Girl on Fire
Alicia Keys/Musicfire.in Lyrics


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She's just a girl, and she's on fire
Hotter than a fantasy, longer like a highway
She's living in a world, and it's on fire
Feeling the catastrophe, but she knows she can fly away
Oh, she got both feet on the ground
And she's burning it down
Oh, she got her head in the clouds
And she's not backing down

This girl is on fire
This girl is on fire
She's walking on fire
This girl is on fire

Looks like a girl, but she's a flame
So bright, she can burn your eyes
Better look the other way
You can try but you'll never forget her name
She's on top of the world
Hottest of the hottest girls say
Oh, we got our feet on the ground
And we're burning it down
Oh, got our head in the clouds
And we're not coming down

This girl is on fire
This girl is on fire
She's walking on fire
This girl is on fire

Everybody stands, as she goes by
Cause they can see the flame that's in her eyes
Watch her when she's lighting up the night
Nobody knows that she's a lonely girl
And it's a lonely world
But she gon' let it burn, baby, burn, baby

This girl is on fire
This girl is on fire
She's walking on fire
This girl is on fire




Oh, oh, oh,
She's just a girl, and she's on fire

Overall Meaning

The song "Girl On Fire" by Alicia Keys featuring Nicki Minaj is an anthem about a confident woman who is on fire, both metaphorically and literally. The song starts by introducing the singer as just a girl who is on fire, hotter than a fantasy and living in a world that is also on fire, and feeling the catastrophe but knowing that she has the power to fly above it all. It is evident that her feet are still on the ground, but she is still burning down everything in her path while she has her head up in the clouds, determined not to back down.


The chorus of the song repeats that "this girl is on fire," emphasizing the fact that she is unstoppable and nothing can bring her down. Although she may seem like a regular girl, she is a flame that is too bright and can burn your eyes. Her contagious spirit and energy make everyone notice her, and they stand in awe as she goes by. The song acknowledges that she might be a lonely girl in a lonely world, but she is not afraid to let everything around her burn and shine.


Overall, the song is about a powerful woman who is thriving, no matter what adversity she faces. This song is a reminder that anyone can be on fire and conquer the world, no matter how tough things get.


Line by Line Meaning

She's just a girl, and she's on fire
Despite her youth, this girl possesses an intense passion and ambition, radiating with an unstoppable energy.


Hotter than a fantasy, longer like a highway
The intensity and reach of this girl's aspirations and potential are beyond comprehension, yet can be perceived clearly, just like a long highway with no end in sight.


She's living in a world, and it's on fire
This girl is living in a world rife with turmoil and crisis, but she persists, despite being faced with overwhelming adversity.


Feeling the catastrophe, but she knows she can fly away
She is aware of the disastrous situations around her, but knows that she has the power and resilience to overcome them.


Oh, she got both feet on the ground
Despite all her fiery passion and ambition, she is grounded and centered, remaining true to herself and her values.


And she's burning it down
She is taking action and making things happen, blazing a trail that inspires and awes those around her.


Oh, she got her head in the clouds
Her lofty dreams and goals are not constrained by limitations or doubts, reaching for the skies and beyond.


And she's not backing down
This girl refuses to be discouraged or defeated, pushing forward with unwavering determination no matter what.


Looks like a girl, but she's a flame
Despite her appearance, this girl possesses an inner fire that burns bright and fierce, illuminating her path in life and setting her apart from the rest.


So bright, she can burn your eyes
Her brilliance and radiance are so intense, they can almost blind those who encounter her, leaving a lasting impression that is impossible to forget.


Better look the other way
If you cannot handle the heat, then it's best to turn away from her glow, lest you get scorched by her intensity.


You can try but you'll never forget her name
This girl leaves an indelible mark on anyone who crosses her path, making a lasting impact that cannot be erased or ignored.


She's on top of the world
This girl's relentless drive and success have elevated her to the pinnacle of her chosen field or domain, making her a leader and role model to those who aspire to follow in her footsteps.


Hottest of the hottest girls say
Even among other exceptional women, this girl stands out as the most dynamic, magnetic and alluring, a true star in her own right.


Oh, we got our feet on the ground
Together, this girl and her supporters remain grounded and down to earth, even as they aim for the stars, never losing sight of where they've come from or what they stand for.


And we're burning it down
They are making a big impact and changing the world, one bold move at a time, leaving a lasting and unmistakable legacy.


Oh, got our head in the clouds
Despite their groundedness, they are never limited or stifled by their environment, never constrained by anything or anyone as they continue to soar higher and higher.


And we're not coming down
They refuse to be held back or brought down by anything, always pushing forward towards their ultimate goals and aspirations, regardless of the obstacles they face.


Everybody stands, as she goes by
Everyone around her is awed and inspired by her presence, standing in rapt attention as she works her magic and achieves greatness.


Cause they can see the flame that's in her eyes
They can see the same burning desire and radiant spirit that propels her to greatness, inspiring them to follow in her footsteps and tap into their own hidden potential.


Watch her when she's lighting up the night
They all watch in awe and admiration, as this girl continues to shine ever brighter during challenging times, illuminating the darkness and showing the way forward.


Nobody knows that she's a lonely girl
Despite her massive success, this girl sometimes feels isolated and disconnected from those around her, as she struggles to balance the demands of her fame and talent with personal relationships.


And it's a lonely world
The intense spotlight and pressures of life at the top can be overwhelming and isolating, but this girl perseveres, fueled by her passion and unstoppable energy.


But she gon' let it burn, baby, burn, baby
Despite the challenges and difficulties she may encounter, this girl refuses to give up or lose sight of her dreams and goals, always committed to making her mark and leaving a lasting legacy of greatness.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: JEFF BHASKER, ALICIA AUGELLO-COOK, SALAAM REMI, BILLY SQUIRE, NICKI MINAJ

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@alexbrag199

Letra❤

She's just a girl and she's on fire
Hotter than a fantasy
Lonely like a highway

She's living in a world and it's on fire
Feeling the catastrophe
But she knows she can fly away

Oh, she got both feet on the ground
And she's burning it down
Oh, she got her head in the clouds
And she's not backing down

This girl is on fire
This girl is on fire
She's walking on fire
This girl is on fire

Looks like a girl, but she's a flame
So bright, she can burn your eyes
Better look the other way

You can try, but you'll never forget her name
She's on top of the world
Hottest of the hottest girls say

Oh, we got our feet on the ground
And we're burning it down
Oh, got our head in the clouds
And we're not coming down

This girl is on fire (fire, fire)
This girl is on fire
She's walking on fire (fire, fire)
This girl is on fire

(Oh) everybody stands as she goes by
'Cause they can see the flame that's in her eyes
Watch her when she's lighting up the night
Nobody knows that she's a lonely girl
And it's a lonely world
But she gon' let it burn, baby, burn, baby

This girl is on fire (fire, fire)
This girl is on fire
She's walking on fire (fire, fire)
This girl is on fire

Oh, oh, oh, oh
She's just a girl, but she's on fire



All comments from YouTube:

@goat9283

Don’t ask who’s here in 2020.
We never left.

@leenguyen6056

tbh, this is as cringy as those 2020 comments

@emiflew7128

@Lee Nguyễn lol it honestly is

@imagination7102

Who’s here in 2020 😘

@maskgirlbts6186

Me?

@maskgirlbts6186

@Emily RObinson He asked first (-__-)

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@alejandraballesteros21

Before my mom died, she would say that this was our song. We would sing together and she would say that the lyrics were about us. Now, one year and a half after her death, I was finally able to have the courage to listen to this song again. Appreciate your loved ones while they're here and make them feel loved while you can.

@alejandraballesteros21

Thank you!

@user-qw4uo4gy8g

Like your mom died

@joewhite4038

You haven't lost your mom totally. Sing this song whenever you think of her, and she will be singing it with you!

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