Released: 2021
“Baby” by Madison Beer is a captivating exploration of the heady blend of affection, lust, and a certain devil-may-care attitude. This song is the embodiment of a wickedly seductive enchantress, expressing her irresistible allure which leaves whoever encounters her hopelessly enthralled.
From the first verse, Madison Beer establishes a tone of a bold, self-assured woman in the thick of a late-night liaison. She sets the scene with “Baby, baby, tell me what’s the antidote / Wouldn’t text you this late ‘less there’s somethin’ wrong,” highlighting the urgency and compelling nature of their connection. The phrase “I look too good to be in this bedroom” speaks to her incredible self-confidence and allure, and her certainty that she deserves the best.
The chorus is where the listener gets a taste of Madison’s wild side. Here, she asserts herself with lines such as “If you wanna be my baby / Know I’m gonna drive you mad / Probably gonna call me crazy / I’m the best you ever had.” There’s a playful yet dangerous implication here: she’s certainly going to be a thrilling ride, but one that could push you to your limits. The repetition of “on, on, on” in “I can turn you on” further underscores the intensity of the desire she sparks.
In the verses following, Madison continues to maintain her provocative demeanor with lines like “Baby, baby, do I taste like candy?” and “I’m a handful, but that’s what hands are for.” These take the flirtatious bars up a notch, deftly intertwining sweetness and sensuality, while also hinting at a challenge. It’s not going to be a cakewalk being with her – she makes that clear.
Madison Beer’s song doesn’t hold back on her charisma and confidence. It also expresses the intoxicating power of desire and the allure of a free spirit who refuses to be tamed. All in all, “Baby” is a modern-day sirens’ call, a testament to the power of assertive femininity in the pop culture sphere.
