February 2019 saw the release of Kehlani’s third mixtape While We Wait, which served as a prelude to what would be their second album It Was Good Until It Wasn’t. The highly-anticipated album was released on May 8, 2020 to positive reception, with the album cover and music videos being shot in their home due to the COVID-19 pandemic at the time.
On April 29, 2022, Kehlani released their third album Blue Water Road, with features from Blxst, Justin Bieber, Syd, Jessie Reyez, Ambré and Thundercat.
How That Taste
Kehlani Lyrics
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Did not want me to win, but now they're proud
Now they're payin' to get in, they in the crowd
Tell me how's the view now? Tell me, how's the view now?
You been low, yeah, you a snake
You puttin' on a show, that Ricki Lake
Hey, man, I don't trip, my life's great
But swallow that pride, tell me how that shit taste
Tell me how that shit taste, yeah
Tell me how that shit taste
Now tell me how that shit taste
Bitch, tell me how that-
Only squad eatin' 'cause they starved with me
And the mob goin' up 'cause they go hard for me
Yeah the only way is up, y'all gon' ball with me
Man, the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man, the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man, the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
They askin' for the verse, a hundred racks
If you ain't talkin' money, then run it back
My pockets too deep for 'em not to be stacked
Yeah you lookin' like distraction, now fall back
Bitch, your music's been weak, your fashion wack
Was talkin' out your neck, not even facts
I'm way too real to stoop low
I'm too busy on the road, I'm too busy bookin' shows
Yeah, you know how that taste
Now tell me how that shit taste
Just tell me how that shit taste
Just tell me how that-
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Only squad eatin' 'cause they starved with me
And the mob goin' up 'cause they go hard for me
Yeah the only way is up, y'all gon' ball with me
Man, the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man, the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man, the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
In "How That Taste," Kehlani sings about how her detractors and doubters who didn't believe in her when she started out are now eager to associate with her and claim credit for her success. The lyrics are written in a way that conveys her satisfaction with the fact that the people who once doubted her are now keenly aware of what they've missed out on, and she asks them to tell her "how that taste." Kehlani also addresses people who have been trying to bring her down, telling them to "swallow that pride" and taste the bitterness of their jealousy and animosity.
Kehlani repeatedly asks her detractors to tell her how whatever they were trying to do to bring her down tastes, while she sits on top, having achieved her dreams in spite of them. She is proud of her success and is happy to rub it in their faces. She also acknowledges that her success would not have been possible without her family and support system, who were always there for her and lifted her up when she was down.
Overall, "How That Taste" is a triumphant song that inspires listeners to rise above their critics and naysayers and achieve their goals regardless of the obstacles in their way. Kehlani sings about the importance of perseverance, loyalty, and self-belief in the face of adversity, encouraging her listeners to stay true to their dreams no matter what others may say or think.
Line by Line Meaning
They didn't want me then, they want me now
People who didn't believe in me before, are now attracted to me
Did not want me to win, but now they're proud
Those who didn't support me are now proud of my success
Now they're payin' to get in, they in the crowd
People who once ignored me, are now paying to see me perform
Tell me how's the view now? Tell me, how's the view now?
Asking how it feels to see me excel and be successful
Bein' low, yeah you a snake
Those who betrayed me are sneaky and untrustworthy
You puttin' on a show, that Ricki Lake
You're pretending in front of others to conceal your wrongdoings
Hey man I don't trip, my life's great
I'm not affected or bothered by their actions, I'm content with my life
But swallow that pride, tell me how that shit taste
The person needs to admit their fault and apologize for their behavior
Only squad in it cause they solvin' me
The only people who are part of my team are those who genuinely support and help me
In the mob goin' up cause they go hard for me
My squad is working hard and consistently to help me succeed
Yeah the only way is up, y'all gon' ball with me
The only direction we're heading in is up and my team is prepared to come with me and succeed together
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
My entire team is going to reach new heights of success together
They askin' for the verse, a hundred racks
People are willing to pay a large sum of money for my contribution to their work
If you ain't talkin' money, then run it back
If someone is not discussing business and money with me, then it's not worth my time
My pockets too deep for 'em not to be stacked
I have a lot of money and it's noticeable
Yeah you lookin' like distraction, now fall back
You're being a disturbance and it's time for you to leave
Bitch your music's been weak, your fashion wack
Their music is not up to par and their fashion choices are not good either
Was talkin' out your neck, not even facts
They were speaking without knowing the truth and spreading misinformation
I'm way too real to stoop low
I'm an honest person and refuse to lower myself to the level of others
I'm too busy on the road, I'm too busy bookin' shows
I'm focused on my career and too busy to deal with drama
Yeah, you know how that taste
Those who doubted me are facing the consequences now and know what it feels like to be left behind
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Let's aim for the highest level of success together
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
My entire team is going to achieve great success alongside me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Let's continue to work hard and aim high
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
My entire team will reach new heights of success together
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jahaan Sweet, Kehlani Ashley Parrish
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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They didn't want me then, they want me now
Did not want me to win, but now they're proud
Now they're payin' to get in, they in the crowd
Tell me how's the view now? Tell me, how's the view now?
Bein' low, yeah you a snake
You puttin' on a show, that Ricki Lake
Hey man I don't trip, my life's great
But swallow that pride, tell me how that shit taste
Tell me how that shit taste, yeah
Tell me how that shit taste
Tell me how that shit taste
Bitch tell me how that
Only squad in it cause they solvin' me
In the mob goin' up cause they go hard for me
Yeah the only way is up, y'all gon' ball with me
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
They askin' for the verse, a hundred racks
If you ain't talkin' money, then run it back
My pockets too deep for 'em not to be stacked
Yeah you lookin' like distraction, now fall back
Bitch your music's been weak, your fashion wack
Was talkin' out your neck, not even facts
I'm way too real to stoop low
I'm too busy on the road, I'm too busy bookin' shows
Yeah, you know how that taste
Now tell me how shit taste
Tell me how that shit taste
Tell me how that
Only squad in it cause they solvin' me
In the mob goin' up cause they go hard for me
Yeah the only way is up, y'all gon' ball with me
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
Touch the sky with me, touch the sky with me
Man the whole damn fam gon' touch the sky with me
zero
When I was 13 listening to this I used to think she was way older and now that I’m basically the same age as her now I can actually see how much she’s accomplished at a young age.
A. Randolph
"Did not want me to win...". That part gives me chills 4 years later. A great motivational song and something to listen to when you can finally ask them... "How that sh!t taste?"
Revived OG
im obsessed 😭💖 SO MANY GOOD ARTIST LIKE THIS DONT GET ENOUGH CREDIT!!! THE WHOLE ALBUM IS LIFE
R J
OH MY GODDDDDDD. HOW DID I NEVER HEARD OF HER? WHAT THE? ALL HER SONGS ARE AMAAAZING.
Vanetta Walks
course
Tiffuh'knee
Same here... I heard her name once in a while but never heard her music until now
Cpftl
same!
Ricki Frausto
Kehlani is my favorite artist! Continuously putting out great music
Davonya Music
The entire album is amazing ! 😍🙌🏾
Softy S
Ever since I heard The way I been hooked ....I just love her voice