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.
looking at you
Ciara Lyrics
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Let's ride
Please make it hot
Thugs make it hot (uh huh)
Get it crunk from begin to end
Get on the floor bet it bump more
Shake it mami
Let's ride
Please make it hot (mmm)
Thugs make it hot (uh huh)
Get it crunk from begin to end
Get on the floor bet it bump more (c'mon)
Shake it mami
So nice to meet cha'
Cause everything about cha'
Secures my type and I love it
So good to see ya'
Cause everything about cha's right
And I like it
I can't take my eyes off you
Oh, you got me thinking'
What I might do when
When we leave here together
Oh, homie your so fine
And on my mind
I ain't goin' lie your kinda hot
You got my attention and it takes a lot
Baby you turn me on
I'm not goin' let ya lone
All I want to do
Is to get to know you better
I'm a ghetto girl that can do whatever
Then say it's all good
See'mon now yes you would
I'm looking' at you
Me and my girls
And your homeboy's too
I can dig that cause I'm into you
So act like you hear me
Cause I'm hollerin' at chu
So see'mon baby
I'm looking' at chu
Me and my girls
And your homeboy's too
I can dig that cause I'm into you
So act like you hear me
Cause I'm hollerin' at chu
So see'mon baby
Are you there baby
I'll hold it down if you let me
Baby, I'ma rider (ohh, baby)
And I'ma good girl
I'm rollin' yo' candle
Can't live without it
Now let me break it down
I'm a nice girl
She a in the past girl
But If I'm next
I'll swear I'll be your last girl
Now don't you go thinking' I'ma fast girl
But I'm that girl, oh
I ain't goin' lie your kinda hot
You got my attention and it takes a lot
Baby you turn me on
I'm not goin' let ya lone
All I want to do
Is to get to know you better
I'm a ghetto girl that can do whatever
Then say it's all good
See'mon now yes you would
I'm looking' at you
Me and my girls
And your homeboy's too
I can dig that cause I'm into you
So act like you hear me
Cause I'm hollerin' at you
So see'mon baby
I'm looking' at you
Me and my girls
And your homeboy's too
I can dig that cause I'm into you
So act like you hear me
Cause I'm hollerin' at you
So see'mon baby
Boy, yes you is
I can see it in your eyes
You need a girl that
Will have you be lovin' you babe
Oh
I said It's real
How I feel
I won't let you hide from me
Cause I know it's aright for me, yeah,
I'm looking' at you
Me and my girls
And your homeboy's too
I can dig that cause I'm into you
So act like you hear me
Cause I'm hollerin' at you
So see'mon baby
I'm looking' at you
Me and my girls
And your homeboy's too
I can dig that cause I'm into you
So act like you hear me
Cause I'm hollerin' at chu
So see'mon baby
Ciara's song "Lookin' At You" is a track from her debut album "Goodies" which was released in 2004. The song is an upbeat, hip-hop and R&B fusion that features a heavy, pulsing beat which gives it a danceable and lively quality. The lyrics of the song are focused on the singer expressing her attraction and interest in a particular person she has encountered, and she lets them know that she is looking at them.
Ciara establishes a seductive and assertive tone in the song as she delivers lines such as "Stop movin' a bump bump, yeah, Let's ride, Please make it hot, Thugs make it hot (uh huh)". She talks about wanting to get to know the person better and expressing how they make her feel. The chorus of the song emphasizes the relationship between Ciara, her girls, and the boys, as they all continue to move towards each other.
It's clear that the song is meant to be a party anthem, inviting everyone to come together and have a good time. It's a catchy and upbeat track that is sure to get anyone on the dance floor. Overall, the song seems to celebrate the fun and excitement of new encounters and shared experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop movin' a bump bump, yeah
Stop dancing awkwardly and let's groove
Let's ride
Let's have a good time together
Please make it hot
Elevate the energy and intensity of the night
Thugs make it hot (uh huh)
Even the tough guys can add to the excitement
Get it crunk from begin to end
Party hard and keep the energy up from start to finish
Get on the floor bet it bump more
Dance harder and make the room shake
Shake it mami
Keep moving and dancing seductively
So nice to meet cha'
It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance
Cause everything about cha'
There's something magnetic and attractive about you
Secures my type and I love it
You're the type of person I'm intrigued by and drawn to
So good to see ya'
It's great to have the opportunity to spend time with you
Cause everything about cha's right
There's nothing about you that feels wrong or off-putting
And I like it
I'm into you and what you bring to the table
I can't take my eyes off you
You're captivating and I can't stop staring
Oh, you got me thinking'
You've got my mind racing
What I might do when
I'm contemplating how this night could end
When we leave here together
I'm hoping we click and spend more time together outside of this party
Oh, homie your so fine
You're really attractive
And on my mind
I can't stop thinking about you
I ain't goin' lie your kinda hot
I'll be honest, you're really good-looking
You got my attention and it takes a lot
You've piqued my interest and I don't get excited easily
Baby you turn me on
You're starting to sexually arouse me
I'm not goin' let ya lone
I'm not going to leave you alone
All I want to do
I'm hoping to get to know you better or possibly more intimately
Is to get to know you better
I want to learn more about you and connect with you
I'm a ghetto girl that can do whatever
I'm a strong and capable woman from a tougher background
Then say it's all good
I'm confident in myself and can handle anything thrown my way
See'mon now yes you would
I'm sure you're attracted to my confidence and strength
Me and my girls
My friends and I
And your homeboy's too
We're also interested in your male friends
I can dig that cause I'm into you
I like you and therefore am interested in the people you surround yourself with
So act like you hear me
Pay attention to me and what I'm saying
Cause I'm hollerin' at chu
I'm trying to get your attention and have a conversation with you
Boy, yes you is
You're definitely the one I'm interested in
I can see it in your eyes
I'm sensing a mutual attraction
You need a girl that
You're looking for someone that
Will have you be lovin' you babe
Will love and care for you
I said It's real
I'm being truthful and genuine
How I feel
I'm expressing my emotions and interest in you
I won't let you hide from me
I'm not afraid to pursue you and make my interest known
Cause I know it's aright for me, yeah,
I'm confident and certain that I'm making the right choice in pursuing you
So act like you hear me
Pay attention to what I'm saying
Cause I'm hollerin' at you
I'm trying to get your attention
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CIARA HARRIS, CIARA PRINCESS HARRIS, JOHNTA AUSTIN, JOHNTA M. AUSTIN, PHALON ALEXANDER, PHALON ANTON ALEXANDER
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