I'm Legit
Ciara/Nicki Minaj Lyrics


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I’m the shit with no makeup
Don’t have to curl my hair up
All this booty here mine
I’m a dollar worth a dime
Real bosses stand up
Ladies throw your hands up and say
"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"
With no makeup, don’t have to curl my hair up
All this booty here mine
I’m a dollar worth a dime
Real bosses stand up
Ladies throw your hands up and say
"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"

Beat em' like they stole some
Beat em' like they stole some
All this booty here got 'em dreaming
Lemme hold some
Let me, let me hear that boy, let me
Let me wear that boy
Let me get the most expensive car
And let me steer that boy
Real big pretty titty, shut down every city
If you want the kid kitty
Gotta get the key from me
All new everything, plus pay the rent for me
If we in the wilderness
Niggas pitch the tent for me
Tent for me, tent for me, get me bodied
Long hair, no makeup, doing pilates
Those niggas don't step on my damn Zanottis
All them bitches my sons but who's the Daddy?
I graduate with honors, I ball
'Nead O'Connor i did a freestyle
Then I got a shout out from Obama
Yes, yes, I am ill, I go in for the kill
Hoes is my sons, birth control
I am on the pill
What I gotta do? What I gotta do to 'em?
Step up in the club, everybody like who them?
Girls girls, me and my girls
What you done did? I need some referrals
Motherfuckers know I’m the shit, legit
And if a motherfucker don’t
He can suck my dick
I tell 'em, "Everybody else is my opposite!"
I put 'em on the game, give 'em five percent

I’m the shit with no makeup
Don’t have to curl my hair up
All this booty here mine
I’m a dollar worth a dime
Real bosses stand up
Ladies throw your hands up and say
"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"
With no makeup, don’t have to curl my hair up
All this booty here mine
I’m a dollar worth a dime
Real bosses stand up
Ladies throw your hands up and say
"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"

I’m like really famous, I got a famous anus
No, not Famous Amos, all this fame is heinous
Lemme, lemme hear that boy, lemme
Lemme wear that boy
All this money coming in, but
I never share that, boy
No lipstick, no lashes though
But I got a real big ol' ratchet, though
I said dude, yo dude, you packing dough
He said he want a good box like Pacquiao
I said, "Well
My name Nicki and it’s nice to meet you"
If you really wanna know
I’ll give you my procedure
Got a whole bunch of pretty gang in my clique
And we lookin' for some ballers, alopecia
I hate wack niggas
I should really slap niggas
These niggas trippin' when I put
'em on the map niggas
How you gon' break that? How
You gon' fake that?
Ain't at no wedding but all my girls cake pop
Sleeping on me, no mattress though
I'm a burn the beat down, no matches though
No, they can’t keep up? They molasses slow
I'm the greatest Queens bitch
With the cashes flow
Looking, looking at me like it’s my fault
Trying to take sneak pictures
With they iPhone
I like independent bitches like July 4th
Now that’s what young Harriet died for

I’m the shit with no makeup
Don’t have to curl my hair up
All this booty here mine
I’m a dollar worth a dime
Real bosses stand up
Ladies throw your hands up and say
"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"
With no makeup, don’t have to curl my hair up
All this booty here mine
I’m a dollar worth a dime
Real bosses stand up
Ladies throw your hands up and say




"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ciara/Nicki Minaj's song "I'm Legit" celebrate self-confidence and assertiveness. The repeated line "I’m the shit with no makeup, don’t have to curl my hair up" signifies that the artist doesn't need to rely on external beauty standards to feel confident. It's an embrace of natural appearance and the idea that true beauty comes from within.


The lines "All this booty here mine, I'm a dollar worth a dime" suggest that the artist is proud of her physical attributes and considers herself valuable and worthy. It's a way of asserting dominance and self-assurance. The phrase "Real bosses stand up, ladies throw your hands up and say" is a call to other women to embrace their worth and confidently assert themselves.


The second paragraph delves into themes of power and control. Lines like "Beat em' like they stole some" and "All this booty here got 'em dreaming, lemme hold some" exhibit a sense of authority and dominance over others. The artist expresses a desire to be in control and not be taken advantage of. The reference to shutting down every city and demanding the best also hints at the artist's high standards and the expectation of being treated exceptionally.


The third paragraph continues with the theme of dominance, with references to getting the most expensive car and being in charge. Nicki Minaj's verse adds a layer of bravado and provocation, asserting her fame, talent, and sexual prowess. The references to O'Connor, Obama, and birth control depict her influence and success. The lyrics emphasize that she is in a league of her own, demanding respect and recognition.


Overall, the lyrics of "I'm Legit" convey a strong message of self-assurance, empowerment, and asserting one's worth. The artists celebrate their confidence and assert themselves as leaders, urging other women to do the same. It's a declaration of being unapologetically themselves and not needing external validation to know their value.


Line by Line Meaning

I’m the shit with no makeup
I am confident and amazing even without any enhancements


Don’t have to curl my hair up
I don't need to conform to societal beauty standards to feel good about myself


All this booty here mine
I embrace and own my curves and my body


I’m a dollar worth a dime
I am valuable and highly precious


Real bosses stand up
True leaders and strong individuals take charge and show their power


Ladies throw your hands up and say
Women, celebrate yourselves and express your confidence and strength


"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
I am aware of my attractiveness and charisma


You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"
I am extraordinary and exceptional, which is why I exude confidence


Beat em' like they stole some
Confront and overpower those who act dishonestly or disrespectfully


All this booty here got 'em dreaming
My physical attributes make others fantasize and desire me


Lemme hold some
Allow me to possess or control something of value


Let me, let me hear that boy, let me
Give me the opportunity to listen and understand someone's perspectives


Let me wear that boy
Allow me to take on a dominant and influential role in a relationship


Let me get the most expensive car, and let me steer that boy
Grant me access to luxury and control over my own life and decisions


Real big pretty titty, shut down every city
My admirable physical features attract attention and make a significant impact wherever I go


If you want the kid kitty, gotta get the key from me
To have access to my affection and companionship, one must prove their worthiness


All new everything, plus pay the rent for me
In order to be with me, you need to provide for me and cater to my needs


If we in the wilderness, Niggas pitch the tent for me
Even in difficult situations, I receive support and assistance from those around me


Tent for me, tent for me, get me bodied
Create a comfortable and secure space for me, and I will fully embrace and enjoy myself


Long hair, no makeup, doing pilates
I prioritize my physical health and well-being, focusing on fitness regardless of societal expectations


Those niggas don't step on my damn Zanottis
No one can disrespect or challenge my authority or personal style


All them bitches my sons but who's the Daddy?
I have influence and control over others, yet I am the one in charge


I graduate with honors, I ball
I excel in my endeavors and live a life of luxury


'Nead O'Connor I did a freestyle
I demonstrated my talent and creativity by improvising lyrics like Sinéad O'Connor


Then I got a shout out from Obama
Even influential figures like Barack Obama recognize and appreciate my success and impact


Hoes is my sons, birth control
I have control over others and prevent them from causing trouble or disruption


I am on the pill
I am in control of my own destiny and choices


What I gotta do? What I gotta do to 'em?
What actions or behaviors must I engage in to impress or dominate others?


Step up in the club, everybody like who them?
When I enter a club, everyone takes notice and wonders who these amazing individuals are


Girls girls, me and my girls
My female friends and I are confident, empowered, and unapologetically fabulous


What you done did? I need some referrals
Tell me about your achievements or accomplishments, I want validation and recognition


Motherfuckers know I’m the shit, legit
Everyone is aware that I am exceptional and genuine


And if a motherfucker don’t, he can suck my dick
Anyone who refuses to acknowledge my greatness can face the consequences


I tell 'em, "Everybody else is my opposite!"
I am unlike anyone else, standing apart from the crowd


I put 'em on the game, give 'em five percent
I introduce others to my influential lifestyle, granting them a small percentage of my greatness


I’m like really famous, I got a famous anus
I am extremely well-known and recognized, even my body parts gain fame


No, not Famous Amos, all this fame is heinous
My level of fame surpasses that of a popular figure like Famous Amos, and it can be overwhelming


Lemme, lemme hear that boy, lemme
Allow me to listen and understand the thoughts and experiences of others


Lemme wear that boy
Let me take control and dominate a particular person or situation


All this money coming in, but I never share that, boy
Despite my wealth and success, I am selective about who I share my resources with


No lipstick, no lashes though
I don't rely on external beauty enhancers like makeup to feel confident


But I got a real big ol' ratchet, though
However, I possess a strong and assertive personality, ready to take charge when necessary


I said dude, yo dude, you packing dough
I address a man and inquire about his financial resources and success


He said he want a good box like Pacquiao
He desires a strong and satisfying sexual experience with me, comparing it to Manny Pacquiao's boxing skill


I said, "Well, my name Nicki and it’s nice to meet you"
I introduce myself as Nicki and express pleasantries upon meeting someone new


If you really wanna know, I’ll give you my procedure
If you are genuinely interested in understanding me, I am willing to explain my thoughts and actions


Got a whole bunch of pretty gang in my clique
I have a group of attractive and confident individuals as my friends and allies


And we lookin' for some ballers, alopecia
We are seeking wealthy and successful partners, disregarding any insecurities or shortcomings


I hate wack niggas, I should really slap niggas
I have a strong dislike for incompetent and pathetic individuals, expressing a desire to physically reprimand them


These niggas trippin' when I put 'em on the map niggas
When I elevate and promote individuals, they act foolishly and arrogantly


How you gon' break that? How you gon' fake that?
How can you destroy or counterfeit my authenticity and success?


Ain't at no wedding but all my girls cake pop
Although we are not attending a wedding, my female friends and I enjoy indulging in delicious cake pops


Sleeping on me, no mattress though
Underestimating my capabilities and attractiveness is a big mistake


I'm a burn the beat down, no matches though
I will destroy and dominate any musical track without the need for any assistance or external tools


No, they can’t keep up? They molasses slow
Others cannot match my speed, as they are extremely slow and sluggish


I'm the greatest Queens bitch with the cashes flow
As a powerful and successful woman from Queens, New York, I possess significant financial resources


Looking, looking at me like it’s my fault
Others mistakenly blame me or hold me responsible for their own fascination and admiration towards me


Trying to take sneak pictures with their iPhone
People discreetly attempt to capture photographs of me using their iPhones


I like independent bitches like July 4th
I appreciate and admire strong, self-sufficient women, comparing them to the independence celebrated on July 4th


Now that’s what young Harriet died for
The freedom and empowerment of women, reminiscent of Harriet Tubman's sacrifices and fight for equality


I’m the shit with no makeup
I am confident and amazing even without any enhancements


Don’t have to curl my hair up
I don't need to conform to societal beauty standards to feel good about myself


All this booty here mine
I embrace and own my curves and my body


I’m a dollar worth a dime
I am valuable and highly precious


Real bosses stand up
True leaders and strong individuals take charge and show their power


Ladies throw your hands up and say
Women, celebrate yourselves and express your confidence and strength


"I know I’m cute, I know I’m fly
I am aware of my attractiveness and charisma


You ask me why? 'Cause I’m the shit!"
I am extraordinary and exceptional, which is why I exude confidence




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