Billionaire
Bruno Mars feat. B.o.B Lyrics


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I wanna be a billionaire so freakin' bad
Buy all of the things I never had
Uh, I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Smiling next to Oprah and the Queen

Oh every time I close my eyes
I see my name in shining lights
Yeah, a different city every night oh right
I swear the world better prepare
For when I'm a billionaire

Yeah I would have a show like Oprah
I would be the host of, everyday Christmas
Give Travie a wish list
I'd probably pull an Angelina and Brad Pitt
And adopt a bunch of babies that ain't never had shit
Give away a few Mercedes like here lady have this
And last but not least grant somebody their last wish
It's been a couple months that I've been single so
You can call me Travie Claus minus the Ho Ho
Get it, hehe, I'd probably visit where Katrina hit
And damn sure do a lot more than FEMA did
Yeah can't forget about me stupid
Everywhere I go Imma have my own theme music

Oh every time I close my eyes
I see my name in shining lights
A different city every night oh right
I swear the world better prepare
For when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire

I'll be playing basketball with the President
Dunking on his delegates
Then I'll compliment him on his political etiquette
Toss a couple milli in the air just for the heck of it
But keep the five, twenties tens and bens completely separate
And yeah I'll be in a whole new tax bracket
We in recession but let me take a crack at it
I'll probably take whatever's left and just split it up
So everybody that I love can have a couple bucks
And not a single tummy around me would know what hungry was
Eating good sleeping soundly
I know we all have a similar dream
Go in your pocket pull out your wallet
And put it in the air and sing

I wanna be a billionaire so fuckin' bad
Buy all of the things I never had
Uh, I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Smiling next to Oprah and the Queen
Oh every time I close my eyes I see my name in shining lights
A different city every night all right
I swear the world better prepare for when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire
Oh ooh oh ooh for when I'm a billionaire





I wanna be a billionaire so fuckin' bad!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Bruno Mars and B.o.B’s Billionaire follow a dream of wanting to become a billionaire and the luxuries and experiences that come with it. Bruno Mars sings about wanting to buy all the things he never had and being on the cover of Forbes magazine beside Oprah and the Queen. He even visualizes his name in shining lights and touring the world, visiting different cities every night. For him, being a billionaire would signify success and a life of abundance with no more financial worries. He even mentions his desire to have his own show like Oprah and giving away Mercedes and adopting children, philanthropic gestures that would bring him joy.


B.o.B, on the other hand, expresses his plans for his wealth by stating he would play basketball with the President, compliment him on his political etiquette, and even toss a couple of million dollars in the air for the heck of it. He plans to be in a whole new tax bracket and help his loved ones by giving them a couple of bucks. Together, Mars and B.o.B capture the essence of the American dream of “rags to riches” and the freedom and excess that come with unimaginable wealth.


In summary, the song, Billionaire by Bruno Mars feat. B.o.B is a mix of aspiration and extravagance and a longing to escape the ordinary and experience the world in a grand and luxurious way.


Line by Line Meaning

I wanna be a billionaire so freakin' bad
I have aspirations of achieving great wealth and financial success.


Buy all of the things I never had
I want to have the ability to purchase and enjoy all of the luxuries and experiences that I have been unable to attain thus far.


Uh, I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
I have a desire to be recognized and celebrated for my significant financial accomplishments and success by being featured on the cover of a prestigious magazine like Forbes.


Smiling next to Oprah and the Queen
I aspire to have such significant wealth and success that I would be able to interact and take photos with influential and powerful individuals such as Oprah and the Queen.


Oh every time I close my eyes
I frequently daydream about my future success and what my life will be like once I achieve my financial goals.


I see my name in shining lights
In my daydreams, I am often recognized and celebrated for my achievements, with my name literally shining in bright lights for all to see.


Yeah, a different city every night oh right
I imagine a future where I travel frequently and live a luxurious lifestyle, potentially performing or attending events in different cities every night.


I swear the world better prepare
My ambition and drive to achieve success are so strong that I am determined to make a significant impact on the world once I have achieved my goals.


For when I'm a billionaire
Through hard work and determination, I will become a billionaire and achieve financial success beyond my wildest dreams.


Yeah I would have a show like Oprah
If I were to achieve significant wealth, I would use my influence and position to create my own talk show modeled after the influential and successful Oprah Winfrey.


I would be the host of, everyday Christmas
In addition to hosting a talk show, I would also use my wealth to create an atmosphere of generosity and gift-giving, essentially turning every day into Christmas for those around me.


Give Travie a wish list
I would use my wealth to help others achieve their own dreams and aspirations, such as buying my friend Travie anything that he may wish for or desire.


I'd probably pull an Angelina and Brad Pitt
I would use my wealth and influence to adopt children who have not had the same opportunities for success and financial stability that I have.


And adopt a bunch of babies that ain't never had shit
I would use my resources to create a better life for children who have not had the same opportunities or advantages as others, giving them a chance for a better future.


Give away a few Mercedes like here lady have this
I would use my wealth and influence to be generous and giving to others, such as gifting expensive cars to those who are less fortunate.


And last but not least grant somebody their last wish
I would strive to make a meaningful and lasting impact on the world through acts of kindness and generosity, such as fulfilling the dying wish of someone in need.


It's been a couple months that I've been single so
At this moment in time, I am not in a romantic relationship and am free to pursue my own goals and aspirations without any personal distractions.


You can call me Travie Claus minus the Ho Ho
Like Santa Claus, I would use my wealth and resources to spread joy and generosity throughout the world, but with my own unique personality and without the costume or catchphrase.


Get it, hehe, I'd probably visit where Katrina hit
I would use my resources and influence to make a difference in areas of the world that have been struck by natural disasters or other tragedies, such as visiting the site of Hurricane Katrina to offer assistance and support.


And damn sure do a lot more than FEMA did
I would strive to make a meaningful impact on areas affected by natural disasters or other crises, offering more support and practical assistance than government agencies like FEMA often can or will provide.


Yeah can't forget about me stupid
Despite my lofty aspirations and goals, I am still only human and must prioritize my own self-care and well-being in the quest for financial success and wealth.


Everywhere I go Imma have my own theme music
Once I achieve significant wealth and influence, I will be able to indulge in the quirky and eccentric elements of my personality, such as having my own personalized theme music that follows me wherever I go.


I'll be playing basketball with the President
Once I have achieved significant wealth and influence, I will likely have the opportunity to interact and spend time with influential and powerful individuals such as the President.


Dunking on his delegates
In this hypothetical scenario, I imagine myself playing basketball with the President and having the ability to outperform or defeat even his closest associates and advisors.


Then I'll compliment him on his political etiquette
Despite my success and confidence, I still maintain a level of respect and admiration for those in positions of power and influence, such as the President, and will give them due respect and compliments when appropriate.


Toss a couple milli in the air just for the heck of it
At this point in my life, I will have so much wealth and success that I can afford to indulge in frivolous and extravagant activities, such as throwing large sums of money into the air just for fun or entertainment purposes.


But keep the five, twenties tens and bens completely separate
While I may indulge in frivolous spending from time to time, I am also financially savvy and responsible, keeping certain denominations of money separate to ensure I am always aware of my financial situation and investments.


And yeah I'll be in a whole new tax bracket
My financial success and wealth will have boosted me to a new level of financial security and stability, requiring me to pay significantly higher taxes due to my larger income and assets.


We in recession but let me take a crack at it
Despite the economic challenges and hardships that many people are facing, I am confident in my ability to succeed and thrive in spite of the recession or other financial difficulties.


I'll probably take whatever's left and just split it up
Once I have achieved significant wealth and financial success, I will use my resources to help others, dividing up any excess funds among those I care about and ensuring they are also able to enjoy a comfortable life free of financial stress and insecurity.


So everybody that I love can have a couple bucks
I understand the power of financial security and comfort, and desire to share that with those close to me who may not have had the same opportunities or advantages as I have had.


And not a single tummy around me would know what hungry was
I desire to help eliminate financial insecurity and hunger from the lives of those close to me, ensuring they are never in a position where they must struggle to afford basic necessities like food.


Eating good sleeping soundly
My goal is not just financial success, but also the ability to enjoy a comfortable and stress-free life, where I never have to worry about basic needs like eating well and getting adequate rest and sleep.


I know we all have a similar dream
I recognize that my goal of financial success and wealth is not unique, and many others have similar aspirations and desires for their own futures.


Go in your pocket pull out your wallet
I am encouraging others to recognize and contribute to their own financial success and stability, by metaphorically urging them to check their own wallets and become more financially responsible and savvy.


And put it in the air and sing
At this moment in time, my success and confidence are so great that I urge others to share in my enthusiasm and excitement, by raising their hands and singing along with me in celebration of our shared aspirations and goals for the future.


I wanna be a billionaire so fuckin' bad
My aspirations for financial success and wealth are so great and intense, that it is almost an obsession or addiction that drives me to work harder and strive for greater levels of success and influence in my life.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, BMG Rights Management
Written by: PHILIP LAWRENCE, ARI LEVINE, BRUNO MARS, TRAVIS MCCOY

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LYRICS
I wanna be a billionaire so fucking bad
Buy all of the things I never had
Uh, I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Smiling next to Oprah and the Queen

Oh every time I close my eyes
I see my name in shining lights yeah
A different city every night alright
I swear the world better prepare
For when I'm a billionaire

Yeah I would have a show like Oprah
I would be the host of everyday Christmas
Give Travie your wish list
I'd probably pull an Angelina and Brad Pitt
And adopt a bunch of babies that ain't never had shit
Give away a few Mercedes like 'Here lady have this'
And last but not least grant somebody their last wish
It's been a couple months that I've been single so
You can call me Travie Claus minus the Ho Ho
Ha ha get it? I'd probably visit where Katrina hit
And damn sure do a lot more than FEMA did
Yeah, can't forget about me, stupid
Everywhere I go, Imma have my own theme music

Oh every time I close my eyes (what you see what you see brah?)
I see my name in shining lights (uhuh uhuh yeah what else?)
A different city every night alright
I swear the world better prepare (for what?)
For when I'm a billionaire
Oh oooh oh oooh for when I'm a billionaire
Oh oooh oh oooh for when I'm a billionaire

I'll be playing basketball with the President
Dunking on his delegates
Then I'll compliment him on his political etiquette
Toss a couple milli in the air just for the heck of it
But keep the fives, twenties, tens and bens completely separate
And yeah I'll be in a whole new tax racket
We in recession but let me take a crack at it
I'll probably take whatever's left and just split it up
So everybody that I love can have a couple bucks
And not a single tummy around me would know what hungry was
Eating good, sleeping soundly
I know we all have a similar dream
Go in your pocket, pull out your wallet
And put it in the air and sing

I wanna be a billionaire so fucking bad (so bad)
Buy all of the things I never had (buy everything ha ha)
Uh, I wanna be on the cover of Forbes magazine
Smiling next to Oprah and the Queen (what up Oprah)

Oh every time I close my eyes, (watch ya see, what you see brah?)
I see my name in shining lights, (uh huh, uh huh, what else?)
A different city every night, oh I
I swear the world better prepare (for what?)
For when I'm a billionaire
Oh oooh oh oooh when I'm a billionaire
Oh oooh oh oooh

I wanna be a billionaire so fucking bad!



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@notcharliewiser

whoever reads this i hope they get rich.

@thomasstarr4009

Back to you bro

@nutthing7634

100%

@t.nikora4522

mate i wont till i get older and get a job

@prostosa6ko

Reverse card

@tikatschannel6183

i born poor family its okay importante buhi

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@EnigmaGamer421

13 years later still a masterpiece

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Sortition

@haziqazizi5786

And i'm still broke

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