16 yrs of marriage to a soldier, I have my lover, but I’m still lonely a lot of times. I gave up a career, and as strongly independent I am, I’ve struggled, just as these ladies have in love. Don’t get me wrong I’m happily married! It not weakness to yearn for something like love or a passion, just patience. Still a great one Kai!! ❤

[@h.dahling]

Dang. Ive fallen hard for this song. Xxoxoxox.

[@pookie8890]

🔥🔥

[@KaiStraw]

🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️

[@catrinaprager]

Tears to my eyes. Feels so personal. How do you always do that? :) Keep sending your light into the world, man.

[@KaiStraw]

Glad you're feelin' it! And thank you, I'm gonna keep at it.

[@thapurplebandit_writes]

This song got me in my feelings! I just found him on Instagram, and I already Absolutely love this song & artist! Keep up the great songs!

[@KaiStraw]

Glad you're feelin' it and thanks for diving in!

[@MadLittleBrunette]

💀Love it! ❤

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you! 🏴‍☠️❤️

[@MadLittleBrunette]

@@KaiStraw this speaks to me and my situation. So thank you! ❤️

[@river9619]

☠love it . ❤‍🔥🔥

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you! 🏴‍☠️

[@belicimob8248]

💀 Love this one! Great lyrics and an amazing creative concept to start with. Video is simple and fun and you deliver the lyrics with heart. Thank you

[@KaiStraw]

Glad you’re feelin’ it, thank you! 🏴‍☠️

[@justk611]

Every time , your songs cut so deep, amazing ❤‍🔥

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you!

[@LivingDewCrew]

Great music as always!!

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you!

[@MrDevman13]

Got hooked the first time I heard this and its been on repeat for 3 or 4 days now. Brilliant lyricism. I'd love to learn it on guitar. Anyone figure out the chords for this?!

[@Miiiinniiie]

I love that music Video!:)) it was such a vibe

[@kaitlynrice7306]

Awesome song! Your voice is so unique and addictive. Keep it up!

[@KaiStraw]

Thank you, and will do!

[@TobiiRheaStarr]

Love this!! 🖤

[@JointdaleRecords]

wow man, this is an amazin track ....mad propz yo....keep up the great work

[@debi-ss1gg]

This song speaks to me. My Dad left my Mom when I was 13 years old... Unfortunately, she was supper bitter and told me to stay single forever b/c men where evil... I ranway from her when I was 18 years old & decided I love love. All facets of it, good & bad.

[@camaraobrawl5506]

Nice music, it will take a time to become a fever, until there, I hope we could enjoy while isn't on top 🌟💫💫⭐🌟

[@Yek.Wollem]

Can i please have the stems so I can remix and master this for you

[@nrsvlda70]

Great song.. thank-you! Checking out your songs… new sub (Ren sent me)!!

[@benhn1]

Such emotional weight behind every song you write, you're a phenomenal artist.

[@colins8258]

💀💀💀

[@KaiStraw]

🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️