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.
Ring The Alarm
Beyoncé Lyrics
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I been through this too long
But I'll be damned if I see another chick on your arm
Don't you ring the alarm
I been through this too long
But I'll be damned if I see another chick on your arm
She gon' be rockin' chinchilla coats (if I let you go, no)
She gon' take everything I own (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
She gon' rock them VVS stones (if I let you go, no)
Couped in the 'Bach or the Rolls (if I let you go, no)
She gon' profit everything I taught (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
Tell me how should I feel, when I know what I know
And my female intuition, telling me you a dog?
People told me 'bout the flames, I couldn't see through the smoke
When I need answers, accusations, what you mean you gon' choke? (Oh)
You can't stay, you gotta go (oh)
Ain't no other chick spendin' yo' dough
This is taking a toll, the way the story unfolds
Not the picture-perfect movie everyone would have saw
She gon' be rockin' chinchilla coats (if I let you go, no)
Get in the house off the coast (if I let you go, no)
She gon' take everything I own (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
She gon' rock them VVS stones (if I let you go, no)
Couped in the 'Bach or the Rolls (if I let you go, no)
She gon' profit everything I taught (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
Ring the alarm
I been through this too long
But I'll be damned if I see another chick on your arm
Don't you ring the alarm
I been through this too long
But I'll be damned if I see another chick on your arm
Tell me how should I feel
When you made me belong
And the thought of you just touching her is what I hate most
I don't want you but I want it and I can't let it go
To know you give it to her like you gave it to me, come on (oh)
He's so arrogant and bold (oh)
But she gone love that shit, I know
I done put in a call, time to ring the alarm
'Cause you ain't never seen a fire like the one I'ma cause
She gon' be rockin' chinchilla coats (if I let you go, no)
Get in the house off the coast (if I let you go, no)
She gon' take everything I own (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
She gon' rock them VVS stones (if I let you go, no)
Couped in the 'Bach or the Rolls (if I let you go, no)
She gon' profit everything I taught (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no, ooh)
How can you look at me
And not see all the things that I kept only just for you? (Ooh)
Why would you risk it baby is that the price I that pay? (Ooh)
But this is my show and I won't let you go
All has been paid for, and it's mine
How could you look at me
And not see all the things?
(See all the things, see all the things)
She gon' be rockin' chinchilla coats (if I let you go, no)
Get in the house off the coast (if I let you go, no)
She gon' take everything I own (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
She gon' rock them VVS stones (if I let you go, no)
Couped in the 'Bach or the Rolls (if I let you go, no)
She gon' profit everything I taught (if I let you go, no)
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
The lyrics to "Ring The Alarm" by Beyoncé are about a woman who has been in a relationship for too long with a man who has been unfaithful. She says that she will not let him leave her for another woman who may take advantage of him financially. She exclaims that she cannot bear to see another woman wear chinchilla coats, have expensive jewelry, and ride in a luxury car that she worked hard to provide for him. She questions how she should feel when her instincts tell her that he is unfaithful but he denies it. Beyoncé emphasises that she can no longer stand being disrespected and needs to end the relationship before it does more harm to her emotional state.
The song is a reflection of a woman's emotional and mental struggle with a toxic relationship. Beyoncé conveys this through powerful lyrics with an intense tone that shows how angry and frustrated she is. The song's chorus of "Don't You Ring the Alarm" emphasises her determination to fight for herself and not let others take advantage of her. This song empowers women to recognise their worth and take control of their lives, making it a popular and relatable track.
Line by Line Meaning
Ring the alarm
I'm warning you to pay attention to what's happening
I been through this too long
I've dealt with this situation for too many years
But I'll be damned if I see another chick on your arm
I won't tolerate you being with another woman
Don't you ring the alarm
Don't make me have to warn you again
She gon' be rockin' chinchilla coats (if I let you go, no)
If I break up with you, the next woman you're with will be flaunting expensive clothes
Get in the house off the coast (if I let you go, no)
If I let you go, the next woman you're with will live in a luxurious beach house
She gon' take everything I own (if I let you go, no)
If I break up with you, the next woman you're with will take my possessions
I can't let you go (oh), damned if I let you go (no)
I can't end this relationship, I refuse to lose you to another woman
Tell me how should I feel, when I know what I know
I know the truth, so how am I supposed to feel?
And my female intuition, telling me you a dog?
My instincts are telling me that you're unfaithful and have cheated on me
People told me 'bout the flames, I couldn't see through the smoke
People warned me about your unfaithfulness, but I didn't believe them until now
When I need answers, accusations, what you mean you gon' choke? (Oh)
When I questioned you and accused you of cheating, you couldn't even speak
You can't stay, you gotta go (oh)
I can't let you continue to be unfaithful and stay in this relationship
Ain't no other chick spendin' yo' dough
No other woman is going to benefit from your money except me
This is taking a toll, the way the story unfolds
This situation is causing me emotional pain and distress
Not the picture-perfect movie everyone would have saw
This relationship isn't as perfect as people thought it was
Tell me how should I feel
I'm struggling with my emotions and need to know what to feel
When you made me belong
You made me feel like I belonged with you, but now I know the truth
And the thought of you just touching her is what I hate most
The idea of you being intimate with someone else is what upsets me the most
I don't want you but I want it and I can't let it go
I don't want to be with you anymore, but I don't want anyone else to have you either
To know you give it to her like you gave it to me, come on (oh)
I know you're cheating on me with her, and it's frustrating that she's getting the same treatment I did
He's so arrogant and bold (oh)
You're arrogant and bold in your actions
But she gone love that shit, I know
The other woman will fall for your charm, just like I did
I done put in a call, time to ring the alarm
I'm taking action to warn you of the consequences of your actions
'Cause you ain't never seen a fire like the one I'ma cause
I'm going to create a scene so intense, you'll never forget it
How can you look at me
I'm hurt by the way you're treating me
And not see all the things that I kept only just for you? (Ooh)
You don't appreciate all the effort I've put into this relationship
Why would you risk it baby is that the price I that pay? (Ooh)
What's the point of risking our relationship for someone else?
But this is my show and I won't let you go
I'm in control of this relationship and won't let you leave easily
All has been paid for, and it's mine
I put in too much effort and time into this relationship to let it go
See all the things, see all the things
I want you to see the hard work I've put into this relationship
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Kasseem Daoud Dean, Sean Garrett, Beyonce Gisselle Knowles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rashaejackson5989
Beyoncé had me mad at a husband i didn’t have at 7 years old🤧
A year later, can’t believe this comment still gets likes😭.
2 years later i got 14k😭.
@Angie_bae
Rashae Jackson LMAOOOOOO
@lesliewavy4071
Same LMFAO
@dashararandles5818
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@natureboyadmitstocrime7181
Rashae Jackson lmaoooooo
@natassiahammond323
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
@Corey617
Beyonce been trying to tell us about Becky since DAY ONE.
@zandileethan7474
😂😂😂
@Richettaholmes2
Corey Atherley omg this so sad but true like man the industry is so fuckin greedy
@100samanthamarie
Corey Atherley 😂