Banks has released three mixtapes (Fantasea in 2012, Slay-Z in 2016 and Yung Rapunxel: Pt.II in 2019), one studio album (Broke with Expensive Taste in 2014) and two extended plays (1991 in 2012 and Icy Colors Change in 2018). Her long-delayed second and third studio albums, Fantasea II: The Second Wave and Business & Pleasure, await release. The lead singles from each respective album, "Anna Wintour" and "Black Madonna" were released in April 2018 and June 2020 respectively.
In early 2017, Banks launched her online store, CheapyXO. The site sells spiritual items, artist merchandise from Banks and most notably, original skin-care products. In December 2017, she had her film debut in the musical drama Love Beats Rhymes, receiving positive reviews for her performance as the lead actress in the film.
Throughout her career, Banks' social media presence and outspoken views, especially on U.S. politics and race, have attracted significant controversy, criticism, and media scrutiny. She has developed a reputation for having disputes with public figures on Twitter.
Paradiso
Azealia Banks Lyrics
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Fun if you want to
Stay in the shade all day if you want to
Villa with shore view, 'punzle I adore you
Bitches rock whatever she say they can afford too
What'chu know about open out key west, relax, recess, all up on the beach, yes
Beach sandy, look at little bambi in the two piece set looking like a banjee
Can we kick it in the Hamptons?
Porto Pino with a champagne
She a leader and a champion
Coco dream things, aqua green scenes
Palm trees caribbean queen
A paradise with me is so amazing
So elevating, switch up on the beat and scene
In the song "Paradiso" by Azealia Banks, the lyrics discuss the pleasures of being able to relax and have fun without any worries. The lyrics describe the ability to be carefree and enjoy life on a beautiful vacation in a luxurious villa with a stunning view of the ocean. Azealia Banks talks about the power of money, saying that the wealthy can do whatever they want, including traveling to exotic destinations and wearing expensive clothes.
The song also represents a sense of empowerment, specifically for women. Azealia Banks mentions that the women in the song can do whatever they want and rock expensive clothes if they wish to do so. The freedom to live life on their own terms, without anyone else's judgment, is discussed in the lyrics as well.
Overall, "Paradiso" is a song about the pleasure of living life, enjoying the finer things, and not worrying about the opinions of others.
Line by Line Meaning
You can sun if you want to
Do what you want, be carefree
Fun if you want to
Enjoy yourself, have fun
Stay in the shade all day if you want to
Relax and take it easy
Villa with shore view, 'punzle I adore you
Love for the beautiful scenery
Bitches rock whatever she say they can afford too
People flaunting their wealth
What'chu know about open out key west, relax, recess, all up on the beach, yes
Enjoying a break on the beach in Key West, Florida
Beach sandy, look at little bambi in the two piece set looking like a banjee
Observation of a girl in a bikini, looking trendy
Can we kick it in the Hamptons?
Asking if they can go to the Hamptons
Residing where it's fancy
Living luxuriously
Porto Pino with a champagne
Drinking champagne in Porto Pino
She a leader and a champion
Praising a strong woman
Coco dream things, aqua green scenes
Beautiful surroundings and imagery
Palm trees caribbean queen
Enjoying the scenery in the Caribbean
A paradise with me is so amazing
Being in Azealia Banks's presence is heavenly
So elevating, switch up on the beat and scene
Feeling uplifted and changing the music and atmosphere
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