Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Beyoncé began performing in local competitions at age 7, eventually forming the group Girl's Tyme in 1990 with help from her parents. Girl's Tyme became Destiny's Child in 1997.
During the hiatus of Destiny's Child in 2003, Beyoncé released her debut solo album, Dangerously in Love, which became one of the most successful albums of that year, and signaled her viability as a solo artist. The disbanding of Destiny's Child in 2005 facilitated her continued success: her sophomore solo album B'Day, released in 2006, debuted at number one on the Billboard charts. Her third solo album, I Am… Sasha Fierce, was released in November 2008, and in 2009 she received 10 Grammy Awards nominations. On January 31, 2010, she won 6 Grammy Awards, breaking the record for most Grammy awards won by a female artist in one night; she previously held the record of five awards with 5 other artists. Following a career hiatus, Beyoncé released her fourth studio album entitled "4" on June 24, 2011, which debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200.
2013 - 5th Album - "Beyoncé"
On December 12, 2013, Beyoncé unexpectedly released her fifth and self-titled album in the iTunes Store. Beyoncé called it a "visual album" as it includes 14 songs and 18 videos - with each track having a music video together with additional bonus videos. The album has a list of collaborators including Drake, Frank Ocean and her husband, Jay-Z, and daughter, Blue Ivy.
2015
In February 2015 at the 57th Grammy Awards, Beyoncé won 3 Grammys (and was nominated for 6 Grammy awards) - Best R&B Song for "Drunk in Love", Best R&B Performance and Best Surround Sound Album for Beyoncé.
On April 4th, 2015, Beyoncé surprised her fans with the release of a new single and accompanying video, released exclusively on the streaming service "Tidal" which she co-owns with a number of other big name starts including Arcade Fire, Daft Punk, Jack White, Kanye West, Madonna, Rihanna and Usher. The track, "Die With You" is a stripped down ballad, with Beyoncé sitting at a piano with pigtail braids: the song celebrates the seventh anniversary of her marriage to Jay-Z.
Super Bowl - February 2016
Beyoncé appeared on stage to perform her latest single "Formation", supporting the headline act Coldplay at the much coverted Super Bowl 50 half-time show on February 7, 2016. Also appearing on stage was Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson who performed their hit "Uptown Funk".
2016 - 6th Album - "Lemonade"
"Lemonade" is Beyoncé's a sixth solo album and was released on April 23, 2016 as an exclusive on the music streaming service, Tidal after it premiered on the TV Network, HBO, as a conceptual short film. It was subsequently made available for purchase on Apple's iTunes Store on April 24, 2016. The album has 12 tracks, with contributions from artists such as James Blake and Kendrick Lamar. According to a press release from Tidal which accompanied the release, "Lemonade" is “based on every woman’s journey of self-knowledge and healing”.
2017 - Grammy Awards
At the 59th Grammy Awards on Sun, February 12, 2017, Beyoncé took awards for "Best Urban Contemporary Album" for "Lemonade" and "Best Music Video" for "Formation"
2022 - 7th Album - "RENAISSANCE" (ACT i)
After a 6 year hiatus from music, Beyoncé announced the lead single "BREAK MY SOUL" on June 20, 2022, for her seventh studio album “RENAISSANCE" which is the first installment of a three-part project. "RENAISSANCE" was released on July 29, 2022, and was recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic, seeking to inspire joy in listeners. The album debuted at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. It became the best-rated album of 2022, named the best album of the year by publications such as the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, NPR, Pitchfork, and Rolling Stone, which would later place the record at number 71 on their 500 Greatest Albums of All Time list. It then was nominated for Album of The Year at the 65 Annual Grammy Award Show and won Best Dance/Electronic Album.
2024 - 8th Album - "COWBOY CARTER" (ACT ii)
2 years after her seventh studio album, "RENAISSANCE", Beyoncé announced her eighth studio album "COWBOY CARTER" also known as “ACT ii” released on March 29, 2024. This serves as the second installment of the three-part project, and as long rumoured, its genre is country. The album was teased through a Verizon ad aired during the Super Bowl LVIII and was preceded with two surprise singles both released on February 10, 2024, "TEXAS HOLD 'EM" which hit #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and "16 CARRIAGES".
Miscellaneous
Beyoncé began her acting career in 2001, appearing in the musical film Carmen: A Hip Hopera. In 2006, she starred in the lead role in the film adaptation of the 1981 Broadway musical Dreamgirls, for which she earned two Golden Globe nominations.
On April 4, 2008, Beyoncé and Jay-Z were married in a small, private ceremony in New York. On January 7, 2012, Beyoncé gave birth to a daughter, Blue Ivy Carter, at Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. Beyoncé is sometimes referred to as Jay-Z's wifey and/or, Jay-Z's boo thang.
Beyoncé launched her family's fashion line, House of Deréon, in 2004, and has endorsed such brands as Pepsi, Tommy Hilfiger, Armani and L'Oréal.
In 2009, Forbes listed Beyoncé fourth on its list of the 100 Most Powerful and Influential Celebrities in the world, third on its list of the top-grossing musicians, and number one on the list of top Best-Paid Celebs Under 30 with over $87 million dollars in earnings between 2008 and 2009.
Beyoncé has attained five Hot 100 number one singles, becoming one of the two female artists—joint with Rihanna—with the most number ones attained within the 2000s, excluding her three Hot 100 number one singles with Destiny's Child.
Cater 2 U
Beyoncé Lyrics
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Baby I see you workin hard
Wanna let you know that I'm proud
Wanna let you know I admire what you do
Don't Know if I need to reassure you
My life would be purposeless without you
If I want it (You Got It)
If I ask you (You Provide It)
You challenge me for the better (ooh ooh)
Sit back and let me pour out my love letter
(Beyonce)
Let me help you, take off your shoes
Untie your shoe strings, take off your cuflinks
What you wanna eat boo, Let me feed you
Let me run your bath water
Whatever you desire, I'll supply ya
Sing you a song, turn the game on
I'll brush your hair, help you put your do-rag on
Wanna foot rub, want a manicure
Baby I'm yours I wanna cater 2 u
(Chorus)
Let Me Cater 2 u
Cause baby this is your day
Do anything for my man
Baby you blow me away
I got your slippers, your dinner, your desert
And so gidarijanha, anything you want
Let me cater 2 u
Inspire me from the heart
Can't nothing tear us apart
Your all I want in a man
I put my life in your hands
I got your slippers, your dinner, your desert
And so gidarijanha, anything you want
Let me cater 2 u
(Kelly)
Baby I'm happy your home
Let my hold you in my arms
I just wanna take the stress away from you
Makin sure your that I'm doing my part
Boy is there something you need me to do
If you want (I got it)
Just say the word I (I'ma try it)
And whatever I'm not fulfillin
Another woman is willing
I'm gonna fulfill you my body and spirit
I promise ya, I keep myself up
Remain the same chick, you fell in love wit
I'll keep it tight, Keep my figure right
I'll keep my hair fixed, rockin the hottest outfits
When you come home babe, tap me on my shoulder
I will over
Baby I heard you, I'm here to serve you
This love you need, to give it is my joy
All I wanna do
Is Cater 2 U
(Chorus)
(Michelle)
I wanna give my , my strength, my will to you
Thats the least I can do, let me Cater 2 U
Through the good, the bad, the ups and the downs
I'll still be here for you,let me cater 2 u
Because your beautiful, I love the way you are
Fulfill your every desire, your wish is my command
I wanna cater to my man
Your heart so pure, your love shines through
The darkness we'll get through
(So Much) So much of me is you
I wanna cater to my man
(Chorus)
The song "Cater 2 U" is a heartfelt homage to the hardworking and supportive men in the lives of Beyonce, Kelly, and Michelle. The lyrics acknowledge the sacrifices their partners make to provide for them, and how much they appreciate them. Beyonce's verse emphasizes her willingness to serve her partner in any way she can, from running his bathwater to brushing his hair, all the while noting how much he inspires and challenges her to be better. Kelly's verse promises to fulfill her partner's every desire, while Michelle's verse speaks to how she wants to give her all to her partner regardless of the ups and downs of their relationship. Throughout the song, the trio emphasizes that their partner's happiness is their own, and that catering to them is a way of showing their love and appreciation.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby I see you workin hard
I notice your hard work and dedication
Wanna let you know that I'm proud
I am proud of you
Wanna let you know I admire what you do
I admire what you do
Don't Know if I need to reassure you
I don't know if you need reassurance
My life would be purposeless without you
I need you in my life to feel purpose
If I want it (You Got It)
If I want something, you provide it
If I ask you (You Provide It)
If I ask for something, you provide it
You inspire me to be better (ooh)
You inspire me to improve myself
You challenge me for the better (ooh ooh)
You challenge me to be a better person
Sit back and let me pour out my love letter
Let me express my love for you
Let me help you, take off your shoes
Allow me to assist you with your shoes
Untie your shoe strings, take off your cuflinks
I want to help you with all the little things
What you wanna eat boo, Let me feed you
What do you want to eat? I'll feed you
Let me run your bath water
I want to provide you with a relaxing bath
Whatever you desire, I'll supply ya
I'll provide anything you desire
Sing you a song, turn the game on
I'll sing to you and put on your favorite TV show or sports game
I'll brush your hair, help you put your do-rag on
I'll brush your hair and help you get ready for bed
Wanna foot rub, want a manicure
Do you want a foot rub or manicure? I'm here to give it to you
Baby I'm Yours I wanna cater 2 u
I want to cater to you and be yours
Let Me Cater 2 u
I want to take care of you
Cause baby this is your day
This day is all about you
Do anything for my man
I'll do anything for you
Baby you blow me away
You amaze me
I got your slippers, your dinner, your desert
I have your slippers, dinner, and dessert ready for you
And so gidarijanha, anything you want
I'll give you anything you desire
Inspire me from the heart
You inspire me deeply
Can't nothing tear us apart
Our love is unbreakable
Your all I want in a man
You are all I want in a partner
I put my life in your hands
I trust you with my life
I wanna give my , my strength, my will to you
I want to give you everything I have
Thats the least I can do, let me Cater 2 U
Catering to you is the least I can do
Through the good, the bad, the ups and the downs
I'll be with you through everything
I'll still be here for you,let me cater 2 u
I'll always be here for you and cater to your needs
Because your beautiful, I love the way you are
I love and accept you for who you are
Fulfill your every desire, your wish is my command
I want to fulfill your every desire
Your heart so pure, your love shines through
You have a pure heart and your love shines through
The darkness we'll get through
We'll overcome any darkness together
(So Much) So much of me is you
We are a part of each other
I wanna cater to my man
I want to cater and care for you
Contributed by Bailey Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@angelspivey8685
I wish people would stop acting like Michelle didnt have the best verse in this song. Maybe people will give her credit one day
@lifewithkhi8348
Rt
@learningtime4321
Yea her part is the best ❤️❤️❤️
@brandonzech649
I learned a whole new respect for Michelle when she did the masked singer , she did an amazing job and I applaud her💜💜💜
@toniatrammell249
“Cause you’re beautiful. I love the way you are. Fulfill your every desire. Your wish is my command. I wanna cater to my man.” That’s my part right there lol
@christopherparker6862
This whole song..when it came out..made me feel good..queens uplifting their kings..teary eyed i was and still when i hear this song..Michelle broke me down when she said "your beautiful"..love like that for your man is elusive and God's work..
@12nacia
Michelle's voice always get me in this song. So unique such a beautiful tone.
@dionneking8
Michelle is a lyric soprano this is why she has a rasp to her voice
@namukolosiyumbwa3323
Best verse.
@pochow3739
@@dionneking8 what's a lyric soprano?