I Dont Give A
B.F.M Lyrics


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Wake up ex-wife
This is your life
Children on your own
Turning on the telephone
Messengers, manager
No time for a manicure
Working out, shake my ass
I know how to multi-task
Connecting to the WIFI
Went from nerd to superb
Have you seen the new guy?
I forgot the password
Gotta call the babysitter
Tweetin’ on the elevator
I could take a helicopter
I don’t even feel the pressure

I’m gonna be okay
I don’t care what the people say
I’m gonna be alright
Gonna live fast and I’m gonna live right

I’m moving fast can you follow my track?
I’m moving fast and I like it like that
I do ten things all at once
And if you have a problem
I don’t give a

You were so mad at me
Who’s got custody
Lawyers suck it up
Didn’t have a pre-nup
Make a film, write a song
Gotta get my stockings on
Meet the press, buy the dress
All of this to impress
Ride my horse, break some bones
Take it down a semitone
I forgot to say my prayers
Baby Jesus on the stairs
Gotta sign a contract
Gotta get my money back
All the biters have to go
Standing in the front row

I’m gonna be okay
I don’t care what the people say
I’m gonna be alright
Gonna live fast and I’m gonna live right

I’m moving fast can you follow my track?
I’m moving fast and I like it like that
I do ten things all at once
And if you have a problem
I don’t give a

I tried to be a good girl
I tried to be your wife
Diminished myself
And I swallowed my light
I tried to become all
That you expect of me
And if it was a failure
I don’t give a

I don’t give a
I don’t give a
I don’t give a
I don’t give a

Shots fire, anything you hear Nicki on, that's fire
You don't hear them bums on nothin', that's fire
Tell 'em, catch fire
In the Bugatti, ten grand, one tire
Ayo Madonna, Nicki ah say you original Don Dada
Inna ya Gabbana, Inna all ya Prada
We material girls, ain't nobody hotter
Pops collar
See I really can't relate to your Volvo
And you can't get these shoes at a Aldo
When I let a dude go, that's his loss
I was cuttin' him checks, I was his boss
Yo I don't give a f you, a curse, nor bless you
Never let them stress you.
I ain't a business woman, I'm a business, woman
And I'm known for giving bitches the business, woman

I’m gonna be okay
I don’t care what the people say
I’m gonna be alright
Gonna live fast and I’m gonna live right

I’m moving fast can you follow my track?
I’m moving fast and I like it like that
I do ten things all at once
And if you have a problem
I don’t give a





There's only one queen, and that's Madonna

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to B.F.M's "I Don't Give A" depict the hectic and chaotic life of a woman who has moved on from a failed marriage and is now focused on her own success. The first verse talks about the numerous responsibilities she has to juggle such as managing her children, working, connecting to the internet, and even searching for a new partner. Despite this overwhelming workload, she is confident and unbothered by societal pressure, declaring that she will live fast and right.


The second verse alludes to the repercussions of her failed marriage, including custody battles and legal disputes. She describes the various commitments she has to fulfill from attending press events, riding horses, signing contracts, and breaking bones in the process. Yet, even with all of this going on, she remains unapologetic for being herself and not conforming to societal standards.


The bridge features a collaboration with Nicki Minaj, who emphasizes the message of female empowerment, stating that she is a businesswoman and known for giving "itches the business." The two women are confident and assertive, not allowing anyone to bring them down.


Overall, the song is about embracing one's independence and not conforming to societal standards, especially when it comes to female success.


Line by Line Meaning

Wake up ex-wife
The singer is starting a new chapter in her life after a divorce.


This is your life
She is taking control of her own life and making her own decisions.


Children on your own
The singer is raising her children on her own.


Turning on the telephone
She's starting her day by checking messages and getting in touch with clients and colleagues.


Messengers, manager
The singer deals with her professional life and employs people to help her.


No time for a manicure
She's too busy with work to worry about personal grooming.


Working out, shake my ass
She exercises to stay fit and healthy, and is confident in showing off her body.


I know how to multi-task
She's capable of doing multiple things at once, which is necessary given her busy life.


Connecting to the WIFI
She's making sure she's always connected and able to work, even on the go.


Went from nerd to superb
The singer has evolved from being a nerdy person to a successful, confident person.


Have you seen the new guy?
She's seeing someone new after the divorce, possibly seeking a fresh start.


I forgot the password
Even with a lot going on, the singer still forgets mundane things sometimes.


Gotta call the babysitter
She's responsible for her children and needs to arrange care for them.


Tweetin’ on the elevator
The singer is always connected and active on social media, even in unexpected places.


I could take a helicopter
The singer is financially well-off and has the means to take expensive modes of transportation.


I don’t even feel the pressure
She's confident in her abilities and doesn't succumb to stress easily.


I’m gonna be okay
Despite the challenges she faces, the singer feels that she will be alright in the end.


I don’t care what the people say
She's not concerned with others' opinions and is determined to make her own decisions.


I’m gonna be alright
She's confident that she'll get through any challenges she faces.


Gonna live fast and I’m gonna live right
She intends to live life boldly and make morally sound decisions.


I’m moving fast can you follow my track?
The singer is rapidly progressing in her life and may be leaving people behind.


I’m moving fast and I like it like that
She's comfortable with her fast-paced life and enjoys it.


I do ten things all at once
The singer is a multitasker and is able to juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously.


And if you have a problem
The singer is unbothered by others' opinions and potential criticism.


I don’t give a
The singer is unapologetically herself and doesn't let others dictate her actions or beliefs.


You were so mad at me
The singer is addressing someone who was previously upset with her.


Who’s got custody
She's dealing with custody issues over her children.


Lawyers suck it up
She's handling legal issues related to her divorce and custody.


Didn’t have a pre-nup
The singer and her ex-husband didn't have a prenuptial agreement, leading to legal complications and financial issues.


Make a film, write a song
The singer is creatively talented and may be working on music or film projects.


Gotta get my stockings on
She's getting ready for work, including dressing professionally.


Meet the press, buy the dress
She's dealing with media attention and has to dress appropriately for interviews or public appearances.


All of this to impress
She's aware of the pressure to look and act a certain way in public, which may not be authentic to her true self.


Ride my horse, break some bones
She enjoys activities like horseback riding that may be dangerous or physically demanding.


Take it down a semitone
She uses musical terminology to emphasize the need to slow down and take a break at times.


I forgot to say my prayers
The singer may have a spiritual side but is too distracted or busy to properly practice her faith.


Baby Jesus on the stairs
A tongue-in-cheek reference to Christian religious imagery.


Gotta sign a contract
The singer is a public figure who constantly has to negotiate and sign contracts related to various projects.


Gotta get my money back
She's dealing with financial issues, likely related to the divorce and legal battles.


All the biters have to go
She's uninterested in copycats or people trying to take credit for her work.


Standing in the front row
The singer has achieved success in her career and is a prominent figure.


Shots fire, anything you hear Nicki on, that's fire
Nicki Minaj is a talented rapper; anything she collaborates on is likely to be successful.


You don't hear them bums on nothin', that's fire
Other less talented artists don't get the same opportunities as Nicki Minaj because she is in demand.


Tell 'em, catch fire
A playful way of telling others to step up their game.


In the Bugatti, ten grand, one tire
Nicki Minaj enjoys luxury items and isn't afraid to show it; also, the Bugatti is so expensive that the cost of replacing one tire is worth ten grand.


Ayo Madonna, Nicki ah say you original Don Dada
Nicki Minaj respects Madonna and considers her a powerful figure in the music industry.


Inna ya Gabbana, Inna all ya Prada
Nicki Minaj and Madonna share a love of designer fashion labels.


We material girls, ain't nobody hotter
Both singers are wealthy and powerful, and they don't shy away from flaunting their material possessions or status.


Pops collar
A fashion statement that originated in hip-hop culture; it signifies confidence and success.


See I really can't relate to your Volvo
Nicki Minaj is in a different financial bracket from most of her fans, and can't relate to their more modest lifestyles.


And you can't get these shoes at a Aldo
Nicki Minaj wears high-end designer shoes that are unavailable at discount retailers like Aldo.


When I let a dude go, that's his loss
Nicki Minaj is confident in herself and her worth, and doesn't feel bad about rejecting romantic partners who don't treat her well.


I was cuttin' him checks, I was his boss
Nicki Minaj is financially successful and powerful, and doesn't need a man to support her or tell her what to do.


Yo I don't give a f you, a curse, nor bless you
Nicki Minaj doesn't care about other people's opinions, whether they're positive or negative.


Never let them stress you.
Nicki Minaj encourages people to not let others bring them down or cause them anxiety.


I ain't a business woman, I'm a business, woman
Nicki Minaj is a talented artist, but also a savvy businesswoman who knows how to market and sell herself.


And I'm known for giving bitches the business, woman
Nicki Minaj isn't afraid to take on other female artists or compete aggressively for success.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: . MADONNA, ONIKA TANYA MARAJ, MARTIN SOLVEIG, JULIEN JABRE

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