Girl on Fire
Alicia Keys&Nicki Minaj Lyrics

Spirit of Marilyn callin' me, audibly
Alicia Keys is feeling the spiritual presence of Marilyn Monroe and she can hear her voice clearly.

Bawlin' she, said that she would never leave
Marilyn Monroe is crying and stating that she will never leave Alicia Keys' side.

Continued to torture me
The presence of Marilyn Monroe is causing Alicia Keys to feel distressed and agitated.

Telling me to come with her
Marilyn Monroe is inviting Alicia Keys to join her in the afterlife.

Underneath my comforter
Alicia Keys is in bed, trying to hide from the ghostly presence of Marilyn Monroe.

And she brought a gun with her
Marilyn Monroe is using a gun as a symbol of control over Alicia Keys.

Pills and some rum with her
Marilyn Monroe is offering Alicia Keys a way to escape her tormented state of mind.

Took me on the balcony
Marilyn Monroe is leading Alicia Keys to the edge of a balcony, symbolizing temptation.

Telling me to jump with her
Marilyn Monroe is encouraging Alicia Keys to end her own life and join her in the afterlife.

Yeah I'm in the Ghost but I ain't doing stunts with her
Alicia Keys is using 'Ghost' as a reference to her car, stating that she is not willing to engage in dangerous behavior with Marilyn Monroe.

I ain't tryna be that
Alicia Keys is expressing that she does not want to be like Marilyn Monroe.

Haters wanna see that
People who dislike Alicia Keys want to see her fall into a state of despair.

But I got 'em aggy
Alicia Keys is frustrating her haters by succeeding and winning like Gabby Douglas, a reference to the gold medal gymnast.

She's just a girl and she's on fire (fire)
The girl in question is living life to the fullest and is filled with passion and energy.

Hotter than a fantasy, lonely like a highway
The girl is incredibly attractive and desirable but feels alone and isolated.

She's living in a world and it's on fire
The world around the girl is full of chaos and destruction.

Filled with catastrophe but she knows she can fly away
Despite the chaos surrounding her, the girl has the strength to leave and start anew.

Ohh-oh, she got both feet on the ground
The girl is grounded and focused.

And she's burning it down
The girl is taking charge of her life and making things happen.

Ohh-oh, she got her head in the clouds
The girl dreams big and aims high.

And she's not backing down
The girl is determined and will not let anyone stand in her way.

Looks like a girl, but she's a flame
The girl appears normal on the outside but is full of passion, like a flame.

So bright, she can burn your eyes
The girl's light and energy is so strong that it can overwhelm others.

Better look the other way
People may choose to ignore or overlook the girl's strength and potential.

You can try but you'll never forget her name
The girl will make a lasting impression and impact on anyone who crosses her path.

She's on top of the world
The girl is successful and has achieved great things.

Hottest of the hottest girls say
Even the most desirable and attractive girls acknowledge the girl's status and success.

Everybody stares as she goes by
People can't help but notice and be in awe of the girl's presence and energy.

'Cause they can see the flame that's in her eyes
The girl's passion and energy is evident in her eyes.

Watch her when she's lighting up the nights
The girl shines and stands out, especially at night.

Nobody knows that she's a lonely girl
Despite her success, the girl still feels alone and isolated.

And it's a lonely world
The world around her can be unforgiving and isolating.

But she gon' let it burn baby, burn baby
The girl will continue to pursue her dreams and passions, even in the face of isolation and loneliness.

Dear God, if you're here God
Alicia Keys is addressing God and asking for divine help.

Make the fire disappear when they stare God
Alicia Keys is asking God to help her overcome the negative attention and scrutiny she receives from others.

Take away my fear when they interfere God
Alicia Keys is asking God to help her overcome her fears and anxieties when others try to interfere with her life.

Do you fear God? 'Cause I fear God
Alicia Keys acknowledges her own fear of God and her respect for a higher power.

And in my backyard, that's a deer, God
Alicia Keys is referencing a deer in her backyard, which can be seen as a symbol of peace and harmony.

And that's a horse ranch
Alicia Keys is referencing her own success and wealth, which she has achieved through hard work and dedication.

And to my core fans, keep reppin' me
Alicia Keys is showing gratitude and appreciation for her fans, who have supported her throughout her career.

Do it to the death of me
Alicia Keys is dedicated to her fans and her music, and will continue to pursue her passions until the end.

X in the box 'cause ain't nobody checkin' me (checkin' me)
Alicia Keys is referencing a checkbox indicating her success and independence, and that no one can hold her back or restrict her.

Ohh-oh, ohh-oh, ohh-oh
The repeated chant shows the girl's confidence and energy.

Ohh-oh, ohh-oh, ohh, ohh-oh
The repeated chant represents the girl's unstoppable nature and strength.

Ohh-oh, ohh-oh, ohh, ohh
The repeated chant shows the girl's passion and power.

Ohh-oh, ohh-oh, ohh, oh
The repeated chant emphasizes the girl's energy and impact on the world.