Born and raised in Oakland, California, Zendaya began her career as a child model and backup dancer. She made her television debut as Rocky Blue on the Disney Channel sitcom Shake It Up (2010โ2013) and starred as the titular character in the sitcom K.C. Undercover (2015โ2018), for the channel. Her feature film debut came in 2017 with the superhero film Spider-Man: Homecoming, and she later starred in its sequels. Zendaya's role as Rue Bennett, a struggling drug-addicted teenager, in the HBO teen drama series Euphoria (2019โpresent) made her the youngest recipient of the Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series, which she won twice. Her film roles include the musical The Greatest Showman (2017), the romantic drama Malcolm & Marie (2021), and the science fiction epic Dune (2021).
In addition to her acting career, Zendaya has ventured into music. In 2011, she released the singles "Swag It Out" and "Watch Me", the latter a collaboration with Bella Thorne. She signed with Hollywood Records in 2012. Her eponymous debut studio album, Zendaya (2013), was released to moderate success. The album's lead single, "Replay", reached the top 40 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart. Zendaya's biggest commercial success as a musician came with her Zac Efron collaboration, "Rewrite the Stars", from The Greatest Showman (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) in 2017. The single reached within the top 20 of several record charts and has received multi-platinum sales certifications globally.
Having already collaborated with Labrinth on the song "All for Us" for Euphoria's first season, in 2022 Zendaya co-wrote two songs ("Iโm Tired (with Zendaya) - Bonus Track" and "Elliot's Song") for the second season, also performing as a vocalist on the former. Receiving continued acclaim for her performance as Rue, the second season of Euphoria earned her four Emmy nominations. Nominated for Lead Actress in a Drama for the second time, she became the youngest two-time nominee in Emmy history, while her nomination as an executive producer for Outstanding Drama Series made her the youngest woman ever nominated for producing. She received two nominations for Outstanding Original Music and Lyrics for her lyrical contributions to the show's soundtrack. In 2023, Zendaya won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress โ Television Series Drama at the 80th Golden Globe Awards and received a Screen Actors Guild Awards nomination.
On April 22, 2023, during the second weekend of Coachella 2023, Zendaya joined Labrinth in a surprise performance of "All for Us" and "I'm Tired", which marked her return to the stage in 8 years. She was featured on the opening song "The Feels" of Labrinth's third album Ends & Begins.
Keep It Undercover
Zendaya Lyrics
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Oh, when danger come to you
You know I'll stand beside you
Cause ain't nobody keep their head so cool
I always find a way, a way out of the fire
But don't tell nobody, tell nobody
[Pre-Chorus]
Wanna tell you, but I
I keep it undercover
[Chorus]
Living my life on red alert
Doing my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gotta worry, about me
It's all part of the plan
I keep it undercover
I keep it undercover
[Verse 2]
You know, I'll always find the truth
No matter where it's hiding
So you can always run but you can't hide
Kepp it classified
I'll always come out fighting
Cause it's all or nothing
All or nothing
[Pre-Chorus] + [Chorus]
[Bridge]
If you're back's against the wall
Then all you gotta do is call me
I'm doing the impossible
So you just gotta trust me
Ya ain't gotta worry about it
Ain't gotta ever doubt it
I'll be there no matter what it takes
I keep it undercover
[Chorus]
Zendaya's song Keep It Undercover is a high-energy, confident track that speaks to the idea of being there for someone in times of danger or uncertainty. The first verse sets the tone by expressing a willingness to stand beside someone, particularly when they are facing danger. The singer of the song declares that they always find a way out of difficult situations but wants to keep that ability 'undercover' by not sharing it with anyone else.
The pre-chorus hints at the idea of vulnerability, as the singer admits that they are not perfect and would like to confide in someone. Despite this desire, they maintain that they will continue to keep their secrets and abilities 'undercover.' The chorus sees the singer asserting their confidence, declaring themselves the 'realest' and 'fearless,' while still promising to have their loved ones' backs.
The second verse continues the themes of honesty and loyalty, with the singer stating that they will always find the truth and come out fighting, all or nothing. The bridge reinforces the idea that the singer is a reliable ally, willing to do the impossible and be there no matter what it takes.
Overall, Zendaya's 'Keep It Undercover' is a song that champions the idea of being there for the people you care about, even when it means keeping some things 'undercover' and maintaining a sense of secrecy.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, when danger come to you
I'll be by your side when you're in trouble
You know I'll stand beside you
I'll be there for you no matter what
Cause ain't nobody keep their head so cool
I have the ability to remain calm in crisis situations
I always find a way, a way out of the fire
I always manage to find a solution to difficult problems
But don't tell nobody, tell nobody
Keep my abilities a secret
I'm not perfect, so many things I
I have flaws like everyone else
Wanna tell you, but I
I want to be honest with you
I keep it undercover
But I keep my flaws hidden
Living my life on red alert
I'm always ready for anything
Doing my thing, gon' make it work
I'm pursuing my goals and I will achieve them
Know I'm the realest
I am authentic and genuine
Baby I'm fearless
I'm not afraid of anything
But I always got your back
I will always support and protect you
Nobody can do it like I can
I'm unique and irreplaceable
I gotta find out who I am
I'm still trying to discover my true self
Ain't gotta worry, about me
You don't need to be concerned about me
It's all part of the plan
Everything is going according to my plan
You know, I'll always find the truth
I'll always seek out the truth
No matter where it's hiding
Even if it's difficult to find
So you can always run but you can't hide
You can try to avoid the truth, but it will always come out eventually
Kepp it classified
Keep the truth a secret
I'll always come out fighting
I will stand up for what I believe in
Cause it's all or nothing
I'm fully committed to achieving my goals
If you're back's against the wall
If you're in a difficult situation
Then all you gotta do is call me
Just ask for my help and I'll be there
I'm doing the impossible
I'm capable of achieving what seems impossible
So you just gotta trust me
You need to have faith in me
Ya ain't gotta worry about it
You don't need to worry
Ain't gotta ever doubt it
You should never doubt me
I'll be there no matter what it takes
I'll do whatever it takes to help you
Contributed by Natalie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@niyserenjiy
Oh, oh
Oh, oh
Oh, when danger comes to you
You know I'll stand beside ya
'Cause ain't nobody keeping it so cool
I always find a way
A way out of the fire
But don't tell nobody
Tell nobody
I'm not perfect
So many things I
Wanna tell you
But I
(I keep it undercover)
Livin' my life on red alert
Doin' my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby, I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gonna worry about me
It's all part of the plan
You know, I'll always find the truth
No matter where it's hidin'
So you can always run but you can't hide
Keep it classified
I'll always come out fightin'
'Cause it's all or nothin'
All or nothin'
I'm not perfect (no, no, no, no)
So many things I
Wanna tell you
But I
(I keep it undercover)
Livin' my life on red alert (oh)
Doin' my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby, I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gonna worry about me
It's all part of the plan
If your back's against the wall
Then all you gotta do is call me
I'm doin' the impossible
So you just gotta trust me
Ya ain't gotta worry 'bout it
Ain't gotta ever doubt it
I'll be there no matter what it takes
(I keep it undercover)
Livin' my life on red alert (oh)
Doin' my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby, I'm fearless
But I always got your back (yeah, yeah)
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am (yeah)
Ain't gonna worry about me (yeah)
It's all part of the plan
It's all part of the plan
I keep it undercover
Keep it undercover
(I keep it undercover)
@justsomeguyfromthemcu7052
If Tom Holland Appeared In A KC Undercover Episode:
FULL SCRIPT LINK:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lzT42vSJKh-sAHWeP8y4PXxFxnb-UW9FxKmfyDYU230/edit?usp=drivesdk
(DOOR KNOCKS)
Craig : (opens the door) Who are you?
Tom : Hi! I'm Tom!
Craig : What's your business doing here, Tom?
Tom : Oh, I'm KC's friend from Stanford. I want to surprise her for her Coming Home party!
Craig : Well, look at that!
Tom : (confused)
Craig : She finally has a real boyfriend! (laughs) You better treat her right!
Tom : (chuckles awkwardly) I work for the Organization!
Craig : (suspiciously) Oh really? How can we believe you're not some enemy agent?
Tom : Don't worry sir, you can trust me!
Craig : Well, come on in.
Tom : (picks up his phone) Don't worry sir. It's all part of the plan (grins menacingly).
TO BE CONTINUED...
@binapanidas7226
Oh, when danger come for you
You know I'll stand beside you
Cause ain't nobody keep their head so cool
I always find a way, a way out of the fire
But don't tell nobody, tell nobody
I'm not perfect, so many things I wanna tell you
But I, I keep it undercover
Living my life on red alert
Doing my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest, baby I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gotta worry, about me
It's all part of the plan
I keep it undercover
I keep it undercover
You know, I'll always find the truth
No matter where it's hiding
So you can always run but you can't hide
Kepp it classified, I'll always come out fighting
Cause it's all or nothing, all or nothing
I'm not perfect, so many things I wanna tell you
But I, I keep it undercover
Living my life on red alert
Doing my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest, baby I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gotta worry, about me
It's all part of the plan
If you're back's against the wall
Then all you gotta do is call me
I'm doing the impossible
So you just gotta trust me
Ya ain't gotta worry about it
Ain't gotta ever doubt it
I'll be there no matter what it takes
I keep it undercover
Living my life on red alert
Doing my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest, baby I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gotta worry, about me
It's all part of the plan
I keep it undercover
I keep it undercover
I keep it undercover.
@tzmiaaa
Oh, when danger comes to you
You know I'll stand beside ya
'Cause ain't nobody keeping it so cool
I always find a way
A way out of the fire
But don't tell nobody
Tell nobody
I'm not perfect
So many things I
Wanna tell you
But I
(I keep it undercover)
Livin' my life on red alert
Doin' my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby, I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gonna worry about me
It's all part of the plan
You know, I'll always find the truth
No matter where it's hidin'
So you can always run but you can't hide
Keep it classified
I'll always come out fightin'
'Cause it's all or nothin'
All or nothin'
I'm not perfect (no, no, no, no)
So many things I
Wanna tell you
But I
(I keep it undercover)
Livin' my life on red alert (oh)
Doin' my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby, I'm fearless
But I always got your back
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am
Ain't gonna worry about me
It's all part of the plan
If your back's against the wall
Then all you gotta do is call me
I'm doin' the impossible
So you just gotta trust me
Ya ain't gotta worry 'bout it
Ain't gotta ever doubt it
I'll be there no matter what it takes
(I keep it undercover)
Livin' my life on red alert (oh)
Doin' my thing, gon' make it work
Know I'm the realest
Baby, I'm fearless
But I always got your back (yeah, yeah)
Nobody can do it like I can
I gotta find out who I am (yeah)
Ain't gonna worry about me (yeah)
It's all part of the plan
It's all part of the plan
I keep it undercover
Keep it undercover
(I keep it undercover)
@memetos9375
Old Disney: Like
New Disney: Comment
@mercedespowers3264
Memetos Wait! What do you mean by Old Disney
@memetos9375
Scarlet Valeres 2014 and below is old Disney Channel and 2015 and Up is New Disney
@antoniofelicisimo2753
both
@Dandelionsinthesky
Depends on which shows you're talking about
@JY-night_owl
Both
@anaphchan6783
Zendaya was our last hope for the old Disney
@hchdhsbcbsbzjxns
This was the last good show... This one is also kinda fading sadly ๐ข
@joerodriguez7547
True
@wesleywilliams784
at least sheโs up to better things now, growing into an actual actress