They moved to New York to study theatre at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy. Their original plan was to pursue a career on Broadway, but they soon changed their mind and returned to music. After moving to Atlanta, Georgia in 2003, Monáe founded the Wondaland Arts Society with like-minded young artists, and made a couple of appearances on OutKast's 2006 album Idlewild, where they are featured on the songs "Call the Law" and "In Your Dreams".
By 2007, Monáe was ready to release her first solo work, titled Metropolis. It was originally conceived as a concept album in four parts, or suites, which were to be released through her website and mp3 download sites. After the release of the first part of the series, Metropolis Suite I of IV: The Chase in mid-2007, these plans were altered following them signing with Sean "Diddy" Combs' label, Bad Boy Records, later in the year. The label gave an official and physical release to the first suite in August 2008, which was retitled Metropolis: The Chase Suite (Special Edition) and included two new tracks. The EP was generally well-received by critics, gaining Monáe a 2009 Grammy nomination in the Best Urban/Alternative Performance for their single "Many Moons", festival appearances, and opening slots for the indie pop band Of Montreal. Monáe also toured as the opening act for band No Doubt on their summer 2009 tour.
In a November 2009 interview, Monáe revealed the title and concept behind her album The ArchAndroid. The second and third suites of Metropolis are combined into this full-length release, in which Monáe's alter-ego, Cindi Mayweather - also the protagonist of Metropolis: The Chase Suite - becomes a messiah-like figure to the android community of Metropolis.
I Like That
Janelle Monáe Lyrics
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Depending on my mood or my attitude
Sometimes I wanna roll or stay at home
Walking contradiction, guess I'm factual and fiction
A little crazy, little sexy, little cool
Little rough around the edges, but I keep it smooth
I'm always left of center and that's right where I belong
And I like that
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
Who likes that
I never like to follow, follow all around, the chase is on
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my I
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
I like that
I don't care what I look like but I feel good
Better than amazing, and better than I could
Told the whole world, I'm the venom and the antidote
Take a different type of girl to keep the whole world afloat
'Cause I'm crazy and I'm sexy then I'm cool
Little rough around the edges, but I keep it smooth
I'm always left of center and that's right where I belong
I'm the random minor note you hear in major songs
And I like that
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
Who likes that
I never like to follow, follow all around, the chase is on
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my I
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
I like that
I remember when you called me weird
We was in math class, third row, I was sitting by you
Right before Mr. Ammond's class
'Cause my mom couldn't afford new Js
Polos, thrift store, thrift clothes that was all I knew
Do you remember?
Uh, I remember when you laughed when I cut my perm off
And you rated me a six
I was like, "Damn"
But even back then with the tears in my eyes
I always knew I was the shit
I like that
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
Who likes that
I never like to follow, follow all around, the chase is on
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my I (I like that)
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
I like that
Janelle Monáe's "I Like That" is a powerful and inspiring song about embracing one's unique qualities and finding strength in individuality. The song talks about Janelle's complex personality that is always contradictory, and how she embraces all sides of herself no matter how different they may seem. She sings about how she can be a mystery one day and completely free the next, and how she is both factual and fictional all at once. The lyrics further explain that she can be a little crazy, sexy, rough around the edges, and cool, but she always keeps it smooth, and is always left of center, right where she belongs.
The song is all about self-love and acceptance, and encourages listeners to embrace their unique qualities as well. It reminds us that it doesn't matter if we are different from others or if people think we are weird or strange, as long as we are true to ourselves. We should not be afraid to be who we are, and should never try to fit into a mold just to please others. Instead, we should embrace all sides of ourselves, even the parts of us that seem mismatched, for it is these qualities that make us unique and special.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes a mystery, sometimes I'm free
My behavior varies depending on my mood and attitude.
Depending on my mood or my attitude
My behavior is subject to my emotions or mindset.
Sometimes I wanna roll or stay at home
I can be a party-goer or a homebody.
Walking contradiction, guess I'm factual and fiction
I have qualities that seem to contradict each other and are sometimes true and sometimes not.
A little crazy, little sexy, little cool
I'm a bit wild, sensual, and stylish.
Little rough around the edges, but I keep it smooth
I may be a bit unconventional, but I still maintain a refined personality.
I'm always left of center and that's right where I belong
I don't fit in mainstream culture, but I find comfort in being different.
I'm the random minor note you hear in major songs
I'm the unexpected element that adds spice to otherwise common things.
And I like that
I enjoy being unique and having my own style.
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
I don't care if I stand alone, as long as I'm true to myself.
Who likes that
I'm okay with being the only one who likes or appreciates my style.
I never like to follow, follow all around, the chase is on
I don't like following the crowd, I prefer to set my own path.
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
An exclamation of excitement or astonishment.
I don't care what I look like but I feel good
I don't base my self-worth on my appearance, but how I feel inside.
Better than amazing, and better than I could
I feel great, even better than I thought I could.
Told the whole world, I'm the venom and the antidote
I'm capable of being both harmful and healing.
Take a different type of girl to keep the whole world afloat
It takes someone unique like me to make the world go round.
I remember when you called me weird
I recall a past experience when someone thought I was strange.
Right before Mr. Ammond's class
This particular moment happened before a specific class with a named teacher.
'Cause my mom couldn't afford new Js
I couldn't buy a certain type of shoes because of financial reasons.
Do you remember?
Do you recall this experience?
But even back then with the tears in my eyes
Despite being upset, I still knew my worth.
I always knew I was the shit
I always knew I was amazing and had value, even when others didn't see it.
I like that
I enjoy being unique and embracing my individuality.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Janelle Monae, Nathaniel Irvin, Taylor Parks, Raymond Ameer Murray, Rico R. Wade
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I Like That
Janelle Monáe
Sometimes a mystery, sometimes I'm free
Depending on my mood or my attitude
Sometimes I wanna roll or stay at home
Walking contradiction, guess I'm factual and fiction
A little crazy, little sexy, little cool
Little rough around the edges but I keep it smooth
I'm always left of center and that's right where I belong
I'm the random minor note you hear in major songs
And I like that
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
Who likes that
I never like to follow, follow, I would rather chase the sun
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
I like that
I don't care what I look like but I feel good
Better than amazing, and better than I could
Told the whole world, I'm the venom and the antidote
Take a different type of girl to keep the whole world afloat
'Cause I'm crazy and I'm sexy and I'm cool
Little rough around the edges but I keep it smooth
I'm always left of center and that's right where I belong
I'm the random minor note you hear in major songs
And I like that
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
Who likes that
I never like to follow, follow, I would rather chase the sun
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
I like that
I remember when you called me weird
We was in math class, third row, I was sitting by you
Right before Mr. Ammond's class
'Cause my mom couldn't afford new Js
Polos, thrift store, thrift clothes that was all I knew
Do you remember?
Uh, I remember when you laughed when I cut my perm off
And you rated me a six
I was like, "Damn"
But even back then with the tears in my eyes
I always knew I was the shit
I like that
I don't really give a fuck if I was just the only one
Who likes that
I never like to follow, follow, I would rather chase the sun
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
Oh me, oh me, oh me, oh my
I like that. 🔥🔥🔥🔥
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🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
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My favorite til this day
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Janelle you are a goddess ❤🌹😜
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@iamdev__369
From the movie Us 2019 anyone..
@DAngeloWallace
the art direction is inspiring
@idkanymore2183
Ayee the King 👑
@marwankamal6840
Our prophet approves
@tracy4306
It's a total flex to know we have the same taste in music sir