Erykah Badu

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Tyrone (Live)

Erykah Badu

Lyrics

[Live Intro]
Now keep in mind that I'm an artist
And I'm sensitive about my shit
But y'all been nice about it, alright
Sisters, how y'all feel?
Brothers, y'all alright?
Lemme see how y'all groove to this
Alright

[Verse 1]
I'm gettin' tired of your shit
You don't never buy me nothin'
See, every time you come around
You gotta bring Jim, James, Paul, and Tyrone
See, why can't we be by ourselves, sometimes?
See, I've been having this on my mind for a long time
I just want it to be you and me
Like it used to be, baby
But you don't know how to act
So matter of fact

[Chorus]
I think you better call Tyrone (Call him)
And tell him come on, help you get your shit
(Come on, come on, come on)
You need to call Tyrone (Call him)
And tell him I said come on
[Verse 2]
Now every time I ask you for a little cash
You say "Naw," but turn right around and ask me for some ass
Oh, woah, well, hold up, listen, partner
I ain't no cheap thrill
Cause Miss Badu's always comin' for real
And you know the deal, nigga
Every time we go somewhere, I gotta reach down in my purse
To pay your way and your homeboys' way
And sometimes your cousin's way
They don't never have to pay, don't have no cars
Hang around in bars, try to hang around with stars
Like Badu, I'ma tell you the truth
Show and prove or get the boot

[Chorus]
I think you better (Call him)
And tell him come on, help you get your shit
(Come on, come on, come on)
You need to call Tyrone (Call him)
Hold on
But you can't use my phone

If you're an R&B lover, chances are you've already heard of Erykah Badu's classic song, "Tyrone." The song is a live recording of her rendition performed at the 1997 Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival. It's perhaps one of her most popular songs and has been covered by several other musicians over the years.

About Tyrone (Live)

"Tyrone (Live)" is a song about a woman who has finally reached her breaking point with her unreliable and lazy partner. She's kicked him out of the house and suggests that he asks Tyrone, his friend, for help with moving out his stuff. The song is essentially a message to her former partner and a warning to not take her for granted again.

The song starts with Erykah first addressing the audience, saying, "I'm getting tired of your shit. You don't never buy me nothin'." Leading us to believe, she's addressing the song's protagonist. The song's lyrics are simple yet impactful. They convey the frustration and anger that one feels when they are taken for granted.

Listening to the live recording, you can hear how engrossed the audience is in Erykah's performance. You can hear their laughs as they resonate with her message. It's evident that Erykah knew what she was doing when she improvised the song.

For those who don't know, "Tyrone" was actually a total freestyle. In an interview with The Power 105 Breakfast Club, Erykah revealed that she made up the song on the spot. She never thought that it would blow up and become one of her most popular songs.

The song's inspiration came from a real-life situation. Erykah admitted that she was "mad as hell" at someone in her life who was always taking her for granted. She channeled that anger and frustration into a freestyle that has resonated with millions of people all over the world.

At the time of its release, "Tyrone" disrupted the mainstream music scene, becoming one of the most popular R&B songs in the world. It even got a Grammy nomination. The song's title "Tyrone" in the song is actually addressed to the lead character's partner's friend, who she thinks will help him in his remaining possessions.

Many have speculated over the years that the song might be about Erykah's then-boyfriend Andre 3000. He vehemently denied the allegations in his song, "A Life in the Day of Benjamin Andre." To this day, the true inspiration for the song remains a mystery, but that hasn't stopped fans from connecting with it.

One of the most striking things about "Tyrone" is how timeless it is. Even though it's been over two decades since its release, the song's message remains relevant today. Its longevity is a testament to the power of Erykah's message and her incredible improvisational skills.

Conclusions

Erykah Badu's "Tyrone" is a classic R&B song about a woman who's had enough of her ungrateful partner. It's one of her most popular songs and has resonated with millions of people all over the world, thanks to its timeless message of standing up for oneself. Imperfect and raw, the song is a testament to Erykah's improvisational skills and her ability to create timeless music.

It's a song that perfectly captures the essence of true R&B, and it will keep captivating people for years to come.