At the age of sixteen, Esthero moved from small town Harriston, Ontario on her own to Toronto, where she began singing at open-mic nights, a journey that in 1997 led to a meeting with the president of EMI Publishing Canada, whom she charmed so well during their first meeting that without hearing her sing a single note he was moved to set up and finance recording sessions with Doc, a guitarist and studio engineer. Their debut album, Breath from Another, was released to critical acclaim in 1998 and is widely seen as one of the more accessible albums of the trip-hop genre.
Though she remained active following the moderate success of the debut album, featuring on tracks by such artists as Nelly Furtado and The Black Eyed Peas, it would take over 7 years for a proper follow-up to be released (due to a confluence of factors that included a lengthy creative process, the closure of the WORK record label and marketing delays) in the form of 2005's Wikked Lil Grrrls, an album that crossed genre boundaries with its heavy debt to jazz and hip-hop. The album was preceded in 2004 by a pair of EPs, The O.G. Bitch Remixes (with the title song reaching Number 1 on the Billboard Dance Chart) and We R In Need of a Musical Revolution, which served as a preview of the full length album.
After the release of Wikked Lil Grrrls, Esthero devoted an increasing amount of time to songwriting and production, with her work featuring on albums by Brandy and Kanye West (most prominently on West's single Love Lockdown).
2012 saw the release of Esthero's third full-length album, Everything is Expensive (Universal Music Canada), preceded by the release of Never Gonna Let You Go as the lead single and video. The album was partially funded through a campaign on PledgeMusic in which backers could choose from exclusives such as artwork by the singer. Everything is Expensive debuted on Billboard's Heatseeker chart at #13.
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Weekend
Esthero Lyrics
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So we could make plans for Thursday night
He said "we could go hit the Peapods"
I was like yeah, that's my favorite spot
Plus I like it there, 'cause I got love on the list
High powered juice, where I don't even get frisked
Walk up in the place and get love from the misses
Pounds from my brothers, 'cause they knowing that this is
But when the weekend come, the weekend come
Y'all could come
So go tell ya momma come and ya papa come
Go to spin the record so we can get dumb
Place packed, capacity maximum
Due to my man Polo promotion
And I can't wait to go out and hear some
[Chorus]
Jumping music, swift d.j.'s
Smoke machines and laser rays
Look out weekend 'cause, here I come
Because weekends were, were
Walk in the club at like 10 o' clock
And the spot is hot, blowing up rooftops
It's Thursday night and the night is young
Four day weekend, time to have some fun
D.j.'s scutter up, drop them joints
Everybody's been waiting to dance and make noise
B-boys, let me see you break it down
And ladies, let your hips move around
It's the sound of the B.E.P family
Got a poet named Life and a sister Kimy (worrrrd up)
And the blood of Abraham (worrrrd up)
So let's get ready for the jam
[Chorus]
It was a Thursday night and the party was bumpin'
And the bass was thumpin' and people was jumpin'
And Taboo's at the front door comin'
Taboo's at the front door comin'
And
And (here he come now)
And
Nah, nah, nah
Yo, Mister Will.I.Am (Mister Will.I.Am)
Win or win (Mister Will.I.Am)
Get our boogie on when the weekend come
Check the Peapod, 'cause the vibes is strong
Salinas Filipinas, they come one by one
All lined up, and they ready for fun
Short one's, tall one's, beautiful ones
B-boys, b-girls, ready to what
Breaking and shaking when we doing our 'ish
J-rock from the Beat Junkies ready to mix
'Cause they cutting up the wax for everybody
Come on over 'cause were having a party
We lighting up the sky with the burning star
Throw your hands in the air, if you know who you are
'Cause we jumpin' around with the broshigeez
And get less by the beat pharmacy, 'cause they hitting you with
[Chorus]
Word up
Word up
Look out weekend 'cause, here I come
Because weekends were, were
The lyrics to Esthero's "Weekend" are a celebration of the weekend and its accompanying vibes. The song has a catchy melody and an upbeat tempo that draws listeners in. The song starts with the singer calling up a friend and making plans for a night out. She is excited to hit up a club called Peapods, where she's got love on the list and where she won't get frisked. When they arrive at the club, it's already packed with people ready to let loose and enjoy the weekend. The DJ spins some tunes and the crowd dances, breaks and shakes all night long.
The lyrics are an ode to the freedom, fun and liberation that comes with the weekend. The Peapods club is the perfect place to let it all out, dance like no one’s watching, and make the most of a four day weekend. The dynamics of the song build and build, from the initial planning and excitement, to the anticipation as they make their way to the club, to the climax of the night as the music plays and the crowd rocks out. It's an uplifting and feel-good song that captures the energy of a weekend out with friends.
Line by Line Meaning
I called Chad on Wednesday night
I reached out to my friend Chad on a Wednesday evening
So we could make plans for Thursday night
I wanted to plan in advance for Thursday evening
He said "we could go hit the Peapods"
Chad suggested we go to Peapods
I was like yeah, that's my favorite spot
I agreed with Chad's suggestion because it's where I like to hang out
Plus I like it there, 'cause I got love on the list
I enjoy going to Peapods because I am recognized there and given special privileges
High powered juice, where I don't even get frisked
The environment at Peapods is so friendly and familiar that I don't even get searched
Walk up in the place and get love from the misses
As soon as I enter, the people there recognize and appreciate me
Pounds from my brothers, 'cause they knowing that this is
I get a lot of love from my male friends as they recognize that Peapods is the best place to hang out
The place to be to let it all out
Peapods is the ideal spot to be oneself and let loose
But when the weekend come, the weekend come
However, the real fun and excitement is when the weekend arrives
Y'all could come
I invite and welcome all of my friends to join me
So go tell ya momma come and ya papa come
I encourage my friends to bring their parents along to enjoy the party
Go to spin the record so we can get dumb
We want the DJ to start playing music that will get us all dancing wildly
Place packed, capacity maximum
The party is so popular that the place is completely filled to capacity
Due to my man Polo promotion
The party is organized by and promoted by Polo, who is one of my friends
And I can't wait to go out and hear some
I am eagerly looking forward to attending the party and listening to music
[Chorus]
This is the chorus of the song that repeats several times
Walk in the club at like 10 o' clock
On Thursday evening, I walk into the club around 10:00 PM
And the spot is hot, blowing up rooftops
The club is very lively, with music so loud that it's rattling the building
It's Thursday night and the night is young
Although it's already Thursday night, there is still plenty of time to party
Four day weekend, time to have some fun
Since it's a four-day weekend, we have more time to enjoy ourselves
D.j.'s scutter up, drop them joints
The DJs are getting ready and starting to play some great music
Everybody's been waiting to dance and make noise
Everyone has been eagerly anticipating the opportunity to dance and have a good time
B-boys, let me see you break it down
I want to see the breakdancers showcase their skills and moves
And ladies, let your hips move around
I encourage the women to dance freely and enjoy themselves
It's the sound of the B.E.P family
The Black Eyed Peas are providing the musical entertainment
Got a poet named Life and a sister Kimy (worrrrd up)
One of the performers is a poet called Life, and another is a female singer named Kimy
And the blood of Abraham (worrrrd up)
It is implied that some of the performers are of Jewish heritage
So let's get ready for the jam
I urge everyone to prepare for the party and get ready to dance
[Chorus]
This is the chorus of the song that repeats several times
It was a Thursday night and the party was bumpin'
The party was very lively on Thursday night
And the bass was thumpin' and people was jumpin'
The music was loud and intense, and people were dancing energetically
And Taboo's at the front door comin'
One of the performers, Taboo, is arriving and entering through the front door
Yo, Mister Will.I.Am (Mister Will.I.Am)
I address and acknowledge one of the performers, who is Will.I.Am
Win or win (Mister Will.I.Am)
This line is not clear in meaning
Get our boogie on when the weekend come
We are going to dance and have fun all weekend long
Check the Peapod, 'cause the vibes is strong
I encourage people to come to Peapods, because the atmosphere and vibes are fantastic
Salinas Filipinas, they come one by one
I list some of the people who are attending the party
All lined up, and they ready for fun
They are eagerly waiting in line, excited to enjoy themselves
Short one's, tall one's, beautiful ones
I am describing the diverse and attractive people attending the party
B-boys, b-girls, ready to what
The breakdancers are ready to showcase their skills and talent
Breaking and shaking when we doing our 'ish
The breakdancers are impressively performing their routines and moves
J-rock from the Beat Junkies ready to mix
One of the DJs, J-rock, is ready to start playing and mixing music
'Cause they cutting up the wax for everybody
The DJs are using their skills and expertise to create awesome music for everyone to enjoy
Come on over 'cause were having a party
I encourage everyone to join us in partying and having fun
We lighting up the sky with the burning star
The party is so intense and exciting that it's as if a star is burning brightly in the sky
Throw your hands in the air, if you know who you are
I urge everyone to let loose and express themselves freely
'Cause we jumpin' around with the broshigeez
We are dancing and having fun wildly
And get less by the beat pharmacy, 'cause they hitting you with
The music being played is so great, it's like getting a dose of medicine from a pharmacy
[Chorus]
This is the chorus of the song that repeats several times
Word up
A phrase used to show agreement or approval
Look out weekend 'cause, here I come
I am ready to party and have fun all weekend long
Because weekends were, were
Weekends are the best time to let loose and have fun
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WILL ADAMS, ALLAN PINEDA, JAIME GOMEZ, SYLVESTER STEWART, TONY BUTLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sizwemavuso9091
Damn, that Esthero voice kills me everytime. Miss this version of "The BEP."
@alexandresongo6420
True!
@12blackj
Actually they’re back with this kind of stuff
@Hammer_Of_Olympia
They’ve returned with stuff as good if not better than this, listen to 4Ever
@danizm78
@@Hammer_Of_Olympia never that! they are the biggest sellouts in hip hop history no one will ever take them seriously ever again.
@Hammer_Of_Olympia
@@danizm78 how so? Elaborate
@nebulachip
If only Esthero actually joined Black eyed peas
@MrThomas564
That would be cool!
@rosita7177
Before Fergie the had a female vocalist named Kim Hill however she quit when the industry wanted to sort of sexualise her. 8:29
https://youtu.be/KkSDNxM1w58
@adxx9237
@@rosita7177 wow thanks for it!!!