Deep Strokes Lyrics – Ari Lennox | from “Vacancy”

Ari Lennox turns up the heat on Deep Strokes, delivering silky, seductive R&B that dives into intimacy with her signature warmth and honesty.

Vacancy represents a fresh era for the D.C.-born artist, her first full-length since parting ways with Dreamville in 2025 and following the acclaimed age/sex/location from 2022. The album leans into themes of emotional availability, self-discovery, and reclaimed sensuality—evident in its warm, vintage-inspired production that mixes live instrumentation, plush grooves, and Lennox’s unmistakable phrasing.

Lead singles like “Soft Girl Era” (celebrating gentleness and peace), “Under the Moon” (a romantic, atmospheric drift), and the title track (reuniting her with Jermaine Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox of “Pressure” fame) have set the tone, building massive hype. The full tracklist flows from upbeat openers like “Mobbin In DC” and “Pretzel” through atmospheric midpoints—”High Key,” “Twin Flame“—to deeper cuts like “24 Seconds,” “Cool Down,” “Horoscope,” “Wake Up,” “Company” (featuring Buju Banton), “Dreaming,” and “Hocus Pocus.” Pre-save links are buzzing on Spotify, with the project positioned as a confident reclaiming of her sound: classic soul instincts meeting modern demands.

After years of standout features, viral moments, and personal growth, Lennox enters this phase empowered and unfiltered. Collaborating with producers like ELITE and others who emphasize clean, warm textures, she lets her voice lead—sultry yet grounded, seductive without overreaching. Deep Strokes captures that essence perfectly: a track likely to linger with its revolutionary body-as-canvas imagery and late-night intimacy, adding another layer to an album that’s already being hailed for its emotional clarity and sonic richness.