On BLACK EFFECT, Jay-Z and Beyoncé rap fiery rhymes about their love of black culture. The song is an unapologetic anthem in which the power couple proclaim themselves symbols of black wealth.
BLACK EFFECT
The Carters Lyrics
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Hmm, well, there's love of children
Love of self
Love of God
Love of a partner
And all of them have a different shape
But all of them is the same in the end
It's about sensitivity, it's about passion
And there's love of humanity
That's the love that is right now needed most
Love of humanity
But in everything, in all of that love, there is a soul
It's like when you take some eggs and break them
And you, and you take the shells and mix them up
Trying to find the ones that match
When you find the perfect match
That compatibility results in passion
Results in unconditional giving of self
I hope I can say that again
Yeah, yeah
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard
See my vision with a TEC, bitch, I'm Malcolm X
Haters dreadin' my effect, they want that Das EFX
Get your hands up high like a false arrest
Let me see 'em up high, this is not a test
Yes, put 'em up, this is not a test
Now hands where I can see them, fuck a false arrest
This Off-White fit that I rock, shit permanent
The fro that I grow got no perm in it
Hmm, a nigga late but he best dressed
Got slowed down by the weight of my necklaces
Parked the Lexus in the projects, bitch, I'm reckless
Extra magazine, hopped on a jet with my Ebony chick
Blacker than the Essence fest
The behind the back pass is so effortless
LeBron James to you Omaroses
Dapper Dan at 4AM, shit, I am the culture
I made my own waves so now they anti-Tidal
I'm livin' the no sock life to spite you
Since the Kalief doc, they've been at my neck
Y'all can tell 'em Trayvon is comin' next
The SEC, the FBI, or the IRS
I pass the alphabet boys like an eye test
Yeah, yeah
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard (I'm good)
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard (he good)
See my vision with a TEC, bitch, I'm Malcolm X (I'm Malcom X)
Haters dreadin' my effect, they want that Das EFX (yeah)
Get your hands up high like a false arrest
Let me see 'em up high, this is not a test
Yes, put 'em up, this is not a test
Put your hands where I can see them, fuck a false arrest
Higher, higher
Higher, higher
Higher, higher
Higher, higher
Higher
I'm good any way I go, any way I go (go)
I pull up like the Freedom Riders, hop out on Rodeo
Stunt with your curls, your lips, Sarah Baartman hips
Gotta hop into my jeans like I hop into my whip, yeah
Mobbin' in a hoodie like Melo
Come up out that pretty motherfucker like, "hello, Hello"
I will never let you shoot the nose off my Pharaoh, yeah (yeah)
I like purple and Purple Rain
Tryna put red and blue together, bitch, that's on gang
These people tryna get me out the paint
'Cause I cook collard greens and yams better than your aunt
Man, we started with a mustard seed
Now we in the gray 911 with the mustard seats
Sheesh, matte black Puma jet
Shining my light on the world just like "UMI Says"
Got the Richard Mille, all colors
Might hit you with the rose gold all summer
For the culture
They even biting cornrows, put your scarecrows up
I come from the finest crop
Tell 'em the god's on road, watch 'em line the block
The Chitlin' Circuit is stopped
Now we in stadiums, eighty thou' a wop, (yeah) watch
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard (he good)
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard (he good)
See my vision with a TEC, bitch, I'm Malcolm X (I'm Malcom X)
Haters dreadin' my effect, they want that Das EFX
Get your hands up high like a false arrest
Let me see 'em up high, this is not a test
Yes, put 'em up, this is not a test
Now hands where I can see 'em, fuck a false arrest
I know I've only come half the way
But look in the mirror, I see an older me
Not realizing all the years that passed away
But I know I've only come half the way
The opening verse of "Black Effect" by The Carters (Beyonce and Jay Z) explores different aspects of love. The lyrics touch on love of children, self, God, partners, and humanity, all of which may take different shapes but ultimately involve sensitivity, passion, and unconditional giving. The song emphasizes the importance of soulful compatibility in love and the passion that results from an ideal match. The later verses delve into the rappers' successful careers and the challenges and prejudice they continue to face. They highlight their journeys from humble beginnings, including time in humble neighborhoods like Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, to become cultural icons, speaking to their enduring resilience and determination.
"Black Effect" is an empowering anthem for blackness and achievement despite adversity. The verses showcase the glamour and luxury that come with success while championing the cultural impact of luminaries like LeBron James and Dapper Dan. The chorus encourages listeners to raise their hands high, refusing to submit to forms of authority that seek to oppress and control them. Ultimately, the song is one of triumph, a celebration of hard-fought progress and hope for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you tell us about love?
Love comes in different forms, such as love for children, self, God, a partner and humanity. They all involve passion, unconditional giving and sensitivity.
But in everything, in all of that love, there is a soul
Amidst all the different forms of love, there is a spiritual aspect that connects them all.
I'm good on any MLK Boulevard
I am confident and comfortable in any situation, even in the midst of adversity, as exemplified by the historic leader Martin Luther King Jr.
See my vision with a TEC, bitch, I'm Malcolm X
I have a clear view of my goals, and I am assertive in my beliefs, inspired by the trail-blazing civil rights activist Malcolm X.
Got slowed down by the weight of my necklaces
My success and wealth often come with responsibilities and burdens that hinder my mobility and freedom.
I made my own waves so now they anti-Tidal
My innovative ideas and accomplishments have gained recognition and backlash from those who oppose change and progress.
Tryna put red and blue together, bitch, that's on gang
I am trying to bridge the gap between opposing sides, but it is not easy, akin to bringing together the colors of rival gangs.
They even biting cornrows, put your scarecrows up
People are imitating and appropriating black culture, reminiscent of scarecrows in a field that fend off potential harm.
I know I've only come half the way
I realize that I still have a long way to go in my journey towards success and fulfillment.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alexander Clark Smith, Andre Christopher Lyon, Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, Denisia Andrews, Jun Kozuki, Marcello Valenzano, Rayshon Lamont Cobbs, Shawn Carter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This song slowed down is too Epic 🤣 (the afros that I rock ain't got no permanent)
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The SEC the FBI or the IRS ..we pass the alphabet boys like an eye test
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