In early 2000, both Roberson and Luckett were replaced with Williams and Farrah Franklin; however, Franklin quit after five months, leaving the group as a trio. Their third album, Survivor (2001), whose themes the public interpreted as a channel to the group's experience, produced the worldwide hits "Independent Women", "Survivor" and "Bootylicious. In 2001, they announced a hiatus to pursue solo careers. The trio reunited three years later for the release of their fifth and final studio album, Destiny Fulfilled (2004), which spawned the international hits "Lose My Breath" and "Soldier (feat. T.I. & Lil' Wayne)". Since the group's official disbandment in 2006, Knowles, Rowland and Williams have reunited several times, including at the 2013 Super Bowl halftime show and 2018 Coachella festival.
Destiny's Child has sold more than sixty million records worldwide to date. Billboard ranks the group as one of the greatest musical trios of all time, the ninth most successful artist/band of the 2000s, placed the group 68th in its All-Time Hot 100 Artists list in 2008 and in December 2016, the magazine ranked them as the 90th most successful dance club artist of all time. The group was nominated for 14 Grammy Awards, winning twice for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals and once for Best R&B Song.
Say My Name
Destiny's Child Lyrics
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If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Better say my name
Any other day
I would call and you would say
Baby how's your day
But today, it ain't the same
Every other word
Is "uh-huh" yeah "okay"
Could it be that you
Are at the crib with another lady
If you took it there
First of all, let me say
I am not the one
To sit around, and be played
So prove yourself to me
I am the girl that you claim
Why don't you say the thangs
That you said to me yesterday
I know you say that I am assuming things
Something's going down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be the reason why you're acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you say everything to me times two
Why can't you just tell the truth
If somebody's there then tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Better say my name
What is up with this
Tell the truth,who you with
How would you like it if
I came over with my clique
Don't try to change it now
See you gotta bounce
When two seconds ago
You said you just got in the house
It's hard to believe that you
Are at home, by yourself
When I just heard the voice
Heard the voice of someone else
Just this question why
Do you feel you gotta lie
Gettin' caught up in your game
When you can not say my name
I know you say that I am assuming things
Something's going down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be the reason why you're acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you say everything to me times two
Why can't you just tell the truth
If somebody's there then tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Better say my name
I know you say that I am assuming things
Something's going down that's the way it seems
Shouldn't be the reason why you're acting strange
If nobody's holding you back from me
'Cause I know how you usually do
When you say everything to me times two
Why can't you just tell the truth
If somebody's there then tell me who
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Baby say my name, say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Why the sudden change
Say my name, say my name
If no one is around you
Say baby I love you
If you ain't runnin' game
Say my name, say my name
You actin' kinda shady
Ain't callin' me baby
Baby say my name
Destiny's Child's song "Say My Name" is a song that addresses infidelity in a relationship. The song is a conversation between a woman and her partner, who is acting suspiciously and not giving her the attention she deserves. The woman confronts him, asking him to say her name, and to affirm his love for her. She suspects that he is seeing someone else, and demands that he tell her the truth. She reminds him that she is not one to be played, and she expects him to prove himself to her.
The lyrics of the song reveal a sense of mistrust and insecurity, as the woman questions her partner's actions and motives. She needs reassurance and validation, and she demands honesty and transparency from her partner. The song resonated with many listeners, as it expressed a relatable and timeless theme of love, betrayal, and communication.
Overall, "Say My Name" is a powerful and emotional song that captures the complexity of relationships and the challenges of maintaining trust and fidelity. It is a testament to the enduring popularity of Destiny's Child and their ability to connect with their audience through their music.
Line by Line Meaning
Say my name, say my name
Address me by my name and acknowledge my worth
If no one is around you
Even when there's no one else to see
Say baby I love you
Confess your feelings towards me
If you ain't runnin' game
If you're not trying to deceive me
You actin' kinda shady
You're displaying suspicious behavior
Ain't callin' me baby
You're not using any affectionate nicknames for me
Why the sudden change
Why have you become different from before?
Any other day
On a different day, under different circumstances
I would call and you would say
I'd call you and you'd respond
Baby how's your day
You'd inquire about my day
But today, it ain't the same
But today things aren't as they used to be
Every other word
Nearly every sentence or phrase
Is "uh-huh" yeah "okay"
You're responding with basic, generic answers
Could it be that you
Is it possible that you
Are at the crib with another lady
You're with another woman at your place
If you took it there
If that's the case
First of all, let me say
Before anything else, I need to tell you
I am not the one
I won't tolerate being deceived or played
To sit around, and be played
I won't allow myself to be fooled or taken advantage of
So prove yourself to me
You need to show me your loyalty and honesty
I am the girl that you claim
I am the woman you profess to love
Why don't you say the thangs
Why don't you tell me the same things
That you said to me yesterday
That you told me previously
I know you say that I am assuming things
I understand that you accuse me of being paranoid
Something's going down that's the way it seems
There's something happening, and that's how it appears
Shouldn't be the reason why you're acting strange
It shouldn't be the cause for your unusual behavior
If nobody's holding you back from me
If there's no one else preventing you from being with me
'Cause I know how you usually do
Because I'm familiar with how you typically act
When you say everything to me times two
When you repeat everything you tell me
Why can't you just tell the truth
Why can't you be honest with me
If somebody's there then tell me who
If someone else is present, reveal their identity
What is up with this
What is happening with this situation
Tell the truth,who you with
Be truthful and tell me who you're with
How would you like it if
How would you feel if
I came over with my clique
I showed up with a group of people
Don't try to change it now
Don't attempt to alter what you've said or done
See you gotta bounce
You need to leave now
When two seconds ago
Even though just moments before
You said you just got in the house
You claimed you had just arrived at home
It's hard to believe that you
It's difficult to trust that
Are at home, by yourself
You're alone at home
When I just heard the voice
When I clearly heard the sound of someone else
Heard the voice of someone else
Detected the sound or words of another person
Just this question why
This is the question I have
Do you feel you gotta lie
Why do you believe you need to deceive me
Gettin' caught up in your game
Becoming entangled in your dishonest behavior
When you can not say my name
When you're unable to address me by my name
Baby say my name, say my name, say my name
Repeat my name, use it to indicate your affection and loyalty
Better say my name
You should address me by my name to show your respect and commitment
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Sentric Music
Written by: Fred Jerkins Iii, Kelendria Rowland, Lashawn Ameen Daniels, Rodney Jerkins, Beyonce Knowles, Latavia Roberson, Letoya Luckett
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