The end of “We Deal With the Freak'n (intermission)” transitions into the beginning of this song. This transition is a sample of “Rainbow Room” from the soundtrack to “The Holy Mountain”, directed by Alejandro Jodorowsky.
Some R&B and neo soul artists have paid their respects to the Argentinian director, as the surreal nature of his films have influenced the genre’s atmosphere and sound. The abstract and often unpredictable nature of neo soul’s sound can be attributed to the unexpected nature of Jodorowsky’s cinematic concepts. This is reflective in neo soul because unlike most contemporary R&B, neo soul is not afraid to experiment with avant-garde, surrealist, or abstract concepts. Works such as D'Angelo’s “Voodoo” and Erykah Badu’s “Mama’s Gun” carry that inherent theme.
Solange has carried this on all throughout “When I Get Home”, constantly going against the grain to allow herself to have freedom exploring abstract and oftentimes unconventional concepts. In the same way that this album dictates that nothing should be done without intention, Solange’s intentions of sampling Jodorowsky’s work comes as a matter of noting his abstract work as one of numerous influences on her work.
Jerrod
Solange Lyrics
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Call me, lately, feel that you want it
Give you all the pain that, lately
I've shown you
Give you all the things I've lived through
Fill up, give them the world and
I know you better than them
Give you all the depths of my wanting
Give you the world that you seem to know
Yeah, I'ma get it
Call me, baby, when you're ready
You got to know that they're not sayin' you can
I know it
I know it
I know it
I know it
You got a lot of static
You've got it in your bones
Call you in your name and you know you gon' get it
Come and say the word and you know you gon' hit it
That's the way that it
That's the way that it
That's the way that it
That's the way that it goes
Give you all the things I want
Give you all the things I want
The, all the
All the, all the, all
After it all (all the)
The world (all the)
The world (all the)
The world (all the)
Oh, baby
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh, ba-
Solange's song "Jerrod" is a soulful and intimate confession to a lover whose affection she craves. The opening lines of the song, "Call me, baby, say that you want it," reveal Solange's desire for her lover's affection and attention. She goes on to express her willingness to give her all to this person, even the pain and difficult experiences she has been through. Solange seems to have a deep understanding of her lover's needs and wants, as she sings "I know you better than them" while offering her devotion.
The chorus of "Jerrod" features Solange reassuring her lover that she is there for them and willing to fulfill their desires. She sings, "Call you in your name and you know you gon' get it, come and say the word and you know you gon' hit it." This emphasizes the intimacy and trust between the lovers, and Solange's willingness to be there for her partner. The song concludes with Solange promising to give her lover "the world" and concludes with haunting echoes of "oh, baby."
Overall, "Jerrod" is a deeply emotional and vulnerable track that showcases Solange's soulful vocals and lyrical prowess.
Line by Line Meaning
Call me, baby, say that you want it
I want you to ask for me when you need me.
Call me, lately, feel that you want it
You have been feeling too distant from me. Let me know when you want me to be there for you.
Give you all the pain that, lately I've shown you
I will take responsibility for any pain I have caused you and make up for it.
Give you all the things I've lived through
I want to share my life experiences with you and give you everything I have learned.
Fill up, give them the world and I know you better than them
I will provide everything that you need and understand you better than anyone else.
Give you all the depths of my wanting, stays for the rest of the morning
I want to show you the depth of my affection and be with you throughout the night and morning.
Give you the world that you seem to know, Yeah, I'ma get it
I want to fulfill your desires and help you achieve your dreams.
Call me, baby, when you're ready, You got to know that they're not sayin' you can
Call me when you are ready and don't let anyone tell you that you can't have what you want.
You got a lot of static, You've got it in your bones
You are facing many obstacles and challenges, but you have the resilience to overcome them because it's in your nature.
Call you in your name and you know you gon' get it, Come and say the word and you know you gon' hit it
I will answer your call and give you everything you need. You just have to ask for it.
That's the way that it goes, Give you all the things I want, Give you all the things I want
This is the way things are and I will give you everything that I want as well.
After it all (all the), The world (all the), The world (all the), The world (all the)
Despite everything we have been through, I am willing to give you the world.
Oh, baby, Oh, oh, Oh, oh, baby, Oh, oh, Oh, oh, baby, Oh, oh, baby, Oh, oh, baby, Oh, oh, ba-
I love you and I am here for you. Whatever you need, I will be there to support you.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christophe Chassol, John Key, Solange Knowles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Call me, baby, say that you want it
Call me, lately, feel that you want it
Give you all the pain that, lately
I've shown you
Give you all the things I've lived through
Fill up, give them the world and
I know you better than them
Give you all the depths of my wanting
Stays to for the rest of the morning
Give you the world that you seem to know
Yeah, I'ma get it
Call me, baby, when you're ready
You got to know that they're not sayin' you can
I know it
I know it
I know it
I know it
You got a lot of static
You've got it in your bones
Call you in your name and you know you gon' get it
Come and say the word and you know you gon' hit it
That's the way that it
That's the way that it
That's the way that it
That's the way that it goes
Give you all the things I want
Give you all the things I want
The, all the
All the, all the, all
After it all (All the)
The world (All the)
The world (All the)
The world (All the)
Oh, baby
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh, baby
Oh, oh, baby
@MsRosey67
She dropped the entire album. For free. God is good. Thank you my black enchantress ✨
@mxxxw4529
Everybody besides Beyonce and Jay Z does that nowadays tho
@chriswaynegetinmoney
She's still getting paid because we're streaming on youtube
@MiillieMesh
@@chriswaynegetinmoney I still bought this muffucka. I always budget for Solange items lol
@euphemiarahming
Still buy it though. Support the queen.
@TechG
@@mxxxw4529 not fully accurate.
@Missladymam2u
This album feels like satin against my spirit. Her voice is ethereal.
@xdissonance8
This perfectly encapsulates how I feel about this album
@brianacoleman682
Yes, I can tell she is influenced by Diana Ross...
@sapphirem.sweeney4489
same!