Appletree
Erykah Badu
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I'd like to dedicate this to all the children I have some food in my bag for you Not the edible food, the food you eat, no Perhaps some food for thought Since knowledge is infinite It has infinitely fell on me, so um... It was a stormy night, you know the kind where the lightnin' strike And I was hangin' out with some my Yahtzee friends Ooh wee ooh wee ooh wee The night was long, the night went on, people coolin' out until the Break of dawn Incense was burnin' so I'm feelin' right, aight See I picks my friends like I pick my fruit My Ganny told me that when I was only a youth I don't walk around trying to be what I'm not I don't waste my time trying to get what you got I work at pleasin' me 'Cause I can't please you and that's why I do what I do My soul flies free like a willow tree Doo wee doo wee doo wee And if you don't want to be down with me, then you don't want to pick From my Apple tree x3 And if you don't want to be down, you just don't want to be down I have a hoe And I take it everywhere I go 'Cause I'm plantin' seeds so I reaps what I sow, ya know, ya know On and on, and on and on my (?) keep's movin' like a rollin' stone I can't control the soul flowin' in me Ooh wee ooh wee See I picks my friends like I pick my fruit My Ganny told me that when I was only a youth I don't walk around trying to be what I'm not I don't waste my time trying to get what ya got I work at pleasin' me 'Cause I can't please you and that's why I do what I do My soul flies free like a willow tree Doo wee doo wee doo wee And if you don't want to be down with me, you don't want to pick from my Apple tree x3 And if you don't want to be down with me, you just don't want to be down Oh my my my my, oh my my my my, oh my my my my my my my I picks my friends like I pick my fruit My Ganny told me that when I was only a youth I don't walk around trying to be what I'm not I don't waste my time trying to get what you got I work at pleasin' me 'Cause I can't please you, and that's why I do what I do My soul flies free like a willow tree Doo wee doo wee doo wee And if you don't want to be down with me, you don't want to pick from my Apple tree And if you don't want to be down with me, dumb dumb diddy And if you don't want to be down with me, you don't want to pick from my Apple tree And if you don't want to be down with me, you just don't want to be down You just don't want to be down, You just don't want to be down Fade
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Written by: Erica Wright, Robert Bradford
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Release and Album"Appletree" is a song by American artist Erykah Badu. It was part of her debut album "Baduizm" which was released in 1997.
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Popular CultureThe track, along with other songs from the album, contributed greatly to the popularity of Neo-Soul in the 90's.
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InspirationThe lyrics for "Appletree" convey Erykah Badu's organic wisdom and deep insights, a trait much associated with her personality.
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Chart Performance"Baduizm" reached number two on the Billboard 200 and was certified 3x Platinum by the RIAA for three million copies shipped.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Appletree" showcases mystic surroundings and captures Badu's unique style. It helps bring the meaning of the song to life.
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Critical AcclaimErykah Badu, along with the album "Baduizm" and songs like "Appletree," was highly praised by music critics for her soulful voice and innovative blend of R&B, soul, and jazz.
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Song Influence"Appletree" is often regarded as an influential song defining the neo-soul genre, a style of music that emerged from soul and contemporary R&B.
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Live Performances"Appletree" is a staple in Badu's concerts, showcasing her vocal strength and emotional depth.
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Awards"Baduizm," which includes "Appletree," won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album at the 40th Annual Grammy Awards in 1998.
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CollaborationsThe album "Baduizm," which the track "Appletree" belongs to, features collaborations with renowned producers including Madukwu Chinwah and The Roots.
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