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Whip My Hair
Willow Smith Lyrics


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I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth

Hop up out the bed, turn my swag on
Pay no attention to them haters, 'cause we herp 'em off
And we ain't doing nothing wrong
So don't tell me nothing, I'm just tryn'na have fun
So keep the party jumping

So what's up (yeah...)
And they don't know what to do
We turn our back
And herp our derp and just shake them off
Shake them off, shake them off, shake them off

Don't let haters keep me off my grind
Keep my head up, I know I'll be fine
Keep fighting until I get there
When I'm down and I feel like giving up, I think again

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)


I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth

I'ma get more shine than a little bit
Soon as I hit the stage: applause, I'm hearing it
Whether it's black stars, black cars, I'm feeling it
But can't none of them herp it like I do
I, I get to that mmmm yeah, I go hard
When they see me pull up, I herp it real hard
I herp it real hard, gonna do it real hard, I herp it real hard

Don't let haters keep me off my grind
Keep my head up, I know I'll be fine
Keep fighting until I get there
When I'm down and I feel like giving up, I think again

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)


I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (ok, ok, just herp it, yeah)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)
I herp my derp back and forth

All my Ladies, if you feel me
Come on, Do it, do it, herp your derp
Don't matter if it's long, short
Do it, do it, herp your derp

All my Ladies, if you feel me
Come on, Do it, do it, herp your derp
Don't matter if it's long, short
Do it, do it, herp your derp (your derp, your derp...)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)


I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)


I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)


I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)

I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my derp back and forth
I herp my-...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Willow Smith's song Whip My Hair is about confidently expressing oneself despite the presence of haters or negative people trying to bring one down. The phrase "I herp my derp back and forth" symbolizes the act of confidently shaking off negativity, doubts, and criticisms to enjoy oneself and have a good time. The repetitive use of the phrase "herp" and "derp" may suggest that the lyrics are not meant to be taken literally but rather to emphasize the strong emotions and the urge to let loose and have fun.


The lyrics also convey a message of resilience and determination. "Don't let haters keep me off my grind, keep my head up, I know I'll be fine," shows an unwavering determination to succeed and stay focused despite challenges that may arise. The line, "when I'm down, and I feel like giving up, I think again," suggests that the song encourages listeners to keep going and not give up on their dreams and goals.


Overall the song is about positivity, self-empowerment, and confidence, which are essential virtues for navigating life and achieving success.


Line by Line Meaning

I herp my derp back and forth
I move my hair back and forth


I herp my derp back and forth (just herp it)
I keep swinging my hair back and forth


I herp my derp back and forth (herp it real good)
I vigorously swing my hair back and forth


Hop up out the bed, turn my swag on
I confidently get out of bed and feel good about myself


Pay no attention to them haters, 'cause we herp 'em off
I ignore the people who don't like me and my hair-flipping


And we ain't doing nothing wrong
There's nothing wrong with having fun and flipping my hair


So don't tell me nothing, I'm just tryn'na have fun
I don't want any negativity, I'm just having a good time


So keep the party jumping
Let's keep having a good time


So what's up (yeah...)
What's going on, let's keep it going


And they don't know what to do
The people who don't like me don't know what to do about my hair-flipping


We turn our back
I ignore them


And herp our derp and just shake them off
I flip my hair and forget about the haters


Shake them off, shake them off, shake them off
Let's forget about the haters and keep having fun


Don't let haters keep me off my grind
I won't let the haters stop me from doing what I want


Keep my head up, I know I'll be fine
I have confidence in myself and won't let anyone bring me down


Keep fighting until I get there
I'll keep pushing until I reach my goals


When I'm down and I feel like giving up, I think again
When I feel discouraged, I remind myself to stay positive and keep going


I'ma get more shine than a little bit
I'll achieve more success and fame than I currently have


Soon as I hit the stage: applause, I'm hearing it
When I perform on stage, people show their appreciation with applause


Whether it's black stars, black cars, I'm feeling it
I enjoy the perks and luxuries that come with success


But can't none of them herp it like I do
No one can flip their hair like I can


I, I get to that mmmm yeah, I go hard
I show my passion and dedication in everything I do


When they see me pull up, I herp it real hard
When people see me, I impress them with my hair-flipping


I herp it real hard, gonna do it real hard, I herp it real hard
I flip my hair with intensity and enthusiasm


All my Ladies, if you feel me
I'm speaking to all the women who understand where I'm coming from


Come on, Do it, do it, herp your derp
Let's all flip our hair together


Don't matter if it's long, short
It doesn't matter what type of hair you have


Do it, do it, herp your derp
Let's all keep flipping our hair


Do it, do it, herp your derp (your derp, your derp...)
Let's continue to flip our hair with excitement and joy


I herp my-...
I keep flipping my hair with passion and confidence




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