With some presentations they managed to do very well in iTunes USA: Best Song Ever (One Direction), Say My Name (Destiny's Child) and Little Talks (Of Monsters and Men) made it to the Top 30 in iTunes USA and the presentations of Say Something (A Great Big World) and Gravity (Sara Bareilles) guaranteed the couple the coveted #1 on iTunes USA.
Shortly after winning the X Factor, Alex & Sierra signed to Columbia Records and in January 2014 started writing songs for their first album. In May, the couple's first single "Scarecrow" came out.
In October 2014 they released the first album "It's About Us", which has the success "Little Do You Know". In August 2016 they released the EP "As Seen on TV", with 8 tracks, containing covers of songs they sang on The X Factor, and some new ones.
In 2017 the couple announced that they had ended the relationship more than a year ago and would not continue making music together, starting their solo career.
Say My Name
Alex & Sierra Lyrics
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When no one is around you
Say, baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Any other day I would call you would say
But today it ain't the same
Every other word is uh huh, yeah okay
Could it be that you are at the crib with another lady?
If you took it there, first of all let me say!
I am not the one to sit around and be played
So prove yourself to me I'm the boy that you claim
Why don't you say the things that you said to me yesterday?
I know you sayin' that I'm assuming things
Something's goin' down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be a reason why you're acting strange
Nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you sayin' everything to me times two
Why can't you just tell the truth?
If somebody's there tell me who
Say my name, say my name
When no one is around you
Say, baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
Oh
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
Say my name, say my name
When no one is around you
Say, baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Better say my name
The song "Say My Name" by Alex & Sierra explores the idea of a partner being unfaithful in a relationship. The main message of the song is the need for open communication and honesty between partners. The first verse starts off with the demand to say the partner's name and express love when they are alone. The chorus echoes this demand, with the added warning that the partner is acting shady and not calling the other person baby. The second verse dives deeper into the suspicious behaviors of the partner, such as avoiding questions about their day and every other word being dismissive. The bridge implores the partner to tell the truth if somebody else is there, emphasizing the need for transparency and honesty.
The lyrics present a co-dependency between the two partners, with the main character demanding proof of the other's affection and loyalty. The song is driven by the fear and anxiety of being cheated on, and the hurt that comes from not knowing something so fundamental to one’s relationship. The repeated chorus acts as a mantra, emphasizing the importance of communication and openness in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Say my name, say my name
Please address and identify me properly.
When no one is around you
When you are alone and have no one else to address or talk to.
Say, baby I love you
Express your feelings of love towards me.
If you ain't runnin' game
If you are not trying to manipulate me or deceive me.
You acting kind of shady, ain't callin' me baby
Your behavior seems suspicious, and you are not addressing me with the usual affectionate name ‘baby’.
Any other day I would call you would say
On other days, I would receive a call from you.
Baby how's your day?
You would greet me using an affectionate term and inquire about my well-being.
But today it ain't the same
However, your behavior or interaction with me today is different.
Every other word is uh huh, yeah okay
You are not engaging with me or responding to my words with genuine interest or attention.
Could it be that you are at the crib with another lady?
Are you staying with another woman at home?
If you took it there, first of all let me say!
If you have done something to betray me, let me clarify my stand on such behavior.
I am not the one to sit around and be played
I cannot tolerate any deceptive behavior or manipulation towards me.
So prove yourself to me I'm the boy that you claim
Assure and demonstrate to me that you are committed and truthful to our relationship.
Why don't you say the things that you said to me yesterday?
Why are you not communicating the same love and care as you did yesterday?
I know you sayin' that I'm assuming things
You may argue that I am being presumptuous in my thoughts.
Something's goin' down that's the way it seems
There is an indication that something wrong or deceitful is happening.
Shouldn't be a reason why you're acting strange
There should be no excuse for your suspicious behavior towards me.
Nobody's holding you back from me
No one or circumstance is preventing you from being with me.
'Cause I know how you usually do
I am aware of your typical behavior and habits.
When you sayin' everything to me times two
You may exaggerate or repeat things when communicating with me.
Why can't you just tell the truth?
Why can't you be honest with me?
If somebody's there tell me who
If there is someone else with you, tell me their identity.
Better say my name
It is important that you address and use my name when speaking to me.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Fred Jerkins Iii, Kelendria Rowland, Lashawn Ameen Daniels, Rodney Jerkins, Beyonce Knowles, Latavia Roberson, Letoya Luckett
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Say my name, say my name
When no one is around you,
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady,
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change?
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you,
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady,
Ain't callin' me baby
Better say my name
[Beyonce:]
Any other day
I would call, you would say,
"Baby, how's your day?"
But today, it ain't the same
Every other word is "Uh huh", "Yeah, okay"
Could it be that you are at the crib with another lady
If you took it there
First of all let me say
I am not the one to sit around and be played
So prove yourself to me
I'm the girl that you claim
Why don't you say the things
That you said to me yesterday
[Pre-chorus:]
I know you say that I am assuming things
Something's going down, that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be no reason why you're acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
Where you're saying everything to me times two
Why can't you just tell the truth
If somebody's there, then tell me who
[Chorus]
[Beyonce:]
What is up with this
Tell the truth, who you with
How would you like it if I came over with my clique
Don't try and change it now
See you've gotta bounce
When two seconds ago,
Said you just got in the house
It's hard to believe that you are at home by yourself
When I just heard the voice, heard the voice of someone else
Just this question why do you feel you got to lie?
Getting caught up in your game
When you can not say my name
[Pre-chorus]
[Chorus]
[Rodney Jenkins]
Where my ladies at
(Yea yea yea yea yea yea)
Can you say that, come on
(Yea yea yea yea, yea yea yea yea, yea yea yea)
All the girls say
(Yea yea yea yea, yea yea yea yea)
What? I can't hear you
(Yea yea yea yea)
All my ladies say
(Yea yea yea yea, yea yea yea yea)
All the girls say
(Yea yea yea yea, yea yea yea yea)
Break it down
(Oh woo, oh)
What what what
@Samie5991
what a shame they broke up. they used to be my fav couple and i used to wish one day i will meet someone who has the love for music like me and we could be like Alex and Sierra, but it does seem like nothing is perfect and nothing lasts forever. :( Good luck to you both on whatever you choose to do. love you guys
@user80134
they broke up?! man how do you keep up with this stuff lol
@rackelthejackel
Seriously!?!? I wish I didn’t read this because when I’d listen to them on my library it was always nice having the idea they‘re still together and how adorable they are.
My heart melts every time I watch their audition video- the way Sierra kept looking at Alex 😍😭☺️aw the love.
I just hope their breakup was “organic” . The “industry” always has a way to ruin people.
@mops6685
@rackelthejackel they broke up? ah now I understand they didnt bring out any songs. thats really unfortunate
@tori2470
If you follow their social media accounts
@lunalove9395
@Gabby Legaspi yeah they broke up in 2017 i think? she's been dating luke hemmings from 5sos since sometime last year
@lateefa.h4253
Literally This is the best cover of “Say my name”!!
Who’s here in 2019?
@brunosoares.r
it's good, but not the best, listen to this one: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YZScE0ohAy0
@silverspiker
2021 I’m here
@muluavila
I loved that change when Alex sings like slow and then comes Sierra like yasss let's slay this. LOVE YOU GUYS <3