Ambrosius is the songstress to Stewart's spoken word impresario or "floacist" role. The two met due to their love of basketball. Stewart, who hails from London, was a superstar on her court, while Ambrosius wowed fans in her local English neighborhood. They were competitive, but not rivals, so a friendship was formed. Music was also a passion. Ambrosius relished in her reggae roots while Stewart found herself grooving to funk and soul. While attending Brits Performing Arts School, Ambrosius studied business and finance, but made room for courses in voice, performance technique, and recording. Stewart split her time between acting and directing. Later, Ambrosius and Stewart headed to college.
Ambrosius planned to attend Georgia Tech University on a basketball scholarship, but injury forced her to bow out. Stewart headed for Middlesex University, eventually transferring to North London University. Still, they two kept in touch and raved about music. It wouldn't be until Stewart's girl group, 3 Plus 1, disbanded that Floetry would actually give music a serious shot.
In 1997, Ambrosius and Stewart began writing songs and playing shows in and around London. Three years later, they moved to America in search of something bigger. A brief stint in Atlanta didn't pan out, but their time spent in Philadelphia proved golden. Ambrosius and Stewart befriended Julius Erving III, basketball great Julius Erving's son, in mid-2000. Floetry and Erving clicked instantly. Erving signed on as their manager and hooked the ladies up with Jeff Townes, aka DJ Jazzy Jeff, for some recording. That's when the deals started trickling in -- Floetry were official and living out a dream. In 2002, they inked a deal with DreamWorks and touched up their own work for a debut album. Floetic appeared in October 2002, and its follow-up, Flo'Ology, reached the Top Ten upon release three years later.
MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
Group Members:
Amanda Diva
Natalie Stewart
Marsha Ambrosius
Floetic
Floetry Lyrics
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Uh, it's floetic
Uh, it's floetic
Uh, it's floetic
Uh, it's floetic
Yo'
Floetry, we're alright
She's the songstress and she's alright
I say what's up, what's up with you
You feelin' good, we feel it too
We're gonna mess now said with this groove
I'll step on one, you step on two
Now when we move, we feelin' the vibe, right
Said if we move, we're makin' a vibe, right
And if it's day or if it is night
We're feelin' alright, said we be alright, alright,
what
Oh, you let your body move
Feelin' it inside you (Inside you)
Let your body move, I said now (One more time say)
You let your body move
I'm feelin' it inside you
We can get it in, that's what's up
Floetry and we're alright
I'm the floecist and I'm alright
She's the songstress and she's alright
Floetry, alright
I'm the floecist and I'm alright
She's the songstress and she's alright
I heard it first too so I'll bring it back again
Just to let you know exactly what is happenin'
I see you noddin' your head like it's a Q-tip flip
Yo', you haven't heard the word about the floetry shit
Floecism, floetry, uh, it's floetic
Once you have heard it, you'll have to get it
So you could sing it or you could play it
You could play it, yeah, you could play it
You let your body move
Feelin' it inside you
We can get it in, that's what's up
You let your body move
Feelin' it inside you
We can get it in, that's what's up
Floetry, I'm alright
I'm the floecist and I'm alright
She's the songstress and she's alright
Floetry and we're alright
I'm the floecist and I'm alright
She's the songstress, alright
That's what's up (That's what's up)
I said that's what's up (Yeah, yeah, that's what's up)
Marsh, that's what's up (That's what's up)
I said that's what's up (That's what's up)
Yo', that's what's up (That's what's up)
Yo', that's what's up (That's what's up)
You give me that's what's up (You give me that's
what's up)
You give me that's what's up (You give me that's
what's up)
London, from SE 5 to Philly's west side
Just to bring the vibe and we're feelin' alright
Said we doin' alright, said we doin' alright, said we
doin' it
Yo', London, listen SE 5 to Philly's west side
Just to bring the vibe, now we be feelin' alright
Said we be feelin' alright, y'all we feelin' alright,
we doin' alright, yo'
You see I'm gettin' it in (I said I'm gettin' it in)
I said I'm gettin' it in (I said I'm gettin' it in)
You see I'm gettin' it in (I said I'm gettin' it in)
Said we be gettin' it and gettin' it, gettin' it in
?Cause that's what's up (We be gettin' it in)
That's what's up (Said we be gettin' it in)
Said we be gettin' it and gettin' it, gettin' it in
That's what's up (Said we be gettin' it in)
That's what's up
KeShawn, Limitless, floecist, songstress, yo'
She be gettin' it in
Gettin' it in
KeShawn, Limitless, floecist, songstress
Ah
The song Floetic by Floetry is an uplifting and funky track about living in the moment and feeling good. The repeated phrase "It's Floetic" acts as a sort of mantra or grounding statement, highlighting the authenticity and sincerity of the duo. The song is essentially about letting go of fear and doubt and just enjoying life, and this is reinforced by the playful and rhythmic melody.
The lyrics describe how both the Floecist and the Songstress are doing alright, which can be interpreted as a rejection of the idea that success and happiness are mutually exclusive. They greet the listener and ask if they are feeling good, inviting them to move to the rhythm of the music. The line "we're gonna mess now said with this groove" could be seen as a nod to the imperfect and improvised nature of life, and the importance of just going with the flow.
Line by Line Meaning
Floetry
Introducing the duo Floetry
Uh, it's floetic
Emphasizing the group's sound and style - smooth and poetic
Yo'
Casual greeting to the listener
We're alright
Assurance that the group is doing well and everything is okay
I'm the floecist and I'm alright
Introducing the rapper/poet (floecist) and saying that they are okay
She's the songstress and she's alright
Introducing the singer (songstress) and saying that she's also okay
I say what's up, what's up with you
Asking how the listener is doing
You feelin' good, we feel it too
Saying that they can sense and feel the good vibes from the listener
We're gonna mess now said with this groove
Implying that they're going to create a musical atmosphere and have fun with it
I'll step on one, you step on two
Referring to dancing and suggesting that they take turns leading
Now when we move, we feelin' the vibe, right
Saying that they create and experience a certain energy and mood when they move to the music
Said if we move, we're makin' a vibe, right
Continuing the previous line, saying that their movements create the energy and mood
And if it's day or if it is night
Suggesting that it doesn't matter what time it is, they're always feeling the groove
We're feelin' alright, said we be alright, alright, what
Reiterating that they're in a good place and feeling good, asking if the listener is also feeling it
Oh, you let your body move
Encouraging the listener to let loose and dance to the music
Feelin' it inside you (Inside you)
Saying that the feeling of the music and rhythm should come from inside one's self
Let your body move, I said now (One more time say)
Repeating the previous lines and again encouraging the listener to dance
We can get it in, that's what's up
Suggesting that they're going to have a good time and really get into the groove of the music
I heard it first too so I'll bring it back again
Suggesting that they were the first to create this particular sound and style of music
Just to let you know exactly what is happenin'
Clarifying and informing the listener what's going on
I see you noddin' your head like it's a Q-tip flip
Observing the listener nodding their head in time to the music like a DJ bouncing a Q-tip stylus
Yo', you haven't heard the word about the floetry shit
Saying that the listener needs to get on board with the Floetry sound if they haven't already heard of it
Floecism, floetry, uh, it's floetic
Mentioning the different ways that the Floetry duo is referred to, while again emphasizing their poetic, smooth style
Once you have heard it, you'll have to get it
Suggesting that once someone hears the Floetry sound, they'll understand and appreciate its uniqueness
So you could sing it or you could play it
Saying the Floetry sound is something that can be sung or played (on an instrument)
You could play it, yeah, you could play it
Reiterating that the Floetry sound is something that can be played, suggesting that it can also be improvised
That's what's up
Saying that everything is good and okay, enjoying the moment
KeShawn, Limitless, floecist, songstress, yo'
Mentioning the names and roles of the members in the group while emphasizing their unique talents
She be gettin' it in
Saying that the songstress (Marsha) is really getting into the groove and giving a great performance
Said we be gettin' it and gettin' it, gettin' it in
Reiterating that they are having fun and giving it their all, really getting into the music
Yo', London, listen SE 5 to Philly's west side
Shouting out both their hometowns, SE 5 being in London and Philly (Philadelphia) being in Pennsylvania, USA
Just to bring the vibe, now we be feelin' alright
Saying that their mission is to bring a positive and fun musical atmosphere, and they're feeling good about it
Said we be feelin' alright, y'all we feelin' alright, we doin' alright, yo'
Reiterating that everything is going well and they're doing alright, encouraging the listener to feel the same vibe
You see I'm gettin' it in (I said I'm gettin' it in)
Saying that the floecist (Natalie) is also really getting into the music and doing a great job
Said we be gettin' it and gettin' it, gettin' it in
Again emphasizing that they are really enjoying themselves and performing well, really getting into the music
That's what's up
Reiterating that everything is all good and that they're feeling great
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARSHA AMBROSIUS, DARREN T HENSON, KEITH ISAIHA PELZER, NATALIE STEWART, MEL TORME, ROBERT WELLS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Wee Man
This track So nostalgic it’s giving me goosebumps
Malik Jones
This song is such a breath of fresh air. Sounds that never get out dated. The golden era of music 👏🏾🎼🎶
N'niakisi Kinenga
The energy of Floetry is very inspirational. Having a floacist with a sultry and poetic voice that traveled down your spine and a songtress with a uniquely odd voice was a great combo. "That's what's up!"
Marc Thomas
I don’t think y’all understand what these ladies delivered to our ears.... may the most high bless them..
kreative skillz
This is the kinda music who never ages it grows from generation to generation I grew up with this kinda vibe.....feel good music....
Mia Edwards
Its amazing how 12 years ago when this record dropped that if you look at videos from back then they were filled with so much life, and color, and most of all love. We are truly living in the dark ages. Be blessed everyone.
D Money
Straight up! In these times, This video wouldn't be even played!!!! We need music like this, but corporate won't allow good music to reach the masses.
simon mack
true statement, too much negativity in the world.
Kalo T.V🔥 IamKLASSIK🔥
@D Money of
LAVENDER
Nooo but I didn’t realize until you mentioned it. 😞