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.
That's How You Like It ft. Jay-Z
Beyoncé Lyrics
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That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh (yo)
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
I need a thug that'll have my back (my back)
Do-rag, Nike Airs to match (to match)
Ain't nothin' wrong with that
That's how I like it, baby
Where my thugs at?
White T-Shirt, I love that
Timberland boots, you does that, it's a fact
That's how I like it, baby
The way you walk (walk)
The way you talk (talk)
The way you dress (dress)
The way you smile
I like the way you are (are)
The way you ain't (ain't)
I like your honesty, integrity
It levels me, so please don't ever change
That's how you like it, huh (no, no, no)
That's how you like it, huh (no)
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh
That's how you like it, huh (hey)
That's how you like it, huh (yeah)
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (you know that we)
That's how you like it, huh (should try to be)
That's how you like it, huh
All I want is how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (yeah)
That's how you like it, huh (mmm)
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
I like the way you brush your hair
I like the stylish clothes you wear
It's just the real things you do
That's why I wanna stick with you
Where my girls at?
Let them know we love that
Sexy way they does that (you did that)
That's how I like it, baby
I hope you like my style (style)
The way I dress (dress)
The way I flirt (flirt)
Say yes
I hope you like my mind (mind)
The things I say (say)
If I'm with you, then I'm with only you
My loyalty will never, ever change
That's how you like it, huh (hey, yeah)
That's how you like it, huh (I like it baby yeah)
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (don't change)
That's how you like it, huh (stay the same)
That's how you like it, huh
You accepted how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (you know what to do)
That's how you like it, huh (you know what to say)
That's how you like it, huh (to make me feel this way)
I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (I like it)
That's how you like it, huh (I love it)
That's how you like it, huh (I really, really like it)
That's how I like it, baby
I know you've heard I'm a gangsta
They say, "stay away from them gangstas"
"They never change up, or pull they pants up"
Well, baby girl, put ya foot down
Don't let'em push you around, you know what you like
Baby thug, you know wrong from right
You done felt grown before
This can't be what it feel like
And they don't really know what you feel like for instance
They don't know the difference between real life
And the music videos and the raggedy magazines
They have it badder than he seems
All they see is my baggy jeans, my attitude
I ain't mad at you, it's just my Clyde
The way I wear my hat to the side (woo, woo)
The way I lean real low when I ride
That's why my minds, they like my walk (my walk)
My accent from New York
My way of thinkin' is slightly off
They like the way he floss
Leave the block on a bike, he come back in a Porsche
But of course
Most of all, they like my honesty, integrity, my loyalty
Young Hova and the letter B
How you like that, huh?
That's how you like it, huh (ooh, I like it baby)
That's how you like it, huh (I like it baby)
That's how you like it, huh (I like it baby)
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (you know)
That's how you like it, huh (what I like)
That's how you like it, huh (that is why)
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (that's how I)
That's how you like it, huh (like it, yeah)
That's how you like it, huh
That's how I like it, baby
That's how you like it, huh (how I like it, baby)
That's how you like it, huh (how I like it, baby)
That's how you like it, huh (how I like it, baby)
That's how I like it, baby
The lyrics of Beyoncé's song "That's How You Like It" are about a couple who loves each other despite their tough exterior. The woman wants a man who is tough and loyal to her, something the man is capable of. The verse "I like the way you are, the way you ain't, I like your honesty, integrity, it levels me, so please don't ever change" means that she admires his honesty and loves him the way he is.
The song highlights the attraction between two individuals who are not afraid to be themselves. The chorus, "That's how you like it, huh, that's how I like it, baby" expresses that both of them are able to appreciate and find comfort in each other's authentic selves. The verse "I like the way you brush your hair, I like the stylish clothes you wear, it's just the real things you do, that's why I wanna stick with you" adds to the theme of sticking to someone who is true to themselves.
Overall, "That's How You Like It" is about accepting someone for who they are, through their style, mannerisms, and beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
That's how you like it, huh
Acknowledging and affirming the preferences of the listener
That's how I like it, baby
Affirming the singer's own preference for their partner
I need a thug that'll have my back (my back)
Expressing a desire for a tough, loyal partner
Do-rag, Nike Airs to match (to match)
Appreciation for a coordinated fashion style
Ain't nothin' wrong with that
Defending and embracing the previously mentioned style choices
Where my thugs at?
Addressing the desired demographic for the previously mentioned type of partner
White T-Shirt, I love that
Another appreciation for a specific fashion choice
Timberland boots, you does that, it's a fact
More appreciation for a specific fashion choice and recognition that their partner consistently wears it
The way you walk (walk)
Appreciation for their partner's distinctive gait
The way you talk (talk)
Appreciation for their partner's unique way of speaking
The way you dress (dress)
Appreciation for their partner's fashion sense
The way you smile
Appreciation for their partner's smile
I like the way you are (are)
Overall appreciation for their partner's personality and traits
The way you ain't (ain't)
Appreciation for their partner's authenticity and honesty
I like your honesty, integrity
Further appreciation for their partner's honesty and character
It levels me, so please don't ever change
Their partner's qualities make the singer feel more grounded and stable, so they express a desire for their partner to remain true to themselves
That's how you like it, huh (no, no, no)
Repeating the title phrase, but with a playful and teasing tone
That's how you like it, huh (no)
A more straightforward expression of the title phrase
That's how you like it, huh (hey)
Another playful repetition of the title phrase
That's how you like it, huh (yeah)
Confirming that they understand their partner's preferences
That's how you like it, huh (you know that we)
Acknowledging that their partner knows what they like and expect from a relationship
That's how you like it, huh (should try to be)
Implying that the singer will try to meet their partner's expectations
All I want is how I like it, baby
Stating their desire for a mutually satisfying relationship
That's how you like it, huh (mmm)
Another repetition of the title phrase, with a contented tone
I like the way you brush your hair
Appreciation for a specific aspect of their partner's appearance
I like the stylish clothes you wear
Appreciation for their partner's fashion sense
It's just the real things you do
Their appreciation is based on their partner's genuine actions rather than fabricated or image-driven choices
That's why I wanna stick with you
Their partner's true self is what makes them want to continue the relationship
Where my girls at?
Addressing their female friends or peers
Let them know we love that
Encouraging celebration and appreciation for their peers' unique and genuine qualities
Sexy way they does that (you did that)
Appreciation for their friends' own fashion choices and styles
I hope you like my style (style)
Expressing a desire for their partner to appreciate their own fashion choices
The way I dress (dress)
Further emphasis on their own fashion sense
The way I flirt (flirt)
Emphasizing their own flirtatious behavior
Say yes
Expressing a desire for their partner to give a positive response to their advances
I hope you like my mind (mind)
Switching from physical attributes to personal qualities, expressing a desire for their partner to appreciate their intelligence
The things I say (say)
Further emphasis on their own intelligence and conversational skills
If I'm with you, then I'm with only you
Commitment to being faithful in the relationship
My loyalty will never, ever change
Further commitment to staying devoted to their partner
You accepted how I like it, baby
Acknowledging that their partner has also accepted their preferences and personality
That's how you like it, huh (you know what to do)
Repeating the title phrase with a hint of flirtation
That's how you like it, huh (you know what to say)
Another playful repetition of the title phrase
That's how you like it, huh (to make me feel this way)
Acknowledging that their partner knows how to make the singer feel happy and satisfied in the relationship
I like it, baby
Affirming their enjoyment and satisfaction in the relationship
That's how you like it, huh (I like it)
Repeating the title phrase again with a happy and contented tone
That's how you like it, huh (I love it)
Changing the phrase slightly to express more intense feelings
That's how you like it, huh (I really, really like it)
Amplifying their expression of enjoyment in the relationship
I know you've heard I'm a gangsta
Acknowledging the singer's reputation or image
They say, "stay away from them gangstas"
Referencing the negative perceptions that society has about people who identify as gangsters or criminals
"They never change up, or pull they pants up"
Furthering the stereotype of gangsters as being resistant to change or personal growth
Well, baby girl, put ya foot down
Challenging those negative perceptions and encouraging assertiveness
Don't let'em push you around, you know what you like
Encouraging self-confidence and independent thinking
Baby thug, you know wrong from right
Acknowledging that their partner knows how to make good decisions and is not inherently a bad person based on their appearance or reputation
You done felt grown before
Acknowledging that their partner has already experienced challenging or adult situations
This can't be what it feel like
Questioning the status quo and challenging their partner to think about what they truly want and expect from life
And they don't really know what you feel like for instance
Critiquing societal norms or expectations that may not accurately reflect how their partner feels or experiences the world
They don't know the difference between real life
Further questioning societal perceptions and pointing out a lack of understanding or nuance
And the music videos and the raggedy magazines
Referencing media as a source of distorted or misleading perceptions
They have it badder than he seems
Suggesting that things are more difficult or nuanced than they appear on the surface
All they see is my baggy jeans, my attitude
Acknowledging that the public may focus on superficial aspects of their appearance and personality rather than deeper qualities
I ain't mad at you, it's just my Clyde
Clarifying that the singer's attitude is not a personal slight against anyone, it's simply who they are
The way I wear my hat to the side (woo, woo)
Further emphasizing their personal style and appearance
The way I lean real low when I ride
Further emphasizing their personal style and demeanor
That's why my minds, they like my walk (my walk)
Acknowledging that others may appreciate certain elements of their personality or behavior
My accent from New York
Further emphasizing their unique regional and cultural identity
My way of thinkin' is slightly off
Acknowledging that their personal worldview or values may differ from societal norms or expectations
They like the way he floss
Others may appreciate the singer's financial success or lifestyle
Leave the block on a bike, he come back in a Porsche
Further emphasizing their wealth and success
But of course
A playful and confident way of affirming their own success and status
Most of all, they like my honesty, integrity, my loyalty
Regardless of superficial traits or societal expectations, what others appreciate most about the singer is their honesty, character, and devotion
Young Hova and the letter B
Referring to the singer and rapper Jay-Z (aka Hova) and his wife Beyoncé (represented by the letter B)
How you like that, huh?
Proudly asserting their success and partnership with Jay-Z and Beyoncé
Lyrics © THE ROYALTY NETWORK INC., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Etterlene Jordan, Eldra Debarge, William Debarge, Shawn Carter, Beyonce Knowles, Delroy Andrews, Brian Bridgeman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@inquiririddles
I like how her hair makes a subtle heart on the left side!
@SweetBrownGirl
I've never noticed that...wow.
@yupci9133
🤦🏿♀️
@xauceamani
I did not notice till now! Ah ah but I like it as well.
@ladybee1909
Right.........! 🤣♥️
@seeletsanenthobatsang4550
Oh wow...You are so observant 😜
@MahoganyBleu22
Dangerously In Love...Beyonce's best album to me. I can play it straight thru and listen to every song cause that's how I like it.
@miaedwards9894
2022 and it’s still getting played like the first time ❤️ CLASSIC
@kenyattatucker1279
2023
@tinyinvest3500
2021 Yesss Sirrr
“That’s How I like it babe”
Wha y’all at in ***2021** ❤️💋💪🏽