Bam bam dilla, bam bam
I see y’all in the front row, hey
Bam bam dilla, bam
Hold up, they don’t love you like I love you
Slow down, they don’t love you like I love you
Back up, they don’t love you like I love you
Step down, they don’t love you like I love you
Can’t you see there’s no other man above you?
What a wicked way to treat the girl that loves you
Hold up, they don’t love you like I love you
Slow down
Hey, this such a shame
You let this good love go to waste
I always keep the top tier, 5 star
Backseat lovin’ in the car
Like make that wood, make that wood
Holly like the boulevard
Unpacking the Emotions in “Hold Up (Homecoming Live)”
Beyoncé’s live rendition of “Hold Up” at Homecoming is a powerful exploration of love, loyalty, and vulnerability. The repeated refrain, “Hold up, they don’t love you like I love you,” underscores a heartfelt plea and sense of betrayal. Beyoncé addresses her partner directly, emphasizing her unique devotion and questioning why that love is taken for granted. Her live performance adds an extra layer of raw emotion, as she engages with the audience and channels both strength and hurt. The playful, rhythmic chants at the beginning create a communal feeling, inviting listeners into her personal narrative while maintaining the energetic spirit of her live show.
Song Credits
“Hold Up (Homecoming Live)” is performed by Beyoncé. The original song was written by Beyoncé, Ezra Koenig, Emile Haynie, Joshua Tillman, MNEK, Diplo, Father John Misty, and others, and first released in 2016. This live version appears on the 2019 “Homecoming: The Live Album.”