Livin' It Up
Ciara/Nicki Minaj Lyrics


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I don't believe in much but I believe in you
I don't believe I care, 'cause I don't follow rules
I see a star so bright, no one could been that blind
No one can crush you out but you

And I, I, I
Living on the world turning
And I, I, I
Ima be giving mine
And I, I, I
I'll be wrong if I don't try
I don't know when my next move is coming
All I know is I'll be running

I, I, I, I'll be living up,
I'll be living up
I, I, I, I'll be throwing it up,
I'll be throwing it up
I, I, I, I'll be playin it cool,
'Cause a girl's gonna do
What a girl's gonna do
Makin' up my own rules
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh

I had my doubts in love but I know it's true
I don't have many friends, but I got you
You are a walking Don, you are a secret gone
Something no one can take from you

And I, I, I
Living on the world turning
And I, I, I
I'm gon' be giving mine
And I, I, I
I'll be wrong if I don't try
I don't know when my next move is coming
All I know is I'll be running

I, I, I, I'll be living up,
I'll be living up
I, I, I, I'll be throwing it up,
I'll be throwing it up
I, I, I, I'll be playin it cool,
Cause a girl's gonna do
What a girl's gonna do
Makin up my own rules

I told Cici I was getting her
I told the bitches can’t see her no retina
I told her if you go in there’s no letting up
See they could kick you while you’re down but you’re getting up
See ain’t a man that could block what God bless
So if a chick wanna try she a hot mess
‘Cause this one is for the girls making progress
See I’m a monster, no I’m not a Lochness
Put my, put my, put my work ethic damn in that lock next
That’s why this little Trini girl get the top checks
Went from watching niggas cook up in the pyrex
But now I rock jets, meetings with the top reps

Ima live life to the fullest
I’ll be speeding like a bullet
I’ll be rolling like a train
I’ll be dancing in the rain

I, I, I, I'll be living up,
I'll be living up
I, I, I, I'll be throwing it up,
I'll be throwing it up
I, I, I, I'll be playin it cool,
Cause a girl's gonna do
What a girl's gonna do
Makin' up my own rules
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh




Ola Ola eh
Ola Ola eh

Overall Meaning

In the song Livin' It Up by Ciara and Nicki Minaj, the lyrics talk about the power of believing in oneself and forging one's path in the world. The first verse affirms the singer's faith in their partner, likening them to a bright star that cannot be extinguished by anyone but themselves. The chorus declares that they will live their life to the fullest, making their own rules and running forward with whatever opportunities come their way.


Throughout the song, the lyrics emphasize a sense of determination and agency in the face of uncertainty. The singers acknowledge that they don't know what the future holds, but express confidence that they will make the most of whatever comes their way. They make reference to their work ethic and their success, with Minaj mentioning her rise to the top of the music industry.


Overall, the song is a celebration of self-reliance and resilience, and encourages listeners to believe in their own abilities and strive for greatness.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't believe in much but I believe in you
I may not have a lot of faith in things, but I have faith in you


I don't believe I care, 'cause I don't follow rules
I don't care about what others think, I do what I want


I see a star so bright, no one could been that blind
I see a bright future ahead, and it's obvious to everyone


No one can crush you out but you
No one can bring you down unless you let them


And I, I, I, living on the world turning
I'm living my life to the fullest, experiencing all the world has to offer


Ima be giving mine
I'll be doing my own thing, not worrying about others


I'll be wrong if I don't try
I'll regret it if I don't take chances and try new things


I don't know when my next move is coming, all I know is I'll be running
I don't know what the future holds, but I'll be prepared to face it head-on


I'll be living up
I'll be living my life to the fullest


I'll be throwing it up
I'll be celebrating my successes


I'll be playing it cool
I'll handle things with grace and confidence


Cause a girl's gonna do what a girl's gonna do
I'll do what I want, regardless of what society thinks is appropriate for me


Making up my own rules
I'll follow my own path and make my own way in the world


I had my doubts in love but I know it's true
I may have been skeptical about love, but now I know it's real


I don't have many friends, but I got you
I don't need a lot of friends, because I have you by my side


You are a walking Don, you are a secret gone
You are confident and powerful, a force to be reckoned with


Something no one can take from you
No one can take away your inner strength and resilience


I told Cici I was getting her
I promised to have Ciara's back


I told the bitches can’t see her no retina
I warned anyone who tried to mess with Ciara that they wouldn't be able to outshine her


See they could kick you while you’re down but you’re getting up
Others may try to bring you down, but you always get back up


See ain’t a man that could block what God bless
No one can stop what God has blessed


So if a chick wanna try she a hot mess
If anyone tries to mess with me or Ciara, they'll regret it


‘Cause this one is for the girls making progress
This song is dedicated to all the women who are making strides in their lives


See I’m a monster, no I’m not a Lochness
I'm a powerful force, but I'm not a mythical creature


Put my work ethic damn in that lock next
I work hard and I'm always striving to improve


That’s why this little Trini girl get the top checks
That's why I, as a Trinidadian woman, am at the top of my game


Went from watching niggas cook up in the pyrex
I came from humble beginnings and have worked hard to get where I am


But now I rock jets, meetings with the top reps
Now I live a life of luxury and success, meeting with the top people in my industry


I’ll be speeding like a bullet
I'm living life fast and taking risks


I’ll be rolling like a train
I'm unstoppable and relentless


I’ll be dancing in the rain
I'm enjoying life, even in the face of adversity


Ola Ola eh
Celebrating and having fun




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, ACT ONE MUSIC CO., INC., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ONIKA TANYA MARAJ, CIARA PRINCESS HARRIS, DERNST EMILE, DIANA EVE PARIS GORDON, BRIAN E. SHERRER, SIMON KENNETH CARTER, WALTER L. CARTER, DAVID BREWSTER FERGUSON, WILLIAM F. HULL, CURTIS REYNOLDS, KEITH ALLEN SAMUELS

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