By the end of 1994 BlackGirl toured the United States with R. Kelly for a six-week tour, appeared on Soul Train, appeared in a Chrysler commercial, and released the holiday single "Give Love On Christmas Day"/"Christmas Time". The group then teamed up with Aaliyah, En Vogue, Mary J. Blige, Vanessa Williams, For Real, and SWV for the single "Freedom" from the movie Panther. The single became BlackGirl's fifth Top forty single, when peaked at number eighteen.
On September 24 the band performed at the 1994 Georgia Hall of Fame gala honoring Issac Hayes.
In 1995, the band earned two Soul Train Award nominations, Single of the Year (By A Group, Band or Duo) for "Let's Do It Again" and Album of the Year (By A Group, Band or Duo) for Treat U Right. They then released "90's Girl" in the UK, the song was a Top 10 success on the R&B chart, and reached #23 on the UK Pop chart. The group appeared on the single "Hey, Look Away" by Questionmark Asylum in late 1995, at the end of the year the group performed with Chuck Berry at Apollo Theater Hall of Fame ceremony.
In 1996 the group disbanded.
90's Girl
Blackgirl Lyrics
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Hey, hey, ooh, ooh
(I'm a 90's girl)
I'm a 90's girl
Ooh, yes, I am
(I'm a 90's girl)
Making it on my own, yeah
(Back in the day)
When my mama was raising me
I never could understand
The statement, stand behind your man
I'd rather be by his side
Sharing the load
So he can see things
From my point of view
And read my thoughts
I'm a 90's girl
Willing and able
Proving that I'm capable
And I'm to go for
What I know (I know)
And I'm going for the best
So don't put me to the test
Cause you know I'll pass
And love can last
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world
Show me some respect
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world
Independant and strong
I can make it on my own
Criticize my effort
Is to get what I want
I use it because you fear
An equilibrium
Just because I wear
Some sexy clothes
That don't mean take advantage
And assume I'll go
I'm a 90's girl
Willing and able
Proving that I'm capable
And I'm to go for
What I know (I know)
And I'm going for the best
So don't put me to the test
Cause you know I'll pass
And love can last
How can a man be a man
Have the upper hand and signal
And?
So tell me
Whatever happened to chivalry
R-e-s-p-e-c-t
That's all I ask from you for me
No, no, no, no
Yeah (a 90's girl)
Yeah, oh, that's all I want, yes
(A 90's girl)
Oh, no, oh, no, oh, no
Oh, no (a 90's girl)
Oh, no, oh, no, oh, no
Oh, no (a 90's girl)
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world
Show me some respect
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world
Independant and strong
I can make it on my own
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world
Show me some respect
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world
Independant and strong
I'm a 90's girl
I'm a 90's girl
In an ice cold world...
The song '90s Girl' by Blackgirl, is an ode to independent women of the 90s. The song is an anthem of self-confidence, empowerment, and feminism. The opening line, "I'm a 90s girl," sets the tone for the whole song, as the singer establishes herself as a woman of the 90s, who is strong, independent, and capable of making it on her own.
The opening verse reflects on the traditional gender roles that women have been subjected to. The singer, who was raised by her mother, did not understand the saying "stand behind your man." Instead, she wants to stand by her man, share the load, and be seen as an equal partner. The song highlights that women want chivalry and respect, which have been lacking in society.
The pre-chorus and chorus repeat the message of being a '90s girl' who is willing and able to go for what she wants and will not be stopped by anyone trying to put her to the test. The chorus also emphasizes the message that women want respect and equality, and are not looking for special treatment, but rather for opportunities to prove themselves.
Overall, '90s Girl' is a powerful feminist anthem that celebrates women of the 90s who are strong, independent, and capable of thriving in a society that has not always been kind to them.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a 90's girl
I am a woman who grew up during the 1990s
Ooh, yes, I am
I am proud to be a 90s girl
Making it on my own, yeah
I am capable of living independently
When my mama was raising me
During my upbringing by my mother
I never could understand
I did not comprehend
The statement, stand behind your man
The notion of supporting a man without concern for one's own choices
I'd rather be by his side
I prefer to be a partner and an equal
Sharing the load
Dividing responsibilities equally in a relationship
So he can see things
In order for him to understand my perspective
From my point of view
My perspective as a woman
And read my thoughts
Understanding my emotions without judgment
Willing and able
Prepared and capable
Proving that I'm capable
Demonstrating that I am able to do what I set out to do
And I'm to go for
Pursuing my desires
What I know (I know)
The things I am certain about
And I'm going for the best
Striving for the highest achievement
So don't put me to the test
Do not doubt my abilities
Cause you know I'll pass
I am confident in my ability to succeed
And love can last
A successful relationship requires mutual respect and love
In an ice cold world
The world is unforgiving and harsh
Show me some respect
Treat me with the respect I deserve
Independent and strong
Self-sufficient and capable
Criticize my effort
Judging my work and effort
Is to get what I want
An attempt to undermine my goals and desires
I use it because you fear
The criticism is rooted in fear of an imbalance of power
An equilibrium
A balance of power and respect in a relationship
Just because I wear
My clothing choices do not reflect my personality or desires
Some sexy clothes
Dress in fashionable or attractive clothing
That don't mean take advantage
Do not assume my clothing choices are an invitation for inappropriate behavior
And assume I'll go
Assuming I will agree to unwanted advances
How can a man be a man
What does it mean to be a man in today's society?
Have the upper hand and signal
Domination and control in a relationship
And?
What are the responsibilities of being a man in a relationship?
Whatever happened to chivalry
Why is chivalry no longer a societal norm?
R-e-s-p-e-c-t
Mutual respect for individuals
That's all I ask from you for me
The only thing I need from others is respect
A 90's girl
A woman who grew up during the 1990s
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@raymondwalker4
Still knockin in 2023! Much love to everybody in here! Much love from Yonkers,New York!!!!!!
@cassandramonique
We will never get another era like the 90's. We are not okay.
@rickyflora2544
To much ass to show instead of singing that's today's music has come to.
@claieke
Amen
@1986Glory
Need me a 90s girl because 2022 styles of girls need to take lessons from the 90s Girls
@raymondwalker4
Say that shit again fam!
@christophersantana5895
THIS SONG IS STILL A CLASSIC AFTER 26 YEARS.
@SneikotheDiva
Christopher Santana definitely I was in middle school rocking skirts and knee socks
@claieke
@@SneikotheDiva I thought I was mister man back then..lol..wow..miss the 90s
@preciouskincannon9952
Yes. They. Are. But. People. Dont. Care. For. Them. No. More