Banks has released three mixtapes (Fantasea in 2012, Slay-Z in 2016 and Yung Rapunxel: Pt.II in 2019), one studio album (Broke with Expensive Taste in 2014) and two extended plays (1991 in 2012 and Icy Colors Change in 2018). Her long-delayed second and third studio albums, Fantasea II: The Second Wave and Business & Pleasure, await release. The lead singles from each respective album, "Anna Wintour" and "Black Madonna" were released in April 2018 and June 2020 respectively.
In early 2017, Banks launched her online store, CheapyXO. The site sells spiritual items, artist merchandise from Banks and most notably, original skin-care products. In December 2017, she had her film debut in the musical drama Love Beats Rhymes, receiving positive reviews for her performance as the lead actress in the film.
Throughout her career, Banks' social media presence and outspoken views, especially on U.S. politics and race, have attracted significant controversy, criticism, and media scrutiny. She has developed a reputation for having disputes with public figures on Twitter.
Jumanji
Azealia Banks Lyrics
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Go anthem banana
Get the you got the question
That answer for lama, mama
I'm bad-ba-bada bad-ba-bada
Put your bets up
Choice i give
It's feathers and leathers
A-b a-b the two letters
It's about my brand two dead lip
I plan to blame all them hammers
Go on live out the limo
Li-ni-ni-ni, li-ni-ni-ni
Leave all my photos and pictures
Inside the fake candid cameras
With all these critics and scandals
Manhattan inside the gigantic
Rule bitch all day, uptown, broadway
Rule bitch all day, uptown, broadway
That can and can and continue
Your anti-nanas and cameras
They all jamming the jam
Come join and put you hands up
Let's go briefing in cabanas
All my vehicles handsome
The mulas with the passels
Are border-less for the fellas
These bitches in the glitter
Fuckers i bet the dreaming
They never took your money
I can never understand them
That cutie, cutie
Than beauty
Then juicy, juicy
Who truly tattooed
Who's is your fruity tutty
And boobie, don't make me remove your coofy
I'll do it cause it's my duty
Crazy ain't kinda spooky
You move this stuff at the gucci
Rule bitch all day, uptown, broadway
Rule bitch all day, uptown, broadway
All of my bitches brooji
Designer vagina gucci
These niggas all kins groupies
They flying, ain't trying to scoop me
Ruffing in cabanas
All my vehicles handsome
The mulas with the passels
Are border-less for the fellas
These bitches in the glitter
Fuckers i bet the dreaming
They never took your money
I can never understand them
Ruffing in cabanas
All my vehicles handsome
The mulas with the passels
Are border-less for the fellas
These bitches in the glitter
Fuckers i bet the dreaming
They never took your money
I can never understand them
Get that, split that
Make 'em spend that
Whip that, flip that
Make them chips fly
Real bitch all day, uptown, broadway
Real bitch all day, uptown, broadway
Get that, split that
Make 'em spend that
Whip that, flip that
Make them chips fly
In the first verse of Jumanji, Azealia Banks talks about a "jima jima" which could refer to her own interpretation of the word "jungle," which is a prominent theme in the song as it samples jungle-inspired beats. She goes on to talk about putting bets up and giving choices, which could refer to her own power and control in the music industry. She also mentions feathers and leathers and the brand "two dead lip," which could be a reference to her own fashion choices or her brand as an artist. She plans to blame all them hammers, which could refer to any kind of criticism or hate she receives in the industry. She also talks about leaving photos and pictures behind, which could be a commentary on the fake nature of the music industry and how artists portray themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the jima jima
Starting off with a catchy phrase to grab attention
Go anthem banana
Encouraging listeners to groove and dance to the rhythm of the music
Get the you got the question
Asking if the listeners are ready for the challenge ahead
That answer for lama, mama
Promising to provide the solution to the challenge
I'm bad-ba-bada bad-ba-bada
Introducing herself with a catchy phrase, emphasizing her confidence
Put your bets up
Challenging the listeners to take a risk and believe in her
Choice i give
Giving the option to follow or not, emphasizing her freedom to create her own path
Said the cin-cin
Going with the flow, living in the moment
It's feathers and leathers
Describing her unique style, unconventional and bold
A-b a-b the two letters
Playing with rhymes and sounds, making an impact with her words
It's about my brand two dead lip
Referencing her brand as a representation of her persona and creativity
I plan to blame all them hammers
Emphasizing her determination to succeed and not let anything hold her back
Go on live out the limo
Encouraging listeners to live luxuriously and enjoy the success and fame
Li-ni-ni-ni, li-ni-ni-ni
Using sounds and rhythms to convey emotions and add to the flow of the song
Leave all my photos and pictures
Refusing to let anyone judge or control her image, staying true to herself
Inside the fake candid cameras
Acknowledging the fake and subjective nature of media and paparazzi
With all these critics and scandals
Dealing with the negative aspects of fame and attention, staying strong and resilient
Manhattan inside the gigantic
Referencing her hometown and the scale of her dreams and ambition
Rule bitch all day, uptown, broadway
Expressing her power and dominance in a male-dominated industry and society
That can and can and continue
Acknowledging the constant flow of challenges and obstacles in life, and the need to keep going
Your anti-nanas and cameras
Refusing to conform to societal rules and expectations, rejecting the norms
They all jamming the jam
Commenting on the crowded and competitive nature of the music industry
Come join and put you hands up
Encouraging listeners to embrace the music and join the party
Let's go briefing in cabanas
Inviting listeners to join her in luxurious and exotic locations, enjoying life to the fullest
All my vehicles handsome
Showing off her wealth and extravagant lifestyle
The mulas with the passels
Referencing her money and wealth, and how it provides her with opportunities
Are border-less for the fellas
Breaking down barriers and stereotypes, fighting for equality and respect
These bitches in the glitter
Referring to other female artists in the industry, competing for fame and attention
Fuckers i bet the dreaming
Expressing her contempt for those who doubt her and her talent
They never took your money
Continuing to defy expectations and make her own way, regardless of what others think
I can never understand them
Feeling isolated and misunderstood, despite her fame and success
That cutie, cutie
Addressing someone and calling them cute and attractive
Than beauty
Emphasizing the person's beauty and attractiveness
Then juicy, juicy
Describing the person's curves and sensuality
Who truly tattooed
Asking who the tattoos belong to, emphasizing the person's individuality
Who's is your fruity tutty
Asking about the other person's unique characteristics and quirks
And boobie, don't make me remove your coofy
Asserting her dominance and warning others not to mess with her
I'll do it cause it's my duty
Taking responsibility for her own actions and decisions, refusing to back down
Crazy ain't kinda spooky
Describing herself as unconventional and unpredictable, defying norms and expectations
You move this stuff at the gucci
Bringing attention to her expensive and luxurious lifestyle, enjoying the finer things in life
Real bitch all day, uptown, broadway
Identifying herself as a strong and confident woman, taking control of her life and career
These niggas all kins groupies
Referring to the male fans and artists who try to gain her attention and favor
They flying, ain't trying to scoop me
Commenting on the superficial and insincere nature of some of her followers and admirers
Get that, split that
Encouraging listeners to earn money and chase their dreams
Make 'em spend that
Encouraging people to be consumers and enjoy the material things in life
Whip that, flip that
Encouraging people to be creative and entrepreneurial, making the most of their resources
Make them chips fly
Motivating people to work hard and succeed in their endeavors
Contributed by Owen C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.