[Part 1: Bow Down]
I’m out that H-town
Coming, coming down
I’m coming down dripping candy on the ground
H, H-town, town, I’m coming down
Coming down dripping candy on the ground
I know when you were little girls
You dreamt of being in my world
Don’t forget it, don’t forget it
Respect that, bow down bitches
I took some time to live my life
But don’t think I’m just his little wife
Don’t get it twisted, get it twisted
This my shit, bow down bitches
Bow down bitches, bow, bow down bitches
Bow down bitches, bow, bow down bitches
H-town vicious, H-H-town vicious
I’m so crown, bow bow down bitches
I’m out that H-town
Coming, coming down
I’m coming down dripping candy on the ground
H, H-town, town, I’m coming down
Coming down dripping candy on the ground
[Part 2: I Been On]
I been on, I been on, I been on
Tell me who gon’ take me off
Take me off, take me off, take me off
I been on, I been on, I been on
Tell me who gon’ take me off
Take me off, take me off, take me off
Rolling high, leather and wood
Keep it trill, that’s what good
Kiss my momma, show that love
Pop them bottles in that club
I heard your boo was talking lip
I told my crew to smack that trick
Smack that trick, smack that trick
Guess what they did, smack that trick
Gold everything, gold ass chain
Gold ass rings, gold ass fangs
You can see me stunt when you turn on ya screen
You can see me stunt when you turn on ya screen
I’m bigger than life, my name in the lights
I’m the number one chick, I don’t need no hype
The capital B means, I’m ’bout that life
The capital B means, I’m ’bout that life
I been on, I been on, I been on
Tell me who gon’ take me off
Take me off, take me off, take me off
Cause I been on
I remember my baby hair with my dookie braids
Frenchy’s, Boudin in the parking lot
Shout out to Willie D
I was in that Willie D video when I was about fourteen, looking crazy
Shout out Pimp C
You know we used to sneak and listen to that UGK
Didn’t do your girl but your sister was alright, damn
In ya homeboy’s Caddy last night man, haha
Hold up, Texas trill
H-Town going down, man
Empowerment and Assertive Identity
“Bow Down / I Been On” by Beyoncé is a bold declaration of self-worth and resilience. The song’s first part, “Bow Down,” finds Beyoncé fiercely asserting her dominance in the music industry, reminding listeners of her roots in Houston (H-Town) and demanding respect. The lyrics challenge preconceived notions about her identity, especially as she rejects the label of being “just his little wife.” It’s a triumphant anthem that celebrates her autonomy and power.
Homage to Houston and Southern Culture
The “I Been On” segment pays homage to Beyoncé’s Southern heritage, referencing Houston icons and local culture. Through vivid storytelling, she reminisces about her upbringing, the influence of Southern hip-hop, and the journey from humble beginnings to global stardom. The imagery of “dripping candy on the ground” and shout-outs to legends like Willie D and Pimp C further ground the track in regional authenticity.
Song Credits: “Bow Down / I Been On” was written by Beyoncé Knowles, Hit-Boy (Chauncey Hollis), and others. It was released in 2013 by Columbia Records.