by Let’s keep it a buck – relationships are like Drake albums. They start off hot, with everyone feeling some type of way, but after a while, that “Hotline Bling” energy starts fading. Just like Jay-Z and Beyoncé showed us, every power couple needs work to stay powered up. Don’t let your love story turn into a breakup song – here’s how to keep that flame lit like Kendrick’s verse on “Love.”
1. Stay Connected Like Wu-Tang
Hold hands like you’re forming Voltron. It doesn’t cost a thing (J.Lo taught us that), and you can do it anywhere from the grocery store to the block. It’s that simple gesture that says, “We locked in,” without saying a word.
2. Hit Them Stores Together
We ain’t talking about Home Depot runs (though if that’s your vibe, do you). Think more like picking out that fresh fit, some new scents, or something spicy from Victoria’s Secret. Make it a whole vibe, like Rihanna and A$AP Rocky on a shopping spree.
3. Drop Them Compliments Like Bars
Keep them compliments coming like Lil Wayne’s punchlines. Skip the basic “thanks for taking out the trash” and hit ’em with that “you looking like a whole meal” type energy. Make your words hit like Grammy speeches.
4. Take a Quick Trip
Pull up like Bonnie and Clyde (minus the crime). Whether it’s finding that hole-in-the-wall spot that makes fire wings or exploring some scenic views, sometimes you gotta get out and create memories like a music video montage.
5. Phone Off, Love On
Put that phone down like it’s a mic drop moment. Them TikToks and Twitter beefs can wait. Give your person that Alicia Keys “No One” attention – undivided and unmatched.
6. Keep Them Date Nights Classic
Run it back like a throwback jam. Sometimes the classics hit different – dinner, movie, holding hands in the dark like you’re back in high school. Keep it traditional like Nas, but make it feel fresh like Tyler, The Creator.
7. Flowers Still Got That Power
Even 50 Cent knows every thug needs love. Flowers might seem old school, but they hit different when they’re unexpected. Know their favorites like you know your favorite album tracks.
8. Surprise Them With That Good-Good
It’s not about coppin’ a Birkin (unless you got it like that). Sometimes, it’s the little things – their favorite snacks, that book they mentioned, or something that made you think of them. Just skip the office supplies unless they specifically asked for that.
9. Send Them Digital Love Notes
Slide in their DMs like you’re still trying to win them over. Hit ’em with that “just heard our song” or “missing your face rn” type message. Keep it real, like J. Cole, and keep it real about love.
10. Show That Welcome Home Energy
Give them that DJ Khaled “Another One!” energy when they walk through the door. Act like they just won a Grammy every time they come home. That enthusiasm hits different when it’s genuine.
11. Keep Them Love Taps Coming
Surprise them with that affection like an unexpected feature on a track. A random kiss or hug can hit harder than a beat drop when it’s not expected.
12. Cook Up Something Together
Get in that kitchen like you’re on Top Chef, but make it romantic. Grocery shopping, cooking, the whole nine. Maybe throw on some D’Angelo while you’re cooking – that always sets the mood right.
Don’t let your love story turn into a sad R&B track. Keep it fresh like vinyl, classic like Tupac, and real like Rapsody. These moves ain’t rocket science or won’t break the bank – they just need that real one energy and consistency.
Remember what Big Sean said: “I got a million trillion things I’d rather do than to wake up and not be with you.” Keep that energy, and watch your relationship stay platinum status.
