"Skate" was well received by music critics, some of whom praised its "sunny vibes", in addition to the "funky" influences of the 1970s. The song charted moderately in various countries, reaching number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100, number four on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart, number 12 in New Zealand and reached the top spot in Israel. It also entered the top-20 of the Canadian Hot 100, Mexico Airplay and Belgium.
Skate
Silk Sonic Lyrics
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In a room full of dimes
You would be a hundred dollars
If bein' fine was a crime
Girl, they'd lock your lil' fine ass up in a tower
The way you move like you do
Ooh, it's like you do it for a livin'
Shit, look like you playin' for the win, oh, baby
I'm tryna roll, I'm tryna ride
I'm tryna float, I'm tryna glide
No, no, don't be shy, just take my hand and hold on tight
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
Slide your way on over (slide your way on over)
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
I wanna get to know ya (I wanna get to know ya)
Come on
Oh my, oh my
Got your hair in the wind and your skin glistenin'
I can smell your sweet perfume
Mmm, you smell better than a barbecue
Oh, superstar is what you are
I'm your biggest fan
If you're lookin' for a man, sugar, here I am
Ooh
I'm tryna roll, I'm tryna ride (I'm tryna vibe with ya darlin')
I'm tryna float, I'm tryna glide
Oh, no, no, don't be shy, just take my hand and hold on tight
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
Slide your way on over (slide your way on over)
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
Uh, I wanna get to know ya (I wanna get to know ya)
I never fall, but tonight you got me fallin' for you
And only you, you
I'm reachin' out in hopes that you reach for me too
Girl, let's groove
Girl, you got me singin', "Ooh"
My, oh my, my, oh my
My, oh my, my, oh my
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
Come on, slide your way on over (slide your way on over)
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
Ah, I wanna get to know you, girl (I wanna get to know ya)
Skate to me, my baby (skate)
Just slide your way on over (slide your way on over)
Oh, skate to me, my baby (skate)
I wanna get to know ya (I wanna get to know ya)
Silk Sonic's "Skate" is a soulful and smooth track that captures the duo's lively spirit and optimism. The song is an invitation to dance and celebrate life with someone they are entranced with. The lyrics set the mood with an opening line that expresses awe over the stunning beauty of the person they are addressing. They go on to describe the person as a hundred-dollar bill in a room full of dimes and suggest that they are a superstar. The chorus then urges the person to skate over to them, and they promise to take it slow, to float, to glide, and to vibe with them.
The second verse of "Skate" continues to describe the person as they stand out from the crowd with their hair in the wind, skin glistening, and scent more indulgent than a barbecue. The person is essentially a goddess, with the singer declaring that "superstar is what you are." He makes no pretense to hide that he is enamored with her and that she is his biggest fan. The rest of the lyrics in the chorus restate the invitation to skate over and the assurance that the two will vibe with each other.
Overall, the lyrics of "Skate" are about falling in love, enjoying the moment, and reveling in life. The song highlights the fantastic world of love and human connection, with the duo sounding like they are bouncing off each other's energy.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh my, oh my
Expressing admiration for the person being addressed.
In a room full of dimes
Amidst all the beautiful women in the room.
You would be a hundred dollars
You stand out as the most attractive person in the room.
If bein' fine was a crime
If beauty was punishable by law.
Girl, they'd lock your lil' fine ass up in a tower
You would be imprisoned for your beauty.
The way you move like you do
Your dancing is impressive.
Ooh, it's like you do it for a livin'
Your dancing is so good that it seems like you're a professional dancer.
Do a lil' spin, do it again
Keep dancing and impressing me with your moves.
Shit, look like you playin' for the win, oh, baby
You dance like you're trying to win a competition.
I'm tryna roll, I'm tryna ride
I'm trying to connect with you and have a good time.
I'm tryna float, I'm tryna glide
I want to move smoothly and effortlessly with you.
No, no, don't be shy, just take my hand and hold on tight
Don't be afraid, just trust me and let's have a good time together.
Oh, skate to me, baby (skate)
Come dance with me and show me more of your amazing moves.
Slide your way on over (slide your way on over)
Move gracefully in my direction and come closer to me.
I wanna get to know ya (I wanna get to know ya)
I want to learn more about you and spend more time with you.
Got your hair in the wind and your skin glistenin'
You look stunning with your hair blowing in the wind and your skin glowing.
I can smell your sweet perfume
Your fragrance is captivating and sweet.
Mmm, you smell better than a barbecue
Your smell is more enticing than the delicious aroma of barbeques.
Oh, superstar is what you are
You are a star and deserve all the attention you're getting.
I'm your biggest fan
I admire and respect you a lot.
If you're lookin' for a man, sugar, here I am
If you're single and looking for a partner, I'm interested in you.
I never fall, but tonight you got me fallin' for you
I'm usually not easily swayed, but I'm falling for you tonight.
And only you, you
My interest and attention is focused only on you.
I'm reachin' out in hopes that you reach for me too
I'm showing interest and hope that you'll reciprocate it.
Girl, let's groove
Let's dance and have a good time together.
Girl, you got me singin', "Ooh"
You have me feeling excited and happy.
Skate to me, my baby (skate)
Dance with me and continue to impress me with your moves, my dear.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, O/B/O CAPASSO, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Brandon Paak Anderson, Dernst Emile, Domitille Degalle, J.D. Beck, James Edward Fauntleroy Ii, Peter Gene Hernandez
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@KingKeNNySlay
The intro alone gave me the chills! This song make me wanna skate and possibly break my ass haha.
@broo947
Golden corral
@-ha1296
https://youtu.be/uTzyJCSn0zE ....
@broo947
Golden corral
@jamieliajulien4970
its easy ish
@wellusee688
https://youtu.be/Tv6Osk7hUJI
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@ScenicFights
We're officially back in the 70s and we're all for it.
@shashwatmishraalumni4918
who else wants all songs on this album to be released as singles
@triggahappyjoe
https://youtu.be/jyfoVghdrQc
@xxketxx5682
https://youtu.be/LB09BybNetI 😶