K. Michelle has stated that artists who have influenced her musical style include Mary J. Blige, Whitney Houston, and Tammi Terrell.
Her first mixtape What's the 901?, is considered a tribute to Mary J Blige. She released her second mixtape on Christmas Eve 2010 entitled For Colored Girls (Pre-Pain Medicine). K Michelle has an upcoming album called Pain Medicine which is one of the top anticipated albums of 2011. Her two singles "Fallin" and "I Just Can't Do This" were voted on 106 and Park for over eight weeks, and another single called "How Many Times" was released in February 2011. K Michelle has worked with artists such as R. Kelly, Trina, Gucci Mane, Rick Ross, Meek Mill, and many others. She earned her first gold plaque for her contribution to R.Kelly's album Love Letter where she was featured on the track "Love Is". Another mixtape, Signed, Sealed, Delivered was released in June 2011. Recent messages on twitter from K.Michelle state that she will be releasing another mixtape entitled S.T.O.R.M - she has already released "Worst Man I Ever Had", "2Pac Back Freestyle" amoung many other tracks that are slated to be on the mixtape. On a recent youtube video that played the 2Pac Back/My Last Freestyle, it was stated that the mixtape would be released in july. However, on July 28 K. Michelle told one of her fans on tumblr that the mixtape would be dropping in August. While in college at Flordia A&M University she pledged into the Beta Alpha chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
K. Michelle released another song from her mixtape "Many Men" which she released on twitter. However, since that song was released - no info on a S.T.O.R.M release date have surfaced. K. Michelle has been working hard on her mixtape as she has been shown in pictures with famous songwriters and producers and has recently said on twitter that one of her new songs on the album will be entitled "Real Love". She also sent a message to R&B singer Monica over twitter saying there was a spot for her on one of the songs on the album. The album and the mixtape have yet to have release dates.
Where They Do That At
K. Michelle Lyrics
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OH Yeaaaaaaa yeaaaaa ehhhhh
In order to understand the ending, at first you gotta start from the very beginning
Of my story, I know it ain't all fame and glory
But I lived it
And with all the things that have happened, I should be so hateful and unhappy
But that ain't got a damn thing to do with you, so I ain't gotta put that weight on you
And I can't understand why they wanna wish death upon me, I'm still struggling
And I can't understand why so many mommas gotta raise a man on they own
Cause where I'm from this ain't the way God intended it to be done
Chorus
Why do they always got me under attack
Where they do that at
Look at the sky asking God why so much pain on me
How you gon take my love and don't give none back
Where they do that at
Where they do that at
Lord knows, I did some things that I wasn't supposed to be doing
But I had to, to keep on living
What's yo excuse, I mean really
Cause you wanna ride through the hood on twenty-fours
Good woman at home but ya chasin video hoes
Talkin bout how real you are, but ain't no real man
Like my granddad n nem
See you the kind of man that can look at his woman and wanna throw hands
And I can't understand how they wanna wish death upon me, I'm still struggling
And I can't understand why I got to raise my son on my own
Cause where I'm from this ain't the way God intended it to be done
ChoruS
This might be to real for the radio
But I still wanted you to know
We ain't doin what we was put here for
And I ain't sayin I'm perfect
But what ya'll doin people don't deserve it
So boy grab her hand
Girl look at your man
If you understand what I'm saying
Always got me yeaa where they do that at
Where they do that at
How you gon take my love and dont give none back
Where they do that at
Where they do that at
Thanks to Nani Love for correcting these lyrics
The lyrics to K. Michelle's song "Where They Do That At" start with the singer acknowledging that in order to understand where she is now, it's necessary to go back to the beginning of her story. She admits that her life hasn't always been full of fame and glory, but it's hers, and she's lived it. Despite the challenging situations she's faced, K. Michelle doesn't blame others for her struggles, recognizing that her problems aren't their responsibility.
As the song progresses, K. Michelle asks some rhetorical questions directed towards men who mistreat their women and the world in general. She can't comprehend why someone would harm the person they're supposed to love or why people wish harm on her. She also questions why so many single mothers are left to raise their children alone, which isn't how God intended it. K. Michelle admits to doing things that she shouldn't have, but it was necessary for survival. She calls out those who are chasing after material possessions and video vixens when they have good women at home. This behavior is not indicative of a real man, she says.
The song's chorus repeats the phrase "Where they do that at," which is slang for expressing disbelief or confusion about someone's actions. The singer expresses frustration with the way the world is, full of hate and people taking without giving back. She notes that this reality might be too real for the radio, but she wants people to know that there is more to life than that. K. Michelle ends the song by urging people to value their relationships with their partners and take responsibility for their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
In order to understand the ending, at first you gotta start from the very beginning
To comprehend the conclusion of my story, you need to begin from the start
Of my story, I know it ain't all fame and glory
My life story isn't all about being famous and successful
But I lived it
I experienced it firsthand
And with all the things that have happened, I should be so hateful and unhappy
Considering all the occurrences that took place, I could be resentful and uncontent
But that ain't got a damn thing to do with you, so I ain't gotta put that weight on you
However, it's not related to you, so I don't have to burden you with it
And I can't understand how a man could look at his woman and wanna throw hands
I can't fathom why a man would resort to physical violence upon his partner
And I can't understand why they wanna wish death upon me, I'm still struggling
I don't comprehend why they desire my demise when I'm still facing obstacles
And I can't understand why so many mommas gotta raise a man on they own
I don't understand the reason behind numerous mothers having to raise their sons independently
Cause where I'm from this ain't the way God intended it to be done
This is not how it was supposed to be done from a divine viewpoint
Why do they always got me under attack
Why am I frequently being targeted and attacked?
Where they do that at
Where does that happen in a reasonable society?
Look at the sky asking God why so much pain on me
I'm gazing at the sky questioning God why I'm suffering so much
How you gon take my love and don't give none back
How could you accept my affection without reciprocating it?
Lord knows, I did some things that I wasn't supposed to be doing
God knows I've committed some wrongful deeds
But I had to, to keep on living
But I did them to survive
What's yo excuse, I mean really
What's your explanation, seriously?
Cause you wanna ride through the hood on twenty-fours
Because you desire to roam the neighborhood on fancy wheels
Good woman at home but ya chasin video hoes
You have a great woman at home, but you're infatuated with video prostitutes
Talkin bout how real you are, but ain't no real man
You claim to be genuine, but you're not a real gentleman
Like my granddad n nem
Similar to my grandfather and his counterparts
But ain't got nothin to show but some brand new Timbs
However, you have nothing to show off apart from a fresh pair of Timberland boots
This might be to real for the radio
This might be too authentic for broadcast on the radio
But I still wanted you to know
Regardless, I wanted to inform you
We ain't doin what we was put here for
We're not fulfilling our purpose on Earth
And I ain't sayin I'm perfect
I'm not asserting that I'm flawless
But what ya'll doin people don't deserve it
But what people like you are doing is undeserving
So boy grab her hand
So, young man, hold your lover's hand
Girl look at your man
Girl, gaze at your partner
If you understand what I'm saying
If you comprehend my message
Contributed by Alex H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Terri
This song never gets old! I can listen to this over and over.
Bryttany Wallace
Never gets old π―
Antrenal Snipes
So tru
Antrenal Snipes
Sooo tri
Denise Buck
The lady is got it all!ππππ
ASMR Gratitude
me too!
Shavonzail Camp
I fell in love with her voice when i first heard this!!! This girl can sang with no auto tune
King KING
Agreed
T Brwn
Me2
Dnicess 1
Me too