In 2004, Ciara released her debut studio album, Goodies. It was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and garnered two nominations at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards. In 2006, Ciara released her second studio album, The Evolution, which reached number one in the U.S. and was certified platinum.
Ciara's third studio album, Fantasy Ride (2009) was less successful than her first two albums. However, it produced the international top-ten single "Love Sex Magic (feat. Justin Timberlake)", which received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. The following year, Ciara released her fourth studio album, Basic Instinct, which included the R&B top-five single "Ride (feat. Ludacris)", but was met with low sales, continuing a downward trend in her commercial performance. Ciara signed a new record deal with Epic Records in 2011. In 2013, she released her fifth studio album, Ciara, which spawned the R&B top-ten single "Body Party". Her sixth album, Jackie (2015), included the singles "I Bet" and "Dance like We're Making Love". Her seventh album, Beauty Marks (2019), included the hit single "Level Up". Ciara's awards include three BET Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards, three MOBO Awards and one Grammy Award. As of 2019, Ciara's worldwide sales total over 45 million.
In 2006, Ciara made her film debut in All You've Got, and later appeared in the films Mama, I Want to Sing! (2012) and That's My Boy (2012). In 2013, she had a recurring role in the US TV series, The Game. In 2016, Ciara signed a signed a modeling contract with IMG. That year, she became a Global Brand Ambassador for the cosmetics giant Revlon and she married quarterback Russell Wilson.
Yeah I Know
Ciara Lyrics
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Yeah I know
Yeah [Repeat x7]
Check me out
You say you want to take me home
(That's a no-no)
But you ain't got no home
Ya ain't got a job
(That's a no-no)
All you do is get hot
(That's a no-no)
You got a brand new car
(That's a)
But you ain't got no gas
(That's a no-no)
Baby boy slow down
Why, why ya trying to move off fast?
(That's a no-no)
I bet you never find nobody who can work it better (Yeah [Repeat x4])
I'm too hot on fire to waste my time (Yeah [Repeat x4])
There's a man out there who knows how to treat me (Yeah [Repeat x4])
I know you're not used to it, grillin' my ride
He cried out
[Chorus]
Yeah I know you want me, yeah I know (yeah [x3])
Yeah I know you want me, yeah I know (yeah [x3])
Yeah I know you want me, yeah I know (yeah [x3])
Tell me something that I don't know (yeah [x3] girl)
Yeah I know you want me, yeah I know (yeah [x3])
Yeah I know you want me, yeah I know (yeah [x3] girl)
Yeah I know you want me, yeah I know
I'm a tell you something you should know (yeah [x3])
Don't flash them dollars
(That's a no-no)
Thinking I'm gon' holla
(That's a no-no)
Don't play me for a dummy
(That's a no-no)
Cause it ain't all about the money
(That's a no-no)
Trust
So when we in the club, don't say
Hey dawg
Don't say hey dawg, don't say hey dawg
He must got it confused, thinking I'm that girl
I'm that girl (That's a no-no)
I bet you never find nobody who can work it better (Yeah [Repeat x4])
I'm too hot on fire to waste my time (Yeah [Repeat x4])
There's a man out there who knows how to treat me (Yeah [Repeat x4])
I know you're not used to it, grillin' my ride
He cried out
[Chorus]
Yeah [Repeat]
I bet you never find nobody who that can work it better (Yeah [Repeat x4])
I'm too hot on fire to waste my time (Yeah [Repeat x4])
There's a man out there who knows how to treat me (Yeah [Repeat x4])
I know you're not used to it, grillin' my ride
He cried out
[Chorus]
Yeah [Repeat]
Ciara's song "Yeah I Know" tackles the issue of men who only want to flaunt their material possessions and use them to get women without putting in the effort to build a genuine connection. Through the lyrics, Ciara points out that while these men may have flashy cars and money, they lack crucial qualities such as a home, a job, and the ability to treat women properly. She tells these types of men to slow down and focus on building a real relationship instead of just trying to impress with their material possessions.
Ciara's assertive tone adds to the message of the song by showcasing her confidence and self-respect. She emphasizes that she knows her worth and is not willing to settle for someone who only values her based on her appearance or what she can do for them financially. The lyrics also touch on the idea that there are men out there who know how to treat women properly and are willing to put in the effort to build a genuine connection.
The repetition of the phrase "yeah, I know" drives home Ciara's message that she is fully aware of what these types of men are trying to do. The song also showcases Ciara's vocal abilities, with her powerful vocals adding to the overall impact of the message.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah I know you want me
Acknowledging the man's desires for her.
Yeah I know
Repeating the acknowledgment of his desires.
Yeah [Repeat x7]
Reiterating her recognition of his interests.
Check me out
Implying she's worth noticing.
You say you want to take me home
The man expresses his interest in her.
(That's a no-no)
Rejecting the man's request.
But you ain't got no home
Pointing out the man's lack of housing.
(That's a no-no)
Explaining why she can't go to his house.
Ya ain't got a job
Noting the man's absence of employment.
(That's a no-no)
Suggesting he should not try to pursue a relationship with her.
All you do is get hot
Implying he lacks ambition or motivation.
(That's a no-no)
Using his lack of drive as another reason to decline his advances.
You got a brand new car
Noting the man has recently acquired a car.
(That's a)
Acknowledging the fact that it could be a good thing.
But you ain't got no gas
Pointing out a fundamental flaw with his vehicle.
(That's a no-no)
Another reason the man isn't ready for her.
Baby boy slow down
Advising him to take things slower.
Why, why ya trying to move off fast?
Questioning his motivations and intentions.
(That's a no-no)
Reiterating the point that this behavior is unacceptable.
I bet you never find nobody who can work it better (Yeah [Repeat x4])
Confidence in her abilities and reinforcing her worth.
I'm too hot on fire to waste my time (Yeah [Repeat x4])
Asserting she is valuable and not to be taken for granted.
There's a man out there who knows how to treat me (Yeah [Repeat x4])
Implying she won't settle for less than she deserves.
I know you're not used to it, grillin' my ride
Acknowledging the man may not be familiar with her standards.
He cried out
A vocal response, possibly in frustration or disbelief.
[Chorus]
Repeating the main hook of the song.
Tell me something that I don't know (yeah [x3] girl)
Calling for the man to give her a new perspective or something she hasn't already heard before.
Don't flash them dollars
Advising him not to show off his money.
(That's a no-no)
Another way he's turning her off.
Thinking I'm gon' holla
Assuming she's interested just because of his money.
(That's a no-no)
Explaining why his assumptions are incorrect.
Don't play me for a dummy
Telling him not to underestimate her intelligence.
(That's a no-no)
Her cleverness is not to be taken lightly.
Cause it ain't all about the money
Clarifying that what she values isn't superficial.
Trust
Assuring the man that he can trust her.
So when we in the club, don't say
A warning or caution to the man.
Hey dawg
An example of what he shouldn't say.
He must got it confused, thinking I'm that girl
The man is mistaken about her character.
I'm that girl (That's a no-no)
Clarifies that she's not who he thinks she is.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KENNETH COBY, CIARA HARRIS, JORDAN SUECOF
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