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Black Barbie [Single]

by B. Alexis

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B. Alexis makes her DJC debut count with "Black Barbie." A soulful story written about the societal juxtaposition of Black & beauty, the desperate urgency of poverty and its effects on the self esteem of the Black girl. B. Alexis is a phenomenal poet, rapper, and all around writer. Her voice takes command with every verse. Wise beyond her years, her lyrics come from the most raw and vulnerable corners of the soul.

We look forward to sharing more of her art with the world. Please help us amplify her music by purchasing, sharing, and spreading the word about this beautiful work of art. The best Black Barbie song to date. 💯💪🏾😏

lyrics

Chorus:
Black Barbie, I see you in disguise
I see the hurt and pain you try to hide behind your eyes
Black Barbie, blending in among the fake
Acting like everything is all good but it ain’t
Black Barbie, you at ya all time high
And though your eyes dry I can tell you wanna cry
Black Barbie, it’s okay baby let it out
Don’t be ashamed we all gotta cry sometimes

Verse 1:
See from the beginning of time
The lord blessed you with a beauty that can’t be defined
Black Barbie, growing up you couldn’t see it
People said you had potential but you didn't believe it
Black Barbie, how could it be, who me?
Lil Black barbie from the street who tote the heat
Black Barbie, manufactured in the hood
Warning this doll is meant to be misunderstood
Black Barbie, but you were meant to be a star too
Destiny intended that you be just who you are boo
Black Barbie, take off ya shades let them see ya face
Quit walking head down let them see ya grace
I know the spotlight can get drastic
Cuz everybody’s fake, all your friends are made of plastic
See even though you smile I can sense you’re hurt
Know you mad cause they judge you fo they even know your worth
Know there’s life behind the stare, but they focused on what you wear
Know you fresh and in style, body make em say wow
But it's more to you than what they see
More than what they say or think
Why won't anybody acknowledge you as the real thing?
Everybody running their mouth but won't let you speak
Maybe if they listen they can hear the pain in your screams..

Chorus

Verse 2:
Somebody’s hating from afar
Envying ya jewels and ya little fancy car
Black Barbie, they wanna be just like you are
Was in the concrete now you a ghetto superstar
Black Barbie, baby girl is living phat
Went from rags to riches how you explain that?
Black Barbie, they say she blew up off of drugs
Robbed the dope man filled his body up with slugs
Word on the street is the glam is just a front
And what she holding now is just the shit the feds ain't took
Gotta be the truth cuz she was just back in the hood
Trappin on her knees serving niggas with the goods
Now to top it all off they saying Ken’s really gay man
But that ain’t no surprise he keeps his balls tucked away man
The crazy thing is he was fucking all her friends
Toya, Sasha, and Pretty Girl Lynne
Black Barbie, damn, I guess it’s lonely at the top
Bet she’s probably wishing that she never left the box
Cuz in such a small world who the hell can you trust
Even Batman and Robin left her ass in the dust
But to win is a must
Make these haters shut up
Hold ya lips, flex ya wrists and tell these bitches catch up.

credits

released June 28, 2022
Words & Vocals: B. Alexis
Beat produced by Trvp Lvne
Acoustic guitar: gHSTS & gUITARS
B. Alexis’ vocals recorded by dr. Israel at Camille Graham Prison (Columbia, SC).
Mixed by Bear-One
Mastered by Swaya
Album artwork & Lyric Video: Fury Young

Executive Produced by BL Shirelle

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B. Alexis Conway, South Carolina

B. Alexis originally hails from Conway, South Carolina.

Serving a 30-year prison sentence since the age of 17, B. Alexis takes us on the journey of a fast, desperate, callous young Black girl trying to land firmly in her faith, principles, and morals. ... more

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