Run the world
Beyonce Ft Nicki Minaj Lyrics

Girls, we run this motha, yeah
Females are in charge, we are the ones who control everything.

Who run the world? Girls
Females run everything in this world, we are the ones who are in control.

Some of them men think They freak this like we do But no they don't Make your check come at they neck Disrespect us no they won't
Some men may try to imitate us but they cannot match our power and intelligence. If they disrespect us, we will hold them accountable by taking their money.

Boy don't even try to touch this Boy this beat is crazy This is how they made me Houston Texas baby
Do not attempt to mess with us or our music, we are powerful and uniquely talented. Beyonce is from Houston and proud of her roots.

This goes out to all my girls That's in the club rocking the latest Who will buy it for themselves And get more money later
This message is dedicated to all the women who can afford to buy expensive things for themselves and have the intelligence and work ethic to make even more money later on.

I think I need a barber None of these niggas can fight me I'm so good with this, I remind you I'm so hood with this
Beyonce needs a haircut, and she can take on any man who tries to fight her because she is skilled and powerful. She also reminds everyone that despite her success, she remains true to her roots.

Boy I'm just playing Come here baby Hope you still like me "F" you pay me
Beyonce is just joking around, and anyone who wants to be with her will have to pay her for her time and talent.

My persuasion can build a nation Endless power Our love we can devour You'll do anything for me
Beyonce's ability to convince people can bring about positive change on a large scale. Her love is so strong that it can conquer anything, and she can make anyone do anything for her.

It's hot up in here DJ don't be scared To run this, Run this back
The atmosphere is intense and exciting, and the DJ should not be afraid to replay the song and keep the party going.

I'm repping for the girls Who taking over the world Have me raise a glass For the college grads
Beyonce is representing for all the women who are asserting their power and taking over the world. She toasts to the college graduates who are entering the workforce with their degrees.

Anyone rolling I'll let you know What time it is, check You can't hold me
Beyonce is letting everyone know that she is in control and cannot be held back by anyone.

I wrote my 9 to 5 Gotta cop my cheque This goes out to all The women getting it in
Beyonce works hard to earn her paycheck, and she sends a shoutout to all the women who are also working hard and earning their own income.

Get on your grind To the other men That respect what I do Please accept my shine
Beyonce encourages everyone to work hard and respect her and other successful women. She asks that others appreciate her success and allow her to shine.

Boy you know you love it How we're smart enough To make these millions Strong enough to bare the children Then get back to business
Men love women who are intelligent and capable of making lots of money. Women are also strong enough to have children and then return to their work and careers.

See, you better not play me Don't come here baby Hope you still like me "F" you pay me
No one should mess with Beyonce or disrespect her. If they want to work with her, they will have to pay her for her talent and time.

Who are we? What we brought? The world (who run this motha', yeah)
Females brought so much to the table and dominate the world, which is why they are in charge.

Who are we? What we brought? The world (who run this motha', yeah) Who are we? What do we run? We run the world (who run this motha', yeah)
Females brought so much to the table and dominate the world, which is why they are in charge. Women run the world and no one can deny it.