Janelle Monáe - Turntables [Emotion Picture]

Janelle Monáe - Turntables [Emotion Picture]
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Janelle Monáe - Turntables from the Amazon Original Movie All In: The Fight for Democracy
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Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
I been flippin’ through my timeline
Tryna’ get my mind right
My city cryin’ out
I got to cool down
But I’m under pressure
Cookin with my crisco
Look at where my fists go
A renegade when I’m in a rage
I got to cool down
But I’m under pressure
[Pre-Chorus]
I keep my hands dirty
My mind clean
Got a new agenda
With a new dream
I’m kickin out the old regime
Liberation, Elevation, Education
America
You a lie
But the whole word bout to testify
I said the whole word bout to touch the fire
And the tables bout to
T-T-T-Tables bout to
[Chorus]
Turn!
Turn!
Turn!
Ain’t no stoppin til it -
Turn!
Turn!
Turn!
Know it’s time for it to -
Turn!
Turn!
Turn!
We can’t wait for it to
Turn
Turn
Yeah the table bout to turn
[Verse 2]
It’s a boomerang boomin back
You laid an egg now it’s bout to hatch
Your gas lightin bout to meet your match
You f*ck up the kitchen
Then you should do the dishes
Burnin down plantations
This ain’t​​ parkin I don’t need no validation
I light sage when I’m in a rage
I don’t need permission
I got my intuition
[Pre-chorus]
Hands dirty
Mind clean
A different vision
With a new dream
We kickin out the old regime
Liberation, Elevation, Education
I said America
Yous a lie
But the whole word bout to testify
I said the whole word bout to testify
We gon watch the table
Now we gon watch the table
[Chorus]
Turn!
Turn!
Turn!
That’s right
Turn!
Turn!
Turn!
We got to -
Turn!
Turn!
Turn!
Waited too long you gotta -
Turn!
Just Turn!
Just Turn!
We see it all now!
Turn!
Said the tables bout to turn!
Turn!
(outro)
Tables Turn!
Tables Turn!
Tables Turn!
Tables Turn!
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[@alyssajones4394]

“You fck up the kitchen, then YOU do the dishes”. Sis never fails to tell it like it is. One of the most underrated artist to this day.

[@AnastasiaOsho]

To this day!!!!

[@Rubin4749]

Better than Niki Minaj, Megan Stallion, Cardi B, and other endless examples teaching women how to be sexualized LOSERS.

[@shockofthenew]

@@Rubin4749 you haven't understood her message if this is what you took away.

[@Rubin4749]

@@shockofthenew I guess I'll have to study K-pop more to get your "deep" level of understanding. Give me time.

[@shockofthenew]

@@Rubin4749 Right, right, if a person likes a wide range of music from different countries and genres their opinion automatically becomes invalid. I see. Thanks for checking out my channel I guess ✌️

[@ReadLoveListen]

Liberation, Elevation, Education!

[@EzekielMitchell98]

Well this is America where a black man got kneeled on and white men with ars in the state Capitol

[@wito6998]

Laz3 Crime statistics don’t bear that out man!🤔. ACAB/FTP is a lie.

[@DaturaReapicusJones]

Rise, Rally and Retribution!

[@EzekielMitchell98]

@@wito6998 dude name how many people the fbi saved by catching terriost and how many people did the cops save from that 2001 firefighter were the ones who saved the lives in the twin towers

[@madenabennett]

@@EzekielMitchell98 please clarify

[@jaylaanderson9702]

"You gaslighting, 'bout to meet your match!" Phew, then the Black/White doll experiment flip? Genius. Love you, hope you're safe and doing great!!❤❤🥰

[@ShanuWral]

Yes. Indeed.

[@joanypants]

IKR that was powerful. Also the young girls remind me a bit of the girls in Black is King that Beyonce released a little while ago. I feel like they really have a back and forth going from Lemonade to Dirty Computer to Black is King and now this.

[@heyitsxotina]

Yes!!!!

[@ibqtubu]

Yessss!!whewwwww...hit my soul

[@tedmills]

Of all the chills I got watching this, that was the chilliest.

[@tracyrobinson6717]

I am a 55 year old Black woman that live in a Republican state. I am drained from all the fighting over the years. I have witnessed alot and have seen little change. Thank God Janelle Monae,you have given me a new found energy.💖🤗

[@Ellie-sx2rh]

Much love, light, endurance, justice, and peace. You are in my prayers you beautiful warrior. You are not alone! TYVM for sharing!

[@MeanerKitty]

I'm 14

[@timothynadged1798]

@@Ellie-sx2rh ññiii

[@PHlXIUS]

Yes.

[@antoineklum9079]

Klein Tom respektiert dich

[@npalmer4878]

"America YOU a LIE, but the WHOLE WORLD bout to TESTIFY"...HALLELUJAH!!!

[@jaydee11.11]

The whole world in general

[@CenterThePendulum]

America made her rich. Prime example of COVID-era thinking that isn’t enduring.

[@andrezvlmtz]

Wow. This is so detailed. I GASPED when she had the US. Postal Service Mailboxes stacked up behind her, what a message.

[@andrezvlmtz]

@ hadnt even heard of it

@@andrezvlmtz well yea thats why she did that. But think about this. There is close to 300 million people in America. On average the USPS does 800 million pieces a mail a month. So if every American voted (including pre schoolers and people in prisons) that wouldn't even put a dent into thr normal volume. Its such a stupid rumor

[@andrezvlmtz]

@ she really didnt do it because of that, your thought process about this was too shallow, plus no need to comment it if its such a stupid rumor youre only spreading it around more.

[@ASpookyGhost.]

@ I thought it was in reference to mailboxes being removed by the new postmaster general and calls by Trump to defund the USPS...?

[@ASpookyGhost.]

​@ She isn't spreading a rumour. She is calling out the new postmaster general and Trump for attempting to suppress mail-in voters by making USPS less accessible/capable to operate. Trump is the one that stated there would be fraud with mail-in ballots, attempting to create distrust with the mail-in ballot process. USPS is not a typical business-- it is a public service with gov't agency. Which is why he's able to threaten to defund it and appoint minions to take control.

[@wilomica]

Janelle needs just over 3 minutes to say more than most can in 15.

[@dillydun-dunna9607]

That moment when Janelle dragged the Warrior Queen out if the water. Oh my oh my oh my. I clenched my chest. Love from England

[@consuelajoiner7043]

I did too. Powerful.

[@thefword1280]

Do any of you know who the statue is representing? I'd like to

[@andreadaniel8792]

Same. That was fierce.

[@irisagrimes8073]

I interpreted it as the reemergance of the knowledge/treasure that was intentionally buried during the Middle Passage. Regardless of how often the system tried to deny its existence we have always known we are more. Now its time to demand access/reclaim/reconnect with our history, divinity, culture, not just for us, but for the world. Balance needs to be restored. As a practioner of an ATR (Lucumi) I also see this as referencing Olokun. Could be wrong but just my two cents.

[@djembethompson1899]

A very powerful scene....🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤😎

[@hnrique]

THIS should be playing EVERYWHERE

[@a.m.a9332]

I know right

[@dougbell9923]

I'm in my fifties, pretty jaded, pretty tired and burned out by bullshit and bills. But sweet heavenly sunrise did this song ever grab me and hold me! It's been a long, long, long time since I heard anything so strong but damn so fun. And then, as if it wasn't enough, I paid attention and realized how perfectly important and necessary this song is RIGHT NOW. That has never happened in my life. Thank you. You made me feel younger.

[@alisonaffliction]

I couldn't have said it better

[@crimsonstar108]

Janelle can bring people to life like no other. Her music is complex, her visuals choices are sophisticated and unequivocal about her politics, and her song writing totally slaps. She's the freedom fighter we need, and I'm personally convinced that her friendship with Solange Knowles helped influence both Solange and Beyonce Knowles to include more conscious lyrics and imagery in their art as well!

[@71chava]

Let's how protest music makes a comeback. It is sorely needed by the people, but also needed by the music industry in general.

[@briannalue7438]

You comment made me cry. I loose hope so easily at times. Ty for your comment.

[@heidisanderson7768]

Your not old, your system is....90 is old will you please try your best to get there...stay alive and keep fighting...your worth more than you realize!

[@CarlaSophieMar]

"An artist’s duty, as far as I’m concerned, is to reflect the times. I think that is true of painters, sculptors, poets, musicians. As far as I’m concerned, it’s their choice, but I choose to reflect the times and situations in which I find myself. That, to me, is my duty. And at this crucial time in our lives, when everything is so desperate, when everyday is a matter of survival, I don’t think you can help but be involved. Young people, black and white, know this. That’s why they’re so involved in politics. We will shape and mold this country or it will not be molded and shaped at all anymore. So I don’t think you have a choice. How can you be an artist and not reflect the times? That to me is the definition of an artist." ~ Nina Simone

[@primroseburrows]

Nina would be so proud that her work is being carried on.

[@CarlaSophieMar]

@@primroseburrows exactly! Nina, Prince, and many more! 🖤

[@tldavidson]

So inspiring. Thanks for sharing this. On a side note, have you seen the documentary on Netflix titled "What happened, Miss Simone?" Poignant story of her life. Didn't realize she had been such an activist in her time and suffered from mental disease, too. Nevertheless, she was an extraordinary individual. #RIP

[@CarlaSophieMar]

@@tldavidson she definitely tied her work to her activism. It was her way of expressing herself. She embraced activism as the art of living. I am always inspired by her work. And she was an absolute musical genius! I haven't watched the documentary yet, only the trailer. I've mostly read about her life, and listen to her music. I'll take your comment as a timely reminder to go watch it 😉 I've been wanting to do it for some time now.

[@ibnorator8149]

Greetings Beautiful souls! (forgive me abit i know I am not exactly what you may have come here for ..) but my name is Ibn Orator...I am an Avant-Garde, introspective & Political Hip Hop Artist from New Haven CT. I've recently released a project titled "The Fishbowl Syndrome" that is centered around the topic of our mental health and how art is sometimes viewed here in America;to which my first debut music video "The Horse on a Trampoline" works showcase on the spectrum of my own experiences with it, that i feel fans alike of FKA twigs, Janelle Monae , EarthGang, Flying lotus, Childish Gambino or those of Bjork, Kanye West, Lady Gaga , Lupe Fiasco, & Vince staples may resonate with...id like to share this with you by giving a warm welcome to my Channel to not only, like and subscribe but to comment with genuine feedback. (Please leave a comment there underneath the video and not here) as i would like for my listeners to feel welcomed to give more in thought than in clout and start a conversation which is what my subject matter is based on ..."Commentary on our shared world".In hopes that this may be fruitful to you i look forward to your response The Horse on a Trampoline Official Music Video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaDPZHepjM2tpqM All the best Ibn Orator P.S. these times being hard is an understatement for alot of us ..so id like to say that i love you all, if you haven't heard it from anyone and that things are about to change as they always do, for better or worse….#stayup!

[@plleechris8874]

This song is so empowering

[@ambriaashley3383]

Yes!! The table’s bout to turn 👏🏿 📚 🗳

[@sandrssimon9188]

@@ambriaashley3383 _Truly!_ The "tables" have been 'turning' in the wrong direction(s) for too long...Way-y, overdue, for 'Our' 'turn(s)' to come

[@wito6998]

Ambria Ashley YES ... the drug gang economy creating stoned helpless will go down.👍🏽🙏🕊👏🏽

[@sunnirae81]

Tears!

[@idilyelce54]

She is the definition of QUEEN

[@nomannamavata796]

as a young black woman, u inspire me to use my voice to make an impact, I aspire to radiate energy on ur level

[@Suri-o7w]

Don't really know just why Janelle Monae doesn't get the recognition she so honestly deserves! She been around in the industry well over 10+years or more why is it that this type of talent goes unnoticed? she should have countless awards, sold out tours and concerts mutli platinum recorded albums she is just as big as Taylor Swift, Beyonce , Adele, Cardi, Megan, and all the other BIG named artist out there!!! Give this woman her FLOWERS long, long, long overdue!

[@elisepentz1063]

I have a feeling that major record labels have tried to get her but she said no so she could be in control creatively

[@magicsparkles4723]

It’s because she’s not a Zionist.

[@Nathandevonte]

Love her - she’s so authentic, creative and current, yet futuristic at the same damn time.

[@DOTHERIGHTTHING1989]

She sounds totally like Anderson Paak on this. What's authentic?

[@Nathandevonte]

DOTHERIGHTTHING1989 Do not confuse authenticity for originality! If that’s what she chooses or like anyone else, that is her choice and that is okay.

[@DOTHERIGHTTHING1989]

@@Nathandevonte Buddy, you confuse authenticity. Fake face, hair, rapping style etc. is not authenticity.

[@joeri7130]

@@DOTHERIGHTTHING1989 And this is biting Jidenna's whole style too

[@DOTHERIGHTTHING1989]

@@joeri7130 Well. again, it's not her style clearly. You know there's a Masta Ace song from 1990 called "Me and the Biz", which was supposed to be recorded with Biz Markie. For some reason it didn't happen, so Ace rapped his part, and Biz's part parodying his voice. It came out great and funny. This song by Monae I just can't take seriously. As for me, she's slipping since yoga and this song about pussy.

[@Teamcurtains]

“I like sage when I’m in a rage” 💚🙌🏾

[@wito6998]

Rage for what? Berny’s socialism?

[@RockChick63174]

@@wito6998 GTFOH

[@Tatiana-qp1gc]

Blessings and cleansing to all.

[@mmortal03]

“I can't be a pessimist because I am alive. To be a pessimist means that you have agreed that human life is an academic matter. So, I am forced to be an optimist. I am forced to believe that we can survive, whatever we must survive.” - James Baldwin

[@kristinbytes9615]

He continues: "The future of the negro in this country is precisely as bright or as dark as the future of the country," ."It is entirely up to the American people and our representatives - it is entirely up to the American people whether or not they are going to face and deal with and embrace this stranger whom they relied on so long." kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zn3Qo6SqeZZ4bcU

[@feulholeclos9807]

James Baldwin ❤

[@ambriaashley3383]

Yesss! ✊🏿 James Baldwin was, and still is, one of our most relevant thinkers.

[@weatheranddarkness]

King James

[@twebster179]

I have been trying to identify that quote.Thank you,and please stay safe out there!

[@amywheeler9093]

"America, you a lie. But the whole world bout to testify." Yes, yes. THIS IS THE SONG OF 2020. Thank you for bringing it to us.

[@klstadt]

Monae is a national treasure and this is another, masterpiece.

[@loganstacer]

Updating my fine arts curriculum so I can show this to my students tomorrow

[@saranewmancarroll386]

I'll be showing it in my health equity class, too!

[@kaylakay08]

Love it!

[@alzahir]

I'm sure it was one of those memorable classes that some of them will think back on for the rest of their lives. Respect.

[@missdaliesh]

I'm doing the same thing for my 1101 and 1102 courses. We already dissect "Dirty Computer" using literary analysis tools in 1102, but I have to integrate this in 1101. With everything going on now...oh yeah.

[@azulk955]

Great teacher ❤️✊

[@g.gonzalez6138]

I've been feeling so hopeless about everything going on in the world. As a female, as a minority, and as a heartbroken person watching the horrors happening around me. Hopeless is how I've been feeling. Then I see this song and it gives me hope. It sets the tone for what may be a brighter future in the midst of all the chaos. I've been listening to your music for a long time and I love everything you are and what you stand for. Thanks for giving us all some hope. Much love from Atlanta ❤️

[@MaryShelleysNib]

Dear GG, as long as humanity exists there will always be horrors in the world, but there will only ever be one you! Please don't be too hopeless and heartbroken. Life will always fluctuate and change is inevitable else everything stays the same. We will come out of this, hopefully to a better future, but for sure we can't go backwards which is a blessing. Now, more than ever, we have the ability to shape the future of the world together. We don't know what's coming but thankfully we are blessed with incredibly talented, intelligent artists and humans like Janelle to inspire us and light the way forwards. Huge HOPEless hug from UK x

[@keylon0088]

GG Stay strong, we've gotten this far. They're still fighting with us and for us in spirit 💔 we have to keep going our children and future loved ones are counting on us. God be with us all. 🙏🏿🙏🏾🙏🏽🙏🏼🙏🏻🙏

[@kagitsune]

Got the ad for Antebellum! We stan an artistic goddexx!!

[@alex_montoya]

You tell them, Queen!

[@TheRealNayGuttah]

She’s a true Queen, musically and spiritually inclined. Beautiful soul ❤

[@Tatiana-qp1gc]

A piece of art to inspire us all!!!

[@KRYSTAL.INESSA]

Fluid. Imagine all that we don't see because it's under water. Hidden gems. Remember feeling like you were drowning?! Speak life.

[@puseletsotsilo]

Coming from South Africa this queen always gave me hope that I can be someone who stand for something, through my whole fight trying to get education I have listened to her through times I wanted to give up due to financial problems I had, Queen you taught to stand in power ✊✊✊ years later you still doing it and I am still here

[@devidia]

Funky pop that is fresh and not generic, with a message and the right spirit. This is real music

[@electronbluepearl8591]

Im a 57 year old straight white woman...probably not the intended audience, but IMO Janelle Monae is one the greatest entertainers of all time.

[@Setsunako6587]

Yes, you are. Share this with you children (and your community). Raise them up 🙌🏾

[@spencerphilippinedream3706]

@@trashgremlin4002 you are a sad woman. go back to your cats.

[@tbronk7996]

Hope you didn't vote for Trump because she will call you a racist

[@mirandakanter5448]

Rightfully so.

[@spencerphilippinedream3706]

@@tbronk7996 i call trump supporters racists too. this was back when i thought trump only appealed to racists. but now i realize he appeals to conspiracy theorists and doomsdayers. i still call them racist out of habit, i suppose ignorant would be more appropriate.

[@Dimdaku]

No song has given me goosebumps like this in a long time

[@evavillalobos8616]

SAME

[@markkikata7324]

The symbol of Yemaya at the end 🥺 so powerful

[@wito6998]

I prefer the real Yemaya sound any day: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKi1YolrrMR-eJo ❤️👍🏽🙏🏽❗️👏🏿

[@dollymack5028]

If someone dislikes this song, they probably dislike themselves and refuse to understand why we as a people have had it with being marginalized and put on the back burner. I am so proud of the young people that are in the fight. We must never give up. Too many have given their lives and enough is enough. It is time for the Tables to Turn!!! Go head on girlfriend. I love it!!!

[@Naarii14]

... It's just not my style of music?

[@mms6668]

@@Naarii14 if its not your style of music then you just dislike yourself and refuse to understand.

[@Naarii14]

@@mms6668 I liked her old stuff, so much more than this. Songs like Sincerely Jane, Violet Stars Happy Hunting, and Many Moons, those were my jam as a kid. But this, thus ain't doing it for me. I agree with the message sure but not the music, and that's just personal opinion.

[@mms6668]

@@Naarii14 yeah it wasnt purposely for you to take it that seriously

[@CenterThePendulum]

@@mms6668 lol, I got that from your first reply

[@nunyabizness1253]

Now this is the Janelle I know and love. You're a Queen. Always remember this.

[@kristensartor3869]

Who else is listening RIGHT NOW. GA WEVE DONE IT

[@bokchoy_baobei]

There are so many details in every single scene and so many references defining of our current moment. People will look at this video as a reference for history when we look back at 2020. Thank you for blessing us with your genius again!

[@chiaracesaretti6087]

love your comment💗

[@jonathanbower863]

Bristol COlston statue being pulled down 1:04

[@Iloveflower2024]

2020 has been tough. Change is tough, but we are making some good progress. Be kind to each other everyone! 💞

[@muzankibutsuji220]

YOU MEAN THE TABLES BOUT TO TURN!!!!!!!!!

[@seriffthehufflepuff2462]

hillary tarus TRUE

[@vollmond9342]

No expectations are high enough when it comes to Janelle. Love from Argentina, let's flip those tables!

[@itsgoingtobeok-justbreathe4808]

Janelle Monae is one of the most brilliant artists of our times. Thank God for her.

[@jamiehaydon4642]

As a Bristolian, I’m so proud of my city to see that clip of the colston statue being tore down in this video.

That scene of the little black girl choosing the black doll over the white one. If you know you know #message

[@melanatedempath3476]

I loved that!

[@djembethompson1899]

A beautiful sight!!!🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤🖤😎Love the Skin you are in!😎🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@sonnywilliams9610]

Gotta be honest, I don't know. It was, to me, off-putting and seemed a little spiteful. I would love to hear if there's some deeper meaning to it though.

[@gigipeedee]

if a white girl chose a white doll it'd be racism

[@djembethompson1899]

@@gigipeedee The reason why that is significant, Paddy. There was a study done in the past before you were born that showed black children choosing white dolls over black dolls, as if white skin was better than their own. If you had grown up in when television only showed caucasian people on television back in the 50's and 60's maybe you would understand!!! Do your research!🤔

[@rossjennings4755]

MAN, this is a hard-hitting song. But then, when has her music ever not been?

[@kagitsune]

There is so much to unpack here. I can't wait to watch it over and over, on slow. I recognize so many powerful babes from yesterday and today. 💜❤️

[@senzomajola6805]

I am hoping and praying this Queen will come back, turntables again

[@GalacticXpress999]

Why everything she does feels and sounds huge? She really is doing everything right and recognition may not come soon but it feels like she is writing history.

[@jeanettegeraci1515]

First off, this song is my go-to anthem any time I'm feeling enraged and/or depressed around the fact that America is (literally and figuratively) on fire... But also... Can we please take a moment to celebrate Janelle Monae's range and versatility as an artist? The fact that she can go from "Tightrope" to "Yoga" to THIS is nothing short of AMAZING!

[@jakobervorhood]

My thoughts exactly. The first Janelle musicvideo I saw was Many Moons ... I appreciate the journey she took me on so much.

[@greenmika2889]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@tkastanias]

The Way You Make Me Feel is another one I LOVE of hers!

[@numb3r0101]

Yes indeed Janells versatility is amazing ❤️❤️

[@karasays01]

Best visuals, period!

[@marcosgibson9371]

"You f'd up the kitchen, now you should do the dishes"... Deep.

[@evelync.1757]

It blows my mind and I am 64 yrs.Old., I shared it with I every young person I know.

[@AdamTheAlien]

Playing this a LOT today, both to maintain hope and to remember that the fight for a better world continues no matter what happens today. Even if things go spectacularly well under the circumstances, there's still work to be done and tables to be turned.

[@racheldrummond752]

Artistic medicine for these times. We're ready!

[@veggielove6762]

Awesome now vote for reparations ados101.com

[@barbwirerope]

Janelle never disappoints. She’s an unstoppable powerhouse. Powerful!

[@KentHenry8]

Further confirmation that Janelle Monae is a genius artist

[@unluckycreator-yd5mt]

THIS IS MY FAVOURITE MEDIA STUDIES TEXT! THANK GOD FOR SCHOOLS FOR SHOWING ME THIS WONDER.

[@d-jemme]

The way she delivers that line "you fuck up the kitchen, now you should do the dishes" is EVERYTHING. this is 😍😍😍

[@fa2lemuelm2]

Makes me wonder if there were severely underrated artists like Janelle that will only get their recognition after their time :/

[@itsmeTully]

Good to know i wasnt the only one who thought this way,have a great day

[@loosecannonsatl7287]

How can you not love this Queen 🖤🙌🏾🔥

[@kumarivisionz5018]

I literally cried tears on multiple levels watching this!! Love love and moor love to all my brothers and sistas!! This one mos definitely for the culture!

[@pineappledanceschool6841]

Janelle: you are a goddess! I've been listening to this song for days, but just watched this. So powerful, so emotional, and so raw with the pain of generations. And yet, so hopeful!!!! Thank you for your incredible talent, brilliance, and huge heart - sincerely!!!! You inspire us. Thank you. So much!!!!!!!

[@Mr666Evilone]

I am from Finland and I have no idea what stress you all going through now. All of you Americans . And still, music is where you can escape in or just say your mind.

[@kayrattler7179]

Janelle is such a profoundly thoughtful human being. So artistic and thoughtful in every way. I will forever be a fan of hers. We must protect this queen at all cost. She is the epitome of a strong, educated black woman. "America, You a lie. But the whole world bout to testify." "Liberation, Education, Elevation."

[@nyeletimushwana2963]

These visuals are beautiful✨

[@Sirkassidysworld]

I love Janelle Monae since myspace metropolis days.....I think she was an independent artist then...life was cool in that era

[@passiton4life]

Good Morning, Wow our sister is Deep! You must watch the video several times to get everything she is preaching about, All I can say is God is definitely working through her, Stay Strong My Sister, Keep On Letting God Use You Sweetheart, I Love It, I Saw It Advertised On KZbin, Love It...!!!! Well, I was 63 when I wrote this and I still stand on what I said then...❤

[@annablyst6754]

The perfect song for the tables that turned today. YEAH.

[@neonblue62]

Janelle Monáe: "America. You a lie!" Me: 😱👌👏

[@acegibson9533]

@Nicholle Christine Edwards then leave.

[@acegibson9533]

If you don't like America, then leave. Millions of people from around the world want to come to America. We won't miss you.

[@neonblue62]

@@acegibson9533 This is the problem, when certain people take everything literally

[@mellandy87]

@@acegibson9533 You'll be leaving earth soon I hope... lol

[@CJCruiser]

Who are these people watching Janelle Monae videos and then telling people to get out of the country in the comments? It's a democracy dummies, we're supposed to change things we don't like.

[@DreamJ3]

Did she just pull Yemaya out of the ocean?!? ugh I love her soooo much

[@moss320m]

Maferefun Yemeya, yes that scene gave me goosebumps

[@chor2336]

Not sure if its Yemaya. It could be a symbol to represent her pulling the blacks who died of drowning after they jumped from slave ships. Could be both too. Its art after all.

[@daniellescott477]

There is a story of an African princess who, upon landing here, turned around and walked back in the ocean. All the people on the ship (that were slaves) followed her into the ocean. They chose too do so than be slaves. So feeling this song and video. Mafeferun Yemeya and Olokun!!!💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@AtlantidaNNN]

@@moss320m Isida?

[@moss320m]

@@AtlantidaNNN ..not sure what you are asking.

[@TigerPrawn_]

This is the sister to Childish Gambino's This Is America ♥

[@tenshiakkarai172]

Using this song as a study with my students in France, love you Janelle

[@MundaSquire]

Love the optimism, needed in troubled times. Keep the faith.

[@lmsalim]

Y'all watch her Instagram live interview with Brittany Packnett Cunningham yesterday. It's so powerful. We need to protect black women, who we've been relying on to save us. We must become their accomplices - dismantling racist, sexist, transphobic, & xenophobic culture & policies - and give them space and time to rest every once in a damn while. Thank you Janelle for being a the beautiful vulnerable powerful voice we need in the arts today. ❤️

[@jodiefoster6900]

Protect? Or empower? Janelle doesn’t need protecting

[@geminigrrl66]

@@jodiefoster6900 wrong. Black WOMEN not only NEED protection, we DESERVE it. That whole "strong Black woman" stereotype is one of the reasons why we have the highest rates of maternal mortality and intra-community violence #RIPToysin. So YES, protect Janelle and ALL BLACK WOMEN AND GIRLS!!!

[@witchsistah]

@@jodiefoster6900 Yes, PROTECT! WE ARE NOT YOUR MULES!

[@AshleyRoth]

So happy to announce that on the most important radio station in Belgium Turntables of Janelle Monáe is one of the most meaningful and challenging songs appreciated by the listeners. The commentator put also a great comment about Janelle her merits and talent. Thank you sweet and great Janelle for what you are giving us!

[@dashaunaquino5126]

YASSSSS QUEEENNN

[@dashaunaquino5126]

Oh my lord. OMGGGGGG I GOT HEARTED 😭😭😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️

[@twebster179]

YES!!!!! I'm so happy Janelle is joining people in chat today!!

[@ritatatam3068]

I was crossing fingers and toes, then it’s over. Bravo all of you ! And kisses from Europe...

[@Kentrc11]

The song is definitely built for multiple vibes. You can play on a car ride, hanging out with drink on standby, protests, taking a break, doing errands, finishing assignments, or just in a dance mood.

[@AnastasiaOsho]

“America...yousa lie”....my fav lyric in the whole song...

[@hollywoodmula5903]

She always has that great outkast /James Brown type sound. I love it

[@theemersonian7932]

Prophetic. Tell the truth, 2024.

[@TorchicLovesYou]

THE TABLES HAVE TURNED

[@EczemaQueen]

This makes me hopefully, and that's the best thing

[@ShanuWral]

Good!

[@TS-uv2pw]

I can’t believe the amount of love I have for Janelle

[@vendingmachine4tears668]

Janelle Monáe’s music is incredibly inspiring and powerful, I don’t even have the words to express it

[@jananattia8581]

I'm going to be watching this over and over tomorrow, election day. Janelle always keeps it real and beautiful. Let's keep it just like that, rage and joy until victory!

[@malo5788]

The blue wave came. The tables turned. You did it, brothers and sisters - our Power Anthem 💙 What a feeling to listen to this now.

[@RedboneUnincorporated]

YES!

[@sjs9698]

the fight is neverending. it's a simple & endless, timeless battle. those that have everything & the rest of us. until we make a properly organised world this fight continues - they will *never* relent, they will *never* compromise, they will *never* give in. two options: we win, or they do. of course they have been winning for centuries...

[@FireballFarts]

Enjoy endless wars.

[@sjs9698]

@@FireballFarts as if the republicans have a better history of not starting wars. remind me: when was the USA last *not* conducting a war? i really can't remember.

[@RedboneUnincorporated]

@@FireballFarts idiot, we've been involved in our longest war for over twenty years. Trump didn't do ANYTHING to stop it.

[@DiabolicalAngel]

Damn loving the imagery here 😍 Love the scene that played off the often done "Doll Experiment", except the girl here happily chooses the black doll. Yes. ♡

[@ibnorator8149]

Greetings Beautiful soul! (forgive me abit i know I am not exactly what you may have come here for ..) but my name is Ibn Orator...I am an Avant-Garde, introspective & Political Hip Hop Artist from New Haven CT. I've recently released a project titled "The Fishbowl Syndrome" that is centered around the topic of our mental health and how art is sometimes viewed here in America;to which my first debut music video "The Horse on a Trampoline" works showcase on the spectrum of my own experiences with it, that i feel fans alike of FKA twigs, Janelle Monae , EarthGang, Flying lotus, Childish Gambino or those of Bjork, Kanye West, Lady Gaga , Lupe Fiasco, & Vince staples may resonate with...id like to share this with you by giving a warm welcome to my Channel to not only, like and subscribe but to comment with genuine feedback. (Please leave a comment there underneath the video and not here) as i would like for my listeners to feel welcomed to give more in thought than in clout and start a conversation which is what my subject matter is based on ..."Commentary on our shared world".In hopes that this may be fruitful to you i look forward to your response The Horse on a Trampoline Official Music Video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaDPZHepjM2tpqM All the best Ibn Orator P.S. these times being hard is an understatement for alot of us ..so id like to say that i love you , if you haven't heard it from anyone and that things are about to change as they always do, for better or worse….#stayup!

[@Che-kg4be]

I call this an anthem!!! Thank you, Janelle and Wondaland (instruments, BGV's, production, etc is always on point) for this powerful clarion call in the midst of chaos to help keep our minds focused on the task at hand. "I said, the whole world 'bout to testify!" Much Love!!!!!!!!!

[@beverlyjohnsons8002]

This is the generation that will issue in change. Liberations, Elevation, Education

[@2hotttt2care]

She's an Oracle. She predicted that the table was gonna turn ✊🏾✊🏾✊🏾

[@cb-wi1cq]

this makes me hopeful

[@KiwiGirlG6]

Love her music so much!

[@ariw88]

A powerful message with stunning visuals!

[@1Blackamerican]

“...America, YOU A LIE!” Dat part!!! And the warrior Queen coming out the ocean gave me chills!!

[@Ocker3]

Phoaw! Wow! May we end this year in a much better place than we started it!!

[@foxyblu4897]

I can’t get enough of this song 💙💙💙 the old regime is getting kicked out!!! Old men cannot inspire new dreams!!!!

[@amydnwa5776]

She is so slept on, that it is not even funny.

[@bolajijamesadelakun1308]

Powerful, Educating, Liberating, and Revolutionary. The table's about to TURN!✊🏾

[@Alicegab300]

We love you django jane !! ❤

[@blue7cat10]

Brilliant! The oil spills, the discarded mail boxes, all those details! ✨✨✨Please vote for compassion and truth 🗳 dear America!

[@robertconnolly2910]

Thanks Sister 😊 for keeping the Tables Turning 😘 x