Milkshake is a song by American singer Kelis from her third studio album, Tasty (2003). The song, written and produced by the Neptunes, was originally offered to Britney Spears for her fourth studio album, In the Zone, but was eventually handed to Kelis. It was released as the lead single from Tasty in the United States on August 25, 2003, through Star Trak and Arista Records, and worldwide on November 24, 2003. According to Kelis, the word “milkshake” in the song is a metaphor for “something that makes women special.” The song is notable for its poetic chorus and low-beat R&B vibe.
In December 2003, “Milkshake,” Kelis’ highest-charting single to date, reached number three on the US Billboard Hot 100. In other countries, the song reached its highest point inside the top 10 charts in Australia, Denmark, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom. It also topped the charts in Ireland. In the States, where it has collected 883,000 paid downloads, “Milkshake” was awarded Gold certification. The song was a 2004 Grammy Award nominee for Best Urban/Alternative Performance.
What is the meaning behind the song milkshake?
This “milkshake” apparently brings all the boys to the yard, but surely its meaning is not literal?!
We could determine three meanings for the word “milkshake”:
- Kelis addressed the observer that “It means whatever people want it to; it was just a word we came up with on a whim, but then the song took on a life of its own.”
- Kelis then changed her statement on that, telling the Associated Press that “A milkshake is a thing that makes women special. It is what gives us our confidence and what makes us excited.”
- The phrase has a distinct meaning according to Urban Dictionary, which defines it as a blowjob “
Milkshake is a metaphor for blowjobs in the context of Kelis’ 2003 song “Milkshake.” It becomes evident if the phrase “milkshake” is replaced with “blowjob” or “blowjobs.”
We are therefore no closer to comprehending what “milkshake” genuinely means.
Where did the term milkshake come from?
Milkshakes got their name from being served in bars. If the customer enjoyed the milkshake, he shook hands with the bartender. If not, the bartender did not get a tip. June 20th is National Vanilla Milkshake Day.
What is the milkshake song referring to?
It is most known and remembered for the lyrics “My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard.” The milkshake is certainly a metaphor or euphemism, as Kelis is singing about a lady who is seductive to men, yet its specific meaning is unknown.
What does milkshake bring all the boys mean?
The milkshake is often used as a reference to the song, especially the famous line: “My milkshake brings all the boys to the yard.” The lyrics may accompany selfies projecting a positive self-image or sex appeal, as the milkshake is “what the guys go crazy for” in the song.
