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.
Just Being Honest
Sevyn Streeter Lyrics
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On the same page on our blow shot
Never had to try, we was close then
Now I look at you, I don't even notice
First I was off it, on it
Couldn't make it out what you wanted
You was out hittin' on your old shit
Man fucked outta here, yeah I noticed
Now I'm just sitting here laughin'
Watching you lying and beggin'
Now I'm just sitting here laughin'
How we used to be laid up, posted
On the same page, on the floor shit, yeah
Now you all alone, ain't this about a bitch
When I stop chasing you and now you wanna chase me
When I stop loving you and now you wanna love me
When I stop caring 'bout me, now you wanna care
Care about you, care about you
Ain't this about a bitch
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
Laid up, new boo, this right here don't concern you
Smiling like I'm supposed to
I bet you think it's about you
But the truth is, he is the fuckin' king, he's the realest
Dwelling all in my fortress, no
Now I'm just sitting here laughin'
Watching you lying and beggin'
Now I'm just sitting here laughin'
How we used to be laid up, posted
On the same page, on the floor shit, yeah
Now you all alone, ain't this about a bitch
When I stop chasing you and now you wanna chase me
When I stop loving you and now you wanna love me
When I stop caring 'bout me, now you wanna care
Care about you, care about you
What goes around comes all the way back around
Ain't this about a bitch
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
(What goes up comes down)
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
(It comes right back to you)
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
(Careful what you do)
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
Ain't about a bitch
Ain't about a bitch
Ain't this about a bitch
When I was chasing you and now you wanna chase me
When I was loving you and now you wanna love me
When I was caring 'bout me, now you wanna care
Now you wanna care
Ain't this about a bitch
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
(Make you look like a bitch)
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
(Tears falling down your face)
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
(It feels so good to see you like that)
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm just being honest, I'm just being
I always knew you would, I always knew you would
Always knew this day would come
Bet you ain't know this day would come
In Sevyn Streeter's song "Just Being Honest," the lyrics convey a message of empowerment after a breakup. The first verse explains how the singer used to be close with her ex-partner, but now she doesn't even notice him anymore. She goes on to express how she used to be unsure about what he wanted and would constantly chase after him before noticing his behavior was toxic. Now, the singer acknowledges that she is better off without her ex-partner and enjoys seeing him beg for her attention.
The chorus repeats the phrase "ain't this about a bitch," which signifies the ironic and liberating circumstances of the breakup. The ex-partner is shown to be unlikeable and manipulative, while the singer is portrayed as confident and superior. The bridge speaks of how the ex-partner is now chasing after the singer because he realizes what he lost, but it is too little too late. The final verse describes how the singer always knew that she would eventually rise above the relationship, and that the ex-partner would regret the way he treated her.
Overall, "Just Being Honest" is a song that encapsulates the stages of healing after a relationship ends. The lyrics express a sense of self-assurance and freedom that comes from recognizing one's own self-worth and courage to move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
We used to be laid up, posted
We used to spend a lot of time together
On the same page on our blow shot
We shared many things and had similar interests
Never had to try, we was close then
We had a strong bond that didn't require effort to maintain
Now I look at you, I don't even notice
I don't pay attention to you anymore
First I was off it, on it
At first, I was unsure about our relationship
Couldn't make it out what you wanted
I didn't understand what you wanted from me
You was out hittin' on your old shit
You were interacting with old flames
Man fucked outta here, yeah I noticed
I noticed that you were not committed to our relationship
Now I'm just sitting here laughin'
I find your behavior amusing
Watching you lying and beggin'
I'm amused while watching you lie and beg for my attention
How we used to be laid up, posted
I remember how we used to be very close
On the same page, on the floor shit, yeah
We used to share similar interests and be in sync
Now you all alone, ain't this about a bitch
It's ironic how you're alone now despite your behavior
When I stop chasing you and now you wanna chase me
You didn't show interest when I was interested, now that I've moved on, you want me
When I stop loving you and now you wanna love me
You didn't show love when I loved you, now that I'm moving on, you want to love me
When I stop caring 'bout me, now you wanna care
You didn't care when I cared about myself, now that I'm moving on, you want to care about me
Care about you, care about you
You only care about yourself
Laid up, new boo, this right here don't concern you
I have moved on and what you're doing is not my business
Smiling like I'm supposed to
I am happy with my new relationship
I bet you think it's about you
You think everything is about you
But the truth is, he is the fuckin' king, he's the realest
My new partner is amazing and superior to you
Dwelling all in my fortress, no
My new relationship is my fortress, and you're not welcome there
What goes around comes all the way back around
Karma will catch up to you eventually
I'm just being honest, I'm just being honest
I'm telling the truth, and that's just how it is
Ain't about a bitch
It's not about a woman, it's about how you treated me
Make you look like a bitch
Your behavior makes you look bad
Tears falling down your face
You're upset because of your own actions
It feels so good to see you like that
I find your suffering amusing
I always knew you would
Your behavior was predictable
Always knew this day would come
I always knew that you would regret your actions
Bet you ain't know this day would come
You didn't expect that things would turn out the way they did
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sevyn Streeter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@88Alexthegreat
This song should have been bigger. One of her best songs IMO.
@colonels042u
def agree
@shainamatthews916
Yes it should've I love this song
@Luvleemelodie
She is so underrated! Pen game and vocals are STRONG!
@ConsciousBeaut
So true!
@farrahslim6701
preach
@jasonwilson7253
+Byanka Tucker She didn't write this but she sounds great though!
@Luvleemelodie
I was speaking in general terms but she does sound GREAT!
@Worldshottestpariah
Byanka Tucker care about care bout youuuuuuu
@mushaabeautykans9924
Sevyn is probably one of the most underrated artist in this generation. People top the charts now-a-days with just having a nice beat and a catchy chorus and disregards amazing artist like her. #TheySleepinOnSevyn