Nights Like This (feat. Ty Dolla $ign)

Kehlani's 'Nights Like This' featuring Ty Dolla $ign is a poignant reflection on the pain of unrequited love and the struggle to move on from a relationship that has ended. The lyrics express a deep sense of betrayal and disappointment as Kehlani recounts giving her heart to someone who didn't value it, symbolized by the line 'Should've never gave you my heart on consignment.' The use of the word 'consignment' suggests a temporary arrangement, indicating that the love and trust she offered were mishandled and not returned in kind.

The chorus of the song captures the loneliness and longing that can haunt someone during quiet moments, particularly at night. Kehlani sings about reminiscing over what once was and the difficulty of understanding why the love has become distant. The repeated question 'If I called, would you pick it up?' underscores the uncertainty and desire for connection that still lingers, despite the pain caused by the other person's inconsistency and emotional games.

The song also touches on the theme of hope and the cycle of being let down. The lines 'You gon' get my hopes high, girl' followed by 'Just gon' tell me more lies, girl' reflect the cycle of hope and disappointment that comes with holding onto someone who is not fully committed. Kehlani's emotional delivery and the relatable lyrics resonate with anyone who has experienced the rollercoaster of trying to hold onto a love that is slipping away, making 'Nights Like This' a powerful anthem for the heartbroken.