The members co-wrote the song with MNEK who also produced the track. It was released on March 24, 2022 and serves as the lead single for their debut EP titled 'The Lead' .
Cardboard Box
FLO Lyrics
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I don't think I want you anymore
There's no room for questions
I saw her panties on the bathroom floor
Been puttin' up with this for far too long
You ain't gonna change, boy
What's the point in stringin' me along?
So I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks
When you can't get in, oh, your heart gon' stop
You may be cryin' but boy, I'm not
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks
Never liked your mama so I guess she's blocked
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
Stressin' (stressin')
Do you hear a stutter in my words?
I see it as a blessing (see it as a blessing)
Come take your shit 'cause you can go stay at hers
I hope that shit was worth my wasted time
But could she do it like I do
You need someone to put you back in line
So you gon' see what I do
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks
When you can't get in, oh, your heart gon' stop
You may be cryin' but boy, I'm not (boy, you may be cryin' but I'm not)
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks
Never liked your mama so I guess she's blocked (oh, oh)
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
Yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah
So I'ma put your jeans next to the dreams that you sold me
Believe karma is a B and she guaranteed
So I'ma put your gold chains down the drain and your Rollie
Might just drop a text to your homie
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks (changin' the locks, yeah)
When you can't get in, oh, your heart gon' stop
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks (locks)
Never liked your mama so I guess she's blocked (she's blocked)
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
Jeans next to the dreams that you sold me
Might just drop a text to your homie
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
In FLO's song "Cardboard Box," the singer confronts her partner about infidelity and makes the decision to end their relationship. She declares that she no longer wants him and that she is through with putting up with his behavior. She reveals that she saw another woman's panties on the bathroom floor, which confirms her suspicions that he has been cheating on her. She decides to take action by packing up his belongings in a cardboard box and changing her phone number and locks. The singer believes that this is the best course of action, as her partner needs to be reminded of the consequences of his actions.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box" as the singer packs up her partner's belongings, including his jeans, gold chains, and Rolex watch. She plans to get rid of some of his possessions, including his gold chains, which she will "put down the drain," and his watch, which she will presumably throw away. She also mentions sending a text message to his friend to let him know what has happened. Ultimately, the singer is resolute and determined to move on from the relationship, even if her partner is left behind in tears.
Overall, "Cardboard Box" is a breakup song that explores themes of infidelity, betrayal, and empowerment. The lyrics are raw and direct, painting a vivid picture of a relationship that has gone sour. FLO's powerful vocals and catchy chorus make this a song that is easy to sing along to, while also conveying a powerful message about standing up for oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a confession
I need to tell you something
I don't think I want you anymore
I don’t love you anymore
There's no room for questions
I don’t want to hear your excuses
I saw her panties on the bathroom floor
I know you cheated on me
Been puttin' up with this for far too long
I have been dealing with your infidelity for too long
You ain't gonna change, boy
I don’t believe you will change
What's the point in stringin' me along?
Why waste my time and emotions?
We're done for real
Our relationship is officially over
Stressin' (stressin')
Do you hear a stutter in my words?
I am not stuttering because I am certain about my decision
I see it as a blessing (see it as a blessing)
Come take your shit 'cause you can go stay at hers
You may take the rest of your belongings and stay with your mistress
I hope that shit was worth my wasted time
I hope your affair was worth the time you wasted in our relationship
But could she do it like I do
Is she better than me in bed?
You need someone to put you back in line
You need someone to teach you a lesson
So you gon' see what I do
You will see my actions
Yeah-yeah, yeah-yeah
So I'ma put your jeans next to the dreams that you sold me
I am going to put your jeans next to the memories you gave me
Believe karma is a B and she guaranteed
I believe in Karma and she will make you pay
So I'ma put your gold chains down the drain and your Rollie
I am going to throw your jewelry down the drain
Might just drop a text to your homie
I will let your friend know what you did
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changin' my number and I'm changin' the locks
I will pack your things in a cardboard box and change my locks and phone number
When you can't get in, oh, your heart gon' stop
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
When you realize you can't enter my space anymore, you will be heartbroken, but I won’t be
Never liked your mama so I guess she's blocked
I don’t want to be in contact with your family anymore
You may be cryin' but, boy, I'm not
You may cry but I'm not
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jorja Douglas, Renee Downer, Savannah Jada, Stella Quaresma, Uzoechi Emenike
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@YrisLuz-tc4rz
Cardboard Box
F.L.O. (UK) TRADUÇÃO
Eu tenho uma confissão a fazer, acho que não te quero mais
Não tem conversa, eu vi a calcinha dela no chão do banheiro
Aguentei isso por muito tempo
Você não vai mudar, garoto
Então qual é o sentido de continuar comigo?
A gente acabou, de verdade
Então vou colocar suas coisas numa caixa de papelão
Mudar meu número e trocar a fechadura
Quando você não conseguir entrar, seu coração vai parar
Você pode chorar, mas eu não vou
Vou colocar suas coisas numa caixa de papelão
Mudar meu número e trocar a fechadura
Nunca gostei da sua mãe, então adivinha, ela tá bloqueada
Você pode chorar, mas eu não vou
Estressante (estressante)
Você me vê gaguejar?
Eu vejo como uma bênção (vejo como uma bênção)
Venha pegar suas porcarias
Pra você ir poder ficar com ela, eu espero que essa merda valha o tempo que perdi
Mas ela consegue fazer como eu faço?
Você precisa de alguém pra te colocar na linha
Então você vai ver o que eu vou fazer
Eu vou colocar suas coisas numa caixa de papelão
Mudar meu número e trocar a fechadura
Quando você não conseguir entrar, seu coração vai parar
Você pode chorar, mas garoto
Eu não vou (garoto, você pode chorar, mas eu não vou)
Vou colocar suas coisas numa caixa de papelão
Mudar meu número e trocar a fechadura
Nunca gostei da sua mãe, então adivinha, ela tá bloqueada (oh, oh)
Você pode chorar, mas garoto, eu não vou
Sim, sim, sim, sim
Então vou colocar seus jeans perto dos sonhos que você me vendeu
Acredite, o karma é uma vadia e ela garante isso
Então vou colocar suas correntes de ouro no vaso e dar descarga junto com o seu Rollie
Posso até mandar uma mensagem pro seu amigo
Vou colocar suas coisas numa caixa de papelão
Mudar meu número e trocar a fechadura (trocar a fechadura, sim)
Quando você não conseguir entrar, ah, seu coração vai parar
Você pode chorar, mas garoto, eu não vou, vou colocar suas coisas numa caixa de papelão
Mudar meu número e trocar a fechadura (fechadura)
Nunca gostei da sua mãe, então adivinha, ela tá bloqueada (ela tá bloqueada)
Você pode chorar, mas garoto, eu não vou
Jeans perto dos sonhos que você me vendeu
Posso até mandar uma mensagem pro seu amigo
Você pode chorar, mas, garoto, eu não vou
@patatoweird5045
[Verse 1: Stella]
I got a confession
I don't think I want you anymore
There's no room for questions
I saw her panties on the bathroom floor
[Pre-Chorus: Stella]
Been putting up with this for far too long
You ain't gonna change, boy
What's the point in stringing me along?
We're done for real
[Chorus: All]
So I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changing my number and I'm changing the locks
When you can't get in, know your heart gon' stop
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changing my number and I'm changing the locks
Never liked your momma, so I guess she's blocked
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not
[Verse 2: Jorja with All & Stella]
Stressin' (Stressin')
Do you hear a stutter in my words?
I see it as a blessing (See it as a blessing)
Come take your shit 'cause you can go stay at hers, I[Pre-Chorus: Jorja]
Hope that she was worth my wasted time
But could she do it like I do?
You need someone to put you back in line
So you gon' see what I'll do
[Chorus: All, Stella, Renée & Jorja]
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box
Changing my number and I'm changing the locks
When you can't get in, know your heart gon' stop
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not (Boy, you may be crying, but I'm not)
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box (I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box)
Changing my number and I'm changing the locks (Changing all the locks now)
Never liked your momma, so I guess she's blocked (Oh, woah)
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not (Boy, I'm not)
[Bridge: Renée & Jorja]
(Ah, ah, ah, ey, yeah, ey, yeah)
So I'ma put your jeans next to the dreams that you sold me
Believe karma is a B and she gon' teach
(Ah, ah, ah, ah)
Said I'ma put your gold chains down the drain and your Rolly
Might just drop a text to your homies
[Chorus: All, Renée, Stella & Jorja]
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box (Oh, ah-ha)
Changing my number and I'm changing the locks (Changing the locks, yeah)
When you can't get in, know your heart gon' stop
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not (No, no)
I'ma put your shit in a cardboard box (Oh)
Changing my number and I'm changing the locks (Locks)
Never liked your momma, so I guess she's blocked (She's blocked)
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not (Ah)[Outro: Renée & All]
(So I'ma put your jeans next to the dreams that you sold me)
(Mi-mi-mi-might just drop a text to your homie)
You may be crying, but boy, I'm not.
Lyrics from Genius btw
@alwayscreate
These ladies are amazingly talented and deserve all the recognition and success. The UK music industry doesn't have a good track record with managing black or diverse female groups successfully. Girls if you are reading this... here are some tips to survive the music scene esp.. UK.
1. Please start writing your own music, as you are 3 you will have to always split publishing. The more you write the more money you make and the leverage you will have over your careers.
2. Please do not let any record label or exec start forcing you to make pop music because they told you it will sell? Please stick to your guns on the type of music you will make. They will always be a market for it. The issue is never the music but always not being promoted correctly to the right audience.
3. Please always let an independent person look over your contracts and not your manager and also confirm that all your contracts say the same things.
4. Dodgy Managers be aware, always know how to get out of a management agreement if you are not getting along.
5. Yes you are all equal and yes you would need to stick together. But also decide what role each of you play and agree on things before presenting to management or labels.
6. Please choose your own PR, beware of PR agendas choose someone that can help connect you with your audience in meaningful ways and not sell you out to the tabloids!
7. Beware of being overworked but with no direction... You make money from mainly 3 things. Touring/ Shows, Endorsements, Products then Publishing as you develop your catalogue.
OKAY!! Have fun! It's going to be a wild ride! But i'm rooting for you!!!
@NeroMai
I didn't realize how long it's been since we had a r&b girl group like this
@aingeal3986
this is so true
@Prettynikki815
You're so right... I remember when everyone was trying to come out with the next group...
@Simperwolf
@bada bing bada boom boom boom group not duo
@arianaseegars6732
I did I’ve been so bored without one
@acura-integurl
right
@15.johnsonangel
As a 30yr old lady who grew up with incredible girl groups, I'm really happy the younger generation has this 😌💕🙌🏿🎉
@darlafanning9770
You're young honey
@lauimxo4609
@Darla Fanning fr
@Cashious
@Darla Fanning she didn’t say she was old though