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.
Summertime ft. P. Diddy
Beyoncé Lyrics
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There's three things I like about the summertime
Drop tops, long hot nights and summer love
Yeah
Hey yo, B
Tell 'em what time it is
Let's go
Walking up to me like they know me
You were the one that stayed aside
Waited a while and took your time
You don't know how impressing
Your curiosity was to me
It was the fourth day of July
Looked in my eyes and saw that I
I wanted more than just a man
I needed a friend
Someone I can talk to, someone who really listens
When you touched my hand, the sun got brighter then
Trusting you, I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
It was the summertime
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
When Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
Now it's been a year and we're closer
Fall in love again when I hold ya
I know that God set you aside for me
And now you are my prize
Wanna grow old wit'cha
And fill our house with your pictures
Have a son for you
A little girl for me
Together we'll raise a family
Baby, you're more than just a man
I needed a friend (you are my best friend)
Someone I can talk to, someone who really listens
When you touched my hand, the sun got brighter then
Trusting you, I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
It was the summertime
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
When Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
So what's in gonna be, him or me? (Yeah)
We can cruise the world for pearls
And bare boots for girls
Summertime in the linen, fresh fruit
Livin the life that's forbidden for just you (let's go)
No worries you ain't gotta be stressed out
No hurries you ain't gotta be rushed out
Sit back relax ma take your time
Now have a taste of the finest wine
Every minute that we have's a blessing to me
And in your heart you's a "Child of Destiny" (that's right)
Them hot summers that we had especially
Love who you is girl, you bring out the best of me
And it's like that, you know it's like that (that's right)
And that's your plan, where's your hand let me ice that
You my heart ain't no chance you could fight that
The summertime, when you hot baby take that, take that, yeah
It was the summertime
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
When Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
“Summertime” by Beyoncé is a beautiful love song about a summer romance that blossomed into something more. The lyrics describe the singer's memory of falling in love with a man during the summer season. The song starts with the singer sharing her love for summertime, drop tops, long hot nights, and summer love. The following lyrics depict how the man walked up to her and waited for the perfect opportunity to approach her. The singer praises his curiosity towards her, which made her intrigued by him. The lyrics express how the two shared a special connection that transformed into a beautiful love story. The chorus acknowledges how extraordinary the summer was when the two fell in love.
In the second verse, the lyrics describe how the two have grown closer, a year after they first fell in love. The singer believes that God has brought them together, and she feels lucky to have him by her side. They share a desire to have children and build a beautiful life together. The rapper's verses compliment the singers, adding a unique flavor to the song. The lyrics describe how the two can cruise around the world, buy accessories, wear linen and eat fresh fruits. They have a beautiful life together and can sit back, relax, and have the finest wine. Finally, the rapper highlights that the singer is a "Child of Destiny," a reference to her past group that she had started out with called Destiny's Child. The song ends with the chorus highlighting how special and extraordinary their summertime romance was.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah
Acknowledgement and excitement for the summer season.
There's three things I like about the summertime
A list of the singer's favorite things about the season.
Drop tops, long hot nights and summer love
Specific examples of what the singer enjoys in the summertime.
Hey yo, B
Addressing someone, possibly a friend or collaborator.
Tell 'em what time it is
Encouraging the addressee to announce their presence or intentions.
Let's go
An invitation to begin an activity or adventure.
Out of all the guys that approach me
Describing the singer being approached by romantic suitors.
Walking up to me like they know me
Men approaching the artist with confidence and familiarity.
You were the one that stayed aside
Describing the addressee standing out by giving the artist space.
Waited a while and took your time
Waiting patiently to engage the artist and get to know her.
You don't know how impressing
The singer is impressed by the addressee's behavior.
Your curiosity was to me
The artist appreciates how the addressee expressed interest in learning about her.
It was the fourth day of July
A specific moment in the summer that is memorable to the singer.
Looked in my eyes and saw that I
The addressee made eye contact with the singer and observed something significant.
I wanted more than just a man
The singer is looking for more than just a romantic partner.
I needed a friend
Emphasizing the desire for companionship beyond physical attraction.
Someone I can talk to, someone who really listens
A description of the ideal partner who can offer emotional support.
When you touched my hand, the sun got brighter then
A metaphorical expression of the singer's happiness when interacting with the addressee.
Trusting you, I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
The singer feels safe and secure in the addressee's company.
Now it's been a year and we're closer
The artist and addressee have been together for a year and have developed a strong bond.
Fall in love again when I hold ya
The artist continues to have romantic feelings for the addressee.
I know that God set you aside for me
Belief that the addressee was destined to be the artist's partner.
And now you are my prize
The addressee is appreciated and valued by the singer.
Wanna grow old wit'cha
The artist desires a long-term committed relationship with the addressee.
And fill our house with your pictures
Describing a future together with the addressee and cherishing memories.
Have a son for you
The singer desires to start a family with the addressee and become parents.
A little girl for me
The singer wants to have a daughter, sharing their desire to raise a family.
Together we'll raise a family
The artist plans to work alongside the addressee to raise their children.
So what's in gonna be, him or me? (Yeah)
Questioning whether or not the addressee will choose the artist over others.
We can cruise the world for pearls
A promise of adventure and travel together.
And bare boots for girls
Possibly a reference to wanting to go barefoot with the addressee and enjoy the outdoors.
Summertime in the linen, fresh fruit
Describing the addressee and the artist spending the summer together, enjoying the season's offerings.
Livin the life that's forbidden for just you (let's go)
Suggesting that the addressee deserves an extraordinary life with the artist.
No worries you ain't gotta be stressed out
The artist wants the addressee to feel relaxed and safe in their love.
No hurries you ain't gotta be rushed out
The addressee should feel calm and not rushed in their relationship.
Sit back relax ma take your time
Encouraging the addressee to enjoy the moment and not feel pressured.
Now have a taste of the finest wine
Enjoying quality time together with luxurious elements.
Every minute that we have's a blessing to me
The singer cherishes every moment spent with the addressee.
And in your heart you's a "Child of Destiny" (that's right)
A reference to destiny and fate bringing the addressee and speaker together.
Them hot summers that we had especially
Recalling past summers together with fondness.
Love who you is girl, you bring out the best of me
The addressee is special to the artist and has improved their life.
And it's like that, you know it's like that (that's right)
Affirming the connection between the singer and the addressee.
And that's your plan, where's your hand let me ice that
Offering to help the addressee realize their dreams together.
You my heart ain't no chance you could fight that
The artist is sure of their love for the addressee and sees a future together.
The summertime, when you hot baby take that, take that, yeah
The artist is enjoying the summer vibes and all that it entails with the addressee at their side.
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
Reflecting on the moment when the artist and addressee fell in love - likely in the summer months.
When Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Suggesting that the season and the love between the two are intertwined and even blessed by a higher power.
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Expressing a fondness for the unique joys that summer brings.
Summertime
A refrain that emphasizes the joy, love, and freedom felt in the summertime with the addressee.
Lyrics © Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Angela Beyince, Sean Combs, Beyonce Knowles, Taurian Shropshire, Mario Winans, Steven A Jordan, Varick Smith
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@khadeenherbert5933
Out of all the guys that approach me
Walking up to me like they know me
You were the one that stayed aside
Waited a while and took your time
You don't know how impressing
Your curiosity was to me
It was the fourth day of July
Looked in my eyes and saw that I
I wanted more than just a man
I needed a friend
Someone I can talk to, someone who really listens
When you touched my hand, the sun got brighter then
Trusting you, I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
It was the summertime
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
Heaven shined on us; it was the summertime
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
Now it's been a year and we're closer
Fall in love again when I hold ya
I know that God set you aside for me
And now you are my prize
Wanna grow old wit'cha
And fill our house with your pictures
Have a son for you
A little girl for me
Together we'll raise a family
Baby, you're more than just a man
You are my best friend
Someone I can talk to, someone who really listens
When you touched my hand, the sun got brighter then
Trusting you, I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
It was the summertime
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
Heaven shined on us; it was the summertime
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
It was the summertime
When we fell in love, it was the summertime
Heaven shined on us; it was the summertime
Baby, there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
@tonymoulden1151
Yeah
There's three things I like about the summertime
Drop tops, long hot nights and summer love
Yeah
Hey yo, B
Tell 'em what time it is
Let' s go
[Beyonce]
Out of all the guys that approached me
Walking up to me like they know me
You were the one that stayed aside
Waited a while and took your time
You don't know how impressing
Your curiousity was to me
It was the fourth day of July
Looked in my eyes and saw that I
[Break - Beyonce]
I wanted more than just a man (man)
I needed a friend (I want a friend)
Someone I can talk to (oh)
Someone who'll really listen (yeah)
When you touched my hand (yeah yeah)
The sun got brighter then (brighter then)
Trusting you I closed my eyes
And felt our love begin
[Chorus - Beyonce]
It was the summertime (when we fell in love)
It was the summertime (when heaven shined on us)
It was the summertime (baby there is nothing like the)
Summertime, summertime (ohh)
[Beyonce]
Now it's been a year and we're closer
Fall in love again when I hold ya
I know that God set you aside
For me and now you are my prize
Wanna grow old with ya
Fill a house with ya pictures
Have a son for you, a little girl for me
Together we'll raise a family
[Break - Beyonce]
I wanted more then just a man
I needed a friend
You are my best friend (yeah)
Someone I could talk to
Someone who'll really listen (yeah)
When you touched my hand (yeah)
The sun got brighter then (brighter then)
Trusting you I closed my eyes
and felt our love begin
[Chorus]
[P. Diddy]
Yo let me holla at you for a sec
So what's in gonna be, him or me? (yeah)
We can cruise the world for pearls
And bare boots for girls
Summertime in the linen, fresh fruit
Livin the life that's forbidden for just you (let's go)
No worries you ain't gotta be stressed out
No hurries you ain't gotta be rushed out
Sit back relax ma take your time
Now have a taste of the finest wine
Every minute that we have's a blessing to me
And in your heart you's a "Child of Destiny" (that's right)
Them hot summers that we had especially
Love who you is girl, you bring out the best of me
And it's like that, you know it's like that (that's right)
And that's your plan, where's your hand let me ice that
You my heart ain't no chance you could fight that
The summertime, when you hot baby take that, take that
Yeah..
[Chorus]
@Abgr00
Out of all the guys that approach me
Walking up to me like they know me
Your were the one that stayed aside
Waited a while and took your time
You don't know how impressing
Your curiosity was to me
It was the 4th day of July
Looked in my eyes and saw that I
I wanted more than just a man
I needed a friend
Someone I can talk to someone who really listens
When you touched my hand the sun got brighter then
Trusting you I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
It was the summertime
When we fell in love ot was the summertime
Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Baby there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
Now it's been a year and were closer
Fall in love again when I hold ya
I know that God set you aside for me
And now you are my prize
Wanna grow old witcha
And fill our house with your pictures
Have a son for you
A little girl for me
Together we'll raise a family
Baby you're more than just a man
You are my best friend
Someone I can talk to someone who really listens
When you touched my hand the sun got brighter then
Trusting you I closed my eyes and felt our love begin
It was the summertime
When we fell in love it was the summertime
Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Baby there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
It was the summertime
When we fell in love it was the summertime
Heaven shined on us it was the summertime
Baby there is nothing like the summertime
Summertime
@JayBowen
This is one of her best songs, so kick-back and smooth.
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@jasonb5499
Hella smooth😊
@oscarlopez2058
Getting chills listening to this song. Loved it when it was released and still do.
@aidenwalters123
The smoothness off her voice is what’s got this song on repeat 🙌🏽🙌🏽
@shari5448
Still one of my favorite song from Beyonce.
@msbuttercup0427
One of Beyonce's best songs!! I love it and never get tired of it!! I wish she made a video for it but at least she sings it live!! Love it!!!