‎MOOD 4 EVA (Extended Version) by Beyoncé, JAY-Z, Childish Gambino (2024)

Miiri man ɲi!
Aa! Dennin! K'an bɛn sɔgɔma!
Miiri man ɲi!
Aa! Dennin! K'an bɛn sɔgɔma! (Aa! Dennin! K'an bɛn sɔgɔma!)
Aa! Dennin! K'an bɛn sɔgɔma!

I know my enemy prey on me, so pray for me
Tick, tick, wait on it

I'm keepin' down my body count
I'm finessin' like a trap bounce, a trap bounce, yeah
'Cause every day above ground is a blessing
I done leveled up now, view panoramic
None of my fears can't go where I'm headed
Had to cut 'em loose, now I'm loose, break the levee, yeah
I'm 'bout to flood on 'em, flood on a sinner
The rain and thunder gon' fall, go Mutumbo, no, no center
You can't dim my light

'Cause when we walk up in the club
I need them sirens goin' off
Then we can look up in the sky
The tears we cry let us know that we alive, yeah, yeah
It give me goosebumps every time
I threw up my diamond
Together we're big timin'
Don't make me have to remind ya

I got my cup up to the heavens
Another night I won't remember
Promise this my mood forever
Promise this my mood forever, ever
Treasures dancin' on the bezel
It's kinda feelin' unforgettable
Promise this my mood forever
Promise this my mood forever
Forever and ever

You heard that?
Forever and ever
That's the sound of the price goin' up

Forever, and ever-ever, and ever-ever (yeah, yeah)
At the Saxon Madiba suite, like Mandela (yeah, yeah)
Bumpin' Fela on the Puma jet, like we from Lagos
Mansa Musa reincarnated, we on our levels (he 'bout business)
That's a billi', a thousand milli'
First one to see a B out these housing buildings
I be feelin' like Prince in '84 (ow)
Mike in '79, Biggie in '97, '94 Nas
Ali bomaye, no kumbaya
Just give me the Sommelier (I got it), I'm on La Tâche
Helmet, on a jetski, you know the vibes
Hit my head, forget I'm me (I love it), oh my God
Without the God in the XY (yeah, yeah)
I'm afraid the whole game would be colonized (yeah, yeah)
The marathon will be televised for N.I.P.
'Cause true kings don't die, we multiply, peace

I'm so unbothered, I'm so unbothered
Y'all be so pressed while I'm raisin' daughters
Sons of empires, y'all make me chuckle
Stay in your struggle, crystal blue water
Piña colada-in', you stay Ramada Inn
My baby father, bloodline Rwanda
Why would you try me? Why would you bother?
I am Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
I am the Nala, sister of Naruba
Oshun, Queen Sheba, I am the mother
Ankh on my gold chain, ice on my whole chain
I be like soul food, I am a whole mood

When we walk up in the club
I need them sirens goin' off
Then we can look up to the sky
The tears we cry let us know that we alive, yeah, yeah
I give 'em goosebumps every time
I throw up my diamond
Together we're big timin'
The children are our reminder

I got my cup up to the heavens
Another night I won't remember
Promise this my mood forever
Promise this my mood forever, ever
Treasures dancin' on the bezel
This kinda feelin' unforgettable
Promise this my mood forever
Promise this my mood forever
Forever and ever

Ever, forever
Forever and ever
Ever and ever and ever
Time to break it down now

All praise to
My enemies still pressed
Get along
'Cause I bet on myself
I'm dancin'
Ancestors in my step
Now I move better, ooh
And I live on and on
I feel a change goin' on
Royalty in my blood, run the kingdom
The more money, more problem season
But don't nothin' get you out your way
Rise up higher
Jump, jump and don't look down
You're so far from the ground
You're way

I got my cup up to the heavens
Another night I won't remember
Promise this my mood forever
Promise this my mood forever, ever
Treasures dancin' on the bezel
This kinda feelin' unforgettable
Promise this my mood forever

Promise this my mood forever
Forever and ever

The opening phrase, “Miiri man ɲi!” is in Bambara, one of the most widely spoken languages in Mali, and it is often associated with the country’s famous hunters known as Donso. This phrase translates to “Here we are!” and is used to evoke the spirit of unity and gathering with the people around you.

In the first verse, Jay-Z talks about how he knows his enemies are trying to bring him down but requests for prayer instead of hatred. He then goes into detailing how he has raised his level in life, and now his fears cannot match where he is headed. He finishes his verse, putting up his light, asserting that nothing can dim his shine.

Beyoncé takes the second verse, where she talks about staying unbothered despite the noise from her detractors. She recalls her roots and mentions her bloodline in Rwanda. She identifies with African deities like Oshun and Queen Sheba, alluding to her ancestry. She then makes a reference to the Lion King, where she voices Nala, celebrating her power and place alongside Simba.

Overall, the song seems to celebrate black excellence, wealth, and the vastness of the African continent, and its instrumentals show off the diversity of African music genres. It also communicates unity and togetherness despite the obstacles, as exemplified in the first line.

Miiri man ɲi!
Hey there, let's get it started!

Aa! Dennin! K'an bɛn sɔgɔma!
Hey! Everything is perfect, let's enjoy it!

I know my enemy prey on me, so pray for me
I'm aware of people wishing me harm, so please keep me in your prayers

Tick, tick, wait on it
Be patient, good things take time

I'm keepin' down my body count
I'm being more selective with my partners

I'm finessin' like a trap bounce, a trap bounce, yeah
I'm moving smoothly and confidently, like a trampoline

'Cause every day above ground is a blessing
Being alive is a gift we should appreciate

I done leveled up now, view panoramic
My success has allowed me to see things from a new, wider perspective

None of my fears can't go where I'm headed
I am not letting my fears prevent me from achieving my goals

Had to cut 'em loose, now I'm loose, break the levee, yeah
I had to let go of my negative influences- now I am unbound and unstoppable

I'm 'bout to flood on 'em, flood on a sinner
I'm about to overwhelm my critics and doubters

The rain and thunder gon' fall, go Mutumbo, no, no center
Adversity will come my way, but I won't let it stop me- like Mutombo, blocking shots in basketball

You can't dim my light
No one can stop my shine

'Cause when we walk up in the club
When we arrive somewhere in style

I need them sirens goin' off
I want people to take notice of us

Then we can look up in the sky
And appreciate everything around us

The tears we cry let us know that we alive, yeah, yeah
The emotions we feel remind us that we are human

It give me goosebumps every time
This feeling is always exhilarating

I threw up my diamond
I am showing off my wealth and success

Together we're big timin'
We are making big moves together

Don't make me have to remind ya
Don't make me repeat myself

I got my cup up to the heavens
I am offering a toast to the higher powers

Another night I won't remember
Partying and having a good time

Promise this my mood forever
I'm determined to stay this happy and fulfilled

Treasures dancin' on the bezel
My jewelry is stunning and valuable

It's kinda feelin' unforgettable
This experience is once-in-a-lifetime

Forever and ever
This moment will stay with me for eternity

You heard that?
Did you hear that?

That's the sound of the price goin' up
I am increasing in value

At the Saxon Madiba suite, like Mandela (yeah, yeah)
My life is luxurious and grand, like Nelson Mandela's suite in the Saxon hotel

Bumpin' Fela on the Puma jet, like we from Lagos
We are playing music by Fela Kuti on a private jet, as if we were from Lagos

Mansa Musa reincarnated, we on our levels (he 'bout business)
We are like the famous African king Mansa Musa, successful and powerful

That's a billi', a thousand milli'
I have accumulated one billion dollars

First one to see a B out these housing buildings
I am the first person from my neighborhood to become a billionaire

I be feelin' like Prince in '84 (ow)
I feel like Prince did at the peak of his career in 1984

Mike in '79, Biggie in '97, '94 Nas
I feel as iconic as Michael Jackson in 1979, Notorious B.I.G. in 1997, and Nas in 1994

Ali bomaye, no kumbaya
Yes, I am triumphant, but this is not the time for peace- it's time to celebrate

Just give me the Sommelier (I got it), I'm on La Tâche
I am enjoying a fancy wine, La Tâche, with the help of a knowledgeable sommelier

Helmet, on a jetski, you know the vibes
I am riding a jetski, enjoying an adventurous and fun experience

Hit my head, forget I'm me (I love it), oh my God
I am so lost in the moment that I forget who I am, and it's a great feeling

Without the God in the XY (yeah, yeah)
Without the divine power and influence in our lives, we are nothing

I'm afraid the whole game would be colonized (yeah, yeah)
I am worried that without black influence, the music industry would be completely whitewashed

The marathon will be televised for N.I.P.
We will honor the late Nipsey Hussle by continuing the race he started and sharing his message with the world

'Cause true kings don't die, we multiply, peace
We may leave this world, but our legacy lives on through the people we've impacted and influenced

I'm so unbothered, I'm so unbothered
I am completely unphased by negativity or criticism

Y'all be so pressed while I'm raisin' daughters
While people are focused on my every move, I am busy raising my children

Sons of empires, y'all make me chuckle
I find it amusing that people underestimate my sons, who come from a powerful and influential family

Stay in your struggle, crystal blue water
Focus on your own challenges, while I enjoy the clear and beautiful ocean water

Piña colada-in', you stay Ramada Inn
I am sipping a piña colada while you remain in a cheap hotel

My baby father, bloodline Rwanda
My child's father has a Rwandan heritage, which is important and meaningful to us

Why would you try me? Why would you bother?
Why would you even attempt to mess with me or my family?

I am Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter
I am a successful artist and a proud wife and mother

I am the Nala, sister of Naruba
I am like the character Nala from The Lion King, and my sister is like Sarabi

Oshun, Queen Sheba, I am the mother
I am like the goddess Oshun, Queen Sheba, and a mother to my children

Ankh on my gold chain, ice on my whole chain
I am wearing a symbol of life on my gold chain, and my chain is fully covered in diamonds

I be like soul food, I am a whole mood
I am like a delicious and satisfying meal for the soul, and I have a powerful impact on people's emotions

The children are our reminder
Our children remind us of the joys and responsibilities of parenthood

This kinda feelin' unforgettable
This feeling is amazing and will never be forgotten

Ever, forever
This moment will last forever

Time to break it down now
It's time to slow down and appreciate the moment

All praise to
Giving thanks to a higher power

My enemies still pressed
Even though I am successful, there are still people who are jealous or critical

Get along
We should all work together and treat each other kindly

'Cause I bet on myself
I am successful because I believed in myself and my abilities

I'm dancin'
I am enjoying myself and celebrating my success

Ancestors in my step
I am honoring my ancestors and their sacrifices by living my best life

Now I move better, ooh
I have come a long way and have improved in many ways

And I live on and on
I will continue to thrive and succeed

I feel a change goin' on
Something new and exciting is happening in my life

Royalty in my blood, run the kingdom
I come from a line of greatness and I am now in charge

The more money, more problem season
The more wealth one accumulates, the more issues they have to deal with

But don't nothin' get you out your way
I won't let any problems or setbacks keep me from my goals

Rise up higher
Keep pushing yourself to improve and reach new heights

Jump, jump and don't look down
Take risks and don't let fear hold you back

You're so far from the ground
You have come so far and achieved so much

You're way
You've got this