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.
Lose My Breath
Beyoncé Lyrics
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Can you keep up?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Bring the noise, make me lose my breath
Hit me hard, make me lose my (hah hah)
Can you keep up?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Hit me hard, make me lose my breath (hah hah)
If you can't make me say, ooh
Like the beat of this drum
Why you ask for some? You really want none
If you can't make me say, ooh (ooh ooh)
Like the beat of this groove
You don't have no business in this
Here's your papers
Baby you are dismissed
Everybody give it up for the beautiful Kelly
And the beautiful Michelle
We love you
My girl B is killing it tonight
I'm so happy y'all are here tonight
Do y'all remember this song?
The lyrics of Beyoncé's song Lose My Breath are about an intense desire and passion between two people. The singer challenges her lover to keep up and push her to her limits. The chorus repeatedly asks the question "Can you keep up?" implying the need for the partner to match her level of energy and sexually arouse her to the point where she's short of breath. She wants him to hit her hard, and bring the noise to make her lose control. If he cannot do this, she dismisses him, stating that he has no business being in her life.
The song is suggestive and is believed to be about the early stages of a romantic relationship where physical attraction reigns supreme. The lyrics present an image of sexual empowerment, showcasing a confident woman who is in control of her desires and doesn't shy away from expressing them. The song's throbbing beat adds to the sexual tension, matching the passion in the lyrics. The presence of Destiny's Child bandmates Kelly and Michelle adds to the energy of the song as they take turns to acknowledge their fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Hit me!
Start the music, get the party going!
Can you keep up?
Can you dance as fast and hard as I can?
Baby boy, make me lose my breath
Handsome man, dance with me so energetically that I'm out of breath
Bring the noise, make me lose my breath
Play louder and harder, so that I'm out of breath from dancing and the music combined
Hit me hard, make me lose my (hah hah)
Keep the beat strong and fast, so I'm so happy dancing that I'm laughing
If you can't make me say, ooh
If you can't make me feel so good that I make an 'ooh' sound
Like the beat of this drum
Like how the music rhythm makes me feel
Why you ask for some? You really want none
Why do you want to be part of this if you can't keep up and make me happy?
You don't have no business in this
You don't belong here
Here's your papers
You're fired
Baby you are dismissed
You are no longer welcome
Everybody give it up for the beautiful Kelly
Let's all cheer for the lovely Kelly
And the beautiful Michelle
And the gorgeous Michelle, too
We love you
We appreciate you being here and performing for us
My girl B is killing it tonight
Beyoncé is amazing and doing an outstanding job tonight
I'm so happy y'all are here tonight
I'm thrilled that everyone is here enjoying the music
Do y'all remember this song?
I wonder if anyone remembers this classic hit
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Fred Jerkins III, Kelendria Rowland, Lashawn Ameen Daniels, Rodney Jerkins, Beyonce Knowels, Michelle Williams, Sean Garrett, Shawn Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Me and my other personalities having a general meeting together..
@HeyMyLifeIsLibby
The most relatable thing I’ve ever read.
@ivansarangsang2625
this is so funny 🤣
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@Mass-produced
I shouldn't laugh this hard...🤣🤣
@Elizabeth-mf3dn
Yes 😂😂😂
@kristynemauricio4950
This time period really had me thinking random dance battles were gonna be a big part of my adult life 😭
@mikkopenttila7604
The fault is not with you but the World for failing to deliver.
@shundeensunshine3182
Me too! I remember dancing with my cousins when we were little kids.
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Lmao