Essence 243 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 Okay I am a feminist and activist (not white btw) and whatever other label you want to throw on me but I do NOT like this song. I think it's a mess. And no, I am not saying that a strong black woman celebrating her independence is a mess, I'm saying this song specifically is a mess, because of its messy production, lyrics, and overall musical content (in my opinion). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
VenusBlackStar 1,301 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 LOVE THIS VIDEO AND EVERYTHING ABOUT IT Not too crazy about the song, though. I like Beyonce as more of melodic singer and show-woman a la "4" but that's just me. It's already stuck in my head so it's probably a grower for me. I hope she keeps those braids for a while though. Damn she looks good with them! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Am I A Girl 2,027 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 When will it be on itunes Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sursumd 44 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 13 hours ago, Yanko said: shes embracing black culture now stfu with your racist comments Embracing black culture is proudly proclaiming that when a man ****s you well, you most likely reward him with a delicious meal from Red Lobster. Black culture is awesome! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlitterAndGrease 594 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 I love formation. I didn't at first but now it's my bop Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yanko 9,860 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 54 minutes ago, sursumd said: Embracing black culture is proudly proclaiming that when a man ****s you well, you most likely reward him with a delicious meal from Red Lobster. Black culture is awesome! i dont even know how to respond to this tragic post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelbHawker 6,583 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 It's catchy. The lyrics are stupid a/f though. I can't. It's lazily written. Also, if she really wanted to put across a message re: the police/violence situation that exists.. this song was not really the best avenue to do so. The message is lost amongst all the money/slay mentions throughout the song. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
brownie 5 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 15 minutes ago, MelbHawker said: It's catchy. The lyrics are stupid a/f though. I can't. It's lazily written. Also, if she really wanted to put across a message re: the police/violence situation that exists.. this song was not really the best avenue to do so. The message is lost amongst all the money/slay mentions throughout the song. Exactly. This is what I was trying to say, and instead was called a troll, racist, etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MelbHawker 6,583 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 4 minutes ago, brownie said: Exactly. This is what I was trying to say, and instead was called a troll, racist, etc. I think people generally misunderstand what racism means. People drop the 'racist' card first chance they get to try and come out on top when offering a differing point of view. It happens all the time. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miel 15,009 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 13 hours ago, Mast said: Because being black is not being edgy. It's just being black. Beyonce is not trying anything. Users here see nothing racist in calling something "ratchet" or "edgy" because it aligns with black culture, but the prejudiced intent is very obvious. I see the context of your reply. And I very much agree with your statement on the semantics of utilizing "ratchet" and "edgy" in that manner. 3 points in and ready for more Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mast 980 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 13 hours ago, Essence said: Okay I am a feminist and activist (not white btw) and whatever other label you want to throw on me but I do NOT like this song. I think it's a mess. And no, I am not saying that a strong black woman celebrating her independence is a mess, I'm saying this song specifically is a mess, because of its messy production, lyrics, and overall musical content (in my opinion). See, this is a well formulated opinion that lacks the repugnant words "ratchet" and "edgy". I respect this opinion. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sursumd 44 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 9 hours ago, Yanko said: i dont even know how to respond to this tragic post I didn't quite know how to respond to yours either. I think I got my point across pretty well though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lego 44,165 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 4 hours ago, MelbHawker said: It's lazily written. Also, if she really wanted to put across a message re: the police/violence situation that exists.. this song was not really the best avenue to do so. The message is lost amongst all the money/slay mentions throughout the song. Yeah this is very good point. FreePalestine Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehanyo 4,251 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 13 hours ago, sursumd said: Embracing black culture is proudly proclaiming that when a man ****s you well, you most likely reward him with a delicious meal from Red Lobster. Black culture is awesome! You're literally being racist by saying all of black culture is reduced to that lyric. The video/music largely reflects popular southern Black culture, yes. That includes, but is not limited to, 1. The style of music (trap-- characterized by aggressive lyrics, 808 kick drums, sub-bass, etc.) 2. The dancing (also trap) 3. The imagery reflects the distrust of police among the black community, particularly with regard to police brutality. But sure, reduce it all to the one line about Red Lobster. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlayedForTheGod 665 Posted February 8, 2016 Share Posted February 8, 2016 ughhh. for those of you saying "where is the melody?" "i dont like the production" "weak first single" THIS SONG IS NOT FOR YOU. IT WAS NOT MADE FOR YOU. BEY MADE IT FOR POC. DAMN. thats why its not on some katy perry pop beat. she didnt make it for your iggy azalea lovin crusty ears. she made it for her people. she made it for urban radio. not top 40. like yall dont think if she wanted a smash #1 single she couldnt get it? hell shes not even selling this song. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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