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.
Way to the Show
Solange Lyrics
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Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Call me, give it all away to the show
Way to the show, candy paint down open doors
Wait 'til you know, then when time come lick the floors
Uh-huh, uh-huh, you can get it
Uh-huh, uh-huh, you can get it
Uh-huh, uh-huh
Call me when you're on the way to the coast
Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Way to the show, candy paint-paint, make it talk
Wait, you don't know
Know the midway like a guard
Uh-huh, uh-huh, you can get it
Uh-huh, uh-huh, you can get it
Uh-huh, uh-huh you can get it (Aw, yeah)
Uh-huh, uh-huh
Uh-huh, uh-huh you can get it (Aw, yeah)
Uh-huh, uh-huh
Oh, you can get it
Oh, you can get it
Call me, give it all away to the car
Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Wait 'til you know, when the thing bang I'ma ball
End of the malls, drop it down low to the floor
Take all your calls, when the thing bang I'ma ball
Take another night
Given on the way that you hold
And I know the ways that you fold
And I know the way that you call
I'ma come and get it
Come and get it
Come and get it in a minute
Come and get it
In Solange's song "Way to the Show," she opens with the line "Call me, even on the way to the show" inviting listeners to reach out to her even in the midst of her busy schedule. The lyrics speak to the idea that success doesn't have to mean losing touch with people or being unapproachable. Throughout the song, Solange repeats the phrase "Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor" which seems to be a nod to her southern roots and a reflection of her love for the aesthetic of low-riders. The chorus exudes a playful confidence as she repeats "Uh-huh, uh-huh, you can get it" indicating that she's unafraid to go after what she wants.
As the song continues, Solange adds in lines like "Wait 'til you know, then when time come, lick the floors," which may suggest that success isn't immediate but if you work at it, you can enjoy the fruits of your labor. Later on, she adds "Way to the show, candy paint, make it talk, wait, you don't know, know the midway like a guard" which again references her affinity for low-riders but also speaks to the level of detail she puts into her work. Finally, in the bridge, she sings "And I know the ways that you fold, and I know the way that you call, I'ma come and get it, come and get it, come and get it in a minute," indicating that she's aware of her capabilities and ready to take action.
Overall, "Way to the Show" conveys a sense of self-assurance and authenticity as Solange shares her love of low-riders and southern culture while also encouraging listeners to embrace their own uniqueness and strive for success.
Line by Line Meaning
Call me, even on the way to the show
Don't hesitate to call me, even if you're on your way to the event.
Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Your ride to the show is impressive with its candy paint and low stance.
Call me, give it all away to the show
Call me to give me all of your attention during the show.
Way to the show, candy paint down open doors
Your car's candy paint opens doors to opportunities and attention on the way to the show.
Wait 'til you know, then when time come lick the floors
Be patient, and only work hard enough so that people will praise you to the point where they would lick the floors you've walked on.
Uh-huh, uh-huh, you can get it
Agreeing with previous statements that you can indeed get what you want.
Call me when you're on the way to the coast
Call me when you're traveling to the coast.
Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Your ride to the show is impressive with its candy paint and low stance.
Way to the show, candy paint down to the floor
Your ride to the show is impressive with its candy paint and low stance.
Way to the show, candy paint-paint, make it talk
Your car's candy paint is so bold that it speaks for itself.
Wait, you don't know
Hold on, you don't have all the information yet.
Know the midway like a guard
Know your way around the midway as well as a security guard would.
Call me, give it all away to the car
During the ride, give me all of your attention and energy.
Wait 'til you know, when the thing bang I'ma ball
Take your time to gather information, and when the moment presents itself, I'm going to give it my all.
End of the malls, drop it down low to the floor
When the mall closes, I'm going to dance so low to the floor it's unreal.
Take all your calls, when the thing bang I'ma ball
Answer all of your calls, but when the big moment comes, I'm going to give it my all.
Take another night
Take another chance.
Given on the way that you hold
Given the way you carry yourself.
And I know the ways that you fold
And I understand the things that make you feel emotional.
And I know the way that you call
And I know how you communicate with me.
I'ma come and get it
I'm going to go and get what I want.
Come and get it
Come and get what you want, too.
Come and get it in a minute
I'll be there soon, so get ready to get what you want.
Come and get it
Come and get what you want.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: John Key, John Kirby, Solange Knowles
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Foeko
I listen to Solange whenever my skin or soul is dehydrated 🌞🌻
Alexandra Kono
Foeko Nick
Ezra Rivera
For me that's all the time
Iceberg
I like the way you put that I know when you talk to females they believe everything laugh out loud
Charlene Mack
She has a way of quenching one’s thirst! ❤😊❤
Matt
Solange is like her own music genre
Practical Fitness
Fax
Pedro Veste Preto
This makes so much sense!
Cornball007
hmm well she’s just like psychedelic soul with a little bit of contemporary trap.
The Road To Mars
Oh stop it🙄
She’s singing off key.