In April 2015, Bourelly released her first single, "Riot", a song that discusses Bourelly's wish to be recognized as an "authentic" and legitimate musician.In July 2015, she was featured on Lil Wayne's "Without You", which appeared on his Free Weezy Album. A month later, she was featured in (and co-wrote) Nick Brewer's "Talk to Me".She also co-wrote (with Chris Braide) Selena Gomez's "Camouflage" from her album, Revival,and was featured in Usher's single, "Chains", alongside Nas. She performed the latter song with Usher and Nas at the TIDAL X Concert in October 2015.
In October 2015, Bourelly released another single entitled, "Ego".The song made it onto the Spotify Viral Charts for several nations, peaking at No. 2 in the US, No. 8 in the UK, and No. 4 on the overall global charts.The song has been described as a "powerful, unapologetic ballad to self confidence".The music video for "Ego" was filmed in Bourelly's hometown of Berlin and was directed by Branwen Okpako.
In March 2016, the third single, "Sally" was released accompanied by an interactive video.She made her television debut on the NBC Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. In the summer of 2016, Bourelly toured with Haim and Rihanna prior to going on her solo "Free The Real" tour in North America. She was also featured in the well-known Women Who Dare campaign by Harper's Bazaar alongside Hillary Clinton, Iskra Lawrence, and Uma Thurman.
Ego
Bibi Bourelly Lyrics
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Got holes in my pants but a sick flow
Can't nobody tell me I ain't real, no
'Cause all I'm around is fake people
I got a lot of haters, I'ma let them niggas hate
I won't ever be fake, that ain't up for debate
And I won't ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever give a fuck
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d
You got me fucked up
You got me fucked up, oh Lord
They want me to be this picture-perfect girl
In a little picture-perfect world
But I cuss when I talk, and I lean when I walk
And I've been through some shit and I've gained and I've lost
And all of the teachers used to keep me after class
Behind the school bleachers suckin' on cigarettes
I'm out of the norm since the day I was born
And I put this on life, I won't ever conform
I won't ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever give a fuck
Won't ever, ever, ever give a fuck
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down d-d-down
You got me fucked up
You got me fucked up
Went from high school to Hollywood
From Hollywood to stadiums
From stadiums to the whole wide world singin' my song along
Berlin to Tokyo, Egypt to USA
If you're still holdin' on, let me hear you say
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
They won't bring you down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
Oh they got you fucked up
Bibi Bourelly's song "Ego" is an anthem for her self-confidence and refusal to conform to society's expectations. In the first verse, Bibi describes her pride and confidence, identifying herself as different from those around her who are fake. She recognizes that she has gained haters due to her authenticity, but refuses to let them bring her down, stating that she will never be fake. She repeats the phrase "won't ever give a fuck" to emphasize her determination to stay true to herself and not let the opinions of others sway her.
In the second verse, Bibi discusses the pressure she's faced to fit into society's image of a "picture-perfect girl" with a "picture-perfect world". However, she acknowledges that she has a unique personality and has been through difficult experiences that have shaped her into who she is today. She refuses to conform to society's expectations and instead embraces her differences, stating that she won't ever conform.
The chorus reinforces Bibi's confidence, with the repetition of "You won't bring me down" and "You got me fucked up" asserting her belief in her self-worth and defiance against those who try to bring her down. The final verse describes Bibi's rise to fame and how her message has resonated with people across the world.
Overall, "Ego" is a powerful declaration of self-confidence and authenticity. Bibi Bourelly's lyrics remind listeners that it's okay to be different and that staying true to oneself is essential for personal fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm nineteen years old with a big ego
Even though I'm young, I have a huge ego.
Got holes in my pants but a sick flow
Even though I dress shabbily, I have exceptional talent.
Can't nobody tell me I ain't real, no
No one can question my authenticity.
'Cause all I'm around is fake people
I'm surrounded by insincere individuals.
I got a lot of haters, I'ma let them niggas hate
Despite having many detractors, I'll let them dislike me.
I won't ever be fake, that ain't up for debate
Being phoney is not an option for me.
And I won't ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever give a fuck
I don't care about anyone or anything's opinions.
Won't ever, ever, ever give a fuck
This feeling will not change.
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Others cannot diminish my confidence.
You got me fucked up
You are wrong about me.
They want me to be this picture-perfect girl
Society desires me to be a flawless, ideal woman.
In a little picture-perfect world
Living a life that is perfect and without flaw.
But I cuss when I talk, and I lean when I walk
My speech is vulgar and I have a swagger in my posture.
And I've been through some shit and I've gained and I've lost
I have experienced both favorable and unfavorable situations.
And all of the teachers used to keep me after class
In the past, my instructors would make me stay behind.
Behind the school bleachers suckin' on cigarettes
In secret, I would smoke cigarettes behind the school stands.
I'm out of the norm since the day I was born
Ever since my birth, I have been a non-conformist.
And I put this on life, I won't ever conform
I guarantee that I will never change to fit in.
Went from high school to Hollywood
I progressed from high school to the entertainment mecca.
From Hollywood to stadiums
My success has taken me from the movie industry to large arenas.
From stadiums to the whole wide world singin' my song along
Now I am renowned all over the globe, with people singing my music.
Berlin to Tokyo, Egypt to USA
I am famous in many countries, from Europe to Asia to Africa to the Americas.
If you're still holdin' on, let me hear you say
If you are still a supporter of mine, express it to me.
They won't bring you down, down, d-d-down
The opposition will not decrease your morale.
Oh they got you fucked up
Same with them, no one is right in underestimating you.
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Fabbien Nahounou, Badriia Bourelly
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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I'm nineteen years old with a big ego
Got holes in my pants but a sick flow
Can't nobody tell me I ain't real, no
'Cause all I'm around is fake people
I got a lot of haters, I'ma let them niggas hate
I won't ever be fake, that ain't up for debate
And I won't ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever give a fuck
Won't ever, ever, ever give a fuck
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d
You got me fucked up
You got me fucked up, oh Lord
They want me to be this picture-perfect girl
In a little picture-perfect world
But I cuss when I talk, and I lean when I walk
And I've been through some shit and I've gained and I've lost
And all of the teachers used to keep me after class
Behind the school bleachers suckin' on cigarettes
I'm out of the norm since the day I was born
And I put this on life, I won't ever conform
I won't ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever, ever give a fuck
Won't ever, ever, ever give a fuck
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down d-d-down
You got me fucked up
You got me fucked up
Went from high school to Hollywood
From Hollywood to stadiums
From stadiums to the whole wide world singin' my song along
Berlin to Tokyo, Egypt to USA
If you're still holdin' on, let me hear you say
You won't bring me down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
They won't bring you down, down, d-d-down
Down, d-d-down, down, d-d-down
Oh they got you fucked up
@dani3629
Bibi Bourelly featuring Alessia Cara. I NEED THIS <3333
@Jussara1376
They have similar voices. Love Alessia Cara! <3
@ahjanaesvocals3349
omfg yesss!
@KaptenSeptum
OMFG YES! I WANT IT SINCE YESTERDAY! :O
@madisonaudree
Yazzzz For Real!!!!!πππππππππππππ
@iamalwayssinging
Wild girls
@themisfitt4364
One of the most authentic artists I've ever heard. I love how real she is and I can't wait until she blows up.
@kazzythegypsy_3.0
The Misfitt u waited.......it happened. that's real shit
@jtsfarr9047
Love it. JT
@booskiieortega3771
I agrr