Fading
Rihanna · Loud [2010]
But they feel, like words to me
Well this just, ain't working
Stop thinking, you can run over me
Drifting, settling, off to, a foreign place
If I can't see, what's in front of me
It's a mystery, well then apparently
[Chorus]
Things just ain't the same
And I'm ready for change
Go on, be gone, bye bye, so long
Can't you see that you're fading, fading, fading, fa-a-a-a-ding
Away, away, away, away
I opened up my eyes
And I finally realized
Today, today, it's too late
You're fading away
Put a sock in it
Just stop running your mouth
Got my mind made up
I ain't coming back again
No way, no way, no way, no way
Cause I'm so fed up
You got me messed up
If we hooking back up
Don't pressure love today, today
I'm blowing you away
[Chorus]
Things just ain't the same
And I'm ready for change
Go on, be gone, ta ta, so long
Can't you see that you're fading, fading, fading, fa-a-a-a-ding
Away, away, away, away
I opened up my eyes
And I finally realized
Today, today, it's too late
You're fading away
Saw you turning into a ghost ride in front of my eyes
Tell me what's a girl to do when she's crying inside?
I'm about to go insane
I'm jumping off this train
Whether wrong or right
I'll be gone by night
[Chorus]
Can't you see that you're fading, fading, fading, fa-a-a-a-ding
Away, away, away, away
I opened up my eyes
And I finally realized
Today, today, it's too late
You're fading away
About Fading
"Fading" is a standout track from Rihanna's 2010 album *Loud*, showcasing her evolution as a pop artist who blends R&B sensibilities with electronic production. Released during a pivotal era for her career, the song features a minimalist yet atmospheric production style that highlights her vocal delivery and lyrical themes of emotional detachment and moving on from a relationship. As part of the *Loud* catalogue, it reflects the album's signature sound, characterized by crisp beats and introspective lyrics that resonated with a global audience. The track stands as a testament to Rihanna's ability to craft memorable pop moments that balance personal vulnerability with polished studio craftsmanship, solidifying her status as a dominant force in contemporary music.

