Ego" was originally written for singer Chrisette Michele, who turned it down. It was eventually proposed to Beyoncé who used it for the deluxe edition of I Am... Sasha Fierce. In the song, Beyoncé sings about her love for the "huge ego" of her love interest. "Ego" was generally well received by music critics, many of whom praised the fact that Beyoncé opted to show some of her vocal limitations in a part of the song. Critics also noted that "Ego" could even have been placed in either disc of I Am.. Sasha Fierce as it combines elements of both sides of Beyoncé's split musical personality. The remix version of "Ego" was nominated for Best Rap/Sung Collaboration at the 52nd Grammy Awards.
"Ego" became the fifth consecutive song from I Am... Sasha Fierce to reach the top 40 on US Billboard Hot 100, peaking at 39. It reached number three on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Despite not being released elsewhere, "Ego" reached number 11 in New Zealand and number 60 in the United Kingdom, among others. Its music video was directed by Frank Gatson, Jr, and was co-directed by Beyoncé herself, thus becoming her directorial debut. A video was also filmed for the remix version of the song with Kanye West. "Ego" was a part of Beyoncé's set list on her I Am... World Tour (2009–10).
Ego
Beyoncé Lyrics
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You know I'ma cut right to the chase, huh
Some women were made
But me, myself
I like to think that I was created
For a special purpose
You know?
What's more special than you?
It's on baby, let's get lost
You don't need to call in to work 'cause you the boss
For real, want you to show me how you feel
I consider myself lucky that's a big deal
Why?
Well, you got the key to my heart
But you ain't gon' need it
I'd rather you open up my body
And show me secrets you didn't know was inside
No need for me to lie
It's too big (big)
It's too wide (wide)
It's too strong (strong)
It won't fit (fit)
It's too much (much)
It's too tough (tough)
He talk like this 'cause he can back it up
He got a big ego
Such a huge ego
I love his big ego
It's too much
He walk like this 'cause he can back it up, ha-ha
Usually I'm humble
Right now I don't choose
You can leave with me
Or you could have the blues
Some call it arrogant
I call it confident
You decide when you find
Out what I'm working with
Damn, I know I'm killing you with them legs
Better yet, them thighs
Matter of fact it's my smile or maybe my eyes
Boy, you're a sight to see, kinda somethin' like me
It's too big (big)
It's too wide (wide)
It's too strong (strong)
It won't fit (fit)
It's too much (much)
It's too tough (tough)
I talk like this 'cause I can back it up
I got a big ego
Such a huge ego
But he love my big ego
It's too much
I walk like this 'cause I can back it up
I, I walk like this 'cause I can back it up
I, I talk like this 'cause I can back it up
I, I, I can back it up
I can back it up
I walk like this 'cause I can back it up
It's too big (big)
It's too wide (wide)
It's too strong (strong)
It won't fit (fit)
It's too much (much)
It's too tough (tough)
He talk like this 'cause he can back it up
He got a big ego
Such a huge ego, such a huge ego
But I love his big ego
It's too much
He walk like this 'cause he can back it up
Ego so big you must admit
I got every reason to feel like I'm that bitch
Ego so strong, if you ain't know
I don't need no beat I can sing it with piano
Whoa, whoa, whoa
Whoa, whoa
Ah whoa, ohh
Ohh-oh, ohh-ooh-ooh
In Beyoncé’s song Ego, the singer conveys a sense of self-confidence and pride through the use of the lyrics. In the first stanza, she tells her lover that she was created for a unique purpose and considers herself lucky to have him, indicating that he is special to her. In the next stanza, she urges him to show her his love and dreams of discovering his secrets. Throughout the song, she boasts about her lover’s impressive physical attributes, his big ego, and her own confidence.
The song's lyrics indicate Beyoncé's confidence, strength, and pride in herself and her lover. She uses the metaphor of an oversized ego to represent her lover's imposing nature and the idea that he can back up his words with actions. Despite the egotistical nature of the lyrics, they convey a sense of self-love and assertiveness, empowering listeners to feel confident and capable of achieving their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, baby, how you doing?
Hey there, how are you?
You know I'ma cut right to the chase, huh
I'm going to get straight to the point.
Some women were made
Some people believe that women were created.
But me, myself
As for myself,
I like to think that I was created
I prefer to believe that I was made
For a special purpose
with a unique mission
What's more special than you?
Nothing is as special as you.
You feel me?
Do you understand what I'm saying?
It's on baby, let's get lost
Let's go and get away from everything.
You don't need to call in to work 'cause you the boss
You don't have to worry about work because you're in charge.
For real, want you to show me how you feel
I truly want you to express yourself.
I consider myself lucky that's a big deal
I feel fortunate; that's significant.
Why?
What's the reason?
Well, you got the key to my heart
You hold the key to my affection.
But you ain't gon' need it
You won't need it to access my love.
I'd rather you open up my body
I want you to intimately explore my physical being
And show me secrets you didn't know was inside
Revealing hidden aspects of myself to me.
No need for me to lie
I have no reason to be deceitful.
It's too big (big)
It's too large, massive.
It's too wide (wide)
It's too broad, extensive.
It's too strong (strong)
It's too powerful, intense.
It won't fit (fit)
It won't match or work.
It's too much (much)
It's too overwhelming, overbearing.
It's too tough (tough)
It's too difficult, hard to handle.
He talk like this 'cause he can back it up
He speaks this way because he can prove it.
He got a big ego
He has a high opinion of himself.
Such a huge ego
An extremely sizable amount of self-esteem.
I love his big ego
I appreciate his strong sense of self.
Usually I'm humble
Normally I'm modest.
Right now I don't choose
At the present moment, I am not opting for humility.
You can leave with me
You can come with me
Or you could have the blues
Otherwise, you may be upset or alone.
Some call it arrogant
Some describe this as self-important.
I call it confident
I consider it as self-assured.
You decide when you find
You determine this when you discover
Out what I'm working with
The full extent of my capabilities.
Damn, I know I'm killing you with them legs
I'm fully aware that my legs are impressing you.
Better yet, them thighs
In fact, it's mostly my thighs.
Matter of fact it's my smile or maybe my eyes
Actually, it might be my cheerful demeanor or my dazzling eyes.
Boy, you're a sight to see, kinda somethin' like me
You're an attractive person, similar to myself.
I got a big ego
I possess a significant amount of self-importance.
But he love my big ego
However, he appreciates my sense of self.
I, I walk like this 'cause I can back it up
I swagger in this manner because I can substantiate my claims
I, I talk like this 'cause I can back it up
I speak assertively because I have proof to support it.
Ego so big you must admit
My pride and assurance are so vast, you cannot deny it
I got every reason to feel like I'm that bitch
I have every right to feel very self-assured.
Ego so strong, if you ain't know
My confidence is very intense, if you weren't aware.
I don't need no beat I can sing it with piano
I've got the skills to captivate without the help of music.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Beyonce Knowles, Harold Lilly Jr, Elvis Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vee6163
me at 12: It's too big, it's too wide / It's too strong, it won't fit...
me now at 23: wait a minute..
@manayamcbride6672
😂
@jadamink6478
Exactly me live 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@enisabutic8934
HAHHAHA
@astoldbychel4929
😂😂😂
@Cashout95
Noora?🤨
@NaijaBabeee
She Really had us saying "it's too big, it can't fit" when we were Little 😭😭😭💯
@ughhhmcrbinch5583
Really five talmbout “ITS TOO STRONG”
I always thought it was a diss, I just got it 5 seconds ago 💀💀 after 11 years. I was like wait a minute this don’t sound like a diss
@gabriellejackson3361
😂😂😂
@alexanderareadsjustsomeran3013
Lmao