Listen
Beyoncé · Dreamgirls - Music From The Motion Picture [2006]
To the song here in my heart
A melody I start but can't complete
Listen Mmmm
To the sound from deep within
It's only beginning to find release
Oh the time has come for my dreams to be heard
They will not be pushed aside and turned
Into your own all 'cause you won't listen
Listen
I am alone at a crossroad
I'm not at home in my own home
And I've tried and tried to say what's on my mind
You should have known -
Oh
Now I'm done believing you
You don't know what I'm feeling
I'm more than what you made of me
I followed the voice you gave to me
But now I've gotta find my own
You should have listened
There is someone here inside
Someone I thought had died so long ago
Oh, I'm screaming out and my dreams will be heard
They will not be pushed aside or worked
Into your own all 'cause you won't listen
Listen
I am alone at a crossroad
I'm not at home in my own home
And I've tried and tried to say what's on my mind
You should have know
Oh, now I'm done believing you
You don't know what I'm feeling
I'm more than what you made of me
I followed the voice you gave to me
But now I've gotta find my own
I don't know where I belong
But I'll be moving on
If you don't, if you won't
Listen
To the song here in my heart
A melody I start
But I will complete -
Oh
Now I'm done believing you
You don't know what I'm feeling
I'm more than what you made of me
I followed the voice you think you gave to me
But now I gotta find my own
My own
Listen - Beyoncé
As a centerpiece on the Dreamgirls soundtrack, 'Listen' serves as a pivotal moment in Beyoncé's early career, marking her transition from R&B vocalist to a commanding performer. The track blends soulful vocals with a driving, cinematic rhythm that mirrors the film's narrative of female empowerment and resilience. Released in 2006, the recording captures the raw energy of the era, showcasing her ability to deliver emotionally charged performances that resonate with audiences. The song's placement within the Dreamgirls score highlights its thematic alignment with the story of the all-female musical group, reinforcing themes of unity and strength. Its enduring popularity underscores Beyoncé's early mastery of blending personal expression with broader social commentary, setting the stage for her subsequent artistic evolution.