Draft:Fallin' Up (Elle Varner song)

"Fallin' Up"
Single by Elle Varner
ReleasedNovember 26, 2024 (2024-11-26)
Genre
  • R&B
  • soul
Length4:24
LabelTwo Twelve Enterprises
Songwriter(s)Elle Varner
Producer(s)
  • Jordan Waré
  • Los Hendrix
Elle Varner singles chronology
"Black"
(2024)
"Fallin' Up"
(2024)
"TBD"

Fallin' Up is a single by American singer-songwriter Elle Varner, released on November 26, 2024. Written and performed by Varner, and produced by Jordan Waré and Los Hendrix, the song blends elements of classic R&B and modern soul. Its introspective lyrics and dreamy production explore themes of vulnerability, joy, and the intoxicating magic of love. The single follows her May 2024 release, "Black," and marks her continued work as an independent artist under her label, Two Twelve Enterprises.

Background and Release

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Following her departure from RCA Records, Elle Varner embraced creative independence with the release of *Fallin' Up* under her label, Two Twelve Enterprises. The single was officially released on November 26, 2024, and distributed via TuneCore. Varner described the song as a reflection on love that feels boundless and uplifting.[1]

The release is part of her broader artistic resurgence, with Varner actively touring and working on her next album. While she has hinted at new projects, no subsequent single has been announced.[2]

Composition and Lyrics

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Fallin' Up combines rich, soulful production with Varner’s signature velvety vocals. Produced by Jordan Waré and Los Hendrix, the track incorporates live strings and atmospheric textures, creating an ethereal soundscape. According to Rated R&B, the production balances "nostalgia for classic R&B with modern, atmospheric vibes."[1]

The song’s lyrics explore themes of vulnerability, intimacy, and joy. In the chorus, Varner sings, "It’s nothing like a drug / I always have enough / It’s like I’m fallin' up," capturing the uplifting and addictive qualities of love.[3] The verses include poetic imagery, such as:

  • "But when I finally get to touch your face / Caress your skin and dig in with my fingertips / And color on your body with my painted lips / It's ecstasy and fantasy and reality."*

Music Video

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On November 27, 2024, a fan-uploaded lyric video for *Fallin' Up* debuted on YouTube, highlighting the song's themes with simple, atmospheric visuals.[3]

An official music video has been confirmed and is currently in production, according to insiders. Varner has indicated that the video will expand on the song’s emotional and visual storytelling.[1]

Reception

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Fallin' Up has received positive reviews from music critics and fans alike. Rated R&B described the song as a "warm embrace," praising its rich storytelling and production.[1] The YouTube channel Lyric Monster noted its ability to balance nostalgia for classic R&B with a modern, atmospheric feel, calling it "a journey through vulnerability, intimacy, and joy."[3]

While it is too early to determine the song’s commercial impact, its release has reignited excitement for Varner’s upcoming projects.

Credits and Personnel

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  • Performed by: Elle Varner
  • Written by: Elle Varner
  • Produced by: Jordan Waré, Los Hendrix
  • Label: Two Twelve Enterprises
  • Length: 4:24

References

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  1. ^ a b c d "Elle Varner Releases New Song "Fallin Up"". Rated R&B. November 27, 2024. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  2. ^ "Elle Varner | Official Website". ellevarner.com. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
  3. ^ a b c "Elle Varner - Fallin' Up (Lyric Video)". YouTube. November 27, 2024. Retrieved November 28, 2024.
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