TEXAS HOLD EM Lyrics by Beyonce

[Chorus]
This ain’t Texas (Woo)
Ain’t no hold ’em (Hey)
So lay your cards down, down, down, down
So park your Lexus (Woo)
And throw your keys up (Hey)
Stick around, ’round, ’round, ’round, ’round (Stick around)
And I’ll be damned if I can’t slow-dance with you
Come pour some sugar on me, honey too
It’s a real-life boogie and a real-life hoedown
Don’t be a bitch, come take it to the floor now, woo, ha (Woo)

Explanation of Chorus
The chorus sets the scene, likening the situation to a lively party or dance floor.It encourages listeners to let lax and enjoy themselves, asking them to join in the fun and hop.

[Verse 1]
There’s a tornado (There’s a tornado)
In my city (In my city)
Hit the basement (Hit the basement)
That shit ain’t pretty (That shit ain’t pretty)
Rugged whiskey (Rugged whiskey)
‘Cause we survivin’ (‘Cause we survivin’)
Off red-cup kisses, sweet redemption, passin’ time, yeah

Explanation of Verse 1
The first verse introduces some chaotic imagery, with references to a tornado and seeking shelter.Despite the chaos, there is a feeling of pliancy and survival, with a focus on enjoying the moment with drinks and kisses.

[Pre-Chorus]
Ooh, one step to the right
We headed to the dive bar we always thought was nice
Ooh, run me to the left
Then spin me in the middle, boy, I can’t read your mind

Explanation of Pre- Chorus
In the pre-chorus, there’s a playful interaction between two people, suggesting they’re heading to a dive bar and preparing to dance together.

[Post-Chorus]
Woo-hoo
Woo-hoo
Woo-hoo

Explanation of Post- Chorus
The post-chorus consists of energetic vocalizations, adding to the celebratory vibe of the song.

[Verse 2]
There’s a heatwave (There’s a heatwave)
Comin’ at us (Comin’ at us)
Too hot to think straight (Too hot to think straight)
Too cold to panic (Cold to panic)
All of the problems
Just feel dramatic (Just feel dramatic)
And now we’re runnin’ to the first bar that we find, yeah

Explanation of Verse 2
The second verse continues with the theme of intense heat and seeking refuge in a bar. The nuts feel inflated, but the result is to fly and enjoy the troop of others.

[Chorus]
This ain’t Texas (Woo)
Ain’t no hold ’em (Hey)
So lay your cards down, down, down, down, oh
So park your Lexus (Hey)
And throw your keys up (Hey)
And stick around,’ round, ’round, ’round, ’round (Stick around)
And I’ll be damned if I cannot dance with you
Come pour some sugar on me, honey too
It’s a real-life boogie and a real-life hoedown
Don’t be a bitch, come take it to the floor now (Woo)
And I’ll be damned if I cannot dance with you
Come pour some liquor on me, honey too
It’s a real-life boogie and a real-life hoedown
Don’t be a—, come take it to the floor now, ooh

Explanation of Chorus
The chorus repeats, emphasizing the invitation to dance and have fun, regardless of the chaotic circumstances.

[Outro]
Take it to the floor now, ooh
Hoops, spurs, boots
To the floor now, ooh
Tuck, back, oops (Ooh, ooh, ooh)
Shoot
Come take it to the floor now, ooh
And I’ll be damned if I cannot dance with you
Baby, pour that sugar and liquor on me, too
Furs, spurs, boots
Solargenic, photogenic, shoot

Explanation of Outro
In the outro, there’s a repetition of the invitation to dance, along with some playful ad-libs and sound effects, reinforcing the upbeat and lively atmosphere of the song.
OVERALL
collectedly,” Take it to the bottom” celebrates unrestraint, pliancy, and the joy of leaving loose and dancing, indeed in the face of chaos.