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.
Can I Hold the Mic
Solange Lyrics
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Don't - Please can I hold the mic?
You can't - I would like to say that
Okay, I would like to say that
I can't be a singular expression of myself
There's too many parts, too many spaces
Too many manifestations, too many lines
Too many journeys, too many mountains
Too many rivers, so many
The lyrics to Solange's song "Can I Hold the Mic?" reflect her desire to express her individuality and assert herself as an artist. The opening line of the song, "Uh, bitch - can I hold the mic?" is a bold statement that captures the urgency and passion that Solange brings to her music. She then pleads, "Don't - Please can I hold the mic?" and asserts that she has something important to say.
The song goes on to explore the complexity of Solange's identity as an artist, and the many different elements that make up who she is. She acknowledges that she can't be a "singular expression of myself," and that there are "too many parts, too many spaces, too many manifestations, too many lines, too many curves, too many troubles, too many journeys, too many mountains, too many rivers." These lyrics speak to the many challenges and obstacles that Solange has faced in her life, both personally and professionally, and the ways in which she has had to navigate these challenges and find her own voice.
Ultimately, "Can I Hold the Mic?" is a powerful statement of self-assertion and individuality, and a testament to Solange's talent as an artist and songwriter.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, bitch - can I hold the mic?
Excuse me, can I please have a turn to speak?
Don't - Please can I hold the mic?
I understand that I may not be initially welcome to speak, but I still request a chance to express myself.
You can't - I would like to say that
Even though you may doubt my ability to speak or hold the mic, I have something important to say and I want to be heard.
Okay, I would like to say that
I have received permission to speak and I am expressing my thoughts.
I can't be a singular expression of myself
I am complex and multifaceted, and cannot be defined by just one aspect of who I am.
There's too many parts, too many spaces
My identity and experiences are made up of numerous factors and influences.
Too many manifestations, too many lines
My existence cannot be summed up by a single characteristic, trait, or story.
Too many curves, too many troubles
My life contains many twists and turns, as well as obstacles and hardships.
Too many journeys, too many mountains
I have been on numerous paths in life that have led me to climb many figurative mountains.
Too many rivers, so many
I have experienced many emotions, tears, and currents throughout my life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Solange Knowles, Christophe Chassol
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@niamhheron5587
I NEED THIS TO BE A LONGER TRACK!!! So extra terrestrial!!!!!
@rickthelai
22 seconds and this interlude took my breath away
@Qu33n
I can't be a singular expression of myself. There's too many parts. Too many spaces. Too many manifestations....
@anitragilmore3239
Qu33n 👑🙌🏾 is that Beyoncé saying please can I hold the mic ?
@Qu33n
Anitra Gilmore
Lol!!! No it isn't the Knowles girls at all. In Solange's film, for this interlude, it's two girls but I can't figure out who they are. One really looks like the rapper Diamond but I'm certain I'm not correct.
@anitragilmore3239
Qu33n man !!! Idk someone can sound so much like our queen 😫🙀
@ariaslittleangel
Qu33n yup https://youtu.be/35_kqMYuqi8 diamond and princess
@Qu33n
Dream Angell
Omgosh thank youuuuuuu!!!! So I was right!
@treblazer
hold the mic as long as you’d like Queen Solange
@kimberlydelong5682
NOT THE YADDAS