Heavy
Anika Noni Rose Beyoncé & Jennifer Hudson Lyrics
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Heavy, Heavy You got so heavy baby
Heavy, Heavy You got so heavy on me
Beyonce:
You used to be so light and free
You used to smile just looking at me
Now all you give is jealous hate
Dreamgirls:
Heavy, Heavy You got so heavy baby
Heavy, Heavy You got so heavy on me
Announcer:
... present The Dreamgirls presenting their latest hit Heavy.
Dreamgirls:
Heavy, Heavy You got so heavy baby
Heavy, Heavy You got so heavy on me
Beyonce:
You used to want, nothing from me
You used to say lets both be free
You used to dance instead of walk
You never had to talk,talk,talk
Beyonce:
Heavy, Heavy (talk,talk,talk)
You got so heavy baby (talk,talk,talk)
Heavy, Heavy (talk,talk,talk)
Heavy, Heavy, Heavy, Heavy
The song "Heavy" by Anika Noni Rose, Beyoncé Knowles, and Jennifer Hudson from the musical film Dreamgirls expresses the frustration and disappointment in a relationship that has become burdened with negativity. The lyrics depict a significant change in the behavior and attitude of one person in the relationship, who used to be carefree and happy but has now become weighed down by jealousy and possessiveness.
In the first verse, Beyoncé addresses her partner, reminiscing about how they used to have a light and joyful connection. However, she observes that their dynamic has drastically shifted, with her partner now exhibiting intense jealousy and animosity. She urges her partner to let go of these negative emotions, symbolically suggesting that they need to "lose some weight." The heaviness she refers to is not physical, but rather the emotional weight that has burdened their relationship.
The chorus, repeated throughout the song, emphasizes this sense of heaviness that has enveloped the relationship. The dreamgirls sing about how their partner has become heavy on them, indicating the emotional toll it has taken.
As the song progresses, Beyoncé highlights additional changes in the relationship. Her partner's expectations have shifted, and they now demand things from her that they didn't before. The carefree nature they once enjoyed together has been replaced by possessiveness and the need for constant communication. The repetition of the phrase "talk, talk, talk" emphasizes this shift in their communication patterns.
Overall, "Heavy" symbolizes the strain and unhappiness that arises when a relationship becomes burdened by negative emotions and expectations. It serves as a commentary on the toll that jealousy and possessiveness can have on a once-loving connection.
Line by Line Meaning
Heavy, Heavy
You have become burdensome and overwhelming
You got so heavy baby
You have become emotionally draining and demanding
Heavy, Heavy
You have become burdensome and overwhelming
You got so heavy on me
You have placed a heavy emotional burden on me
You used to be so light and free
You used to be carefree and easygoing
You used to smile just looking at me
You used to be happy and content in my presence
Now all you give is jealous hate
Now all you express is envy and resentment
Come on baby baby lose some weight
Come on, reduce the emotional burden you place on me
You used to want, nothing from me
You used to be satisfied without asking for anything from me
You used to say lets both be free
You used to advocate for freedom and independence for both of us
You used to dance instead of walk
You used to express joy and happiness through dancing
You never had to talk, talk, talk
You never had to constantly communicate and explain yourself
Heavy, Heavy (talk, talk, talk)
The burden of constant communication has become overwhelming
You got so heavy baby (talk, talk, talk)
You have become emotionally demanding and talkative
Heavy, Heavy (talk, talk, talk)
The burden of constant communication has become overwhelming
Heavy, Heavy, Heavy, Heavy
The emotional weight and burden have multiplied and become oppressive
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TOM EYEN, HENRY D. KRIEGER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
MKLuciouSTV
I love how Loreal is just chilling in her poncho singing like she's just ready for the session to be over with lol
Jslynn hey
MKLuciouSTV lol yes shes tired of everyone
JLPerryTV
I always loved her reaction in this scene
Jennie Mbella
😆
L C
the way she side eyes Effie always gets me lol she just wanted to sing the song and go
Farrah Lynn
my girl Loreal always minded her business 😂😂
tall & sapphic
the way effie was staring down Deena during this scene always crack me up. staring straight into her soul like "I know this heffa ain't sleeping with my man!" 😂😂
Anahid Pacheco
Honestly😂
Jeffs WCW2K Universe 96-01
Yes! Lol
Turquoise Lomax
That last 'heavy jeavy' before she push that microphone is what gets me 😂😂😂😂💀💀