Janelle Monae: The Meaning Of 'Tightrope'

"'Tightrope' was made for the people," says Janelle Monae of the lead single from her forthcoming new album, The Arch Android. Featuring Big Boi from Outkast, the 'Tightrope' video depicts dance as rebellious freedom.

"Every time you step outside you're dealing with life and you're trying to stay sane, for a lack of better words. Balance, to me, is the key; not getting too high, not getting too low - that's what 'Tightrope' represents. It's like life's tutorial on how to actually make it through life without becoming insane and driving yourself to a life full of hatred and just not wanting to be here."

www.soulculture.co.uk

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[dreamsatsea]

Where are my natural-haired sisters? We rock, just like Miss Monae!

I absolutely love the timbre of her voice, a lot of my family and friends talk like that <3

[knapier]

I like her b/c she keeps her clothes on, she not naked. And she not singing about explicit sex. Janelle is presenting the art music, nothing more.....

[cadmus98]

Almost seems like she's making this up as she goes along.

[HarrisNetwork1]

Good job home girl :0) HeavyHerb913

[cstack418]

I like her . oodles of class and humble to boot

[rr5001]

@knapier AAAAANNNNNDDDDD she's a classy chick!

[skinchen]

I want her suit xD

[tdianddp4life]

@parasev1 :Lil' Wayne does talk about himself and brags.

[xexibori70]

Bipolar....highs and lows....an everyday struggle to keep balanced on a tightrope....I can relate.  Love this artist, she's intelligent, talented and inspiring.

[logotrix]

intelligence, soul, beauty, talent - she's got it ALL

[MiinaaTrueeJetsetter]

Is she awesome or what??? Janelle Monae is creative, talented, artistic and crazy (in a good way)! I love her so much and I really appreciate "Tightrope" and the Palace of the Dogs =) She is a beautiful example of being yourself and having fun while doing it.