On stage, rockin’, I’m star crazy
Cocoa flow like 1980’s
Come, let’s tell a drop lazy
None of that maybe
Energy (Ah)
Energy
Energy (On it)
Just vibe
Votin’ out 45, don’t get outta line, yeah
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, pick a side
Only double lines we cross is dollar signs, yeah
Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh, hol’ up
Wait, I hear you just got paid, make it rain, energy
She more Cancún, he more Saint-Tropez
Big wave in the room, the crowd gon’ move
Look around, everybody on mute
Look around, it’s me and my crew
Big energy
He was on stop mode, got froze
Froze front page Vogue, no pose
Chat too much, full clip unload
That’s that Kodak energy
Energy
Energy
Energy
Yeah, yeah
Gold links, raw denim
You know that we do it grande
You know that I’m gon’ be extra
When that camera go, “Pop, pop, pop, pop, pop, pop”
Keep ’em waitin’ like dot, dot, dot, dot, dot, dot
“Ooh, la-la-la”
That’s the way dem boys sound when I walk through that block, block, block
Then I uzi that doozie, shot, shot, shot
We was just chillin’, mindin’ our business
Poppin’ our pain and champagne through the ceilin’
Sippin’ it up, flickin’ it up
All this good energy got you all in your feelings, feelings
I’m crazy, I’m swearin’
I’m darin’, your man’s starin’
I just entered the country with derringers
‘Cause them Karens just turned into terrorists
He was on stop mode, got froze (Ah, ah, ah, la-la-la-la-la-la)
Froze front page Vogue, no pose (Ah, la-la, ah, ah)
(Yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka)
Chat too much, full clip unload (La-la-la-la-la-la)
That’s that Kodak energy (Ah, la-la, ah, ah)
(Go, let’s go, let’s go, let’s go)
Energy (La-la-la-la-la-la, ah, la-la)
(Yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka)
Energy (Ah, ah)
(Go, let’s go, let’s go, let’s go)
Energy (La-la-la-la-la-la)
(Yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka, yaka-yaka)
Yeah, yeah (Ah)
The Vibe and Message of “ENERGY”
Beyoncé’s “ENERGY” radiates confidence and unapologetic self-assurance, blending playful bravado with social commentary. The lyrics paint a picture of empowerment, individuality, and collective unity, as Beyoncé commands the stage and her surroundings with magnetic presence. References to cultural icons, fashion, and luxury destinations underscore a celebration of success and the importance of surrounding oneself with positivity. The repeated emphasis on “energy” serves as both a mantra and a call to action—encouraging listeners to protect their vibe and not be swayed by negativity or distractions.
Symbolism and Social Commentary
Through clever wordplay and cultural references, Beyoncé addresses issues like political division and societal expectations. Lines such as “Votin’ out 45, don’t get outta line” subtly nod to political activism, while “Only double lines we cross is dollar signs” highlights ambition and focus. The song’s infectious rhythm and assertive attitude invite listeners to own their power and move through life with intention and style.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, Terius “The-Dream” Gesteelde-Diamant, and others
Release Year: 2022
Label: Parkwood Entertainment, Columbia Records