Although the move to step to the front of the stage may have seemed risky, the girls knew they were ready. "Everyone had lucrative careers," says Lesley, "but we had the confidence to say. Ok, let's stop all that and go off on our own with no help from anyone we'd worked for."
While their individual careers started with dance, the girls all grew up studying music. Binkie the business early from her father who was a member in the legendary Caribbean soul group Kid Creole and the Coconuts. Lesley began vocal training at age three while Sarah studied the piano as a young girl. Once they decided to form a group, the girls decided on the name Electrik Red which they felt exuded their collective sensuality.
In 2005, the foursome recorded a demo, and instead of calling on their long list of family friends and contacts in the music industry, Electrik Red decided to keep their new project under wraps. "What's crazy is that as many people we knew, we never really shopped the demo, we were protective of our music," says Naomi. "We felt like we couldn't go to an executive at a label until we feel like we had the best music possible. We believe you only have one shot."
In February of 2008, that one shot came when Electrik Red secured a deal with Def Jam. The girls were then paired with the hottest hit makers in town, The Dream and Tricky Stewart, who had worked with everyone from Mary J. Blige to Beyonce. "We all looked at each other and said 'Holy shit guys!'" remembers Binkie. "Look where we're at right now!"
The multi-talented group are now getting ready to release their debut album which has rapidly become heavily anticipated thanks to the massive buzz surrounding Electrik Red's first single, "Drink In My Cup." The slinky, yet hard hitting atmospheric "Drink In My Cup" showcases the girl's flowing harmonies and edgy phrasing. The mix of street and seduction makes it clear Electrik Red is taking mainstream R&B to an entirely new level.
"You know how back then the Spice Girls had girl power?" asks Sarah. "With us it's lady power, girl power on crack!" "I'd like people to hear four strong women who are very comfortable with their sexuality and with what we can bring to the world," says Lesley. "We will be heard damnit!"
On Point
Electrik Red Lyrics
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Yessir,
You what you deserve
[Verse 1: Naomi]
Little boy,
It's gon' take more than game
To get me to change my name
And little boy,
It takes more than a car
To get me to go that far
I ain't cheap little buddy I'm a star
Nigga, I'm a star
[B-Sec:]
(Ooooh) Gotta know what you lookin' at
Watchu lookin' at
If you want me to holla back,
You gotta know when to stop talking
Stop talking, if you really wanna play in my lane
[Hook:]
You gets nothin'
Unless that niggas on point
In the bed betta know what you doin'
Let the washer and the dryer keep the coins
I need dollars
And that's trill
Unless that nigga pay bills
And unless that nigga do deals
Unless he got my wrist on chill
I'm forreal,
Betta be on point
On point [x6]
Betta be on point
On point [x6]
Gotta be on point
On point [x6]
Gotta be on point
On point [x4]
Betta be on
[Verse 2: Binkie]
Little boy
Gon need more than a check
To get me to show you some respect
A phone call when you late don't text, and don't flex nigguh
Listen, little boy,
Don't try to show out
When yo little boys come to the house
Or I'll walk around this bitch in my Louis Vuitton heels with my ass hanging out (Owww!)
[B-Sec]
[Hook]
The song "On Point" by Electrik Red begins with The-Dream acknowledging that the girl he is talking to is deserving of what she desires. Naomi then speaks to a young boy explaining that he will need more than just game and a car to make her change her name. She is no easy catch and considers herself a star. Binkie's verse emphasizes that even a check is not enough, and no disrespect will be tolerated. She warns the boy not to show off in front of his friends or she will show him up by walking around in her Louis Vuitton heels with her behind exposed. The chorus emphasizes the importance of being on point, making it clear that they expect more than just empty promises and bragging.
Line by Line Meaning
Yessir,
The singer is confident and excited about the topic at hand.
You what you deserve
The singer believes that the listener is deserving of something.
Little boy,
The singer is addressing someone who is acting immature or inexperienced.
It's gon' take more than game
The artist requires more than just charm or charisma to be convinced.
To get me to change my name
The artist is not interested in getting married or changing her last name.
And you betta not be lame, (be lame, lame, lame)
The singer expects the person to be interesting and entertaining.
And little boy,
The singer reiterates their previous statement.
It takes more than a car
The artist is not impressed by material possessions.
To get me to go that far
The artist is not willing to engage in sexual activities unless certain requirements are met.
I ain't cheap little buddy I'm a star
The artist values themselves highly and is not willing to settle for less.
(Ooooh) Gotta know what you lookin' at
The singer wants to be approached by someone who knows what they're getting into.
Watchu lookin' at
The artist asks for clarification on the intentions of the other person.
If you want me to holla back,
The singer is open to further communication if certain conditions are met.
You gotta know when to stop talking
The singer wants the other person to be aware of when they are being annoying or repetitive.
Stop talking, if you really wanna play in my lane
The singer is implying that the other person needs to step up their game to become a suitable partner.
You gets nothin'
The artist emphasizes that no reward or affection will be given unless the person meets their expectations.
Unless that niggas on point
The artist requires the other person to be focused and attentive.
In the bed betta know what you doin'
The singer expects the other person to perform well sexually.
Let the washer and the dryer keep the coins
The singer is implying that they have their own money and don't need someone else's.
I need dollars
The artist is implying that they require financial stability.
And that's trill
The artist is being honest and upfront about their requirements.
Unless that nigga pay bills
The artist expects the other person to be financially stable and not rely on them for money.
And unless that nigga do deals
The singer values ambition and success in potential partners.
Unless he got my wrist on chill
The artist expects to receive gifts or luxuries.
I'm forreal,
The singer is being genuine and serious.
Betta be on point
The singer emphasizes that the other person needs to be focused and attentive.
On point [x6]
The singer repeats their requirements to emphasize their importance.
Gotta be on point
The artist emphasizes that the other person needs to be focused and attentive.
On point [x4]
The artist repeats their requirements to emphasize their importance.
Betta be on
The singer emphasizes that the other person needs to be focused and attentive.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER A. STEWART, TERIUS YOUNGDELL NASH
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