After a short spell working as a model, 5'10" Kelis began appearing on songs by Neptunes produced rappers such as 'Got Your Money' by the late rapper Ol' Dirty Bastard. Soon afterwards, she released her debut album, Kaleidoscope in 1999 of which the first single was 'Caught Out There,' a song based on the time she caught her boyfriend cheating on her, and she beat him. The video feautures Kelis leading a pack of angry women down the street screaming 'I hate you so much right now!'. The album was released in USA, Europe and Asia, but did not find much audience in the USA. Not a great success, it only sold 249,000 copies to date.
After finding her largest audience in Europe, Kelis released her second album titled Wanderland (2001) in Europe only, which like her first album did not fare well. It only sold 80,000 copies and was entirely produced by The Neptunes (Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo) again, similarly to her debut. Only one single was released 'Young Fresh N New'.
In 2003 Kelis finally found fame in her country with the single 'Milkshake,' which was a massive success in Europe, Asia and USA, and she began dating rapper Nas (born Nasir bin Olu Dara Jones). The single was from the album 'Tasty' which did not feature the Neptunes as heavily as her previous albums. Singles included the popular Dallas Austin produced 'Trick Me' and 'Millionaire', a collaboration with OutKast's Andre 3000. 'In Public's duet with Nas was the fourth single from the album, becoming a top twenty hit in the U.K. without a video.
In 2006, Kelis presented a new album to her fans, entitled Kelis Was Here, which was originally to be called 'The Puppeteer' which was released on 22 August but was due Fall 2005. No Neptunes tracks appeared on this album, but Kelis used other producers such as Max Martin, Will.I.Am (Black Eyed Peas) and Raphael Saadiq. Singles are the huge 'Bossy', 'Blindfold Me', and 'Lil Star'. Kelis wrote more of the material on this album than she did for Tasty, and carries off the sci-fi, electronica sounds so often considered Neptunes material without them. This is most evident on the brilliant 'Trilogy'. Kelis has said she wants to make her mark with this album, as it will be the last 'album like this' she will make.
In October 2007, Kelis was dumped by Jive Records, for poor sales of Kelis Was Here but a new album is in the pipeline. The Hits - a greatest hits collection - was released in March 2008, including tracks where she was a featured artist, eg, Got Your Money by Ol' Dirty Bastard , N.E.R.D's Truth or Dare, and Richard X's Finest Dreams.
Kelis then signed to Interscope Records, and released her fifth studio album entitled Flesh Tone in May 2010. The David Guetta-produced Acapella preceded the LP in February of that year. Other singles released from the album include '4th of July (Fireworks)', 'Scream' and 'Brave'. The following year, Kelis appeared on Calvin Harris' 'Bounce'.
In the beginning of 2010, Kelis received a letter by animal rights organization PETA, in which she was informed about the cruelty that comes along with the production of fur coats. She pointed out that the organization seems to have little concern about the treatment of people of color and that she will continue wearing fur and eating meat.
Songfacts reported that 'Distance', the planned first single from Kelis’ sixth studio album received its first play during the June 30, 2012 show of The Beatnik Mix on London's Reprezent 107.3FM. At the time, the album was set to be house/dance-inspired, but sessions with TV on The Radio's Dave Sitek led to it taking a soul-like direction.
Kelis completed her sixth album in April 2013, and her new label Ninja Tune confirmed details regarding the album in January the following year, 'Jerk Ribs' served as the lead single for the album; the track had however been previously released as a free download the previous year.
Food was released in April 2014 to critical acclaim. Kelis also appeared for the first time at the annual South by Southwest festival, both performing and serving meals to attendees from her food truck.
Truth Or Dare
Kelis Lyrics
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I'm on the dance floor burning up
Music, turn it up
Baby, I'm
Real hot so is it my turn to touch you
Baby you
Look like you're buzzin' on ex with 3D effects
Baby, you
Me and my dogs will be there
Tell your girls prepare to share
We'll play the dancing truth or dare
If someone's standing there, stare say
"Hey baby, what's your name?"
"Don't stand looking insane?"
"Do you want to ride the train?"
Welcome to the fast lane
If you're in love beware
'Cause these people they don't care
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
I am the one with the brightest hair, leather I don't care
Baby, I
Don't ever want to take the shirt off
That's my dare
You got a girl but you're touching me like you don't care
Baby, you
Do you, but just don't get caught out there
Me and my girls will be there
Tell your boys prepare to share
We'll play the dancing truth or dare
If someone's standing there, stare say
"Hey, baby what's your name?"
"Don't stand looking insane"
"Do you want to ride the train"
Welcome to the fast lane
If you're in love beware
'Cause these people they don't care
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Come on come on
Baby, shake it up
Man, I got tens surrounding me
Hounding me
Center of attention
A riot it's bound to be
Though I'm in the middle
My jewels you're bound to see
In a pool of women
All of them drowning me
I'm ho poppin', flip floppin', ho, hop in
Now her head in my lap boppin'
I ain't one to care
I ain't used to fair
Baby, you can keep the truth
Truth or dare
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (ohh, ayy)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (ooh, ooh, ooh-woo, hey, yeah)
Yeah, yeah
Me and my dogs will be there, tell your girls prepare to share
Me and my girls will be there, tell your boys prepare to share
We'll play the dancing truth or dare
If someone's standing there, stare say
"Hey baby, what's your name?"
"Don't stand looking insane?"
"Do you want to ride the train?"
Welcome to the fast lane
If you're in love beware
'Cause these people they don't care
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Come on, come on
Baby, shake it up
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (N.E.r.d, Kelis, and love & peace for the world)
(For the world to see)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, ooh
The lyrics to Kelis/N.E.R.D./Pusha T's song Truth or Dare suggest a wild night of clubbing and partying, where the rules of love and relationships are thrown out in favor of living in the moment. The song opens with the singer being on the dance floor and burning up, with the music turned up high. They talk to their partner, who is on "ex with 3D effects," suggesting that they are experiencing some sort of heightened state. The singer suggests that they play dancing truth or dare with their friends and encourages their partner to join in. The lyrics encourage living life in the fast lane, warning those in love to be aware that the people they are partying with don't care about their relationships. The song's chorus beckons the listener to shake it up and get into the party spirit.
The lyrics offer a glimpse into the party lifestyle many young people experience. The songs encourage focusing on the moment and living life to the fullest, even if it means forsaking romantic relationships. It's a song about taking risks and throwing caution to the wind. It's a message that resonates with many young people who are searching for excitement and adventure.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing excitement and anticipation for the party atmosphere.
I'm on the dance floor burning up
I'm dancing my heart out and feeling the music to its fullest potential.
Music turn it up
Requesting the DJ to turn up the volume and amp up the party vibe.
Baby I'm
Real hot so is it my turn to touch you
Expressing sexual desire and proposing a game of Truth or Dare to initiate physical contact.
Baby you
Look like you're buzzin' on ex with 3D effects
Observing that the other party appears to be under the influence of drugs and experiencing an enhanced 3D experience.
Baby you
Look like you have no clue of what comes next
Noticing that the other party appears to be lost in the moment and not sure of their next move.
Me and my dogs will be there
Tell your girls prepare to share
Promising to bring the group of male friends to the party and suggesting that the female friends should be prepared to share their affections.
We'll play the dancing truth or dare
If someone's standing there, stare say
Proposing to play the game of Truth or Dare while dancing, and instructing the players to stare at anyone watching them play.
Hey baby what's your name
Don't stand looking insane
Do you want to ride the train
Welcome to the fast lane
Approaching a stranger and inviting them to join the party and participate in the game of Truth or Dare.
If you're in love beware
'Cause these people they don't care
Warning that if you're in a committed relationship, you should be cautious as others at the party may not care and try to entice you into infidelity.
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
Encouraging everyone to raise their hands and participate in the party game of Truth or Dare.
I am the one with the brightest hair, leather I don't care
Baby I
Don't ever want to take the shirt off
That's my dare
Boasting about his unique style and proposing a daring challenge that involves not removing his shirt.
You got a girl but you touching me like you don't care,
Baby you
Do you
But just don't get caught out there
Noticing that the other party has a girlfriend but is still making advances, allowing them to do as they please but warning against getting caught and causing drama.
Me and my girls will be there tell your boys prepare to share
We'll play the dancing truth or dare
Promising to bring the group of female friends to the party and suggesting that the male friends should be prepared to share their affections in playing Truth or Dare while dancing.
Man, I got ten surrounding me
Hounding me
Center of attention
A riot it's bound to be
Boasting about the attention he is receiving, with ten women surrounding him and fueling a potentially wild and crazy party scene.
Though I'm in the middle
My jewels you're bound to see
In a pool of women
All of them drowning me
Despite being at the center of the party, his jewelry is still prominently displayed, and he is surrounded by a group of women vying for his attention.
I'm ho hoppin', flip floppin', ho hoppin'
Now her head in my lap boppin'
Describing his carefree attitude and love for having fun, and hinting at a sexual act taking place.
I ain't one to care
I ain't used to fair
Baby you can keep the truth
Choose the dare
Stating that he doesn't have a care in the world, and suggesting that the other party choose to be daring as opposed to honest.
Come on come on
Baby shake it up
Urging the partygoers to get wild and crazy and let loose on the dance floor.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah
Repeating the excitement and anticipation for the party and dancing.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Chad Hugo, Terrence Thornton, Pharrell Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Intro: Shay Haley]
Yeah, yeah, yeah
[Verse 1: Pharrell Williams]
I’m, on the dance floor burnin’ up, music, turn it up
Baby, I’m, real hot, so is it my turn to touch you?
Look like you’re buzzin' on X with 3D effects
Baby, you, look like you have no clue of what comes next
[Pre-Chorus: Pharrell]
Me and my dogs will be there
Tell your girls prepare to share
We’ll play the dancin' truth or dare
If someone’s standin' there, stare, say
[Chorus: Pharrell]
Hey, baby, what’s your name?
Don’t stand, lookin' insane
Do you wanna ride the train?
Welcome to the fast lane
If you’re in love, beware
‘Cause these people, they don’t care
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
[Verse 2: Kelis]
I, am the one with the bright-ass hair, leather, I don’t care
Baby, I, don’t ever want to take the shirt off, that’s my dare
You, got a girl but you touch me like you don’t care
Baby, you, do you but just don’t get caught out there
[Pre-Chorus: Kelis]
Me and my girls will be there
Tell your boys prepare to share
We’ll play the dancin' truth or dare
If someone’s standin' there, stares
[Chorus: Kelis]
Hey, baby, what’s your name?
Don’t stand, lookin' insane
Do you wanna ride the train?
Welcome to the fast lane
If you’re in love, beware
‘Cause these people, they don’t care
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
[Post-Chorus: Pharrell and Kelis]
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
[Verse 3: Pusha T]
Man, I got ten surroundin' me, houndin' me
Center of attention, a riot, it’s bound to be
Though I’m in the middle, my jewels, you’re bound to see
In a pool of women, all of them drownin' me
I’m ho poppin’, flip floppin’, ho, hop in
Now her head in my lap boppin’
I ain’t one to care, I ain’t used to fair
Baby, you can keep the truth, choose the dare
[Bridge: Pharrell and Kelis]
Yeah, yeah, yeah (Oh, ayy)
Yeah, yeah, ooh (Uh, yeah, ooh)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (Woo)
Yeah, yeah, ooh (Hey, yeah)
[Interlude: Shay]
Yeah, yeah
[Pre-Chorus: Pharrell and Kelis]
Me and my dogs will be there, tell your girls prepare to share
Me and my girls will be there, tell your boys prepare to share
We’ll play the dancin' truth or dare
If someone’s standin' there, stare, say
[Chorus: Pharrell and Kelis]
Hey, baby, what’s your name?
Don’t stand, lookin' insane
Do you wanna ride the train?
Welcome to the fast lane
If you’re in love, beware
‘Cause these people, they don’t care
All hands in the air
This is what we call truth or dare
[Post-Chorus: Pharrell and Kelis]
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
Come on, come on (Baby, shake it up)
[Bridge: Pharrell and Kelis]
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, ooh
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah
(N*E*R*D, Kelis, and oh)
(For the world, for the world to see)
(Yeah, we just tryin' to change the world, change the world, change the world, uh)
(We just tryin' to change the world, the world, uh)
@jasonrigone7771
Kelis was a bomb singer w a unique voice..love that real nerd shit
@tunupa1
Kelis is to die for...killer track that hits the spot every time
@MsRochieBaby
I risked my mama whooping my ass when I bought this album...it was more than worth the risk😍😍😍
@gabrielled5344
Lmaooooo
@adzadz1007
@@gabrielled5344 life a risk
@garyprater8139
LOL 😆
@libraspears7875
this should have been a single ...this still sounds fresh in 2017! Kelis voice is damn unique and fresh
@angelareed3269
Thank you smallville!
@NewdeeMoe
Discovered this amazing album on real MDMA in 2002 and it blew my mind🤯
@editingman95
It blew my mind when I saw Desiree Atkins
🤩🤩🤩🤩🥵🥵🥵🥵❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥❤️🔥🤯🤯🤯🤯