Single Ladies
Beyonce(碧昂斯) Lyrics
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(All the single ladies)
All the single ladies
(All the single ladies)
All the single ladies
(All the single ladies)
All the single ladies
Now put your hands up
Up in the club--we just broke up
I'm doing my own little thing
You decided to dip and now you wanna trip
'Cause another brother noticed me
I'm up on him, he up on me
Don't pay him any attention
'Cause I cried my tears for three good years
You can't be mad at me
'Cause if you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
'Cause if you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
I got gloss on my lips, a man on my hips
Got me tighter than my Dereon jeans
Acting up, drink in my cup
I can care less what you think
I need no permission, did I mention?
Don't pay him any attention
'Cause you had your turn, but now you gon' learn
What it really feels like to miss me
'Cause if you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
'Cause if you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Don't treat me to these things of the world
I'm not that kind of girl
Your love is what I prefer, what I deserve
Here's a man that makes me then takes me
And delivers me to a destiny, to infinity and beyond
Pull me into your arms
Say I'm the one you want
If you don't, you'll be alone
And like a ghost I'll be gone
All the single ladies
All the single ladies
All the single ladies
All the single ladies
All the single ladies
All the single ladies
All the single ladies
Now put your hands up
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh
Oh, oh, oh
'Cause if you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Oh, oh, oh
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
The song "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" by Beyonce is an upbeat anthem for women who are confident and independent. The song's main message is about respect and value in a relationship. Beyoncé addresses men who are not serious about their relationships, telling them that if they want their woman, they need to show it by putting a ring on her finger. The song has a catchy beat, a strong vocal performance and an empowering message, making it one of the most popular songs of its time.
The chorus "If you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it" is the song's most memorable line, emphasizing the importance of commitment in a relationship. Beyoncé uses her personal experience to convey the message, explaining that she had cried for three years before realizing that she deserved more. She asserts that she does not need a man's permission to act as she wishes, and that her true love will make her happy, rather than worldly possessions.
The song's music video, which features Beyoncé and two backup dancers performing high-energy dance moves in black leotards and heels, also became an iconic image of the song, further popularizing the song's message of female empowerment.
Line by Line Meaning
All the single ladies
This song is dedicated to all unmarried women
(All the single ladies)
Repeating the line as an emphasis
Now put your hands up
Raise your hands if you're single and ready to mingle
Up in the club--we just broke up
I'm in the club after breaking up with my partner
I'm doing my own little thing
I'm enjoying myself without caring about others' opinion
You decided to dip and now you wanna trip
You broke up with me and now you're jealous of me
'Cause another brother noticed me
Another man started paying attention to me
I'm up on him, he up on me
I'm flirting with a new man and he's reciprocating
Don't pay him any attention
Ignore your ex-partner's jealousy
'Cause I cried my tears for three good years
I spent three years crying over you
You can't be mad at me
You have no right to be angry with me
'Cause if you liked it, then you should have put a ring on it
If you wanted to keep me, you should've proposed to me
Don't be mad once you see that he want it
Don't be upset when you realize someone else desires me
I got gloss on my lips, a man on my hips
I look good and I have a new partner
Got me tighter than my Dereon jeans
My new partner fits me perfectly
Acting up, drink in my cup
I'm partying and having fun
I can care less what you think
I don't care about your opinions or feelings
I need no permission, did I mention?
I don't need your approval, did I already tell you that?
You had your turn, but now you gon' learn
You had your chance with me, but now you'll realize what you lost
What it really feels like to miss me
You'll finally understand the pain of missing someone you lost
Don't treat me to these things of the world
Don't try to impress me with materialistic things
I'm not that kind of girl
I'm not interested in shallow things; I need true love
Your love is what I prefer, what I deserve
I only deserve and expect true love
Here's a man that makes me then takes me
I found a man who makes me happy and satisfies my needs
And delivers me to a destiny, to infinity and beyond
This man takes me to new heights and a wonderful future
Say I'm the one you want
Tell me that you want me and only me
If you don't, you'll be alone
If you don't want me, you'll end up alone
And like a ghost I'll be gone
I will leave and never look back like a ghost
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEWART, CHRIS / KNOWLES, BEYONCE / NASH, TERIUS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Harsha-pe3pw
She was the one who wore the Infinity Gauntlet first
@Daniela-21
true
@MicoAngeloFlavier
what about Michael Jackson?
@Sonidolexxx
Lol
@Auriior
What abt Dora?
@tonieastcoast9579
😱🤯👍
@wolfieafo
That’s what I call pop music. There’s nobody like her. I’m so grateful to have grown up with Beyoncé's music.
@togonumber
hottie :)
@davidjamescaberte1133
That's what I called pop music
@JeepersCreepers-nq4qk
she was great in that removed from everywhere punk'd video :)