The first single from B.o.B's second album is Strange Clouds. It features Lil Wayne and according to the Strange Clouds Songfacts, it "is 3 minutes 47 seconds of bass heavy bragging.". The song was released on October 3, 2011.
Ray Bands
B.o.B Lyrics
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Hang with all the models and all the centerfolds
Showin' off her body, now watch her strike a pose
Tryin' to get beside me so she can get a hold
Of them ole Bobby Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
Bobby Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
She wants them Ray Bands 'cause them bands are gorgeous
She looking for a sponsor and I ain't talking corporate
She after that endorsement
Ever since she saw me on the Forbes list
She be getting zero's from heroes
They're Zorros with horses
Like Mustangs and Porsches imported from Japan
She from Atlanta but she on that Cali strain
That's that overseas money, call 'em Talibands
She WMD, all year spring to winter
So pencil her in for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner
Ain't no incidentals
She want them bands like a freelance parade (All day)
Compliments of Bobby Ray
She wanna pop bottles and chill with all her folk
Hang with all the models and all the centerfolds
Showin' off her body, now watch her strike a pose
Tryin' to get beside me so she can get a hold
Of them ole Bobby Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
Bobby Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, Bobby Ray Bands
Look, she want them Ray Bands, them Ray Bands, that coin
Gourmet top-house sirloin, courtesy of ya boy
She she she she think I owe her, Des Moines
Quit being annoying, do something useful and roll a joint
You see business over bullshit's my company policy
And my team's going green and I ain't talking 'bout pottery
You tryin' to hit the party, she tryin' to hit the lottery
And if they watchin' girl, you're grandfather clockin' it
I don't pop bottles, I got pop dollars
After Strange Clouds, I'mma drop my rock album
Violent bravado, call me Bobby Bravo
Every play is crucial, yeah that's my motto
Said wassup, yeah we do this all the time
Where the real freaks who wanna have a good night?
If ya feel that, let it go it's alright
The music got you movin' and you're losin' your mind
So let me know if it's alright
I just wanna know, shawty, have a good time
So why don't you let go, let go
You're losing control
The music got you movin' and you're losing your mind
She wanna pop bottles and chill with all her folk
Hang with all the models and all the centerfolds
Showin' off her body, now watch her strike a pose
Tryin' to get beside me so she can get a hold
Of them ole Bobby Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
Bobby Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, Bobby Ray Bands
The lyrics to B.o.B's "Ray Bands" are about a woman who wants to hang out with B.o.B and enjoy the glamorous life. She wants to pop bottles and be with models and centerfolds. She's trying to get close to B.o.B to get a hold of his Ray Bands, which are sunglasses that have become a symbol of his look. The woman is after his money and endorsements, and she wants to be seen with him. The lyrics also include a reference to the Forbes list, which shows that B.o.B has made a lot of money and is successful.
The second verse of the song describes the woman as being from Atlanta but wanting to be part of the Cali scene. She is looking for a rich man to take care of her and is willing to do anything to get what she wants. B.o.B essentially tells her to stop being annoying and do something useful, like rolling a joint. In the end, B.o.B is more interested in his business and making money than in partying and popping bottles.
Overall, the song is a critique of the materialistic and superficial aspects of the music industry. B.o.B is highlighting the pressures that come with being a famous rapper and how people will do anything to be associated with you.
Line by Line Meaning
She wanna pop bottles and chill with all her folk
She wants to drink expensive champagne and hang out with her friends
Hang with all the models and all the centerfolds
She wants to party with beautiful and famous people
Showin' off her body, now watch her strike a pose
She is flaunting her physique to get attention from others
Tryin' to get beside me so she can get a hold
She is trying to get close to the artist to get something out of him
Of them ole Bobby Ray Bands
She wants a pair of sunglasses designed by the artist B.o.B
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
She really desires the Ray Bands
She wants them Ray Bands 'cause them bands are gorgeous
She wants the sunglasses because they are beautiful
She looking for a sponsor and I ain't talking corporate
She wants someone to finance her lavish lifestyle
Ever since she saw me on the Forbes list
She became interested in the artist after seeing his financial success
She be getting zero's from heroes
She dates wealthy men who spend money on her
They're Zorros with horses
These men are like masked heroes who have luxury cars
Like Mustangs and Porsches imported from Japan
These cars are high-end models imported from Japan
She from Atlanta but she on that Cali strain
She is from Atlanta but is influenced by the California lifestyle
That's that overseas money, call 'em Talibands
She has money from outside the US and it is referred to as 'Talibands'
She WMD, all year spring to winter
She is an explosive lady who is always in party mode
So pencil her in for breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner
She is always available for meals and partying
Ain't no incidentals
She doesn't want any extra expenses to be taken care of
She want them bands like a freelance parade (All day)
She wants the sunglasses like she is involved in a parade that is not under any structured organization
Compliments of Bobby Ray
The sunglasses are a gift from B.o.B
Look, she want them Ray Bands, them Ray Bands, that coin
She really wants the Ray Bands and is willing to pay for them
Gourmet top-house sirloin, courtesy of ya boy
She wants expensive food, courtesy of the artist
She she she she think I owe her, Des Moines
She believes that the artist owes her something, which is not true
Quit being annoying, do something useful and roll a joint
She is being irritating and the artist wants her to do something productive like rolling a joint
You see business over bullshit's my company policy
The artist is focused on business and not wasting time with unnecessary things
And my team's going green and I ain't talking 'bout pottery
The artist's group is becoming eco-friendly and it's not just about working pottery
You tryin' to hit the party, she tryin' to hit the lottery
The artist is simply trying to have fun while she's trying to score big
And if they watchin' girl, you're grandfather clockin' it
If there are people watching, she is showing off her looks like an old grandfather clock
I don't pop bottles, I got pop dollars
The artist has a lot of cash, he doesn't need to go around popping bottles
After Strange Clouds, I'mma drop my rock album
After his current album, he is planning to release an album for a different genre
Violent bravado, call me Bobby Bravo
His personality is tough and he is called Bobby Bravo
Every play is crucial, yeah that's my motto
He takes every move seriously, it is a very important thing for him
Said wassup, yeah we do this all the time
He frequently takes part in social events like this
Where the real freaks who wanna have a good night?
He is looking for people who want to go all out and have a good night
If ya feel that, let it go it's alright
If you feel the vibe, then let yourself go and enjoy the moment
The music got you movin' and you're losin' your mind
The music is so good that it's making you dance unconsciously
So let me know if it's alright
If you're enjoying yourself, then tell him
I just wanna know, shawty, have a good time
He just wants to have fun with her and enjoy the moment
So why don't you let go, let go
He encourages her to loosen up and have a good time
You're losing control
She is letting go of herself, and having a great time
The music got you movin' and you're losing your mind
The music is so great that it's like she's lost in it.
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
She wants the Ray Bands very very badly
Bobby Ray Bands
The Ray Bands presented by B.o.B
She want them Ray Bands, she want them Ray Bands
She is still after the Ray Bands
She want them Ray Bands, Bobby Ray Bands
She wants the Ray Bands from B.o.B
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOBBY RAY JR. SIMMONS, JAMIESON XAVIER JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@trillz__1702
If you’re still here you must be a real fan.
@itiswhatitis155
Trillz__ just got done bumpin strange clouds to 😎
@markyfranklin8828
I'm still here
@annalysedickinson116
I LOVE THIS SONG 💖💖💖💖💖
@danterosenberg7506
man it was crazy, I was just playing board games with my family and started to mutter "she wanna pop bottles and chill with all the folk." I just randomly remembered this haha
@danielleschneider5996
I stay here lol
@brandongates8575
2020 anybody or just me this is still on fire 💯
@playstationgamergirl3804
I’m still here in 2020 😂
@opsam2649
2021 and its still incredible
@pragmaticpuppy2715
For me Strange Clouds is Bob's best album.