Grande's second studio album, My Everything (2014), continued the pop-R&B sound of its predecessor and incorporated EDM elements. It topped the Billboard 200 and featured four US top-ten singles: "Problem", "Break Free", "Bang Bang", and "Love Me Harder" featuring The Weeknd, the most of any artist that year. Grande's pop-R&B styles extended on her third studio album, Dangerous Woman (2016), which was her first of three consecutive number-one albums in the UK, and spawned top ten hits such as the Grammy nominated title track and "Side to Side".
On her next two albums, Sweetener (2018) and Thank U, Next (2019), Grande experimented with trap while maintaining her characteristic pop-R&B tones; being projects with her most creative control yet and showing a more personal and vulnerable side, both debuted at number one in several countries and were acclaimed by music critics. The former won a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album and spawned the international top three hit "No Tears Left to Cry", while the latter broke several streaming records. Grande became the first solo artist to hold the top three spots on the Billboard Hot 100 simultaneously when "7 Rings", "Break Up with Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored" and "Thank U, Next" did so in 2019. She is also the first artist to have the lead singles from each of their first six studio albums debut within the top ten in the US.
Grande released her sixth studio album, Positions (2020) with its lead single, "Positions" debuting at number one in the US and the UK simultaneously. The song became her third number one hit in the US following "Stuck With U" in collaboration with Justin Bieber and "Rain On Me", also in collaboration with Lady Gaga. A deluxe version of Positions was released in February 2021, with four new songs and a remix of "34+35" featuring Doja Cat and Megan Thee Stallion. The remix helped the song peak at number two, the highest-charting song credited to three or more female soloist since 2001 when "Lady Marmalade" performed by Christina Aguilera, Mýa, P!nk, and Lil Kim peaked at number one. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, becoming her fifth album to do so. In April 2021, a remix of The Weeknd's "Save Your Tears" was released featuring Grande. The song reached number one in both the US Hot 100 and the Canadian Hot 100. It spent a total of 69 weeks in the US charts, becoming one of the ten longest-running songs in that chart since its publication.
In November 2021, it was announced that Grande would star in the two-part film adaptation of the musical Wicked. The first movie is set to release on November 22nd, 2024.
Ariana Grande’s highly anticipated seventh studio album “eternal sunshine" was released on March 8th, 2024. The title is a reference to one of her favourite films, “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” which stars Jim Carrey. The album is a concept album inspired by the events of the film. The lead single “yes, and?" was released on January 12, 2024 and debuted at #1 on the Hot 100. eternal sunshine had a debut at #1 on the Global Spotify charts and on the Billboard 200. The album's 2nd single “we can't be friends (wait for your love)" also debuted at #1 on the Hot 100. During this album cycle, she collaborated with Mariah Carey, Brandy, Monica, Charli XCX, and Troye Sivan on various remixes.
Grande has received various accolades, including two Grammy Awards, ten VMAs, one Brit Award, two Billboard Music Awards, and three American Music Awards. All seven of Grande's full-length albums have been certified platinum by the RIAA. Grande has sold over 90 million records worldwide, making her one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Having amassed 98 billion streams globally as of 2021, Grande is one of the most-streamed artists of all time and became the first female artist to surpass 90 billion streams. She was the most-streamed female artist of the 2010s decade on Spotify and Apple Music, and was the only female artist to reach 3 billion total streams on the latter as of 2019. In 2024, Grande became the first artist to have five albums with multiple songs over a billion streams on Spotify. She is the only artist to debut the lead single from all their studio albums in the Top 10 of the Hot 100. Her signature ponytail hairstyle has become an iconic piece of pop culture iconography. In October 2024, she was named the 9th greatest pop star of the 21st Century by Billboard and was the newest artist on the list. In February 2019, she became the most followed woman on Instagram. Forbes ranked her amongst the highest-paid celebrities in 2019, and Time named Grande as one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016 and 2019. Billboard recognized her as the "Woman of the Year" in 2018. Her song "Thank U, Next" was in Rolling Stone's 2021 revision of their 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. In 2023, the magazine included Grande among the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.
Recording artists who have cited Grande as an influence or inspiration include Billie Eilish, Chappell Roan, Lana Del Rey, Bryson Tiller, Charlie Puth, Sufjan Stevens, Troye Sivan, Zara Larsson, Tate McRae, Madison Beer, Jung Kook, Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast, Giselle of aespa, and Meghan Trainor.
Bang Bang
Ariana Grande Lyrics
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But I can give it to you all the time
Sure she got a booty like a Cadillac
But I can send you into overdrive (oh)
You've been waiting for that
Step on up, swing your bat
You see anybody could be bad to you
You need a good girl to blow your mind, yeah
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
She might've let you hold her hand at school
But I'mma show you how to graduate
No, I don't need to hear you talk the talk
Just come and show me what your momma gave (oh yeah)
I heard you've gotta big baby, mouth but don't say a thing
See anybody could be good to you
You need a bad girl to blow your mind
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!) (You know what, girls? let me show you how to do it)
It's Myx Moscato
It's frizz in a bottle
It's Nicki full throttle, it's oh, oh
Swimming in the grotto
We winning in the lotto
We dipping in the powder blue, four door
Kitten so good
It's dripping on wood
Get a ride in the engine that could
Go, Batman, robbin' it
Bang bang, cockin' it
Queen Nicki dominant, prominent
It's me, Jessie, and Ari
If they test me, they sorry
Ride his uh like a Harley
Then pull off in his Ferrari
If he hanging we banging
Phone ringing, he slanging
It ain't karaoke night but get the mic 'cause I'm singing
B to the A to the N to the G to the uh
B to the A to the N to the G to the hey
See anybody could be good to you
You need a bad girl to blow your mind (your mind) (okay)
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Yo, I said bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
In Ariana Grande's song "Bang Bang," she describes how she is the better option for her love interest, despite other girls being physically attractive. She tells him that she is the good girl that can blow his mind, while other girls could be bad for him. She invites him to come and see what she's got, and she guarantees that he will be impressed with what she has to offer. She mentions that rumors say he has a big mouth, but she wants him to show her instead of telling her.
The chorus is catchy and states that she knows he wants her, and she will give him what he's been waiting for. She talks about them being in the backseat of her car and wants to take him there to show him a good time. The featuring artists, Nicki Minaj and Jesse J, show off their talents, with Nicki adding her own sense of dominance and power to the song.
Overall, the song is light-hearted and fun, and is a perfect song for dancing and singing along with friends. It also sends the message that sometimes, being the "bad girl" can be a good thing, and being confident is always attractive.
Line by Line Meaning
Sure she got a body like an hourglass
Although that woman might have a curvy body, I can offer you constant physical affection.
But I can give it to you all the time
I am capable of providing you with constant physical intimacy.
Sure she got a booty like a Cadillac
Although that woman might have a big butt, I can offer you an even more intense sexual experience.
But I can send you into overdrive (oh)
I can give you a more intense sexual experience than that woman.
You've been waiting for that
You have been anticipating this type of physical intimacy.
Step on up, swing your bat
Approach me confidently and with sexual desire.
You see anybody could be bad to you
There are many people who could treat you badly.
You need a good girl to blow your mind, yeah
You require a sweet girl to surprise and excite you sexually.
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
I am walking with confidence into your space, knowing you desire me.
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
I am going to give you everything you want in terms of physical touch and intimacy.
Wait a minute let me take you there (ah)
Hold on, let me guide you to the level of sexual ecstasy that you want.
Wait a minute 'til you (ah, hey!)
Just wait a moment and see what I can offer you in terms of physical pleasure.
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
I am going to capture your heart and give you the physical pleasure you have been craving.
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Let's head to the backseat of my car where I will take you to the next level of physical pleasure.
She might've let you hold her hand at school
That woman might have been willing to hold your hand in the past.
But I'ma show you how to graduate
But I am going to take you to the next level both sexually and emotionally.
No, I don't need to hear you talk the talk
You don't need to tell me what you want, I already know it.
Just come and show me what your momma gave (oh yeah)
Just come and show me your physical abilities and what you are capable of, and we will see what happens.
I heard you've gotta big baby, mouth but don't say a thing
I have heard that you can talk a big game, but let's see if you can back it up.
See anybody could be good to you
Many people are capable of being kind and caring towards you.
You need a bad girl to blow your mind
But you need a girl who is daring and sensual to excite you sexually.
It's Myx Moscato
My drink of choice is Myx Moscato.
It's frizz in a bottle
This drink has natural carbonation just like champagne but is sweet like Moscato.
It's Nicki full throttle, it's oh, oh
Nicki is on the move, full of energy and enthusiasm.
Swimming in the grotto
We are spending time together in a private, secluded area.
We winning in the lotto
We are both experiencing an exceptionally good time.
We dipping in the powder blue, four door
We are cruising around in a luxurious blue, four-door car.
Kitten so good
Referring to the female genitalia or sexual performance.
It's dripping on wood
Referring to bodily fluids (sexual arousal) soaking through clothes onto a hard surface.
Get a ride in the engine that could
Experience sexual pleasure so intense it feels like riding in a powerful engine.
Go, Batman, robbin' it
Let's go after what we want, like it's a robbery, with me in the dominant role like Batman.
Bang bang, cockin' it
I am ready to give you everything you want, in terms of physical intimacy.
Queen Nicki dominant, prominent
Referring to herself in third person, Nicki is dominant and takes a prominent role in sexual situations.
It's me, Jessie, and Ari
The three women are spending time together.
If they test me, they sorry
If anyone challenges or disrespects me, they will be sorry.
Ride his uh like a Harley
Suggesting sexual activity, riding the male partner like a motorcycle.
Then pull off in his Ferrari
After engaging in sexual activity, they will leave in the male partner's expensive car.
If he hanging we banging
If the male partner is willing to have sex, they will engage in an intense sexual activity.
Phone ringing, he slanging
The phone is ringing and the male partner is making money through illegal activity.
It ain't karaoke night but get the mic 'cause I'm singing
It may not be karaoke night, but she is singing confidently about sexual situations.
B to the A to the N to the G to the uh
Spelling the word BANG in order to emphasize the sexual nature of the song.
B to the A to the N to the G to the hey
Referring to herself and telling the listener to pay attention.
See anybody could be good to you
Many people are capable of being kind and caring towards you.
You need a bad girl to blow your mind (your mind) (okay)
But you require a daring girl to excite you sexually and stimulate your mind.
Yo, I said bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang
Repeating the word 'bang' for emphasis on the sexual nature of the song.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Max Martin, Rickard Goransson, Savan Kotecha, Onika Tanya Maraj
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@xenomorphines
Nikki's part
It's Myx Moscato
It's frizz in a bottle
It's Nicki full throttle, it's oh, oh
Swimming in the grotto
We winning in the lotto
We dipping in the powder blue, four door
Kitten so good
It's dripping on wood
Get a ride in the engine that could
Go, Batman, robbin' it
Bang bang, cockin' it
Queen Nicki dominant, prominent
It's me, Jessie, and Ari
If they test me, they sorry
Ride his uh like a Harley
Then pull off in his Ferrari
If he hanging we banging
Phone ringing, he slanging
It ain't karaoke night but get the mic 'cause I'm singing
B to the A to the N to the G to the uh
B to the A to the N to the G to the hey
@namexox4584
nickis part 😌
1:45
It's Myx Moscato
It's frizz in a bottle
It's Nicki full throttle, it's oh, oh
Swimming in the grotto
We winning in the lotto
We dipping in the powder blue, four door
Kitten so good
It's dripping on wood
Get a ride in the engine that could
Go, Batman, robbin' it
Bang bang, cockin' it
Queen Nicki dominant, prominent
It's me, Jessie, and Ari
If they test me, they sorry
Ride his uh like a Harley
Then pull off in his Ferrari
If he hanging we banging
Phone ringing, he slanging
It ain't karaoke night but get the mic 'cause I'm singing
B to the A to the N to the G to the uh
B to the A to the N to the G to the hey
See anybody could be good to you
You need a bad girl to blow your mind
@isyachannel1177
Lyrics ✌🏾
She got a body like an hourglass
But I can give it to you all the time
She got a booty like a Cadillac
But I can send you into overdrive (Oh)
(You've been waiting for that)
(Stop, hold up, swing your bat)
See anybody could be bad to you
You need a good girl to blow your mind, yeah
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute, let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, hey!)
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute, let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, hey!)
She might'a let you hold her hand in school
But I'ma show you how to graduate
No, I don't need to hear you talk the talk
Just come and show me what your momma gave ya (Oh, yeah)
I heard you've got a very big (Shh)
Mouth but don't say a thing
See anybody could be good to you
You need a bad girl to blow your mind
Bang bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute, let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, hey!)
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute, let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, yeah) (You know what, girls?)
(Let me show you how to do it)
It's Myx Moscato
It's frizz in a bottle
It's Nicki full throttle
It's oh, oh
Swimming in the grotto
We winning in the lotto
We dipping in the pot of blue foam, so
Kitten so good
It's dripping on wood
Get a ride in the engine that could go
Batman robbin' it
Bang, bang, cockin' it
Queen Nicki dominant, prominent
It's me, Jessie, and Ari
If they test me they sorry
Ride his uh, like a Harley
Then pull off in his Ferrari
If he hangin' we bangin'
Phone rangin', he slangin'
It ain't karaoke night but get the mic 'cause I'm singin' (Uh)
B to the A, to the N, to the G, to the uh (Baby)
B to the A, to the N, to the G, to the, hey
See anybody could be good to you
You need a bad girl to blow your mind (Your mind)
Bang, bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, hey!)
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, hey!)
Bang, bang into the room (I know you want it)
Bang bang all over you (I'll let you have it)
Yo, I said
Bang, bang
Bang, bang, ba-bang, bang
Bang, bang, bang
Bang, bang, ba-bang, bang
Bang bang there goes your heart (I know you want it)
Back, back seat of my car (I'll let you have it)
Wait a minute let me take you there (Ah)
Wait a minute 'til ya (Ah, hey!)
@Ellie-lg6qx
Who practice nikis part till they got it right
@safaahmed9368
Me
@hdmijake2891
I spent a month on it 😭
@lillyjonas7914
I didn't I just did it plus I like to rap and sing pop and dance
@miaramore
freaking me lol
@jtclub7858
P
@xenomorphines
Nikki's part
It's Myx Moscato
It's frizz in a bottle
It's Nicki full throttle, it's oh, oh
Swimming in the grotto
We winning in the lotto
We dipping in the powder blue, four door
Kitten so good
It's dripping on wood
Get a ride in the engine that could
Go, Batman, robbin' it
Bang bang, cockin' it
Queen Nicki dominant, prominent
It's me, Jessie, and Ari
If they test me, they sorry
Ride his uh like a Harley
Then pull off in his Ferrari
If he hanging we banging
Phone ringing, he slanging
It ain't karaoke night but get the mic 'cause I'm singing
B to the A to the N to the G to the uh
B to the A to the N to the G to the hey
@mybigrightball
I love u😭❤️
@chloemorganparker1876
God bless your soul
@spotdoggy3989
It's a lyric video ;-;