Uh, uh-huh, uh
This (uh-huh, uh) is (uh-huh, uh)
Oww!
Cash, hit deposit, 24-carat faucets
Louis V and Goyard trunks all in the closet
Ain’t shit change, the streets is still watchin’
And my little baby Blue is like, “Who gon’ stop us, huh?”
Ain’t no way to stop this love
Ain’t no space if everything is love
I’m representin’ for the hustlers all across the world (still)
Still dippin’ in my low-lows, girl! (still)
I put it down for the 713
And we still got love for the streets (oww!)
We played it cool at the pool of the Cancun, VMA
Confidence you exude make the fools stay away
Me, I played my room, let the fools have they say
Fate had me sittin’ next to you on the plane
And I knew straight away, uh
The next time we would speak was like two years away
You had a man, you shut it down until you two had a break
I bet that dude rued the day
You kept me up on the phone while you were away
You came back, I let you set the date
Nobu on the plate
I brought my dude to play it cool, my first foolish mistake, aye
Cash, hit deposit, 24-carat faucets
Louis V and Goyard trunks all in the closet
Ain’t shit change, the streets is still watchin’
And my little baby Blue is like “Who gon’ stop us, huh?”
Ain’t no way to stop this love
Ain’t no space if everything is love
I’m representin’ for the hustlers all across the world (still)
Still dippin’ in my low-lows, girl! (still)
I put it down for the 713
And we still got love for the streets (oww!)
I never knew a lo-, lo-, lo-, love like this
Gotta be special for me to write this
Queen, I ain’t mean no disrespect
But the way I net work, it’s hard for me to connect
My first time in the ocean went exactly as you’d expect
Meanwhile you goin’ hard, jumpin’ off the top deck
A leap of faith, I knew I was up next
I never told you, but I told a few people we wed
Me, I’m off to Rome, you goin’ back home instead
My first time in my life a live nigga felt dead
You came back, I had to act like it was cool in my head
Thoughts of jumpin’ the broom, a player never been swept
Cash, hit deposit, 24-carat faucets
Louis V and Goyard trunks all in the closet
Ain’t shit change, the streets is still watchin’
And my little baby Blue is like, “Who gon’ stop us, huh?”
I’m representin’ for the hustlers all across the world (still)
Still dippin’ in my low-lows, girl! (still)
I put it down for the 713
And we still got love for the streets (oww!)
To all the good girls that love hustlers
To the mothers that put up with us
To all the babies that suffered ’cause us
We only know love because of ya
America’s a motherfucker to us, lock us up, shoot us
Shoot our self-esteem down, we don’t deserve true love
Black queen, you rescued us, you rescued us, rescued us
A Celebration of Love and Legacy
“713” by Beyoncé is a vibrant homage to her Houston roots and an intimate portrayal of her relationship with Jay-Z. The song pulses with references to luxury, hustle, and unwavering loyalty, all deeply entwined with the couple’s personal and cultural journeys. Beyoncé blends her pride for the 713 area code (Houston) with raw reflections on love, perseverance, and overcoming adversity. The narrative takes listeners from opulent imagery and street wisdom to vulnerable confessions about the complexities of romance and commitment. The recurring chorus asserts their unbreakable bond and ongoing connection to the streets that shaped them.
Reflections on Resilience and Empowerment
In the final verse, Beyoncé expands the song’s message to honor women who support men through struggles, highlighting the resilience of Black women and the challenges faced by their communities. The lyrics underscore themes of rescue, redemption, and the transformative power of love, making “713” both a personal love letter and a broader testament to cultural pride and survival.
Song Credits
- Artist: Beyoncé
- Songwriters: Beyoncé Knowles, Shawn Carter (Jay-Z), and others
- Release Year: 2018
- Label: Parkwood Entertainment, Columbia Records