SWV "Weak" Official Lyrics & Meaning | Verified

The iconic SWV stopped by Genius to break down their mega hit “Weak,” which has been streamed more than 138 million times on Spotify to date. The song is produced by Brian Alexander Morgan and off their debut album 'It’s About Time.' On today’s episode of Verified, find out what singer inspired the classic song from the stars of Bravo's "SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B."
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[@yearnpill]

SWV on Genius… what a time to be alive

[@sellina4life]

Facts💯

[@rayanavalerie394]

truly

[@kadinl.williams5976]

Wrd

[@jordan12118]

Beautiful sight to see

[@LondonSkyTV]

yessss!!

[@traedariusbell1070]

I appreciate genius for giving love to the old school.

[@bizzy1586]

I love that. So happy the bravo show is putting a spotlight on SWV.

[@anniem.670]

They definitely should've been doin this, but it's Kool now as long as they doin it cause I love genius. 😂

[@KurtisLeeLewis]

Me too I need some More 90s RnB

[@cortneyparker4651]

Definitely ❤❤❤

[@xKouture]

Why they just now asking them to do it… it’s annoying but ffs good thing they are . It’s bittersweet tbh

[@Dii552]

They look so GOOD hands down this song will forever be a classic. ❤

[@terrellp22]

foreva, foreva eva, foreva eva 😄

[@XXIIXIIIXXXIXXXIX]

One does, the other 2 look like WNBA players.....MTF 😂😂😂

[@shashavengesayi6055]

PERIODT!

[@BlaqRainFresh]

I love SWV. . . but they did not write the song and Coko hated it.

[@sclstl]

@@BlaqRainFresh ok and what does this have to do with anything?

[@virgostan8898]

Their harmonies are ethereal and soulful! Forever my faves

[@tresavv1]

Truly

[@honestytruth828]

You pushing it! That chorus sounded terrible other than Coko

[@Tiara82788]

coko is flat in the chorus. Shes Also singing thru her nose

[@crimsonsongstress]

​@Honesty Truth it was just in a lower key.

[@TemujinScott80]

@@honestytruth828 let’s see you sing it…

[@OmgObi]

I would’ve never expected a Genius video for this song, Truly a classic !

[@syckindahead]

Now ppl can catch up and sing the correct lyrics too😆

[@kamigriff]

@@syckindahead I just realized it’s cries fading. I thought I was times fading. 😂 all the way wrong.

[@alkroyalmusic5497]

What a classic song. It’s nice they are being recognized in the current era

[@pauladell2285]

Absolutely ❤

[@aaliyahforeva1]

Coko voice is amazing but when they come together it's magical they complete each other

[@thedfferencetab1977]

I agree.

[@eizyaws]

I totally agree the sound is captured and makes them so distinct and stand out from the rest ❤❤

[@thegospeloutlet2000]

RAW VOCALS ❤️‍🔥Taj’s note is the Melody base! She really shines on their acapellas.

[@simonsez1787]

It’s a actually LeeLee. She’s the lowest register. But yes. Taj is not far behind ☺️

[@thegospeloutlet2000]

@@simonsez1787 I was referring to Taj’s alto. Hearing them sing weak Acapella, Taj has the part of the melody that everybody attacks. 🔥3:00 The middle part is most likely ALWAYS the same note as the lead . LeLee is on the lowest note so I wasn’t talking her this time.

[@simonsez1787]

@@thegospeloutlet2000 oh okay I feel that

[@zeebo8965]

Yep Taj sure does kill that melody lead... thats when coko becomes the backup when they sing that 3 part hehe

[@blackheartbev3098]

Nah, that’s lelee on base register. Taj is alto. Always trying to discredit Lelee. 🙄

[@waltlikka]

“Weak” is a classic, but it’s not the only song I wanna see at an SWV show. Their catalog is full of classics. We love y’all!!

[@mufasa1794]

YESSS

[@_anthonytyger]

@@mufasa1794 EXACTLY

[@deljean]

Agreed

[@Candy-gp2ed]

Facts!

[@betterfad3d]

TELL EM!!

[@ebo_style]

Those vocals are still on point

[@KevenTalks]

I love the back story of this song....Chante Moore is so severely underrated. 💜

[@bodleyhihou]

Yees

[@jb171504]

Same! Had no idea she was the muse!

[@davidtaylor1619]

I love how they came in with the background vocals. A lot of these older R&B groups hate each other sadly. But seeing and hearing this, you feel the sisterhood and true friendship. DOPE!

[@kendalldavis6082]

So true! Xscape is always in drama and it’s sad bc they sound like magic together. But everytime they came together it’s always chaos between them.

[@davidtaylor1619]

@@kendalldavis6082 so true. And they're not the only ones. Male groups too like Dru Hill, 112 and so many others we love, absolutely hate eachother 😂

[@kylesummers2462]

En vogue is the one that really breaks hearts for me. The best vocal girl group and the original 4 can’t stand each other to save a life.

[@andreaus.]

It’s ACTUALLY wild how stunning they all still are (but not actually…’cause…duh.) And the uniqueness of Coko’s voice!!! UGGHH!! And their iconic harmonies!!! **faints**

[@luxejohn]

Blacks are timeless❤

[@reirei9446]

@@luxejohn Blacks?? ☠️

[@luxejohn]

@@reirei9446 😂😂😂stoppppp

[@heathab...._-_]

​@@luxejohn I'm sorry but aren't you blacks too or you just using a picture with blacks on it??? 😅😅😅

[@luxejohn]

@@heathab...._-_ don’t be coy. Hell ye I’m black & mf proud 🤙

[@waterbearer4627]

That was so beautiful. Their vocal blend is very special. No wonder they are one of the most successful girl groups of all time! We want 'Rain' next!

[@deljean]

Yess

[@kriskross21]

They still have some of the most beautiful harmonies.

[@livefree1111]

Sisters With Voices…still pure and no auto tune. ❤🔥

[@noahrxd]

their voices are still amazing 😵‍💫

[@loopstationyt]

This song is still going strong in the playlist 🔥 So unexpected but I’m here for it. The voice card never declines 💜

[@DreThomasMusic]

ICONS! Would love them to do "Rain" as well. The harmonies on that song are gorgeous!

[@tishabeesha3241]

Yes!!

[@aniraminom]

Rain >>>>

[@44b4be]

one of my favorite songs

[@eleeveeayees3425]

Rain is better than Weak

[@LonerBecause]

This is long overdue and well deserved! I'm glad they are getting their flowers because they're legends 💐

[@ThatBranB]

The writing genius of B.A Morgan just was levels ahead. How artistic of him to articulate his feelings in such a way. SWV encapsulated it so well. I always thought the music video didn't serve the song the way it should but those VOCALS sure did. I don't know how Coko found it hard to sing as that lady can sing an alphabet and slay it. Harmonies GORGEOUS!!!

[@faithtvonline]

She just threw that line out there so people can say, "Well, GIRL, you sure did that!" People sometimes say stuff like that fishing for compliments.

[@kylesummers2462]

@@faithtvonline she was probably used to singing gospel music and more runs. This is much cleaner. You can see in their older live versions that shes adds runs and a lot of ad libs, which makes sense because her voice is very agile.

[@faithtvonline]

@@kylesummers2462 Good point, Kyle.

[@armaniguy83]

Y'all betta harmonize!!! I will forever love these ladies. They still look and sound great!

[@just_jazs]

I got chills when Taj and Lee Lee joined in on the chorus lol

[@afroditahermosa2003]

I swear this is my fav R&b group❣️

[@azchanna]

Wow they’re voices are angelic

[@racheltoffeepudding7732]

literally! I just cried listening to and watching them in awe+

[@JAYTofficial]

One of the greatest R&B groups in history man. Happy they are getting there flowers yo🔥😤

[@authenticallykyle]

To see them still here voice in tact and beautiful, I will forever love 90s RNB and SWV!

[@shab8880]

SANG! Them harmonies are TIGHT

[@Tamisha710]

I'm over here rocking back and forth. Beautiful

[@Theeonlycortez]

This needs to become a thing! Explaining the meaning behind these classics.

[@AshleyJ227]

Lee Lee be killing that low range!! ❤❤❤

[@williamb4335]

Yes! No one really talks about it.

[@Mone333Williams]

LeeLee is the foundation Tahj is the meat in the sandwich Coko it the bread

[@rashidaindigeaux6938]

Legendary queens ❤

[@josiahweaks868]

I love SWV❤

[@kaylabierei9126]

Such a classic group and they all look so amazing

[@toomuchfourU]

I'm glad in later years they're being recognized to be able to vocally hold their own with coko. That's for the longest I didn't think they could sing I thought they were just background dances LOL. A lot of groups seem to have them just there for their faces but these girls can actually sing

[@BlessedEnergy_]

I love how thei union is understood and their bond is unbreakable ..swv for life

[@motorkz8388]

Truly a classic 💯💯

[@afreeye]

their harmony is sooo good !!

[@holisticlove3935]

I ❤ SWV!!!! Their songs will live in my mind and heart forever. Class act!!!!! Lelee, Taj and Coco are the best!!! 2023❤

[@Bodiecollections]

Such a poised group. So professional. The real icon energy is when everyone in the group is relatable, has good energy, and most importantly still values teamwork. And yes that was shade at Xscape lol more towards Latocha really but Love the rest of the gurls ❤ love SWV

[@Ellobuhbyehair]

Their harmonies make me weak. I love SWV ❤

[@judithdorsaint1839]

Ladies, Ladies, Ladies, I love the acapella version of "Weak". Much Love, Class Act..Can't get enough of SWV.

[@alvaro9289]

this is real talent y'all

[@jiggapeace8265]

I will forever LOVE "SWV" Legends ♥

[@KurtisLeeLewis]

I've seen SWV three times in concert and they always on point. Come through harmonies ❤

[@navynick7307]

They look so dang good. This is what real looks like. You can tell their energy is so positive, seriously an amazing group.

[@TheMariaKatre]

Y’all look and sound AMAZING!! So glad y’all are still performing!!!! SWV FAN 4 LIFE!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@79mraw]

They're singing their faces off. This song is so fresh, it feels like it came out yesterday.

[@faithtvonline]

The singing from 5:09 onward is just CRAZY! YES!

[@jarrodwoods7605]

Coko omg that voice she's so underrated they look so good they'll always be my favorite girl group!

[@BoyNextDoor456]

I ❤️ SWV. They sound amazing. I’ve been a fan since 1992. They are R&B legends, and Weak is a classic that will live forever. 💯

[@gavinwilson7889]

Wow they still sound amazing. Weak was written and inspired for Chante Moore, but meant for SWV to have. I couldn't imagine any other vocal arrangement and only SWV can create that sound!

[@mizm01]

Weak was written about Chanté Moore not written for her. Brian Alexander Morgan was deeply in love with Chanté but she was dating a friend of his. So Brian put his heart and love for her in this song Weak. This was around late 80's-early 90's before her first album came out and they were living in the same apartment complex.

[@yerocal30]

The song was written and inspired by his love for Chante Moore, but the song was for Charle Wilson, but he turned it down.

[@deljean]

​@@yerocal30 yep I heard tht before

[@MasterKhem]

Charlie Wilson was in mind when BAM wrote it. Charlie didn’t take it and SWV sang instead!!!

[@Lranee]

30 years later and still trending and a hit

[@nicoledouglas3572]

I Love these harmonies in this Song....SWV is amazing.😊 Beautiful Ladys

[@shashavengesayi6055]

I was born after this song came out, but It's About Time is my favorite 90s album. I blast Weak and the whole LP on the daily. The fact that they had such deep and sensual lyricism in their music in their early 20s is incredible. R&B legends for sure

[@mc-ge2bt]

Had me thinking of heartbreak when I was only 13 years old!!! LOVEEEEEEE. These women formed my view of what music can be. Thanks for this.

[@kimbley6451]

This is legendary

[@donterrianwiseman7453]

Been loving them and this song for forever glad y’all put them on here😭💕

[@luxejohn]

🫶🙌

[@DeeeBeee123]

BEAUTIFUL WOMEN. & they can all still sing 💜 wow

[@directorytaliwag4100]

Sounds EVEN BETTER unplugged. Real singers should never use studio frills. Y’all youngins need to take a page out of the SWV book. This is why they still sellout venues. They don’t even need piano💯💯💯💯🙌🙌🙌

[@nicolersmith432571]

Y'all have the most beautiful voices!! I've loved Y'all since day 1💯❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@FMMaryland]

Literally “Sista’s With Voices”, they sound SO good! 👏🏾 thank you Genius

[@alantenorio6926]

2 weeks ago I discovered this song, I always listen to it like crazy and by coincidence I happen to see this a few days later, I love it.

[@naturallycleva5809]

Very late to the club......but you made it❣ Welcome to their greatness🥰

[@deljean]

WOW

[@Kegel_Destroyer]

I am a 40 year old, white punk metal head. I've always been absolutely inlove with SWV since i was a kid.

[@deandrejones8701]

Still the best group of all time. They all getting along and not fighting on social media...they are doing their thing like grown women.

[@naahfam]

At 4:35, I low key was waiting for Coko to say “Sing it LeLee” lol

[@AnAdorableWombat1]

😂

[@thegospeloutlet2000]

FOR REALL🔥😂😭

[@SB-oz9yw]

Come on SWV for sounding tight 🥰😍🥰😍

[@shawnjames220]

Taj and that mid range is giving me life

[@tanyadejesus6454]

I'm so glad they got back together as a group,I can't see anyone.else taking their spot.They are aging well and still sound just as good as when they first came out.

[@tjwhite1177]

LOVE HOW OUR LEGENDARY WOMEN ARE BEING LOVED ON THANKS GENIUS FOR GIVING THEM THEIR 💐💐💐💐💐💜

[@SaifJ123]

Come through Taj looking stunning 😍

[@deonnadyson]

Yass

[@jacobleath8475]

Love SWV so much! So happy to see them on here🥹❤️

[@marvdatboi]

They’re still fire til this day

[@Asha922]

COCO my lordt!!! Y’all sound so AMAZING!! Y’all sound better now than EVER!! ALL BEAUTIFUL!!

[@clearwaterswither]

Genius should invite more singers/groups from older generations for some lyric breakdown throwback

[@bibinakajja2110]

Argh the harmonies are just everything. I will never get tired of this song ❤

[@jopobee8254]

Awwh literally my favourite ever Girl Group🥺❤️❤️❤️

[@mieldor76]

Damn, they all sound and look so good! Taj back there looking like she is 70% native american, those cheek bones! Just stunning! Love these ladies!

[@koy1767]

I love how Leelee is the philosophizer of the group😅❤

[@The1KingKG]

That accapella 🔥🔥🔥 Weak takes me back to them high school days 🎯💯💯

[@notyourfriend8881]

That blend, is still as clean as ever!

[@noogoom]

2:48 thank you so much for showing us those incredible harmonies ❤️❤️ absolute magic!

[@neillomarispringle4860]

This is funny because, I always imagine them doing maybe a six song EP where they sing their hits, rearranged in an acoustic format. I'd love to hear that! I think it would highlight their beautiful harmonies. The richness of their individual tones because people always doubt that Lelee and Taj can sing. They may not have Coko's technique or vocal power, but they each are distinctive and very capable in their own right.

[@DianaForevrSlay]

With the way they are seated and the sounds when they sing.. I just see a beautiful blossoming flower 😍 whoever thought of making a genius for this needs a raise!

[@livinextdoor]

They are so beautiful!! ❤️

[@MonarC27818]

They are all so beautiful

[@lovelykyiah9506]

They still sound and look good asf 😍😍😍🫶🏾

[@jessicajaid4205]

They look so good and they sound wonderful!!

[@Femmefatale32000]

You see these sisters can SING without the need for autotune🎉🎉🥰 Love me some old school RnB.

[@nickmilian]

Legends. Thank you for this. Let's keeping giving SWV their flowers

[@gabestxr]

still crazy how their voices are still beautiful to this day

[@drewrayg]

Love love love this. Please do more of these type of songs and artists. Take it back.

[@bad.luck.]

love this song

[@MsHJones]

THE WAS EVERYTHING... they need to breakdown more songs

[@chanelhopeful5336]

One of my all time favorite Groups 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@marissar.359]

Y'all sound AMAZING. How many people's voices can still sound this good 30 years later?

[@jarronacierto]

They sound so good then and now!! The harmonies and the vibratos they be giving is everything. Hearing it now in a accapella viewing is great!

[@axa5005]

They all look so beautiful!! Coco’s fit is bomb

[@jacalynjohnson4656]

Weak is definitely one of my favorite songs by SWV!

[@radio3976]

I've had a crush on Le Le since I was 6 years old. I'm 37 now and still gotta crush on her.

[@jasondawson92]

Had a crush on all three of them in the 90s