Florida native Rod Wave is no stranger to heartbreak. The 25-year-old rapper and singer has made a name for himself with his deeply emotional music, often reflecting on the pain of failed relationships. Fans on social media often joke that Rod Wave has never been happy, given how much of his music centers around emotional struggles and love gone wrong. His latest single, “Fall Fast In Love,” continues this theme, offering another poignant tale of romantic turbulence. The song serves as a preview of his highly anticipated album Last Lap, which is set to drop on October 11.
On “Fall Fast In Love,” Rod Wave explores the aftermath of a broken relationship, lamenting his tendency to get too emotionally attached too quickly. In the song, he acknowledges his shortcomings as a partner and reveals his struggle for approval from the girl he’s singing about. Despite his efforts, she’s hesitant to return his feelings, leading to a familiar sense of unrequited love.
Rod Wave’s personal life has often mirrored the themes in his music. Earlier this year, he faced allegations of cheating from his ex-girlfriend, and fans have seen his tumultuous relationships play out publicly. However, these experiences have only fueled his artistry, helping him connect with listeners on a deep emotional level. His authenticity has paid off in a big way—Rod recently shared on Instagram that he is the only rapper to have an album go platinum five years in a row, a remarkable feat in today’s music industry.
His distinctive blend of raw vulnerability and smooth vocals has garnered the attention of some of hip-hop’s biggest names, including Drake. Earlier in September, Rod teased a collaboration with the Canadian superstar, which is now confirmed for release in October. Fans can likely expect more reflections on love and heartbreak when these two emotional heavyweights come together.
As Rod Wave gears up for the release of Last Lap, “Fall Fast In Love” sets the tone for what promises to be another deeply personal project. Stream his latest solo track below and stay tuned for the full album.
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Rod Wave – Fall Fast In Love Lyrics
[Intro]
(Chris, you idiot, look at what you did)
Yeah (T-Turn me up, Fivee)
Uh-huh, uh, uh, uh-uh, uh
Mm-mm, mm-mm-mm
Look, look, mm
Did you come here to save me, or did you come to betray me?
Been feelin’ unlucky lately, tell me what’s up, my baby
I been through a lot of trauma, my exes might think I’m crazy, mm
I’m just a realist, probably the realest
And you know I wrote this song to make you smile, can you feel it?
Uh-huh, uh, uh, and I won’t judge you, you don’t judge me, don’t thug me
If I pop this Perc’ and beat you down, you might love me (Grrah)
Since back in the day, been thuggin’ (Yeah)
You know I got love for my auntie
My bae was with my momma, so I thugged it with my cousins
You know my family showed me tough love
Don’t play me like I’m crazy
I come out that bottom, baby
And I made it out it, baby
You give me a week, I’ma be in lust
You give me a month, I might be in love
I wrote you a letter, do you like me? Yes or no?
I bought you a ticket, when your flight leave, let me know
Fallin’ fast in love, it’s never been a safe thing
Are you fallin’ fast enough?
They’ll tell you that we’re crazy
If you’re not scared (Uh-uh-uh)
Yeah, I’ll be right here (Uh-uh-uh-uh)
Fallin’ fast in love, it’s never been a safe thing
Uh-uh, it’s never been a safe thing
Uh, hold on
Damn, I hate relationships, why we goin’ tit for tat?
Everytime them niggas sent some shots, you know we sent it back
Everytime them niggas spinned on us, you know we spinned it back
Till we started spinnin’ first, then we started spendin’ worse
And I don’t want no messy shit, don’t even wanna get into that
I sent you a letter, baby girl, could you send it back?
Yeah, she had my heart for a lil’ minute, but she won’t give it back
And when I get it back
I might give it to you
Give it to you
Give it to you
Fallin’ fast in love, it’s never been a safe thing
Are you fallin’ fast enough?
They’ll tell you that we’re crazy
If you’re not scared (Uh-uh-uh)
Yeah, I’ll be right here (Uh-uh-uh-uh)
Fallin’ fast in love, it’s never been a safe thing
[Post-Chorus]Uh-uh, it’s never been a safe thing
Uh, hold on