With vocals reminiscent of Beyoncé’s early work on “Dangerously In Love” and Destiny’s Child, the subject matter provides an updated and mature perspective on the reasons why she ‘likes’ her husband throughout their relationship, as opposed to track ten off her debut album “That’s How You Like It”.
It debuted at #41 on the Billboard Hot 100 during the chart week ending of August 13, 2022 and was awarded with “Best Traditional R&B Performance” for the 65th Annual Grammy Awards on February 5, 2023.
PLASTIC OFF THE SOFA
Beyoncé Lyrics
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Yourself 'round me, now
And I know nobody's perfect, so I'll let you be, I'll let you be
It's the way you wear your emotions on both of your sleeves, ah-ah-ah
To the face you make when I tell you that I have to leave, ooh-ooh
But I like it, baby, ooh, I like it, baby
But I like it, baby, baby, but I like it, babyAh, we don't need the world's acceptance
They're too hard on me, they're too hard on you, boy
I'll always be your secret weapon in your arsenal, your arsenal
And I know you had it rough growing up, but that's okay (that's okay)
I like it rough (that's okay, baby)
Even when you let your feelings get in the way (let your feelings get in the way)
I still like it, baby, ooh, I like it, baby (like it, baby)
But I like it, baby (like it, baby)
Baby, baby (like it, baby)
I still like it, baby, baby, baby, baby
Say, say you won't change
I love the little things that make you, you
Ooh, the rest of the world is strange
Stay in our lane, just you and me, and our family
I think you're so cool (even though I'm cooler than you)
Boy, I love that you can't help but be yourself around me
Yourself around me
Sugar, well you're trippin', I know we'll make up and make love
So I'll let you be, I'll let you be
It's the way you listen when I'm cryin'
You let me lean in
It's the way you want one more kiss after you said you were leavin'
But I like it, baby (yes, I like it, baby, yes, I like it baby)
Yes, I like it, baby (like it, baby)
Like it, I like it, I love it, baby
I like it, baby
I like it, I love it, baby
I like it, baby (I like it, ooh, like it, I like it, yeah)
I like, like it, baby
I like it, baby
Oh, I like it, baby
Baby, come on over (ooh, I like it, baby)
And I need you, baby
Baby (na-na-na, na-na-na, na-na, na-na)
The song "Plastic Off the Sofa" by Beyoncé is a love song that expresses the appreciation the singer has for her partner's unique qualities, flaws, and emotional nature. Beyoncé admits that nobody's perfect, including her, but despite their imperfections, she loves her partner for who they genuinely are. She encourages her partner not to worry about the world's acceptance because they don't need it as long as they have each other. The lyrics show a deep level of understanding and support between the couple. The singer acknowledges that her partner had a tough upbringing, but even that doesn't matter because she still loves him for who he is. Beyoncé also mentions the little things her partner does that make her love him more, like the way he listens and the way he wants one more kiss before he leaves.
The song's title, "Plastic Off the Sofa," is figurative language that references the practice of keeping plastic covers on furniture to protect them from damage. In this sense, the "plastic" represents the fake or superficial, while the "sofa" represents the real and authentic. Therefore, "plastic off the sofa" means to remove anything that is not genuine or authentic and embrace the realness and authenticity of the relationship.
Overall, the song is about loving someone for who they are entirely, even with their flaws and imperfections, and not trying to change them to fit into any specific mold.
Line by Line Meaning
Boy, I know you can't help but to be yourself 'round me
I understand that you are natural with me around
And I know nobody's perfect, so I'll let you be, I'll let you be
I know that perfection is not a requirement; I accept you as you are
To the face you make when I tell you that I have to leave, ooh-ooh
I notice the expressions you have when you are told that I have to go
But I like it, baby, ooh, I like it, baby
Despite that, I still enjoy being with you
Ah, we don't need the world's acceptance
We do not have to conform to societal norms
I'll always be your secret weapon in your arsenal, your arsenal
I am your ally and support system in whatever you face
And I know you had it rough growing up, but that's okay (that's okay)
I understand that you have had a challenging background
Boy, I love that you can't help but be yourself around me
I appreciate your authenticity when you are with me
Sugar, well you're trippin', I know we'll make up and make love
I know we will reconcile and make love no matter what happens
It's the way you listen when I'm cryin'
I cherish the way you lend me an ear when I cry
You let me lean in
You provide physical comfort when I'm upset
It's the way you want one more kiss after you said you were leavin'
Your desire for one last kiss before leaving shows your appreciation for me
I think you're so cool (even though I'm cooler than you)
I think highly of you (even though I believe I am better than you)
Baby, come on over (ooh, I like it, baby)
I want you to come closer to me
And I need you, baby
I want you by my side
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Beyonce Knowles
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@quantumhealthandnutrition
The maturity in her vocals. Doctorate vocalist!!!!
@KeMiHaLo
Summa cum laude!
@mannieballard762
Giving Very much Seasoned & clear vocals👑🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝🐝
@fernandodiniz6029
Beyoncé 90\2000 vocals, you know she sings in many ways, listen, Naughty Girl [Acapella], Yes, Missy Elliott - Crazy Feelings (feat. Beyoncé) ,Missy Elliott - Nothing Out There For Me (feat. Beyonce).
@7y7rgt6yu
OMG SHE WHISTLED AT 4:20 omg!!!!! 🤯🤯🤯🤯 listen to the background!!!!
@bmurraybmurray8505
Lmao
@pancakesarebetterthanwaffl3093
The tone, runs, and pure soul. This feels so much like a '90s jam you would hear in the car on a late-night drive home. Such a jam.
@bb4979
You get it.