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.
In the Club
Beyoncé Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah
Soundz, I hear you, man
Usher
And this it right here
Queen B, yeah, yeah
I'm the king, y'all know that (Usher, baby)
She the queen, came right back
(Oh, remix) yeah, man
Now, baby girl, there ain't nothin' more that I can say
You know by now I want it more than anything
If I walk away and just let you leave
You'll be stuck in my head like a melody
I know you want it (yeah)
But I'm hesitating (why?)
You must be crazy, I got a man, you got a lady
I know we here together
So this must be something special
'Cause, you could be anywhere you wanted
But you decided to be here with me
No coincidence it was meant to be
Don't be shy, gon' let ya boy get in
So you can tell all of your friends you was on the remix like
In this club (oh), in this club
Ladies, can I put this love up on you one time?
If you ain't scared then say, "What's up?"
In this club, in this club
They can keep watchin', I ain't stoppin', baby, I don't give a
In this club, in this club
Ladies, can I put this love up on you one time? (Yeah, yeah)
If you ain't scared then say, "What's up?" (Yeah)
In this club, in this club (yeah, hey)
They can keep watchin', baby, I don't give a
In this club
And baby, you know I'd be down
But we can't have all these people staring, standin' around
This right here is only for your eyes to see
But you getting carried away, saying we can do it wherever (ay, yeah, yeah)
The way you touching me (hey)
Like no other
I'ma make you feel insane, ohh, yeah
You're trying your hardest to make me give in
But I'ma be down to give you what you wantin' if you keep it up
I strongly doubt this velvet rope would hold me up
And I don't want security rollin' up on us (I got you)
I'm not hesitating, I just don't wanna rush
'Cause you could be anywhere you wanted
But you decided to be here with me
No coincidence it was meant to be
I guess if I mess around, I let you get in
You gon' tell all of your friends you was on this remix like
In this club, in this club (ohh)
Fellas, can I put this love up on you one time?
If you ain't scared then say, "What's up?"
In this club (in this club), in this club
They can keep watchin', I'm not stoppin', baby, I don't give a
In this club, in this club (I wanna make love)
Ladies, can I put this love up on you one time? (I wanna)
If you ain't scared then say, "What's up?" (I wanna make love)
In this club, in this club (baby, put it on me, make love tonight)
They can keep watchin', baby, I don't give a (in this club, club)
In this club
Ahem, shawty want a thug, it started with a hug
And the rest went like this
I gave her neck a kissy kiss
She gave my neck a kiss back
I said, "We could do it like a stack"
I mean we could do it like a G
On the couch in V.I.p
Shawty, we can get it on
I'm like, "Shout out to the DJ
For playin' this song"
Girl, we could act like two damn fools
Have everybody think we doin' a dance move
Call me, so I can make it juicy for ya
Meet me in the bathroom and you could be my secret lover, yeah
And it started with a hug but now we makin' love in this club
And we not gonna stop just because
The people in the crowd are watching us
'Cause we don't give a damn what they say, this is
Th-the remix, baby
Come a little closer let daddy put it on ya
Need you to know, what happens here stays here
Well I'm, ready and willing
Mama's good to go, got you standing at attention
Keep it on the low
Ain't nobody watching
Don't worry they can't see us
I know I got you hot now let me in
You in the club or the car, wherever you are
Run and tell the DJ
Run it back on replay
In this club, in this club
Ladies, can I put this love up on you one time?
If you ain't scared then say, "What's up?"
In this club, in this club
They can keep watchin', baby, I don't give a (baby, I don't give a)
In this club, ay
Now, run and tell all of your friends
You gotta hear this remix, like
Woo (yeah, yeah), yeah (yeah)
King and queen, y'all know (ooh)
Yeah, man (hey)
If we make love in this club (ay) (what would music be without Soundz?)
In this club (ay), in this club
Nobody will know, baby
The song In the Club, featuring Beyoncé and Usher, opens up with a dialogue between Soundz and Usher. Queen B comes in singing along alongside Usher. The song depicts a tale of a man trying to convince a woman to leave her partner and join him in a club where he'll put the love on her. He affirms that he knows she wants him but is hesitating because she's committed to someone else. The singer is both hesitant and intense, creating a sense of urgency as he theorizes the potential of losing the love interest if he doesn't act fast. He describes his attraction to the woman, promises to make her feel exceptional and insane, but insists that their relationship should remain under wraps, away from public gaze.
The song is an R&B club track that captivates listeners with its sexual vibe supported by a synth-driven melody that brings out the rush and thrill of clubbing. The exchange between Usher and Beyonce gives the song an exciting sensation. The lyrics, with their start-stop rhythm, mirror the club scene's excitement, giving listeners a taste of the nightlife. The song dwells on romance, urgency, and sensuality that oozes from the melodies, stands testament to Soundz's and Beyonce's musical prowess.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah (yeah)
Expressing agreement or confirmation
Yeah, yeah
Continuing to express agreement or confirmation
Soundz, I hear you, man
Acknowledging the producer Soundz
Usher
Referencing the artist Usher who sings in the song
And this it right here
Indicating that this is the moment or the song being referred to
Queen B, yeah, yeah
Referring to herself, Beyoncé, as the queen
I'm the king, y'all know that (Usher, baby)
Asserting dominance and acknowledging Usher's presence
She the queen, came right back
Acknowledging the return of the queen (referring to herself)
Must be singing, yeah, yeah (yeah)
Implying that she must be singing in the song (referring to herself)
(Oh, remix) yeah, man
Referring to the remix version of the song and expressing excitement
Now, baby girl, there ain't nothin' more that I can say
Addressing a woman and suggesting that there is nothing more to be said
You know by now I want it more than anything
Implying a strong desire for something
If I walk away and just let you leave
Considering the possibility of letting someone go
You'll be stuck in my head like a melody
Indicating that the person will be constantly on their mind
I know you want it (yeah)
Acknowledging that the other person desires something
But I'm hesitating (why?)
Expressing uncertainty or reluctance to act
You must be crazy, I got a man, you got a lady
Acknowledging existing commitments to other people
I know we here together
Recognizing the presence and connection between the two individuals
So this must be something special
Inferring that their connection is unique or significant
'Cause, you could be anywhere you wanted
Highlighting the choice to be in this specific place or situation
But you decided to be here with me
Recognizing the decision to be together
No coincidence it was meant to be
Believing that their presence together is not a random occurrence
Don't be shy, gon' let ya boy get in
Encouraging the other person to be open and let them get involved
So you can tell all of your friends you was on the remix like
Suggesting the desire for the other person to share their experience with others
In this club (oh), in this club
Referring to being in a club or party setting
Ladies, can I put this love up on you one time?
Asking for permission or consent to express affection
If you ain't scared then say, "What's up?"
Challenging the other person to show their interest or bravery
They can keep watchin', I ain't stoppin', baby, I don't give a
Expressing a lack of concern for others observing them
And baby, you know I'd be down
Exhibiting willingness or readiness to do something
But we can't have all these people staring, standin' around
Recognizing the presence of others and the need for privacy
This right here is only for your eyes to see
Highlighting the intimacy or exclusivity of the situation
But you getting carried away, saying we can do it wherever (ay, yeah, yeah)
Acknowledging the other person's eagerness or suggestions
The way you touching me (hey)
Appreciating the other person's physical affection
Like no other
Implying that the physical touch is unique or special
I'ma make you feel insane, ohh, yeah
Expressing the intention to provide intense pleasure or excitement
You're trying your hardest to make me give in
Recognizing the other person's efforts to persuade or convince
But I'ma be down to give you what you wantin' if you keep it up
Indicating a willingness to meet the other person's desires
I strongly doubt this velvet rope would hold me up
Expressing doubt that external obstacles or limitations can stop them
And I don't want security rollin' up on us (I got you)
Avoiding interference or interruption from security personnel
I'm not hesitating, I just don't wanna rush
Clarifying the reason for not immediately going forward
But you could be anywhere you wanted
Reiterating the freedom of choice to be together
But you decided to be here with me
Emphasizing the chosen presence and connection
No coincidence it was meant to be
Reaffirming the belief in the significance of their connection
I guess if I mess around, I let you get in
Acknowledging the possibility of being persuaded or influenced
You gon' tell all of your friends you was on this remix like
Anticipating the other person sharing their experience with others
Fellas, can I put this love up on you one time?
Requesting permission or consent to express affection to men
I wanna make love
Expressing the desire for intimacy or sexual connection
Ladies, can I put this love up on you one time? (I wanna)
Requesting permission or consent to express affection to women
I wanna make love
Expressing the desire for intimacy or sexual connection
Baby, put it on me, make love tonight
Suggesting engaging in physical and emotional intimacy
They can keep watchin', baby, I don't give a
Reiterating the lack of concern for others observing them
Ahem, shawty want a thug, it started with a hug
Referring to a woman who desires a tough or rough man
And the rest went like this
Continuing the narrative of their interaction
I gave her neck a kissy kiss
Describing a physical gesture of affection on the neck
She gave my neck a kiss back
Reciprocating the physical gesture of affection on the neck
I said, "We could do it like a stack"
Suggesting an alternative approach or style to their interaction
I mean we could do it like a G
Proposing a cool, confident, or luxurious approach
On the couch in V.I.p
Imagining an intimate setting in a VIP area or lounge
Shawty, we can get it on
Suggesting engaging in sexual activity
I'm like, "Shout out to the DJ
Giving recognition or appreciation to the DJ
For playin' this song"
Expressing gratitude for the song being played
Girl, we could act like two damn fools
Proposing a carefree or uninhibited behavior
Have everybody think we doin' a dance move
Implying that their behaviors may be misinterpreted as dance moves
Call me, so I can make it juicy for ya
Inviting the other person to contact them for a pleasurable experience
Meet me in the bathroom and you could be my secret lover, yeah
Suggesting a clandestine or hidden romantic encounter
And it started with a hug but now we makin' love in this club
Reflecting on the progression of their interaction from a hug to intimacy
And we not gonna stop just because
Deciding to continue without allowing external factors to interfere
The people in the crowd are watching us
Acknowledging the presence of an audience or onlookers
'Cause we don't give a damn what they say, this is
Expressing a disregard for others' opinions or judgments
Th-the remix, baby
Referring to the remix version of the song
Come a little closer let daddy put it on ya
Inviting the other person to get closer and experience their affection
Need you to know, what happens here stays here
Emphasizing the importance of confidentiality and discretion
Well I'm, ready and willing
Expressing readiness and eagerness to engage intimately
Mama's good to go, got you standing at attention
Claiming to be sexually desirable and captivating the other person's attention
Keep it on the low
Promoting the secrecy or confidentiality of their interaction
Ain't nobody watching
Asserting that no one is observing or paying attention
Don't worry they can't see us
Reassuring the other person about their privacy
I know I got you hot now let me in
Sensing the other person's attraction and requesting intimacy
You in the club or the car, wherever you are
Acknowledging the various possible locations and settings
Run and tell the DJ
Instructing the other person to inform the DJ
Run it back on replay
Requesting the song to be played again
Now, run and tell all of your friends
Instructing the other person to inform their friends
You gotta hear this remix, like
Encouraging the sharing of the remix version with others
Woo (yeah, yeah), yeah (yeah)
Expressing excitement or enthusiasm
King and queen, y'all know (ooh)
Asserting their regal status and significance
Yeah, man (hey)
Continuing to express agreement or confirmation
If we make love in this club (ay) (what would music be without Soundz?)
Contemplating the possibility of intimacy in a club setting
Nobody will know, baby
Emphasizing the secrecy or confidentiality of their actions
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jay W Jenkins, Keri Lynn Hilson, Usher Raymond, Ryon Jermaine Lovett, Keith Thomas, Lamar Taylor, Darnell O Dalton, Thomas Bell, Linda Epstein, Dwayne Michael Carter, Jamal F Jones
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@adelmo1989
"In Da Club"
(originally by 50 Cent)
No shorty, it's Beyonce,
We gonna' party like, it's ya birthday,
We gettin' naughty like, it's ya birthday
So put ya drink up in the air if you look sexy!
I'm the chick with the hot ish, manolo blahnik,
Jimmy choo kicks, killin' it, who you with?
Me & my girls at the party with the diamonds and ice
I'm that classy mami with the Marilyn Monroe body.
I'm that fly chick 5*6 Marc Jacob mini
Ghetto fabulous, glamorous, its effortless
Make up light, we with my pastel Louis
Designer scarf, work of art, rockin' vintage Gucci
You can find me in the club, sippin' on some bub,
Daddy I got what you need you's a sexy little thug,
Don't wanna be your girl I ain't lookin for no love,
So come give me a hug, sexy little thug.
You can find me in the club, sippin' on some bub,
Daddy I got what you need you's a sexy little thug,
Don't wanna be your girl I ain't lookin for no love,
So come give me a hug, sexy little thug.
My nails my hair my diamond rings,
Shining with all my fancy things,
My crib my car my clothes my jewels,
Why you mad? Cause I came up and I ain't changed.
I'm that girl wearing Chanel pearls,
Chandeliers in my ears from Bailey Banks and Biddle
Ya feeling my style, ya feeling my flow
Hair sheek, smells sweet, like coco de fleur?
I'm the lady sipping baileys while I strut like a model
If the ladies wanna hate me I just send them a bottle
I know I got it but don't flaunt it even though brothers want it,
Dancin' dirty while I'm flirting, 'cause he' checkin' up on me.
You can find me in the club, sippin' on some bub,
Daddy I got what you need you's a sexy little thug,
Don't wanna be your girl I ain't lookin for no love,
So come give me a hug, sexy little thug.
You can find me in the club, sippin' on some bub,
Daddy I got what you need you's a sexy little thug,
Don't wanna be your girl I ain't lookin for no love,
So come give me a hug, sexy little thug.
My nails my hair my diamond rings,
Shining with all my fancy things,
My crib my car my clothes my jewels,
Why you mad? Cause I came up and I ain't changed, ohhh
ohhh, ohhh ohhh, ohhh!
ohhh, ohhh ohhh, ohhh.
ohhh, ohhh ohhh, ohhh!
ohhh, ohhhoooooooooooooooooooooowww!! (into hook)
You can find me in the club, sippin' on some bub,
Daddy I got what you need you's a sexy little thug,
Don't wanna be your girl I ain't lookin for no love,
So come give me a hug, sexy little thug.
You can find me in the club, sippin' on some bub,
Daddy I got what you need you's a sexy little thug,
Don't wanna be your girl I ain't lookin for no love,
So come give me a hug, sexy little thug.
@calebjemitola5993
Am I the only one that want Beyoncé to randomly perform this live. I’d just about lose my damn mind 😂.
@loganedinbocker2060
This or what it’s gonna be
@xxxTIN0xxx
She did it live once.
@raoulhery
"Dancin' dirty while I'm flirtin' cause he checkin' up on me"
@hichamchergui2535
Beyonce superstar of this generation xxx
@pbf7719
Only time I ever saw her perform this live was a PPV concert in 2003
@mschuchuJRJF
I miss this Beyonce! The club would go wild when this version was played, everyone dancing and no social media...good old days!
@bryanbryan5214
I’ve heard it in the club back I. The day…
@itsdiddyyo8699
I can't believe no one told me about this.
@cheyennemarks2263
MOLIEHI MOHALE are you seriously only just finding this now ?