Her songs and vocals have been heard by millions, earning multiple awards and countless accolades, but only now is Sevyn Streeter poised to take her own place in the spotlight. The acclaimed singer/songwriter is currently readying her eagerly awaited Atlantic debut album, a bright and brazen mix of pop, soul, hip-hop, and R&B, spiced by her characteristic gospel-inspired vocals and knack for irrepressible hooks and harmonies.
Sevyn grew up in Haines City, Florida where she first discovered her voice while singing in church. She began performing regularly, winding up on the legendary stage of New York’s Apollo Theatre at just 10 years old. The following years saw her honing her craft with tours alongside Bow Wow, B2K, Mario and Beyonce and well received TV performances on Soul Train, Showtime At The Apollo, and the annual Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards.
An avowed student of R&B, soul, and hip-hop – with influences spanning Michael and Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston and Celine Dion, Tank and Dru Hill, Jagged Edge and 112 – Sevyn furthered her musical vision by mastering the craft of songwriting. She quickly proved to be an in-demand writer and vocalist, called upon by a remarkable roster of top studio superstars, including Timbaland, Swizz Beatz, Babyface, Polow da Don, Jean Baptiste/Free School, Pop & Oak, and The Runners, among others.
In 2011, Sevyn co-wrote singles featured on acclaimed albums by two extraordinary R&B icons, Kelly Rowland’s "HERE I AM" and Mary J. Blige's "MY LIFE II...THE JOURNEY CONTINUES", but her breakthrough came with the arrival of Chris Brown's massively successful "F.A.M.E." The album saw Sevyn co-writing a number of the album's biggest singles – including "Next To You (Feat. Justin Bieber)", "Wet The Bed (Feat. Ludacris)", and the million-selling smash, "Yeah 3x" – while her distinctive voice can be heard on such tracks as the top 5 R&B/Hip-Hop hit, "She Ain't You." "F.A.M.E." proved an unqualified pop sensation, receiving RIAA gold certification and the 2012 Grammy Award for "Best R&B Album." The phenomenal success of "Yeah 3x" and "Wet The Bed" earned Sevyn a prestigious pair of ASCAP Awards, acknowledging the tracks among the year's most-performed songs.
Just one year later, Brown once again enlisted Sevyn's songwriting services for his #1 blockbuster, "FORTUNE." This time out, the Grammy-winning superstar chose to highlight her remarkable voice on a number of duets as well as backing vocals throughout. As if that weren’t enough, Sevyn can be seen in Brown’s MTV Video Music Award-winning clip, "Turn Up The Music."
A remarkably prolific songwriter, Sevyn's songs will be heard on an array of upcoming albums from such stars as Brandy, Fantasia, and Kelly Rowland. Her most recent songwriting successes include "New Day", the Swizz Beatz-produced lead single from Alicia Keys' hugely anticipated new album, "GIRL ON FIRE."
Blessed with boundless talent and effervescent energy, Sevyn is now focused like a laser beam on her as-yet untitled solo debut. With a powerhouse sound that's not dissimilar from the gifted young artist herself – soulful and sophisticated, sexy and strong, heartfelt and honest, flirty and fun – Sevyn is finally ready to join the ranks of her heroes at the center of the stage and the top of the charts.
B.A.N.S.
Sevyn Streeter Lyrics
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It's that true shit
True shit
I should have never offered it
But he made me feel like this could be forever
Never thought he could go run off wit it
But it don't make it no better
He used to hit me least four times a day
Till he got what he wanted
Caught me by surprise
I never saw it coming
Wa-wa-wa-wa-walls
Fell, down and up
There goes my pride
Bars, shattered
Now I realize
I should have used protection
Instead of moving so fast
But I'm a sucker for affection
Should have never showed you that
And now I got myself to blame
Why did I let you come in?
I shouldn't have gave my heart away
But I trusted you with it
Niggas be on that bullshit
Havin us lookin foolish
Can't keep letting them do this
(Bitch as niggas)
One minute call us baby
Next minute call us crazy
Niggas be on that bullshit
(Bitch ass niggas)
And you say it's all in my head
It's all in my head
It's all in my head
So I ignore my intuition
And believe every word that you said
Wa-wa-wa-wa-walls
Fell, down and up
There goes my pride
Bars, shattered
Now I realize
I should have used protection
Instead of moving so fast
But I'm a sucker for affection
Should have never showed you that
Now I got myself to blame
Why did I let you come in?
I shouldn't have gave my heart away
But I trusted you with it
Niggas be on that bullshit
Havin us lookin foolish
Can't keep letting them do this
(Bitch as niggas)
One minute call us baby
Next minute call us crazy
Niggas be on that bullshit
(Bitch ass niggas)
Niggas be on that bullshit
Actin like they don't do shit
Do shit, do shit
What the fuck, I look stupid
It's the way that you made me
And this the way you repay me
Gave you all of me
All of me
Now you sayin I was never your lady
I feel
Like you was just a waist of time forreal
(Yeah that's that true shit)
Oh, and I won't ever compel with it no
(Not ever again)
I should have used protection
Instead of moving so fast
But I'm a sucker for affection
Should have never showed you that
Now I got myself to blame
Why did I let you come in?
I shouldn't have gave my heart away
But I trusted you with it
Niggas be on that bullshit
Havin us lookin foolish
Can't keep letting them do this
(Bitch as niggas)
One minute call us baby
Next minute call us crazy
Niggas be on that bullshit
(Bitch ass niggas)
Bitch ass niggas
All these bitch ass niggas
True shit
The lyrics to Sevyn Streeter's song "B.A.N.S." portray the feeling of regret and disappointment after falling for someone who turned out to be unfaithful and untrustworthy. The song highlights the dilemma of giving in to emotions and cravings for affection, while also acknowledging the negative impact it can have when one is not careful. The lyrics express the pain and bitterness that the singer feels after being lied to by someone she trusted with her heart, and how it ultimately led to her feeling foolish and ashamed.
The repetition of the phrase "niggas be on that bullshit" serves as a commentary on the frustrating reality of men who are deceitful and dishonest in their relationships, causing heartbreak and emotional damage to women. The song also touches on the societal pressure to be sexually active without the necessary precautions, as seen in the lines "should have used protection instead of moving so fast." Overall, the lyrics to "B.A.N.S." are relatable and emotive, showcasing the power of music in capturing and expressing the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
True shit
The following lyrics express a true story.
It's that true shit
These lyrics are going to be very real and personal.
True shit
This song is about something that actually happened.
I should have never offered it
I regret starting this relationship.
But he made me feel like this could be forever
I was hopeful for a long-term commitment with him.
Never thought he could go run off wit it
I never imagined he would leave me like this.
But it don't make it no better
Him leaving doesn't make things easier.
He used to hit me least four times a day
He would contact me frequently each day.
Till he got what he wanted
He would keep contacting me until he got what he wanted from me.
Caught me by surprise
I didn't expect him to leave me.
I never saw it coming
I didn't anticipate him leaving me like he did.
Wa-wa-wa-wa-walls
The walls around me have fallen down.
Fell, down and up
Everything around me is unstable and unpredictable.
There goes my pride
My sense of self-respect has been shattered.
Bars, shattered
The bars around my heart have been broken down.
Now I realize
I understand now that I made some mistakes.
I should have used protection
I should have been more careful with my heart.
Instead of moving so fast
I shouldn't have rushed into a relationship with him.
But I'm a sucker for affection
I'm easily swayed by love and affection.
Should have never showed you that
I shouldn't have let him know how much I cared.
And now I got myself to blame
I take responsibility for my bad decisions.
Why did I let you come in?
I regret letting him into my life.
But I trusted you with it
I gave him my heart and trusted he wouldn't hurt me.
Niggas be on that bullshit
Some men aren't to be trusted and will play with your feelings.
Havin us lookin foolish
They make us look like fools for trusting them.
Can't keep letting them do this
I can't keep allowing men to treat me poorly.
(Bitch as niggas)
These men are acting like rude jerks.
One minute call us baby
They can be sweet and loving one moment.
Next minute call us crazy
But then they'll turn around and make us feel like we're acting irrational or foolish.
Niggas be on that bullshit
These guys are just playing games and causing harm.
(Bitch ass niggas)
They are pathetic and disrespectful individuals.
And you say it's all in my head
You try to make me feel like I'm just imagining things.
So I ignore my intuition
I put aside my gut feeling and believe your lies.
And believe every word that you said
I take your lies at face value and trust that you're telling me the truth.
Niggas be on that bullshit
These guys are not to be trusted.
Actin like they don't do shit
These guys try to act innocent and like they're not causing harm.
Do shit, do shit
But they're really the ones causing all of the problems.
What the fuck, I look stupid
I feel humiliated for trusting you and your lies.
It's the way that you made me
I feel like you manipulated my emotions and feelings for you.
And this the way you repay me
You repay my love and devotion by treating me poorly.
Gave you all of me
I gave you everything I had to give.
Now you sayin I was never your lady
You're telling me that I never meant anything to you after all.
I feel
These are my true emotions about the situation.
Like you was just a waist of time forreal
I feel like our relationship was a waste of my time and energy.
(Yeah that's that true shit)
These are my real and personal feelings, not just lyrics in a song.
Oh, and I won't ever compel with it no
I won't let myself fall into this kind of bad relationship again.
(Not ever again)
I'm done with relationships like this for good.
Bitch ass niggas
These guys are pathetic and don't deserve my time or attention.
All these bitch ass niggas
There are many men who act like this and play with women's emotions.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ERNEST CLARK, ERIC BELLINGER, AMBER STREETER, MARCOS PALACIOS, KEVIN RANDOLPH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ChloeScarlett12
one of the most underrated songs ever! love it's relatability, With every new release, Sevyn Streeter never fails to astonish us with her musical artistry, consistently delivering Authentic views as the forge for unfiltered talent, echoing across the rhythmic cultural landscape. It stands as the genuine epicenter where artists carve their paths to greatness. My girl adeptly harnessed its potential.
@HaileyMarieGrande
8 years & this STILL hits! 🔥
@MiikaylaHarris
8
@margarethogan3440
Period
@Cleveland_Dreamz
Especially at 2 in the morning
@djpxlocxrona7243
10 later still hits‼️🔥
@keishavanessa
one of the most underrated songs ever! love it's relatability
@difecasso
I agree 100% She's amazing, she's the next witney.
@keishavanessa
Keep waiting for her to come back with a song this fire tho.
@baluxyanahiam3630
keisha vanessa yes definatly