Beyoncé’s message on the track is simple: falling In love, having drank in her cup, fucking up the night, getting high as spaceships & getting her husband to cuff it, all ideal on a night out.
With Nile Rodgers on guitar & Raphael Saadiq on drums & bass, the song breathes undeniable elements of the late ‘70s, & early '90s.
CUFF IT
Beyoncé Lyrics
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I'm in the mood to fuck somethin' up (tonight, I'm fuckin' somethin' up, baby)
I need some drink in my cup (I need a drink)
Hey (pour me a drink)
I'm in the mood to fuck somethin' up (I'm in the mood to fuck somethin' up)
I wanna go missin'
I need a prescription
I wanna go where nobody's been (wanna go where nobody's been)
Have you ever had fun like this? (Have you ever had fun? Yeah)
We gon' fuck up the night, black lights
Spaceships fly (spaceships fly)
Yeah, unapologetic when we fuck up the night
Fuck up the night
We gettin' fucked up tonight
We gon' fuck up the night
Bet you you'll see far
Bet you you'll see stars
Bet you you'll elevate
Bet you you'll meet God
'Cause I feel like fallin' in love
I'm in the mood to fuck somethin' up
'Cause we gon' fuck up the night
What's in these four walls?
You sexy, my love (turn it up)
Don't miss this roll-call
Is you here or what? (Roll it up)
Yeah, show up, show up (show up, show up)
Po' up, po' up (po' up, po' up)
Uh, you Mr. Nasty, I'll clean it up
Go where nobody's been (wanna go where nobody's been)
Have you ever had fun like this? (Have you ever had fun? Yeah)
I wanna go missin'
I need a prescription
I wanna go higher, can I sit on top of you?
We gon' fuck up the night (funk it up, funk it up)
Black lights
Spaceships fly (spaceships fly)
Yeah, unapologetic when we fuck up the night (funk it up, funk it up)
Fuck up tonight
We gettin' fucked up tonight
We gon' fuck up the night
Bet you you'll see far
Bet you you'll see stars
Bet you you'll elevate
Bet you you'll meet God
'Cause I feel like fallin' in love
I'm in the mood to fuck somethin' up
We gon' fuck up the night
Hypersonic, sex erotic
On my body, boy, you got it
Hit them 'draulics, while I ride it
Got me actin' hella thotty
So excited, so exotic
I'm a seasoned professional
Squeeze it, don't let it go
Tease it, no self control
I got time today (I got time today, I got time)
Oh, I (I got time today, I got time)
I can't wait 'to come out and play
Ooh, yeah you
Come and cuff it, cuff it, cuff it, cuff it, baby
While I buss it, buss it, buss it, for you baby, ayy
Oh, baby
Anywhere, any time
I don't mind, I don't mind
Yeah (I don't mind)
For you (all for you)
I'm backin' the truck up, huh (back that truck up)
For you (all for you, for you)
A bitch'll get fucked up, huh (I fucked her up)
For you (all for you)
I'm puttin' my cup up, huh (put my cup up, yeah)
For you (all for you, you)
'Cause we gon' fuck up the night
Take flight (woo), blindin' lights (yeah)
Fuck it up, fuck it up, fuck it up
(Unapologetic when we fuck up the night)
Bet you you'll see stars (night)
Bet you you'll go far (night)
Bet you you'll levitate (night)
Bet you you'll meet God (party people, roll up)
Ooh (yeah)
We gon' fuck up the night (huh, yeah)
Spaceships fly
Fuck it up, fuck it up
The lyrics of "Cuff It" by Beyoncé are celebratory and sensual, as she expresses the desire to let loose and indulge in pleasure. The first verse sets the tone as Beyoncé sings about being in the mood to "fuck somethin' up" and "fallin' in love." She seems to equate love with reckless abandon and revelry, drinking and partying in a way that is both seductive and dangerous. She references feeling higher and wanting to go where nobody has been, suggesting a yearning for something new and exciting. The chorus reinforces this idea of wanting to "fuck up the night" with the futuristic imagery of flying spaceships and black lights.
The second verse adds more detail to the sexual energy of the song, with Beyoncé singing about her partner's body and the physical sensations she's experiencing. The reference to "acting hella thotty" implies a sense of empowerment and confidence in her sexuality. The bridge features a repetition of the title phrase "cuff it," which could refer to both sexual bondage and arrested behavior. The final chorus feels triumphant, with Beyoncé promising that those who party with her will "see stars" and "meet God." Overall, "Cuff It" is a song about letting go of inhibitions and indulging in the pleasures of the moment with abandon.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel like fallin' in love
I am in the mood for a passionate connection with someone
I'm in the mood to fuck somethin' up
I want to wreak havoc and enjoy myself tonight
I need some drink in my cup
I am thirsty and want to indulge in alcohol
Hey
Addressing someone for their attention
I wanna go missin'
I desire adventure and to explore the unknown
I need a prescription
I require something to enhance my experience
I wanna go higher, can I sit on top of you?
I want to feel a rush and potentially connect sexually with someone
Have you ever had fun like this?
Asking if the other person has experienced fun and excitement like this before
We gon' fuck up the night, black lights
We are going to enjoy the night and make some trouble under the black lights
Spaceships fly
Enjoying and creating a fantasy world for the moment
Yeah, unapologetic when we fuck up the night
I am not sorry for having a good time and growing wild tonight
We gettin' fucked up tonight
We are going to consume some substances and have a wild time
Bet you you'll see far
You will experience new heights and see farther than you could have imagined
Bet you you'll see stars
You will see stars due to the fun and excitement of the night
Bet you you'll elevate
You will reach new heights and feel a higher level of enjoyment
Bet you you'll meet God
The enjoyment and intensity of the night will make you feel like you are meeting a higher power
'Cause we gon' fuck up the night
We are going to have a wild night that we will remember for years to come
What's in these four walls?
What is inside this room or space that will make the night more enjoyable
You sexy, my love (turn it up)
Expressing attraction and admiration for someone while also initiating the start of the fun
Don't miss this roll-call
Make sure you participate and contribute to the fun of the night
Is you here or what? (Roll it up)
Expressing excitement for the night and asking if the other person is ready to enjoy themselves
Yeah, show up, show up (show up, show up)
Encouraging everyone to participate and be present for the night
Po' up, po' up (po' up, po' up)
Referring to pouring more alcohol in our cups
Uh, you Mr. Nasty, I'll clean it up
Addressing the other person's enthusiasm for the night and saying that I can handle and clean up any messes that may occur
Hypersonic, sex erotic
Describing a fast-paced and highly sexual atmosphere
On my body, boy, you got it
Complimenting the other person's ability to please and excite me
Hit them 'draulics, while I ride it
Referring to sexual actions while riding or being rode
Got me actin' hella thotty
Referring to acting and dressing in a promiscuous manner
So excited, so exotic
Feeling highly excited and indulged in the exotic atmosphere
I'm a seasoned professional
Confident in my ability and experience with enjoying nights like this
Squeeze it, don't let it go
Referring to physical actions during sex
Tease it, no self control
Indulging in the sexual excitement and giving into pleasure
I got time today (I got time today, I got time)
Expressing that I am ready and have the time to enjoy myself tonight
Oh, I (I got time today, I got time)
Repeating that I have the time and energy to have fun tonight
I can't wait 'to come out and play
Expressing how excited and eager I am to join the fun
Ooh, yeah you
Referring to the other person with admiration and interest
Come and cuff it, cuff it, cuff it, cuff it, baby
Asking the other person to join me in enjoyable sexual actions
While I buss it, buss it, buss it, for you baby, ayy
Suggesting sexual activities that will be enjoyable for both of us
Anywhere, any time
Expressing that we can indulge in these activities anytime and anywhere
I don't mind, I don't mind
Expressing enthusiasm and willingness to participate in enjoyable activities
For you (all for you)
Doing these activities for your pleasure and enjoyment
I'm backin' the truck up, huh (back that truck up)
Referring to starting a sexual act with enthusiasm and pleasure
A bitch'll get fucked up, huh (I fucked her up)
Being confident in my ability to have fun and enjoy myself; can also refer to drinking and indulging in substances
I'm puttin' my cup up, huh (put my cup up, yeah)
Referring to raising one's drink and indulging in substances
Take flight (woo), blindin' lights (yeah)
Describing the excitement and intensity of the night that will make everything seem surreal and magical
Fuck it up, fuck it up, fuck it up
Enjoying and indulging in the night and all it has to offer
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Allen Henry McGrier, Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, Brittany Shaelyn Coney, Denisia Andrews, Mary Christine Brockert, Morten Ristorp, Nile Gregory Rodgers, Raphael Saadiq, Terius Youngdell Nash
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Laura Gonçalves
there's not a single bad song on this album, beyoncé you've DONE IT AGAIN
Kaio Matias
Sim ela fez 🔥🕺
Bored Nerd
Cough cough "break my soul" cough cough
keisha childs
yes she really has and she snapped in all of them, not only that but if you listen to some of these songs they were towards jay z and her siste solange
Shaun Howard
It's a boring album... She can't pull of DANCE music like the likes of Kylie Minogue or Christina Aguilera, she should stick to POP and R&B
Ba Ri
Im old 52, and I love this song. Been feeling down lately losing my dad but this track got me busting out the moves again.🙏
Angela M.
I'm sorry for your loss. I'm 54, and both of my parents are gone. Hang in there. Even though I'm a little old fashion, and don't like the swearing on songs, I love this kind of funk. You can't help but move. ❤
Ba Ri
@Angela M. TY. Even though it’s been 6 months it feels like yesterday. I sometimes go to call Dad for a second before my brain catches up with my body. Did you ever do this? Sorry you have lost both parents , once they’re gone you realise just how much they did for us. My father was my rock a true tough but fair gentleman.
Zoamel
@Ba RiI lost my grandfather/ father last year well 2021 and it gets easier over time but what you said is perfectly normal it’s almost two years and I still have to catch myself I’m sorry your going through this
IH
You are not old!!