In 2007, Knowles began to record music again. Her second studio album Sol-Angel and the Hadley St. Dreams (2008) deviated from the pop-oriented music of her debut to Motown-inspired sounds from the 60's and 70's. It peaked at number nine on the US Billboard 200 and received positive reviews from critics. She followed this up with the 1980s pop and R&B-inspired EP True (2012) on Terrible Records and her imprint Saint Records. Her third studio album, A Seat at the Table (2016) was released to widespread critical acclaim and became her first number-one album in the United States. The album's lead single, "Cranes in the Sky" won the Grammy for Best R&B Performance. Her fourth studio album, When I Get Home, was released in March 2019 to further critical acclaim.
Knowles was heavily influenced by Motown girl groups and says that her first passion is songwriting. Frequently compared by the media to her sister Beyoncé, Knowles has claimed that they have different aspirations and are musically different. She has been ranked by Billboard as the 100th most successful dance artist of all-time, and in 2017 was honored with the "Impact Award" at Billboard Women in Music. Her other ventures include an endorsement deal with Rimmel London and a line of hip-hop-oriented merchandise for young children.
Get Together
Solange Lyrics
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I had to pick the guys
The girls were on their way
Helpin' me fix up the place
A brand new outfit
I can't wait to get in
The doorbell's ringin'
Nine o'clock let's get it started
I'm not havin' a party
I'm havin' a get together
That's when we get together
And we do whatever
I'm not havin' a party
I'm havin' a get together
That's when we get together
No plans
Whatever's clever
A place to let the tunes
Dictate the mood
Don't be too cool
To kick off your shoes
The music can't be loud
'Cause we can't hear what we're talkin' about
I am in chill mode
Just loungin' with my phone
If you name it we'll do it
If you want it we'll get it
Make sure you don't miss them
I know you'll regret it
We'll never forget it
I'm takin' pictures
Then somebody will yell
And no I'm not trippin'
I'm not havin' a party
I'm havin' a get together
That's when we get together
And we do whatever
I'm not havin' a party
I'm havin' a get together
That's when we get together
No plans
Whatever's clever
No special occasion
Just good conversation
I'm just havin' fun
'Cause I'm always on the run
I don't need no reason
'Cause it's always in the season
To please and to
Relax with us
Enjoy yourselves
I'm not havin' a party
I'm havin' a get together
That's when we get together
And we do whatever
I'm not havin' a party
I'm havin' a get together
That's when we get together
No plans
Whatever's clever
The lyrics to Solange's song "Get Together" describe the preparation and experience of hosting a casual gathering with friends. She emphasizes the laid-back atmosphere of the event by contrasting it with a more formal party. In the first verse, she describes getting ready for the gathering and having her friends help her set up. She also mentions her excitement about the brand new outfit she's wearing. The second verse emphasizes the casual nature of the gathering, with Solange describing it as a place to "let the tunes dictate the mood" and encouraging guests to "kick off your shoes." She also mentions that the music can't be too loud because the group wants to be able to talk to one another. The chorus repeats the idea that the event is a "get together" rather than a "party," emphasizing the casual, laid-back nature of the gathering. Solange uses phrases like "whatever's clever" and "no plans" to emphasize the lack of formality or structure to the event.
Overall, the song "Get Together" celebrates the idea of enjoying the company of friends without the pressures of a formal event. Solange emphasizes the importance of good conversation and relaxed enjoyment of the moment, an attitude which is reflected in the mellow, groovy beat of the song itself.
Line by Line Meaning
I got ready and realized
After finishing her preparations for the event, Solange realizes that she has to pick some guys up.
I had to pick the guys
Solange has to give the task of decorating the place to the guys as the girls arrive to help her fix up the place.
The girls were on their way
Solange's female friends were on their way to help her prepare the gathering.
Helpin' me fix up the place
The girls are helping Solange prepare the place for their gathering.
A brand new outfit
Solange is excited to wear her new outfit to the gathering.
I can't wait to get in
Solange is impatient to start the gathering and enjoy herself with friends.
The doorbell's ringin'
Solange's guests have started to arrive on time.
Nine o'clock let's get it started
Solange is anxious for the gathering to begin and wants people to have a great time.
I'm not havin' a party
Solange is not hosting a typical party but rather a low-key get-together with friends.
I'm havin' a get together
Solange is having an informal gathering with close friends to enjoy each other's company.
That's when we get together
The purpose of the get-together is just to spend time together and have fun.
And we do whatever
At the gathering, the group is open to any leisure activities that they feel like doing.
No plans
The friends haven't made any particular plans or activities for the gathering and are just going with the flow.
Whatever's clever
The group is open to any useful or entertaining activities that come up, so long as they are having fun and enjoying each other's company.
A place to let the tunes
The gathering is an ideal place to express oneself musically and emotionally.
Dictate the mood
The songs and rhythms played in the gathering inspire and influence the ambiance of the place.
Don't be too cool
Solange insists that the attendees of the gathering should loosen up and shed their aloof demeanor.
To kick off your shoes
Solange encourages the friends to make themselves comfortable and feel at home.
The music can't be loud
The group agrees that the music should be kept to a moderate volume as to not impair their communication and coordination.
'Cause we can't hear what we're talkin' about
When the music is too loud for communication to happen, the event loses context and fun is reduced.
I am in chill mode
Solange is in a relaxed and mellow emotional state hoping to pass on the same vibe to her guests.
Just loungin' with my phone
Solange is chatting and texting with her guests as they arrive.
If you name it we'll do it
If the group has the capacity and resources to execute an activity, they would love to embark on it and have fun.
If you want it we'll get it
If the group can attain a desired item or necessity to bring extra pleasure or convenience to the party, they will gather.
Make sure you don't miss them
Solange is advising her guests to try to join every event planned to avoid regretting their absence once pictures are uploaded.
I know you'll regret it
Solange is sure that most guests will regret missing out on the fun activities at the gathering.
We'll never forget it
Solange is sure the memories made at the gathering will last forever.
I'm takin' pictures
Solange enjoys capturing the memories with the quality camera, keeping them for later viewing and reflection.
Then somebody will yell
This line suggests an outburst of emotions where somebody might scream out of fun, joy, or excitement.
And no I'm not trippin'
Solange insists that she is not under the influence of any substance, but rather enjoying her natural happy state of mind.
No special occasion
The gathering is not organized or planned in celebration of any particular event or happening.
Just good conversation
The event is full of courteous and warm conversations between Solange and her friends.
I'm just havin' fun
The aim of the gathering is to bring about joy, happiness, and contentment to everyone present.
'Cause I'm always on the run
Solange is usually busy and cannot collect her friends for long periods but is willing to pull off a rapid, hectic gathering to enjoy her friend's company.
I don't need no reason
Solange does not require a special rationale to assemble all of her favorite people in one location, for the aim is straightforward/enjoyable.
'Cause it's always in the season
Solange does not need to wait for any particular season or time to plan a gathering as enjoyment, and friends company is always in season.
To please and to
The purpose of the gathering is to make the guests happy and contented.
Relax with us
Solange encourages her guests to be comfortable and enjoy the moment fully.
Enjoy yourselves
Solange wants her guests to relax, unwind and have great fun, partying together.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEPHEN GARRETT, TIMOTHY N MOSLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kashr4702
This would have been a hit if it was released as a single back in the day. This is still a banger
@dirkcalloway17
Should have been a massive hit. A true achievement even if she didn't regard her first solo effort as a personnal project.
@richardp7665
Dirk Calloway
Why wasn’t this a hit? I need to knowz
@RnBReworked
It wasn't a single, just an album cut. I think only 2 songs were released as singles.
@dirkcalloway17
@కꫀᡶꫝ True but it's hard to understand.
@RnBReworked
@Dirk Calloway I hear ya. Was responding to Richard P asking why it wasn't a hit.
@libraspears7875
this one of my faves from the album...Timbaland should have done more on this album
@erwanonana8699
timbaland and Solange in studio images please I want to see it
@eaziibreezii
This is heat 🔥
@The1stladyphynyx
You’re perfect Solange 💜