Slide by H.E.R. Lyrics Meaning – Unraveling the Intimate Journey of Connection and Ambition
Lyrics
You don’t wanna let no sucka look you in your eyes, huh?
Better show off them eyelashes
You love what you do with a passion
Ooh that shit attractive
I fuck with you girl
All you wanna do is gas me
How we end up in the backseat?
Just tryna get to the bag
We on the same page, you the same way
Only keep the fam’ around me
So let me know what it’s gon’ be
I don’t plan on gettin’ no sleep, while we
Doin’ our thing, movin’ too fast
Candy paint with the windows all black
Seats crème brûlée, what they gon’ say?
With the top down screamin’, “Money ain’t a thing”
We up ’til six in the mornin’
When the sun rise we be on it
Ooh I got five, you know it’s all live
Tell me when to go, baby, when we gon’ slide?
Baby, when we gon’ slide? Hey, hey
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide?
Oh, yeah, yeah
Baby, when we goin’ slide?
Slide, slide, slide, slide
I don’t care if we on the run
Nothin’ matters when we one on one
Lookin’ at us ’cause we goin’ dumb
We on the same wave, you the same way
You know I be down if it’s with you
Where we goin’? Baby, what’s the move?
We should take a trip up to the moon
Get a room
Doin’ our thing, movin’ too fast
Candy paint with the windows all black
Seats crème brûlée, what they gon’ say?
With the top down screamin’, “Money ain’t a thing”
We up ’til six in the mornin’
When the sun rise we be on it
Ooh I got five, you know it’s all live
Tell me when to go, baby, when we gon’ slide?
Baby, when we gon’ slide? Hey, hey
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide? Yeah yeah
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide? Oh oh
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide?
4Hunnid
I need a baecation
I need my bitch in an apron
Booty all out cookin’ bacon
Orange juice and Ace what we drinkin’
I only come out when the stars out
I’m on a mission but we far out
This city talkin’ with a large mouth
Yeah they after the boy like Fall Out
4Hunnid
Drop and give me fifty, girl, drop and give me fifty
Used to slide with me ’cause you be trippin’ when you miss me
You gon’ hold me close and on yo neck gon’ be a hickie
I ain’t gotta do too much, I know what get you sticky
I ain’t gotta know astrology I know yo’ vibe
Skip the foreplay, you won’t let niggas fuck with yo’ mind
I ain’t givin’ out apologies when I’m behind
Fuckin’ up the seats of the brand new ride
Doin’ our thing, movin’ too fast
Candy paint with the windows all black
Seats crème brûlée, what they gon’ say?
With the top down screamin’, “Money ain’t a thing”
We up ’til six in the mornin’
When the sun rise we be on it
Ooh I got five, you know it’s all live
Tell me when to go, baby, when we gon’ slide?
Baby, when we gon’ slide? Hey, hey
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide? Yeah yeah
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide? Oh oh
Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide?
Fuckin’ up the seats of the brand new ride
The eloquent fusion of H.E.R.’s soulful voice with the gritty authenticity of a life lived under the warm glow of streetlights has given ‘Slide’ a texture that resonates with listeners seeking depth in modern R&B. This track, which weaves together themes of intimacy, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of joy, has struck a chord with those navigating the complexities of connection in a hyper-connected world.
The rich tapestry of ‘Slide’ is not just an auditory experience but a lyrical voyage through the intertwined pathways of personal relationships and self-driven aspirations. Let’s peel away the layers of H.E.R.’s velvety vocals and smooth rhythms to uncover the hidden meanings and poetic power that ‘Slide’ holds within its beats.
Intimacy Behind the Shades – A Closer Look
The opening lines of ‘Slide’ pose an immediate intimacy, as H.E.R. addresses the protective barriers we erect—symbolized here by a pair of glasses—to shield our vulnerabilities from the world. The mention of ‘them glasses’ serves as a metaphor for the emotional walls we build, whilst the invitation to ‘show off them eyelashes’ acts as a tender call for openness, recognizing the beauty in vulnerability.
The dialogue that ensues represents not just a physical connection but an intellectual one as well, admiring passion in a significant other and the allure it brings. This admiration of ambition is a recurring theme, setting the stage for a deeper exploration into the couple’s shared desires and goals.
Riding Through Ambition – The Thematic Overdrive
As the chorus hits, ‘Slide’ shifts gears into a visualization of the fast life and the chase for ‘the bag’—a colloquial nod to financial success. The dreamlike imagery of ‘candy paint with the windows all black’ draws a portrait of exhilarating escapism, while the consistent reference to ‘movin’ too fast’ juxtaposes the thrill against the potential pitfalls of such a lifestyle.
Yet, there is a celebratory defiance in these lines, a simultaneous rebellion against and embracing of materialism with the proclamation, ‘Money ain’t a thing.’ It’s a nuanced recognition of wealth’s place in their world, used not to own but to enhance the personal experience – not the end goal but a means to ‘slide’ through life’s pleasures.
Cosmic Love – ‘Up to the Moon’ and Beyond
In a seamless transition from material to the metaphysical, H.E.R. invites the listener to ‘take a trip up to the moon,’ hinting at an elevated state of love and consciousness. This departure from earthly concerns to a ‘room’ among the stars serves as an allegory for a relationship that transcends the typical, grounding love in a rarefied, almost cosmic, context.
This voyage also brings about a sense of unity, as both parties in the song are on this journey together, embarking on an intimate exploration untouched by the ‘large mouth’ city gossip. There’s a sanctity in their shared solitude, where being ‘one on one’ is the only state that matters.
Reveling in Rebellion: The Hidden Meaning
Beneath the romance and opulence lies ‘Slide’s’ subtle insurrection against societal expectations. The duet narrates a tale of two lovers navigating the complexities of their lives, defying norms and embracing moments that society may view as ‘goin’ dumb.’ It’s about finding freedom together amidst judgment and forging a path that feels authentic to them.
This defiance is further emphasized by the appearance of YG, whose verse adds a layer of raw, unapologetic lived experience. ‘4Hunnid,’ a term that stands as a badge of authenticity, is repeated as a mantra that resonates with the track’s underlying message of staying true to one’s essence in the face of external pressures.
Memorable Lines That Echo Through Time
‘Up all night, baby, when we goin’ slide?’ Not only does this line serve as the song’s catchy and rhythmic anchor, but it also encapsulates the essence of ‘Slide’—the craving for that uninhibited, spontaneous adventure with the person who makes the night worth staying awake for.
Each repetition of ‘slide’ throughout the track transforms from a question into a confirmation, a shared acknowledgment that yes, they will indeed ‘slide’ together. It’s about seizing those fleeting moments before dawn, creating memories that outshine the rising sun, memories that are perhaps, the true richness they seek.
