Garden (Say It Like Dat)
SZA
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Need you for the old me Need you for my sanity Need you to remind me where I come from Can you remind me of my gravity? Ground me when I'm tumblin', spiralin', plummetin' down to Earth You keep me down to Earth Call me on my bullshit Lie to me and say my booty gettin' bigger even if it ain't Love me even if it rain Love me even if it pain you I know I be difficult You know I be difficult You know it get difficult to Open your heart up Hoping they'll never find out that you're anyone else 'Cause I love you just how you are Hope you never find out who I really am 'Cause you'll never love me You'll never love me, you'll never love me But I believe you when you say it like that Only you need me when you say it like that Oh I believe you when you say it like that You must really love me For real, I'm not playing no games Pulling back and forth I need your support now (now, now, now, now, now) In case you call my phone I don't care Got no panties on I need your support now (now, now, now, now, now) I know you'd rather be layin' up with a big booty Body hella positive 'cause she got a big booty (wow) I know I'd rather be paid up You know I'm sensitive about havin' no booty, havin' no body, only you buddy Can you hold me when nobody's around us Open your heart up Hoping they'll never find out that you're anyone else 'Cause I love you just how you are Hope you never find out who I really am 'Cause you'll never love me, You'll never love me, you'll never love me But I believe you when you say it like that Only you need me when you say it like that Oh I believe you when you say it like that You must really love me "You don't got shit to say to me I ain't got shit to say to you" - "haha and that's the truth" "And step on Also you black heffa, you stand your ground 'Cause I feel the same way If you don't like me, you don't have to fool with me You don't have to talk about me or treat me mean I don't have to treat you mean I just stay out of your way That's the way you work that one"
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Written by: Craig Inocencio Balmoris, Daniel Tannenbaum, S. Gherman, Solana I. Rowe, T. Melenbacher
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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15 facts about this song
Album Classification"Garden (Say It Like Dat)" is from SZA’s debut studio album, "Ctrl," which was released on June 9, 2017.
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Chart PerformanceThe song, "Garden (Say It Like Dat)" reached number 18 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart.
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Song InspirationIn the song, SZA explores self-love, insecurity, and the need of validation from others, which were all derived from her personal experiences.
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Celebrity Appearance in MVChildish Gambino a.k.a Donald Glover made an appearance in the music video for "Garden (Say It Like Dat)".
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Song's Video DirectorThe accompanying music video for the song was directed by Karena Evans, who is known for directing Drake’s music videos for "God's Plan," "Nice For What," and "In My Feelings".
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Backing Vocals FeatureThe song includes backing vocals from her mother, Audrey Rowe.
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Collaborative ProductionThe song was produced by a team of acclaimed producers including Zeke Mishanec, Carter Lang, and THANKGOD4CODY.
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Album RecognitionThe album "Ctrl" which "Garden (Say It Like Dat)" is part of, was nominated at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards for Best Urban Contemporary Album.
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Song RecognitionDespite not being released as a single, "Garden (Say It Like Dat)" has received recognition and praise from music critics for SZA's truthful perspectives on self-love and relationships.
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Music Industry Impact"Garden (Say It Like Dat)" contributed to SZA's recognition as a fresh, introspective voice in the industry pushing the boundaries of R&B and neo soul.
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Emotional AppealSZA has expressed in interviews how personal the song is to her, reflecting her struggle with acceptance and validation both in relationships and the music industry.
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SZA's DiscographyPrior to the release of "Ctrl", SZA had released several EPs but "Garden (Say it Like Dat)" contributed significantly to her breakthrough into mainstream music.
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Surreal ImageryThe "Garden (Say it Like Dat)" music video is known for its rich, surreal imagery, featuring SZA in a tropical paradise with themes of self-examination intertwined.
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Song's Genre"Garden (Say It Like Dat)" is generally classified under the genres of R&B and neo soul.
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Song's LengthThe total duration of "Garden (Say it Like Dat)" is 3 minutes and 28 seconds.
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