On 23 August 2011, he released his first single "Call Me Laquifa," which is available for purchase via iTunes and other commercial music sites. His second single, "Werqin' Girl" was released on 7 August 2012. The music video for "Werqin' Girl" features appearances by Abby Lee Miller, Jenifer Lewis, RuPaul's Drag Race pit crew member Jason Carter, and Yara Sofia. In 2013, Shangela appeared in the music video "Gone With the Wind Fabulous" by Kenya Moore.
In 2015, Shangela lent her voice to the cheer company California Allstars. Shangela voiced over the cheer mix for the California Allstars Aces.
Pay Me
Shangela Laquifa Lyrics
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Money money money money money
Money money money money money
Money m- m- m- m- m- mon- mon- mon- mon- mon-
Bitch I'm trying to get paid
I'm trying to get paid
Ooh y'all not ready for this it's lovely girl
Extravaganza (woo) (mhmm)
Bitch i'm trying to get paid
I'm trying to get paid
Baby this is a Ryan Skyy production (mhmm)
(woo) (mhmm)
You might want to turn this up
Ow!
When it comes to the payment fee
I know what y'all heard about me (what?)
All star fish reppin' season 3
Cashing checks every currency
Yes!
I demand a lot
But baby it's based on what I got
Oh you wanna see me death drop?
First you gotta lay it in my hand
First you gotta lay it in my hand
First you gotta lay it in my hand
First you gotta lay it in my hand
Yes!
You wanna see me baby?
You got to pay the lady
You say you want it all?
Then you gon' have to pay the doll
My name in lights (pay me)
Cash on sight (pay me)
You want me on the mic? (pay me)
Bitch I'm trying to get paid
I deserve what's mine (pay me)
[?]
Don't waste my time (pay me)
I know somebody better have my coins
(Pay me pay me pay pay pay pay pay
Pay me pay me pay pay pay
Pay me pay me pay pay pay pay pay
Pay me pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay pay)
I'm trying to get paid
I know somebody better have my coins
(Pay me pay me pay pay pay pay pay
Pay me pay me pay pay pay
Pay me pay me pay pay pay pay pay)
Y'all wanna turn up?
Come on, girls
5, 6, 7, 8
Y'all know me
[?]
Step in the gig
Pay me dinero
OG queen
She ain't no joke
Honey i'm an all star
Rich fish hello!
Forget them hoes
I work solo
All around the world
I am a pro
Serving with your girl
Loving [?]
First you gotta lay it in my hand
First you gotta lay it in my hand
First you gotta lay it in my hand
First you gotta lay it in my hand
Yes!
You wanna see me baby?
You got to pay the lady
You say you want it all?
Then you gon' have to pay the doll
My name in lights (pay me)
Cash on sight (pay me)
You want me on the mic? (pay me)
Bitch I'm trying to get paid
I deserve what's mine (pay me)
[?]
Don't waste my time (pay me)
I know somebody better have my coins
Listen baby (mhmm), I know what i'm worth (mhmm) okay?
You see me on that stage (mhmm), it ain't for free (uh-uh)!
This ain't no charity benefit concert (mhmm) okay?
I came to gets my mon-tey (mhmm)
I needs my mon-tey hunty
Gimme all my stacks my coins my things (mhmm)
My [?]
Lay it right up on this lovely open palm
I need all this cash money signed
I'm a professional and I deserve to get paid
RuPaul where is my hundred thousand dollars?
My name in lights (pay me)
Cash on sight (pay me)
You want me on the mic? (pay me)
Bitch I'm trying to get paid
I deserve what's mine (pay me)
[?]
Don't waste my time (pay me)
I know somebody better have my coins
Yes baby
You think these clothes come for free?
No ma'am
I want all my checks
Equal pay for equal slay
The song "Pay Me" by Shangela Laquifa is a bold declaration about the female empowerment and the right for equal pay. The song talks about the importance of getting paid for one's hard work and dedication. The opening lyrics, "Money money money money money" emphasizes that the song is all about money and coins. Shangela delivers the message about equal pay by saying that she deserves to be paid based on what she has, which is a lot, and highlights that the payment should be based on skills, not gender.
Shangela is a RuPaul's Drag Race All-Star, and she aligns the song with the show and the drag culture by using phrases like "death drop," which refers to a signature move in drag performances. The song empowers women to demand equal pay and highlights that hard work should be acknowledged and rewarded. The repetition of lines like "Pay me" and "First you gotta lay it in my hand" emphasizes the importance of getting paid and not settling for anything less than what is deserved.
In conclusion, "Pay Me" is a bold declaration about women's right to equal pay and showcases the importance of getting paid for one's hard work and dedication.
Line by Line Meaning
Money money money money money
Repeated phrase emphasizing the importance of money.
Bitch I'm trying to get paid
Shangela is focused on receiving payment.
I'm trying to get paid
Repetition of Shangela's desire to receive compensation.
Ooh y'all not ready for this it's lovely girl
Shangela wants to let people know that her performance is going to be amazing.
(woo) (mhmm) (woo) (mhmm)
Sounds of excitement and agreement.
Extravaganza (woo) (mhmm)
An expression of grandeur and excitement.
Baby this is a Ryan Skyy production (mhmm)
Acknowledging the producer who created the music.
You might want to turn this up
Suggesting to the listener to increase the volume to fully appreciate the song.
Ow!
An exclamation of energy or excitement.
When it comes to the payment fee
Shangela is aware of how much she should be paid.
I know what y'all heard about me (what?)
Questioning rumors or preconceived notions about her.
All star fish reppin' season 3
Referring to Shangela's appearance on a television show.
Cashing checks every currency
Shangela has been paid in multiple currencies.
Yes!
An exclamation of affirmation or enthusiasm.
I demand a lot
Shangela has high expectations for payment.
But baby it's based on what I got
Shangela's payment is based on her talent and value.
Oh you wanna see me death drop?
Referencing a popular drag move.
First you gotta lay it in my hand
Shangela needs payment before she performs.
You wanna see me baby?
Shangela's services come with a price.
You got to pay the lady
The listener must pay for Shangela's performance.
My name in lights (pay me)
Shangela's name should be featured prominently and she deserves payment for this.
Cash on sight (pay me)
Shangela wants immediate payment.
You want me on the mic? (pay me)
Shangela needs to be compensated for her music performance.
I deserve what's mine (pay me)
Shangela has earned payment for her work and talent.
[?]
Unknown lyrics.
Don't waste my time (pay me)
Shangela does not want her time to be wasted without payment.
Listen baby (mhmm), I know what i'm worth (mhmm) okay?
Shangela is confident in her value.
This ain't no charity benefit concert (mhmm) okay?
Shangela is not performing for free.
I came to gets my mon-tey (mhmm)
Emphasizing Shangela's desire to receive payment.
Gimme all my stacks my coins my things (mhmm)
Shangela expects to receive full payment.
My [?]
Unknown lyrics.
Lay it right up on this lovely open palm
Shangela is ready to receive payment.
I need all this cash money signed
Shangela wants payment in full and in writing.
RuPaul where is my hundred thousand dollars?
Asking for payment from RuPaul.
You think these clothes come for free?
The costumes and outfits require payment.
No ma'am
Rejecting a notion or suggestion.
Equal pay for equal slay
Referencing the idea that payment should be equal to the level of talent and success.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Darius J. Pierce
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@lalagonegaga
Let us remind ourselves that this girl has been on Glee, X-files, Bones, is the only queen to compete on three separate seasons of Drag Race, has a movie with Lady Gaga coming up, worked with Miley, Jenifer Lewis, has kept improving ever since she first came into the public eye, and is contantly working harder than just about anyone in the business. Her focus and determination alone make any crown irrelevant to her existance. She will keep slaying forever.
@patriciamatarazzo7668
Preach Gurl yaaaaass
@jessicabolton3615
i wonder if that's what everyone meant when they were saying who has lots of things going for them and needs it more to be successful? i just assumed they were talking about trixie's success and why she didn't really need the win, but i didn't even think about the Gaga movie.
@thingthang2904
Add Community to the list of shows she's been :)
@Plantoria305
ALSOOOOO PERFORMED FOR BEYONCÉ ‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️ HOW COULD YOU LEAVE THAT PART OUT ⁉️⁉️⁉️
@MrDaftpunk789
The true winner of All-stars 3
@ryanskyy
She deserved a chance to lipsync for sure!
@itsleobish
AMEN SIS
@ryanleestumbo4789
Im glad Trixie won, but I don't think that Kennedy deserved to lip sync. Shangela should've lip synced for sure
@jayrodriguez4354
MrDaftpunk789
No. The true is Benda and we all know that.