Sandcastle Disco
Solange Lyrics
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Would oh baby, baby
Build up these walls of mine
And I can't see you or breathe you
Cause there's trouble right beneath you
It's all in the night
But oh baby, baby
Come pick me up in your ride
I'm a cool low Jane
With the skip on my feet
I play tough as nails
With my heart on my sleeve
I'm nothing but a sand castle
Baby don't blow me away, away
Baby I know, you do that to all the girls
You know that I'm fragile, oh
Bay ba ba ba baby, don't blow me away
Baby I know, you do that to all the girls
You know that I'm fragile, oh
Bay ba ba ba baby, don't blow me away
Who would've known, the storm of my past time
Would oh baby, make me
Losing the song of the eye
And I can't believe you or read you
Cause there's pleasure in your preview
It's all in your eyes
But oh Mr. DJ, baby
Can you meet me outside
You're an old school dude
With the kick on ya shoes
You've got groove in ya hands
The way you spend those tunes
I'm nothing but a sandcastle
Baby don't blow me away, away
Baby I know, you do that to all the girls
Baby I'm fragile, oh
Bay ba ba ba baby, don't blow me away
Baby I know, you do that to all the girls
You know that I'm fragile, oh
Bay ba ba ba baby, don't blow me away
Ooh, and just like the ocean
Lays right there behind me
Look over my sandcastle
And there's a sight to see
Don't blow me away
Don't blow me baby
Ooh baby I know, you do that to all the girls
You know that I'm fragile, oh
Bay ba ba ba baby, don't blow me away
Baby I know, you do that to all the girls
You know that I'm fragile, oh
Bay ba ba ba baby, please don't blow me away
Away, away
Away, away
Away, away
The song Sandcastle Disco by Solange explores the theme of fragility and the fear of being blown away by the wind, or by the actions of the people around you. Solange uses the metaphor of a sandcastle to represent herself, and how she feels like nothing but a fragile structure built on shaky ground. She also talks about the people around her, who have the power to blow her away, whether it's by hurting her emotionally, or leaving her behind.
Solange starts off the song by acknowledging the power of the wind and the sunshine, and how they built up the walls of her sandcastle. However, she also acknowledges that this creates trouble for her, as she can't see or breathe properly when she's inside her walls. She's stuck in a fragile structure that's prone to collapse. She then asks someone to pick her up in their ride, symbolically asking for someone to help her escape the fragility of her sandcastle.
Solange then switches to talking about another person, perhaps the one who she wants to save her from her sandcastle. She describes him as an "old school dude" with "groove in his hands", and compares him to her sandcastle, saying that she's nothing but a fragile structure compared to him. She's scared that he'll blow her away like everyone else, and asks him not to.
Overall, Sandcastle Disco is a poignant and relatable song about fear, fragility, and the need for help and support from the people around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Who would've known, the wind and the sunshine
Unexpectedly, nature has built walls around me with the wind and sunshine.
Would oh baby, baby
It's an exciting, captivating idea.
Build up these walls of mine
Walls of protection surround me making it hard for others to reach me.
And I can't see you or breathe you
I'm scared of giving up control and getting too close.
Cause there's trouble right beneath you
I'm cautious about giving in because there's a chance you might hurt me.
It's all in the night
My doubts and fears only come out when I'm alone, in the dark.
But oh baby, baby
Despite my fears, I want you to come get me.
Come pick me up in your ride
Take me away from my fears and walls, and show me what it's like to feel free.
I'm a cool low Jane
I'm a girl who's easy to be around, nothing special.
With the skip on my feet
I'm confident and carefree in my own way.
I play tough as nails
I act strong and independent on the outside.
With my heart on my sleeve
But deep down, my emotions are on display for all to see.
I'm nothing but a sand castle
I'm vulnerable and easily damaged, like a sandcastle on the beach.
Baby don't blow me away, away
Don't hurt me or leave me broken like a sandcastle in the wind.
Baby I know, you do that to all the girls
I'm not the only one who's fallen under your spell. You might break my heart like you've done with others.
You know that I'm fragile, oh
I'm aware of my weaknesses and how easily you can hurt me.
Bay ba ba ba baby, don't blow me away
I'm begging you to treat me delicately and not let me fall apart.
Who would've known, the storm of my past time
Looking back on my life, I never imagined that I'd be in this situation.
Would oh baby, make me
This experience has changed me, making me more vulnerable.
Losing the song of the eye
I'm losing sight of what's right in front of me.
And I can't believe you or read you
I don't know where I stand with you or what you're thinking.
Cause there's pleasure in your preview
But being with you feels good and I'm tempted to take the risk.
It's all in your eyes
I can see that you're attracted to me too, but I'm not sure if it's real or if it's all just a game.
But oh Mr. DJ, baby
I'm turning to the music for comfort, and hoping the DJ can help me make a decision.
Can you meet me outside
I want to step out of my comfort zone and take a chance on love.
You're an old school dude
You have a classic, timeless charm that I find attractive.
With the kick on ya shoes
You're confident and cool, and you know how to make an entrance.
You've got groove in ya hands
You're smooth and skilled, and I can't help but be drawn to you.
The way you spend those tunes
Your music selection is spot-on, and it's elevating my vibe.
Ooh, and just like the ocean
Just like the ocean, I have a depth to me that you might not expect.
Lays right there behind me
I'm right here, waiting for you to notice and explore me.
Look over my sandcastle
Look past my walls and see the vulnerability I'm hiding.
And there's a sight to see
If you take the time to get to know me, you'll find something worth discovering.
Don't blow me away
Please don't hurt me, I'm fragile and I'm trusting you not to break me.
Don't blow me baby
I'm asking you to treat me with care and respect, and not let me fall apart.
Away, away
Please don't let me drift away from you, I want to be close to you.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Solange Knowles, Sean Hurley, Kenneth Karlin, Carsten Schack, Thomas Callaway
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jimbeezy007
I used to love this song, sooo adorable. She was such a different artist back then, I love her evolution.
@missnishab4659
She was ahead of the current throwback sound trend... i believe Raphael Saadiq release total throwback album same time as Solange.. people slept on that too.
now look the throwback feel just like this one Bruno Mars Doja Cat.. Anderson Paak.. I love this
@Yallaintreadyfosho
i love solange😎🌞🌞 i love her quirkieness
@ennoviaed140
@mr_flydotcom this song and the overall sol angel and the hadley st dreams album was actually 60s/70s sound inspired
@JoyCroom-dm7lh
Nahh I think she stayed true to her sound. She like old school 70s music you can tell she's inspired by that era.
@blatinomerman
I heard this song on Noah's arc jumping the broom and instantly fell in love with the song. Idk for the longest a music video existed. It's just as good as the song.
@malakcanvas
I'm still obsessed with this!! Give Solange her flowers! 💐
@shantakidd6230
Man I played this song to death back in highschool, and it still holds up so well. Excellent
@denzowarmbad5486
We grew up with such great music. Miss that kind of era
@MichaelErnest666
I Love You 💕