Lotus Flower Bomb
Wale, Miguel
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I’mma rap to you real quick. I wanna enjoy the luxury of like, not knowing each other for real. Hol’ up Lotus flower bomb, firefly When I’m low, she take me high I can teach you all the sounds of love Flower bomb, let me guess your favorite fragrance And you got that bomb, huh, I’m tryna detonate you No disrespecting baby, just tryna make you smile Try to keep my spirits up, that’s why I lays it down Try to keep your spirits up, lil vodka whatever Took you forever to get dressed, I acknowledge your effort So I clap for her, she deserves an applause Shawty working so hard, she deserve that Vuitton Shawty where your baton, racing through my mind like She heard that I got that work, I heard that she been on strike Care to tell, I read your mind, she been on them dollars first Caramel macchiatos when shawty get into work I can be your boyfriend be your nigga or a friend with perks I’m just tryna work that huh, they just tryna work your nerves I’m just tryna read your mind, I’m just tryna feed you mine I’m just tryna give you light, they just tryna leave you blind We’re living in a fantasy I feel it when you dance with me It’s feeling like you need to be My lady, my baby, yeah Can’t you see I’m talking about eternity Tell me would you care to be My lady, my baby Flower bomb, can I blow up on your mind This is not no Sandra Bull, but you’re Potion #9 Navigating through her eyes, destination to her thighs And I hate to tell you too much, cuz I stay with too much pride And we way too young to know love, maybe not but we don’t need no rush Don’t believe in love at first sight, but I believe in love at first huh Can I be with you just one night? I could wear you out inside I could tell you like persistence, but I make you cum in tri’s I just think we need one night, can’t decide if I came right Easy baby my thing tight, but that lotus flower just ain’t right I ain’t thinking I ain’t right, can’t decide but I can’t fight Easy baby you the bomb and all, but I be damned if I do not land mine Or at least try, can I speak up? was it peace out? can we eat lunch? Can we take shots with your flavor, flat drinks we call A cups I just think I need one night, slightly more if it’s done right With that gorgeous face, I don’t know your name, it ain’t important babe cuz I’mma call you Mine We’re living in a fantasy I feel it when you dance with me It’s feeling like you need to be My lady, my baby, yeah Can’t you see I’m talking about eternity Tell me would you care to be My lady, my baby Cuz I don’t know you, you don’t know me The clock keeps tickin’ baby, what’s it gonna be I don’t know you, you don’t know me Let me teach you all the sounds of love Ah, ay, eeh, ahh ohh ooo Baby this was for you, lotus
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Written by: OLUBOWALE VICTOR AKINTIMEHIN, TREY WALKER JOHNSON, MIGUEL JONTEL PIMENTEL, SAMUEL DEW, JERRIN HOWARD, JEFFREY JR. JOHNSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ADMINISTRATION MP INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Lotus Flower Bomb" by Wale was released on October 11, 2011, as the lead single from his second studio album, "Ambition".
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Collaboration DetailsThe track features singer Miguel, adding a soulful angle with his vocals, who also co-produced the song with Jerrin Howard.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 38 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Wale's highest-charting songs.
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Lyrics InterpretationThe lyrics of the song talk about a developing romantic relationship, with the term 'Lotus Flower Bomb' metaphorically representing a woman's love exploding and blossoming like a lotus flower.
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Awards Recognition"Lotus Flower Bomb" earned Wale a nomination for Best Rap Song at the 55th Grammy Awards. Though he didn't win, this nomination helped solidify his reputation as a noteworthy rapper in the industry.
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Song’s InspirationIt has been suggested that part of the song's inspiration came from the Tom Ford perfume named 'Black Orchid', as it's mentioned in the song lyrics.
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Sonic AspectLotus Flower Bomb is a mix of RnB and Hip-Hop, combining Miguel's soulful crooning with Wale's lyrical verses, creating a refreshing and melodic sound.
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CertificationThe song was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), indicating more than one million units sold in the United States.
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Music VideoThe music video stars model and actress Bre Scullark and features a love interest storyline where Wale plays a delivery man who catches her eye.
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Critical ReceptionUpon its release, Lotus Flower Bomb received positive reviews from critics praising Wale's lyrical ability and Miguel's smooth vocals. The beat was also praised for its catchiness and soulful sound.
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