Grande's second studio album, My Everything (2014), continued the pop-R&B sound of its predecessor and incorporated EDM elements. It topped the Billboard 200 and featured four US top-ten singles: "Problem", "Break Free", "Bang Bang", and "Love Me Harder" featuring The Weeknd, the most of any artist that year. Grande's pop-R&B styles extended on her third studio album, Dangerous Woman (2016), which was her first of three consecutive number-one albums in the UK, and spawned top ten hits such as the Grammy nominated title track and "Side to Side".
On her next two albums, Sweetener (2018) and Thank U, Next (2019), Grande experimented with trap while maintaining her characteristic pop-R&B tones; being projects with her most creative control yet and showing a more personal and vulnerable side, both debuted at number one in several countries and were acclaimed by music critics. The former won a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album and spawned the international top three hit "No Tears Left to Cry", while the latter broke several streaming records. Grande became the first solo artist to hold the top three spots on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously when "7 Rings", "Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored" and "Thank U, Next" did so in 2019. She is also the first artist to have the lead singles from each of their first six studio albums debut within the top ten in the US.
Grande released her sixth studio album, Positions (2020) with its lead single, "Positions" debuting at number one in the US and the UK simultaneously. The song became her third number one hit in the US following "Stuck With U" in collaboration with Justin Bieber and "Rain On Me", also in collaboration with Lady Gaga. A deluxe version of Positions was released in February 2021, with four new songs and a remix of "34+35" featuring Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion. The remix helped the song peak at number two, the highest-charting song credited to three or more female soloist since 2001 when "Lady Marmalade" performed by Christina Aguilera, Mýa, P!nk, and Lil Kim peaked at number one. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming her fifth album to do so. In April 2021, a remix of The Weeknd's "Save Your Tears" was released featuring Grande. The song reached number one in both the US Hot 100 and the Canadian Hot 100. It spent a total of 69 weeks in the US charts, becoming one of the ten longest-running songs in that chart since its publication.
In November 2021, it was announced that Grande would star in the two-part film adaptation of the musical Wicked. The movie is set to release on November 24th, 2024.
Ariana Grande’s highly anticipated seventh studio album “eternal sunshine" was released on March 8th, 2024. The title references to one of her favourite films, “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” which stars Jim Carrey. The lead single “yes, and?" was released on January 12, 2024. This song was inspired by Madonna’s “Vogue”and captures the sound of house. eternal sunshine had a debut at #1 on the Global Spotify charts, and earned the most streamed album in 2024 so far.
Grande has received various accolades, including two Grammy Awards, one Brit Award, two Billboard Music Awards, and three American Music Awards. All five of Grande's full-length albums have been certified platinum by the RIAA. As one of the leading streaming pioneers in the world, she has amassed over 35 billion streams on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music and is the most listened female on the latter two. An influential figure on social media, she is an outspoken feminist and supporter for LGBT rights. She asserts control over her public image and is known for her ponytail hairdo and bold fashion statements. In February 2019, she became the most followed woman on Instagram. Forbes ranked her amongst the highest-paid celebrities in 2019, and Time named Grande as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016 and 2019. Billboard recognized her as the "Woman of the Year" in 2018.
Get On Your Knees
Ariana Grande Lyrics
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Baby, just get on your knees (on your knees)
Say pretty please, say pretty please, say pretty please
Baby just say pretty please
I'll be back at eleven, you just act like a peasant
Got a bow on my panties because my ass is a present
Yeah it's gooder than Meagan, you look good when you're beggin'
Let me sit on your face, it's ok you can play with it
When I'm bouncin' it, chill out and don't you make a mistake with it
Let me see what you're workin' with, if you're ridin', I'm murkin' it
Slow grindin', I'm twerkin' it, yeah I bagged him, I Birkin'd it
I don't need a dozen roses
You ain't gotta wine and dine me, no
I don't need a pretty poet
Ooh, gettin' all emotional
You gotta beg for it, beg for it
I wanna see you lookin' up
Baby I'ma need you to beg, beg beg for it
Get on your knees, get on your knees, get on your knees
Baby, just get on your knees (on your knees)
Say pretty please, say pretty please, say pretty please
Baby just say pretty please (pretty please)
Gimme brain, assume the position
Make me way smarter like you was a magician
Paid my dues and tuition, it's good for your nutrition
Good head like a beautician, got me twitchin', finish your mission
Finish your mission, you make it come down, make it run down
I'ma need you to give these other dudes the run down
You got that legendary, this shit is fake, scary
Got me seein' them fireworks, I'm on my Kate Perry
I don't need a dozen roses
You ain't gotta wine and dine me, no
I don't need a pretty poet
Ooh, gettin' all emotional
You gotta beg for it, beg for it
I wanna see you lookin' up
Baby I'ma need you to beg, beg beg for it (I need you to beg) (let's go)
'Cause we are just animals
Baby it's primal
I want you on all fours
And before I let you walk, you gotta show me how you crawl
If you want it all
It's non negotiable
So do as I say (I say)
If you wanna get the job, you better know who's the boss
(Yeah)
I don't need a dozen roses
You ain't gotta wine and dine me, no
I don't need a pretty poet
Ooh, gettin' all emotional
You gotta beg for it, beg for it (beg for it)
I wanna see you lookin' up (lookin' up)
Baby I'ma need you to beg, beg beg for it
Get on your knees, get on your knees, get on your knees
Baby, just get on your knees (on your knees)
Say pretty please, say pretty please, say pretty please
Baby just say pretty please (pretty please)
The lyrics of "Get On Your Knees" by Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj depict a sexual power dynamic between the two artists and a male partner. The song consists of two verses, one from each artist, where they assert their dominance and control over the partner. They demand that the partner get on their knees and beg for sexual pleasure.
In the chorus, they reiterate the demand for the partner to get on their knees and say "pretty please," signaling the idea of the partner being submissive and following their commands. The lyrics further intensify with lines like "let me sit on your face" and "make me way smarter like you was a magician," suggesting that the artists are in charge of the sexual experience and expect their partner to comply with their desires.
The song showcases a sexual relationship based on power dynamics, where the artists assume a dominant role, and the partner is expected to submit to their demands.
Line by Line Meaning
Get on your knees, get on your knees, get on your knees
I want you to submit to me completely, show me that you're mine and willing to do as I say
Baby, just get on your knees (on your knees)
I want you to understand that I am dominant in this situation and you need to show me your obedience
Say pretty please, say pretty please, say pretty please
I enjoy hearing you beg for my attention and affection, it makes me feel powerful and in control
Baby just say pretty please
I need you to confirm that you are willing to be submissive and accept my commands
I'll be back at eleven, you just act like a peasant
I will be gone for a while, but I expect you to remain subservient and wait for my return like a loyal servant
Got a bow on my panties because my ass is a present
I know that I am desirable and attractive, and I am using that to manipulate and control you
Yeah it's gooder than Meagan, you look good when you're beggin'
I know that you are infatuated with me, and I enjoy seeing you in a state of desperation and craving my approval
I be laughing when you beggin' me, to just put the head in
I find pleasure in teasing and taunting you, making you beg for my intimacy and then denying you
Let me sit on your face, it's ok you can play with it
I am confident in my sexuality and enjoy being in control of your pleasure, using you for my own satisfaction
When I'm bouncin' it, chill out and don't you make a mistake with it
I need you to understand that I have the power in this situation, and if you disobey me or disobey my rules, I will punish you
Let me see what you're workin' with, if you're ridin', I'm murkin' it
I am curious to see what you can do for me, and I am willing to reward you for your obedience and skill
Slow grindin', I'm twerkin' it, yeah I bagged him, I Birkin'd it
I am using my sexuality to control and manipulate you, making you feel like you owe me something
I don't need a dozen roses
I am not interested in traditional romantic gestures, I want you to prove your loyalty and obedience to me in other ways
You ain't gotta wine and dine me, no
I don't need to be pampered or treated like a princess, I just expect you to be subservient and willing to please me
I don't need a pretty poet
I am not interested in your words or poetry, I am only interested in your actions and obedience
Ooh, gettin' all emotional
I am aware of your feelings for me, but I am not interested in them, only in how you can serve me
You gotta beg for it, beg for it
I need you to understand that I am in control of this situation, and that you must earn my attention and affection by showing me your dedication and obedience
I wanna see you lookin' up
I enjoy the power dynamic of you being on your knees and looking up at me, it reinforces my dominance and control over you
Baby I'ma need you to beg, beg beg for it
I expect you to show me your submission and servitude by begging for my attention and affection
Gimme brain, assume the position
I want you to perform oral sex on me, and I expect you to do so without hesitation or resistance
Make me way smarter like you was a magician
I want you to make me feel smart and desirable, like a magician who can make me feel good and fulfill my desires
Paid my dues and tuition, it's good for your nutrition
I am confident in my abilities and my power over you, and I believe that what I offer is good for you and will benefit you as well
Good head like a beautician, got me twitchin', finish your mission
I am enjoying the sexual pleasure you are providing me, and I expect you to continue until I am satisfied, without any complaints or resistance
You make it come down, make it run down
I want you to make me orgasm, and I expect you to do so with enthusiasm and skill
I'ma need you to give these other dudes the run down
I want you to know that you are not the only one serving me, and that I am using your jealousy and insecurity to manipulate and control you
You got that legendary, this shit is fake, scary
I know that my sexuality and power over you is legendary, and I am using that to make you feel small and paranoid
Got me seein' them fireworks, I'm on my Kate Perry
I am enjoying the pleasure you are providing me, and I am using this experience to boost my own ego and confidence
'Cause we are just animals
I believe that human beings are driven by their primal desires and instincts, and I am using that knowledge to manipulate and control you
Baby it's primal
I want you to understand that our sexual relationship is primitive and instinctual, and that I am in control of this primal urge
I want you on all fours
I need you to be in a submissive and vulnerable position, so that I can exercise my power and control over you
And before I let you walk, you gotta show me how you crawl
I want you to prove your loyalty and servitude to me, and I will not let you leave unless you have demonstrated complete submission and devotion
If you want it all
I am offering you a sexual and emotional experience that you crave, but you must be willing to submit to me completely in exchange
It's non negotiable
I am in complete control of this relationship, and I will not tolerate any resistance, disobedience, or negotiation from you
So do as I say (I say)
I am the one in charge here, and I expect you to do everything I tell you to do without hesitation or resistance
If you wanna get the job, you better know who's the boss
I am offering you a sexual and emotional experience that you crave, but you must recognize that I am the one in control, and that I will always be the boss
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Katy Perry, Lukasz Gottwald, Chloe Angelides, Nicki Minaj, Sarah Hudson, Jacob Kasher Hindlin, Henry Russell Walter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@manolisvlt836
SUCH AN UNDERRATED BOP
@Hi-ys1ss
No I don’t want everyone to know about it
@so_sillyy
@@Hi-ys1ss U do have a point ngl
@gisele__________________
the katy perry firework bar makes sense knowing that katy was supposed to be on this track 😭 ariana slayed it tho
@sumasinha2452
Nobody's talking about nicki Minaj....... This song is incomplete without her 😭
@7vn.bluntz
Shii it's her song so people should.
@camilleplays5691
“If you wanna get the job you better know who’s the boss” was my fav line
@girlsgenerationtaylorsversion
cause it's hers??
@imcoldburrr3613
@@girlsgenerationtaylorsversion yes n cause she’s the queen of rap😒
@ArianaGates69
Duh nobody talking about her, cause this is her song and tbh Ari is here cause they're friends and have a record of good collabs, side to side is a prime example