Her debut album Ultraviolet was released on January 18, 2018, featuring the singles "U Don't Know" featuring Wizkid, "Back for More" featuring Jeremih, and "Don't Think About It". The album peaked at number 16 on the R&B Album Sales chart. Skye would release her fourth EP Bare With Me the following year in August 2019. The EP was later expanded as a full-length/deluxe album, with 4 bonus tracks.
Skye's third album Space + Time, executive produced by Timbaland, was released in June 2021, featuring guest appearances from Justin Timberlake & Rema. The following year, Skye's 2014 single "Collide" experienced a resurgence via the social media app TikTok, as it started to become a popular audio on the app. This led her to officially release the sped-up remix of the song, capitalising off the song's success. In January 2023, Skye would release the compilation album DARKSIDE, which took songs from both Bare With Me and Space + Time, while adding the original version of "Collide", as well as a newly-recorded solo version without Tyga and the previously released sped-up remix.
Know Myself
Justine Skye Lyrics
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Tried to steal my own mind away for meditation
We been through it all, girl but still we livin'
You tried to steal my own heart away, I know you feel me
Drop for me, mama
Drop it like it's hot for me, mama
Watch just how you talk to me, mama
Keep that lovin' on lock for me, mama yeah
I'ma get your number, never call ya
And I know them other bitches gonna' try ya
With me, mama yeah
(Say)
Say you know me better than I know myself
Say you know me but I didn't know myself
Say you know me better than I know myself
Oh, I took my time away to let you know it
For you I did all these things, so I don't need to show it
I try, I tried everything
But you claim you wasn't ready
So tell me who you kiddin'?
You out with all these women, oh
Not tryna hold ya, I drop it like it's hot for ya boy
Even though you're not with me, boy
Put it on the rocks for ya, boy
Put you on a night and
Bye bye, baby you lost it
Switch sides my home is cold and crazy
And I got nothing left to say
And how you know me, better than I know my
Better than I know myself, better than I know my
And how you know me, better than I know my
Better than I know myself, better than I know my
Know my, Know my
How you know me, better than I know myself
How you know me, better than I know myself
How you know me, better than I know myself (yeah)
How you know me, better than I know myself (yeah, oh)
Better than I know myself
Better than I know myself
Better than I know myself
Say you know me?
The opening line of the song "I'm stuck in my ways and it's all because of women" talks about how the singer's entire life is shaped by the women he's encountered. He recognizes how the women in his life have influenced him in a way that has made him rigid and resistant to change. The line "Tried to steal my own mind away for meditation" refers to his quest for introspection and self-discovery, which he felt was necessary to break free from the influence of women in his life. Despite all the struggles, he speaks of triumphing in relationships and being able to move forward.
The chorus "Say you know me better than I know myself" describes the singer's vulnerability and a sense of not knowing oneself. The singer is puzzled by how someone else could know him better than he knows himself, which raises the question of how well do we truly know ourselves in contrast to how well others might know us. He tries to make sense of this by exploring his relationships with women.
Overall, the song speaks of the singer's personal growth journey, rock-solid relationships despite struggling and ultimately celebrating self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm stuck in my ways and it's all because of women
My unwillingness to change is due to past experiences with women.
Tried to steal my own mind away for meditation
I attempted to clear my thoughts through meditation.
We been through it all, girl but still we livin'
Despite all the past hardships, we are still together and thriving.
You tried to steal my own heart away, I know you feel me
Your attempt to capture my heart was felt and acknowledged.
Drop for me, mama
Perform a dance move for me, darling.
Drop it like it's hot for me, mama
Dance sensually for me, babe.
Watch just how you talk to me, mama
Be mindful of how you address and speak to me, dear.
Keep that lovin' on lock for me, mama yeah
Keep that love for me exclusive, darling.
Fuckin' with the kid, he a monster
Be cautious when dealing with me, as I can be quite intense.
I'ma get your number, never call ya
I'll obtain your contact information, but won't use it to reach out.
And I know them other bitches gonna' try ya
I'm aware that other women will try to flirt with you.
With me, mama yeah
But know that your heart belongs with me, babe.
Say you know me better than I know myself
You claim to have a deeper understanding of me than I do of myself.
Oh, I took my time away to let you know it
I spent time away to make it clear to you.
For you I did all these things, so I don't need to show it
I did things for you out of love, not for recognition.
I try, I tried everything
I gave my all to make our relationship work.
But you claim you wasn't ready
You said you weren't prepared for a serious relationship.
So tell me who you kiddin'?
So don't try to deceive me.
You out with all these women, oh
I know you've been spending time with other women.
Not tryna hold ya, I drop it like it's hot for ya boy
I'm not trying to control you, but I'll still dance for you.
Even though you're not with me, boy
Even though we're not physically together.
Put it on the rocks for ya, boy
I'll make you a drink on the rocks.
Put you on a night and
I'll take you out for the night.
Bye bye, baby you lost it
Goodbye, you've missed out.
Switch sides my home is cold and crazy
I have moved on and my life is tumultuous.
And I got nothing left to say
I have said all I needed to say.
And how you know me, better than I know my
I still don't believe you know me better than I know myself.
Know my, Know my
Know me, Know me.
Say you know me?
Do you really understand who I am?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andrew Franklin, Justine Indira Skyers, Kyle Smith, Tavoris Javon Hollins
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