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 Beyoncรฉ, 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.
Stay Flo
Solange Lyrics
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Down, down, down on the floor
Down, down, down on the floor
Down, down, down on the floor
Down, down, down on the floor
Niggas get fade and they feel it on they face (hold up)
Talking all day, then they feel it on they place (yeah)
Take it all home and they feel it all the way
Takin' all shots and they feel it on they face (take it)
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Take it all down, make 'em feel it on they faith
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Man get down and they putting on a show (hold up)
Girls getting down every day (hold up)
Working out of town on the floor (hold on)
Making pain, swear you gonna go
Niggas get down and they feel it on they face
Motherfucker I'm down, down, down, don't you know (hey)
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hey, hey)
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hey, hey)
Ayy, ayy, ayy (wanna feel it)
Ayy, yeah (You want to get me, ayy)
Yeah (why don't you get mad, to see me)
Ayy yeah, ayy yeah, yeah
Ayy, ayy-ayy (Ayy)
Niggas wanna come in the play (ayy, ayy)
Niggas get all in they feelings (hey, hey)
Niggas get down every day (hey)
Niggas play games when you flex
Niggas throw stones, they gon' feel it on they face
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Take it all home, make 'em feel it on they face (hey, hey)
Yeah, ayy-ayy (hey, hey)
Ayy, ayy, ayy (Wanna feel it)
Ayy, yeah (You want to get me, ayy)
Yeah (Wanted to get mad, to see me)
Ayy yeah, ayy yeah, yeah
Ayy, ayy-ayy (Ayy)
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hold up)
Ayy, ayy-ayy (yeah)
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hold up)
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hold up)
The song "Stay Flo" by Solange is a lively, upbeat track with a catchy chorus that is repeated throughout the song. The lyrics speak to a sense of confidence and self-assuredness in the face of criticism and negativity from others. The repeated refrain of "hold up, hold up, hold up, hold up" serves as a rallying cry for the listener to hold their head up high and not let others bring them down.
The verses of the song reference various scenarios and situations where individuals might feel judged or criticized by others. Solange sings about people getting "fade" (presumably drunk or high) and feeling judged by their peers, as well as working out of town and feeling the pressure to perform. However, throughout the song, Solange emphasizes the idea that no matter what others say or do, you can always choose how to react and remain confident in yourself.
In addition to its inspiring message, "Stay Flo" is known for its unique blend of musical styles, which incorporate elements of funk, R&B, and electronic dance music. The song's production features an infectious bassline and upbeat synth melodies, which create a sense of joyful energy and momentum.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold up, hold up, hold up, hold up
Stop everything, pause and pay attention
Down, down, down on the floor
Lower yourself physically, mentally or emotionally
Niggas get fade and they feel it on they face (hold up)
People get intoxicated with substances and feel the effect on their face
Talking all day, then they feel it on they place (yeah)
People who talk continuously exhaust themselves and feel tired all over their body
Take it all down, they gon' feel it on the day
If you give people everything they want, they will feel the consequences later
Take it all home and they feel it all the way
If you take everything home with you, you will feel the weight of it all the time
Takin' all shots and they feel it on they face (take it)
When people take all the hits or insults, they feel it on their face
Ayy, ayy-ayy
An expression of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Take it all down, make 'em feel it on they faith
Take everything away from people and make them feel the gravity of their beliefs
Man get down and they putting on a show (hold up)
When men dance or perform, they are putting on a spectacle
Girls getting down every day (hold up)
Women also dance or work hard every day
Working out of town on the floor (hold on)
People work hard in different places, even if it means being on the floor
Making pain, swear you gonna go
Painful experiences make people swear they will leave or change things
Motherfucker I'm down, down, down, don't you know (hey)
I am exhausted, overwhelmed, or struggling, and you should be aware of it
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hey, hey)
Repeating the same expression of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Ayy, ayy, ayy (wanna feel it)
An expression of wanting to feel a certain way
Ayy, yeah (You want to get me, ayy)
Acknowledging that someone wants to engage with them
Yeah (why don't you get mad, to see me)
Asking someone why they don't get upset when they see them
Ayy yeah, ayy yeah, yeah
Repeating the same expressions of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Niggas wanna come in the play (ayy, ayy)
People want to be part of the action or activity
Niggas get all in they feelings (hey, hey)
People become emotional or sensitive about something
Niggas get down every day (hey)
People work hard or experience difficulties every day
Niggas play games when you flex
People try to undermine or challenge you when you show off or assert yourself
Niggas throw stones, they gon' feel it on they face
When people criticize or attack others, they will eventually feel the impact or consequences
Take it all home, make 'em feel it on they face (hey, hey)
Bring the consequences or responsibilities to people's home, to make them truly understand and feel them
Yeah, ayy-ayy (hey, hey)
Repeating the same expressions of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Ayy, ayy-ayy (Ayy)
Repeating the same expression of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Repeating the same expression of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hold up)
An expression of pause or wait
Ayy, ayy-ayy (yeah)
Repeating the same expression of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Ayy, ayy-ayy (hold up)
An expression of pause or wait
Ayy, ayy-ayy
Repeating the same expression of agreement, excitement or enthusiasm
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: John Kirby, Leland Wayne, Solange Knowles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zoeytheLover
Somebody said Trap Sade... I'm feeling that ๐๐ฏ
@miumiu7284
yes trap sade
@marlea.blesssed
Iโm definitely feeling itโจ๐ฏ
@taliarucker3750
lmfaoooo girl yes
@sharitastinson109
I'm wit it
@mont341997
I can agree w that one ๐ค๐ฝ๐
@Tailor3d
It's like you can play this at the cookout, when you studying back at school, or just to vibe with yourself and put one in the air.
@toshahartzog3665
Exactly!! I'm studying to it right now actually lol
@4evermcgee
If you heard my remix youโd be shook asf
@aliceboyblue
@@4evermcgee where is it? ๐ต๐ถ๐๐ฟ