Produced by 'Hit-Boy', the man who's behind Bey's husband's and Kanye's hit "Ni**a's In Paris", Beyoncé released this track unexpectedly on Sunday, the 17th of March 2013 via her Sound Cloud account and short after promoted the track herself via her Tumblr and Instagram.
The snippet-combination-track is not the long-awaited new single of Beyoncé's fifth studio album. It is rumored to be more of an announcement for her fifth album, which will probably be released later in 2013. The studio album is probably going to be named 'Mrs. Carter' according to multiple sources, following the trend set by Beyoncé's coming world tour, 'The Mrs. Carter Show', starting off in Belgrade on April 15.
Bow Down / I Been On
Beyoncé Lyrics
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I'm coming down dripping candy on the ground
H, H-town, town, I'm coming down
Coming down dripping candy on the ground
I know when you were little girls
You dreamt of being in my world
Don't forget it, don't forget it
I took some time to live my life
But don't think I'm just his little wife
Don't get it twisted, get it twisted
This my shit, bow down bitches
Bow down bitches, bow bow down bitches
Bow down bitches, bow bow down bitches
H-Town vicious, H-H-Town vicious
I'm so crown, bow bow down bitches
I'm out that H-town
Coming, coming down
I'm coming down dripping candy on the ground
H-H-town, town, I'm coming down
Coming down dripping candy on the ground
I been on, I been on, I been on
Tell me who gon' take me off
Take me off, take me off, take me off
'Cause I been on, I been on, I been on
Tell me who gon' take me off
Take me off, take me off, take me off
Rolling high, leather and wood
Keep it trill, that's what good
Kiss my momma, show that love
Pop them bottles in that club
I heard your boo was talking lip
I told my crew, to smack that trick
Smack that trick, smack that trick
Guess what they did, smack that trick
Gold everything, gold ass chain
Gold ass rings, gold ass fangs
You can see me stunt when you turn on ya screen
You can see me stunt when you turn on ya screen
I'm bigger than life, my name in the lights
I'm the number one chick, ain't need no hype
The capital B means, I'm 'bout that life
The capital B means, I'm 'bout that life
I been on, I been on, I been on
Tell me who gon' take me off
Take me off, take me off, take me off
'Cause I been on
I remember my baby hair with my dookie braids
Frenchy's, Boudin in the parking lot
Shout out to Willie D
I was in that Willie D video when I was about fourteen, looking crazy
Shout out to Pimp C
You know we used to sneak and listen to that UGK
Didn't do your girl but your sister was alright, damn
In ya homeboy's Caddy last night man, ha ha
Hold up, Texas trill
H-town going down, man
The song "Bow Down / I Been On" by Beyoncé is an unapologetic statement of her status and power in the music industry. It opens with her asserting her Houston roots and declaring herself as "coming down dripping candy on the ground." She then addresses the women who aspired to be like her and reminds them to "Respect that, bow down bitches." She also challenges the notion that she is only known as her husband's wife by insisting that "This my shit, bow down bitches."
Throughout the song, Beyoncé highlights her achievements and status as the "number one chick." She reminds everyone that she's been in the game for a long time and asks, "Tell me who gon' take me off?" She boasts about her wealth and success, as well as the respect she commands from her peers. The song also pays homage to Houston music icons Willie D and Pimp C, and highlights her own experiences growing up in the city.
Overall, "Bow Down / I Been On" is a bold and unapologetic statement from Beyoncé about her power, success, and influence. It's a reminder to everyone that she's not to be underestimated and that she's earned her place at the top.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm out that H-town, coming, coming down
I'm leaving Houston and heading somewhere else.
I'm coming down dripping candy on the ground
I'm living the high life and making it rain.
H, H-town, town, I'm coming down
Houston, H-Town, is where I'm from and where I'm returning to.
I know when you were little girls
When you were younger and not famous, you idolized me.
You dreamt of being in my world
You wished to be as successful as I am and to have the same level of fame.
Don't forget it, don't forget it
Remember that you looked up to me and respect me for what I've accomplished.
Respect that, bow down bitches
Acknowledge and show respect for my success and power.
I took some time to live my life
I've taken some time for myself outside of my marriage and family obligations.
But don't think I'm just his little wife
I'm not just defined by my relationship to my husband.
Don't get it twisted, get it twisted
Don't misunderstand me or underestimate me.
This my shit, bow down bitches
I'm owning my brand and my success, and you should acknowledge it.
Bow down bitches, bow bow down bitches
I'm demanding respect and submission from other women.
H-Town vicious, H-H-Town vicious
Houston is a tough and competitive place to be successful.
I'm so crown, bow bow down bitches
I'm the queen of Houston and you should bow to me.
I been on, I been on, I been on
I've been successful and on top for awhile now.
Tell me who gon' take me off
Who is going to dethrone me and take my place?
Take me off, take me off, take me off
No one is capable of taking me down.
Rolling high, leather and wood
I'm driving in style with expensive leather and luxurious wood interior.
Keep it trill, that's what good
I'm staying true to myself and my roots.
Kiss my momma, show that love
I'm staying humble and respecting my family.
Pop them bottles in that club
I'm enjoying the high life and splurging on expensive drinks.
I heard your boo was talking lip
I heard that your partner was bad-mouthing me.
I told my crew, to smack that trick
I instructed my team to teach your partner a lesson.
Smack that trick, smack that trick
I'm encouraging my team to respond with violence towards your partner.
Guess what they did, smack that trick
My team took action and punished your partner for disrespecting me.
Gold everything, gold ass chain
I'm flaunting my wealth, wearing lots of gold and expensive jewelry.
Gold ass rings, gold ass fangs
I'm showing off even more, wearing lots of gold accessories including teeth or fangs.
You can see me stunt when you turn on ya screen
My over-the-top lifestyle and wealth is visible whenever you see me on TV or online.
I'm bigger than life, my name in the lights
I'm larger-than-life and my name is prominently displayed everywhere.
I'm the number one chick, ain't need no hype
I'm already famous as the top woman in the game, I don't need any other publicity or promotion.
The capital B means, I'm 'bout that life
The capital 'B' in my name symbolizes that I live, breathe, and own the game.
I remember my baby hair with my dookie braids
I'm looking back on my past and remembering my childhood hairstyle.
Frenchy's, Boudin in the parking lot
I'm reminiscing about classic Houston fast food restaurants where I spent time as a child.
Shout out to Willie D
I'm giving a nod to Houston rapper Willie D.
I was in that Willie D video when I was about fourteen, looking crazy
I was featured in a music video by Willie D as a teenager, and I looked wild and unconventional.
Shout out to Pimp C
I'm also recognizing the late Houston rapper Pimp C.
You know we used to sneak and listen to that UGK
I'm revealing that I once listened to underground Houston rap group UGK on the sly.
Didn't do your girl but your sister was alright, damn
I'm boasting about my sexual exploits, writing off a former partner and admitting to hooking up with their sister.
In ya homeboy's Caddy last night man, ha ha
I had sex with someone else's friend in a Cadillac last night, and I'm laughing about it.
Hold up, Texas trill
I'm calling out to all of my fans and fellow Texans that live the authentic and truest form of the state's culture.
H-town going down, man
I'm hyping up my hometown Houston, and telling everyone to pay attention to the great things that are happening here.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Beyonce Knowles, Chauncey Alexander Hollis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@forevernatalyn
Empressive latest video brought me here. I had to come back and remember just how much of a bop this was and still is. 🙌🏽
@hajaarsmith5930
Same here. First time I'm hearing this song. Lol
@tremendousdavis4253
Same just came from expressive.. heard about the song but first time hearing
@lolsmileyface1057
Yep I missed this whole video 😂🤣. It is still a bop.
@dvillewest743
@LolSmileyFace yes
@tpleasant91
Same lol
@mauricuslittle9850
This song was ahead of it's time. If this was released in 2021 it would be a number 1 record for sure.
@ebonih7138
Tik tok would eat it up 😂
@martez8625
@Eboni H they are now😭
@georginamangu
@Martez typical 🙄😂