Tiara met founders of The Board Administration Wale and Le'Greg O. Harrison in a club in Atlanta during a Wale concert in 2009. After exchanging information and submitting music, Tiara received a response and positive feedback after three months. Shortly thereafter, she traveled to New York City where she opened for Wale and shared the stage with Diggy Simmons, J. Cole and Fabolous at the Highline Ballroom.Tiara signed to The Board Administration in 2011.
She is well known for viral promotions via Twitter and Youtube and recognized for new online musical content, live performance streams, and cover performances of popular music. August 3, 2010 the world was introduced to Tiara Thomas on The Cloud with Wale through mixtape installment More About Nothing. Tiara's name trended worldwide May 30, 2011 on Twitter the day The Cloud video released.
Tiara Thomas was selected as a 2011-2012 Campaign Spokesperson for the American Eagle Outfitters Back to School We The People Campaign.Tiara's likeness is canvassed in New York's Time Square at the American Eagle Outfitters Flag Ship Store Location and across the continental US in all 900+ stores worldwide. Her original songs for the campaign Denim and Wassup are featured on the American Eagle Outfitters website and were circulated to the masses through their social media campaign.
Tiara graduated from Ball State University in June 2012. She is working on her debut LP Sallie Mae, and is currently featured on Wale's recent release "Bad". The latter peaked at #21 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming her first Hot 100 and top 40 entry. In June 2013, it was announced she had left Wale's record label The Board Administration to sign with Rico Love's Division 1 record label in a joint deal with Interscope Geffen A&M.
My Ways
Tiara Thomas Lyrics
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I don't love that man
But I'll definitely throw a grand to a stripper
God damn look at all those bands
Look, bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Stay strapped up just in case
I'm a good girl on the low
But I just can't trust these hoes
Higher than a motherfucking falcon
Stunting on some bitches from Carlton
Never trust a nigga like how come, ooh
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Bitch, I'm tryna change my... aye
I got pimp juice in my blood
I stay strapped up just because
Bitch you wish that I hated myself, hated myself
I dropped a label, I'm faded, I'm faded
I made it myself, made it myself
Oh I'm so wavy, I rode the wave, bitch, I'm Michael Phelps
I spent a stack on my belt
Rolling my hips, that's my pelvis
These bitches think that I'm Elvis
These bitches think that I'm selfish
Truth is these bitches is helpless
Chewing these bitches like relish
These bitches think that I'm... woah!
Boy, I'm tryna change my taste
These niggas is a waste
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Bitch, I'm tryna change my... aye
I got pimp juice in my blood
I stay strapped up just because
Tiara Thomas's "My Ways" is a song that gives us a glimpse into her frustrations with people, mostly men and women whom she finds unworthy of her trust. In the first verse, Tiara mentions that she is not one to get into fights over men that she doesn't love or care for, but she wouldn't hesitate to give money to a stripper. She feels that it is better to invest in someone who is honest about their intentions rather than waste her energy on people who come off as manipulative. Tiara points out that she is trying to change her ways and become a better person by staying alert for potential threats and making sound decisions.
In the chorus, the phrase "Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways" is repeated several times, which highlights her efforts to grow and evolve as a person. Her mentality is focused on progress, and she is willing to put in the work to achieve her goals. The second verse's opening line "I got pimp juice in my blood," signifies that she has learned how to navigate the music industry and is confident about her place in it. She points out that she makes her own rules and uses phrases like "I dropped a label, I'm faded, I'm faded," and "made it myself, made it myself" to prove that she is a self-made artist.
Overall, "My Ways" by Tiara Thomas is a song where she expresses her disillusionment with people in her life who have let her down. The chorus stands out as a declaration of her commitment to change for the better, and the rest of the lyrics provide insights into her mindset and her life.
Line by Line Meaning
I never throw hands over niggas
I don't get into fights with men over meaningless relationships.
I don't love that man
I do not have any romantic feelings towards that man in question.
But I'll definitely throw a grand to a stripper
However, I am willing to pay an extravagant sum of money to a stripper that deserves it.
God damn look at all those bands
Wow, look at all the money the stripper has accumulated.
Look, bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
Listen, I am making an effort to improve myself and my life choices.
Stay strapped up just in case
I am always prepared for any potential danger or altercation.
I'm a good girl on the low
Despite my actions or demeanor, I am actually a decent person at heart.
But I just can't trust these hoes
However, I cannot trust certain women in my life.
Pulled up in a black like Malcolm
I arrived in a black car, like the famous civil rights activist Malcolm X.
Higher than a motherfucking falcon
I am feeling extremely intoxicated or under the influence of drugs.
Stunting on some bitches from Carlton
I am showing off and proving myself to a group of women from the rich Carlton neighborhood.
Never trust a nigga like how come, ooh
I never trust men and their motives, for instance, I wonder why they act a certain way.
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
I am trying my best to better myself as a person.
I got pimp juice in my blood
It is in my very nature to have a dominant or commanding presence.
I stay strapped up just because
I am always armed and protected, with no specific reason.
Bitch you wish that I hated myself, hated myself
You hope or desire for me to have self-hatred but it will not happen.
I dropped a label, I'm faded, I'm faded
I did not rely on a record label to be successful, and now I'm enjoying my current state of being under the influence.
I made it myself, made it myself
I have achieved and accomplished everything on my own.
Oh I'm so wavy, I rode the wave, bitch, I'm Michael Phelps
I am currently on top of my game, like the famous swimmer Michael Phelps.
I spent a stack on my belt
I have invested a large amount of money in my fashion accessories.
Rolling my hips, that's my pelvis
I am dancing in a provocative manner that involves hip movement.
These bitches think that I'm Elvis
These women believe that I have a certain level of celebrity or fame.
These bitches think that I'm selfish
These women accuse me of caring only for myself.
Truth is these bitches is helpless
In actuality, these women are powerless and unable to compete with me.
Chewing these bitches like relish
I am dominating these women with ease, like relish on a hot dog.
These bitches think that I'm... woah!
These women have a certain perception of me that surprises me.
Boy, I'm tryna change my taste
I am attempting to improve my preference in men and relationships.
These niggas is a waste
Most men I have encountered are not worth my time or energy.
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
I am making an effort to improve myself and my life choices.
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
I am making an effort to improve myself and my life choices.
Bitch, I'm tryna change my ways
I am making an effort to improve myself and my life choices.
Bitch, I'm tryna change my... aye
I am making an effort to improve myself and my life choices.
I got pimp juice in my blood
It is in my very nature to have a dominant or commanding presence.
I stay strapped up just because
I am always armed and protected, with no specific reason.
Contributed by Adalyn B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
rosielxxrik
Beats, cinematography, lyrics, EVERYTHING SO ON POINT Tiara is iconic <3
Acin101
I love how diverse she is. Don't put this talented woman in a box.
No Face
I need this instrumental.. I would do it so much justice.. This track is FIREEEEE.. The whole EP FIRE!!!!!
Samantha Nazat
U rap did u get it ?
Ceresa Lee
WHAT A MASSIVE TRIP THIS WAS.......KEEP THE WAVES COMING TNT!!! #FLAMES
Karrionn Smith
I Love Her SO Much, So Talented.
Damian
This is my fav track from you. I love all your songs, but this one just gets me everytime. <3
T Nic
this song is sooooooooo crazy!!! This beat is sick af!!! love this!
Domo Davis
Beautiful!! BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT! HAPPY BDAY TO ME! π Love your talent girl!!
URBAN GUITAR LEGEND
DAMN! She's done it AGAIN!!!! Nice. Very Original. I'm inspired.