Ariana Grande Slams Critics in Spotlight in 'yes, and?' Lyric Video

Sunday, January 14, marked yet another release from Ariana Grande. This time, Grande unveiled the official lyric video for her song "yes, and?". In this video, she appears wearing the same outfit as in the original music video. However, the setting has changed. Grande and her set of dancers seem to be trapped in a 3D photo booth, surrounded by cameras and flashing lights on a circling podium. This setting ties into the theme of scrutiny and the constant spotlight Ariana herself is subjected to at all times.

The lyric video was created by Katia Temkin, with choreography by Will Loftis. It features a talented ensemble of dancers, including Akira Uchida, Lucy Vallely, Jake Tribus, Dai Boyd, Deja McNair, Genessey Castillo, Christine Shepard, Thiago Pacheco, Tilly Evans-Krueger, and Will West. Watch lyric video below.

Originally released on January 12, "yes, and?" is the lead single from Ariana Grande's much-anticipated seventh studio album. This track, infused with late-1980s influences, marked her musical comeback. Vibrant and self-assured, it serves as the opening number for the album, which she began hinting at in late December.

The song's title cleverly encapsulates its theme, as Grande speaks on healing and moving beyond the burden of others' judgments. Throughout the track, she repeatedly challenges the listener with the phrase "yes, and?", prompting a reflection on the reasons behind their interest in her personal life, with the aim of diminishing such scrutiny in the future.

The song also touches on themes of self-respect and boundaries, with Grande asserting control over her life and choices. She emphasizes the sacredness of her words and the importance of owning one's energy, while rejecting unsolicited opinions about her personal decisions.

Full Lyrics of 'yes, and?' by Ariana Grande:

In case you haven't noticed
Well, everybody's tired
And healing from somebody
Or something we don't see just right

Boy, come on, put your lipstick on
(No one can tell you nothing)
Come on and walk this way through the fire
(Don't care what's on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation just
Turn on your light and be like

"yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest... and
Be your own fuckin' best... friend
Say that shit with your chest...
Keep moving like "what's next?"
"yes, and?"

Now I'm so done with caring
What you think, no I won't hide
Underneath your own projections
Or change my most authentic life

Boy, come on, put your lipstick on
(No one can tell you nothing)
Come on and walk this way through the fire
(Don't care what's on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation just
Turn on your light and be like

"yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest... and
Be your own fuckin' best... friend
Say that shit with your chest...
Keep moving like "what's next?"
"yes, and?"

My tongue is sacred, I speak upon what I like
Protected, sexy, discerning with my time
Your energy is yours and mine is mine
What's mine is mine

My face is sitting, I don't need no disguise
Don't comment on my body, do not reply
Your business is yours and mine is mine
Why do you care so much
Whose d!ck I ride
Why?

"yes, and?"
Say that shit with your chest... and
Be your own fuckin' best... friend
Say that shit with your chest...
Keep moving like "what's next?"
"yes, and?"

Watch Ariana Grande's 'yes, and?' Lyric Video: