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.
Soda
Azealia Banks Lyrics
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I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and
I say soda, soda
Tye dye O'er
I roll the dye
I coast, I dose, I
A smile a guise
I might survive the nighttime, I might die
I say soda soda, I'm a high roller
Yo sir I pose for the poster yep
Icy Cola Coca, Sprite I love the most-a!
I ride roller coasters! I try all the cultures!
A smile, a guise
Nighttime, is mine to lie eyes awide and I
I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and
I say soda
I'm lota, yo sir
I ride roller
I try all the cultures!
Light my swollen smoker
I might comatosa
I once used to be your girl
I used to be your girl
Been too busy, but I don't wanna deal with you
Been thinkin' 'bout the way you treat me right, yeah
It's you and me, but I don't wanna deal with you
Been thinking 'bout the way you'll leave me right, here
Been too busy, but I don't wanna deal with you
Been thinkin' 'bout the way you treat me right, yeah
It's you and me, but I don't wanna deal with you
Been thinking 'bout the way you'll leave me right, here
I'm trying to hide behind tired eyes, I sigh
I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and
I say soda, soda
Tye dye O'er, I roll the dye, I coast, I dose, I
Tra-la-la-la-la-la
I'm trying to hide behind tired eyes, I sigh
I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and
I say soda soda, I'm a high rolla yo sir
I pose for the poster yep!
Icy Cola Coke-a, Sprite I love the most a!
I ride rollercoasters, I try all the cultures
A smile, a guise
Nighttime is mine, and my eyes are wide at night
In the song "Soda" by Azealia Banks, she sings about trying to hide behind a facade of happiness while dealing with the exhaustion of being in her position. She describes herself as a "high roller," which can be interpreted as a double entendre for her success in the music industry, while also alluding to her love of drugs. The repeated use of "soda" is likely a reference to the drugs she's describing, and the line "I'm lota, yo sir" supports this idea, as "lota" is slang for a lot of drugs. Additionally, the lines "I might comatosa" and "I once used to be your girl" further suggest that the song is about her drug use taking a toll on her relationships and sense of self.
The chorus in the song, "Been too busy, but I don't wanna deal with you / Been thinkin' 'bout the way you treat me right, yeah / It's you and me, but I don't wanna deal with you / Been thinking 'bout the way you'll leave me right here," further cements the theme of exhaustion and disillusionment. Banks seems to be addressing either a romantic partner or her industry peers, and she's expressing her desire to distance herself from them. The line "It's you and me, but I don't wanna deal with you" suggests that whoever she's addressing is someone who she's stuck with, but doesn't necessarily appreciate.
Overall, "Soda" is a song about the dark side of success and the toll it can take on one's mental health and relationships. Banks sings about trying to maintain a facade of happiness while dealing with the pressures of her industry and her personal struggles with drug use.
Line by Line Meaning
I tried to hide behind tired eyes, I sigh
I am feeling drained and sad, but I am trying to conceal it with a facade of tiredness
I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and
Keeping my emotions in check has exhausted me, and I can't help but feel like crying
I say soda, soda
To distract myself from my inner turmoil, I am chanting the word 'soda' over and over again
Tye dye O'er
I am reminiscing about the carefree days of the past, represented by tie-dye clothing
I roll the dye
I miss the excitement and spontaneity of my youth
I coast, I dose, I
I am going through life without much purpose or drive, just coasting along
A smile a guise
My fake smile is a disguise for the pain that I am feeling inside
I'm trying to hide behind tired eyes, I sigh
I am using my exhaustion as a cover-up for my emotional turmoil
I might survive the nighttime, I might die
I am unsure if I will be able to make it through the dark times, both physically and mentally
I say soda soda, I'm a high roller
I am trying to distract myself from my problems by dreaming of luxury and wealth
Yo sir I pose for the poster yep
I am still trying to project an image of confidence and success, even though I am struggling
Icy Cola Coca, Sprite I love the most-a!
I find comfort in the familiar taste of soda, especially Coca-Cola and Sprite
I ride roller coasters! I try all the cultures!
I am searching for excitement and adventure in new experiences and places
Light my swollen smoker
I am finding solace in smoking to ease my anxiety and pain
I might comatosa
My reliance on smoking may lead me to a state of numbness and detachment
I once used to be your girl
I am looking back on a past relationship, feeling a sense of loss and regret
Been too busy, but I don't wanna deal with you
I have been preoccupied with other things, but I am not ready to confront my feelings towards you
Been thinkin' 'bout the way you treat me right, yeah
I am reflecting on the times when you were kind to me and how it made me feel
It's you and me, but I don't wanna deal with you
Our relationship is between us, but I am not ready to address it yet
Been thinking 'bout the way you'll leave me right, here
I am anticipating the pain of losing you and feeling trapped in my loneliness
Tra-la-la-la-la-la
I am forcing myself to find joy in the present moment, but it is not working
Nighttime is mine, and my eyes are wide at night
I am more comfortable being alone with my thoughts at night, and I am feeling alert and awake
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: AZEALIA BANKS, JACK FULLER, SCNTST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lyrics:
I tried to hide behind tired eyes, I sigh.
I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and,
I say soda, soda!
Tye Dye O'er
I roll the dye,
I coast, I dose I...
A smile a guise,
I'm trying to hide behind tired eyes, I sigh.
I might survive the nighttime, I might die
I say soda soda, I'm high roller,
Yo sir, I pose for the poster, yep!
Icy cola cola, sprite I love the mosta!
I ride rollercoasters! I try all the cultures!
A smile, a guise,
Nighttime, is mine to lie eyes a wide and I...
I'm tired of trying to try not to cry and...
I say soda!
I'm Iota, yo sir,
I ride roller-
I try all the cultures!
Light my swollen smoker,
I might comatosa,
I once used to be your girl.
I used to be your girl...
Been too busy, but I don't wanna deal with you
Been thinking bout the way you treat me right, yeah...
It's you and me, but I don't wanna deal with you,
Been thinking 'bout, the way you'll leave me right, here...
@alxndr27
me handing my homework in 4 weeks after the deadline
@Vimeo1x
shade.
@Thisismyhandle423
alxndr *4 years
@torrenceedwards6837
Now that is how you shade with love 😂😂😘
@sebiitudor
Handing it to the teached that used to fuck me after classes
"I used to be your girl"
@uberandrewful
alxndr *4 years 😎
@badbunnyxz8284
Her music is so good. She needs a better marketing and pr team. Azealia is extremely talented.
@giulioska7643
Badbunny xz Better pr team? I mean she is talented af but not even the best pr in the world could cover the shit she be throwing all around literally all the time.. She is right tho when she says that people condone Kanye West’s behavior using his talent as an excuse to forgive him when he goes nuts but don’t reserve the same treatment to Az
@cynlovespugs
^^^and you just proved her right while contradicting yourself all in the same comment.
@vampirexorcist
ahaha she should shut her mouth