In 2004, Ciara released her debut studio album, Goodies. It was certified triple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and garnered two nominations at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards. In 2006, Ciara released her second studio album, The Evolution, which reached number one in the U.S. and was certified platinum.
Ciara's third studio album, Fantasy Ride (2009) was less successful than her first two albums. However, it produced the international top-ten single "Love Sex Magic (feat. Justin Timberlake)", which received a Grammy Award nomination for Best Pop Collaboration with Vocals. The following year, Ciara released her fourth studio album, Basic Instinct, which included the R&B top-five single "Ride (feat. Ludacris)", but was met with low sales, continuing a downward trend in her commercial performance. Ciara signed a new record deal with Epic Records in 2011. In 2013, she released her fifth studio album, Ciara, which spawned the R&B top-ten single "Body Party". Her sixth album, Jackie (2015), included the singles "I Bet" and "Dance like We're Making Love". Her seventh album, Beauty Marks (2019), included the hit single "Level Up". Ciara's awards include three BET Awards, three MTV Video Music Awards, three MOBO Awards and one Grammy Award. As of 2019, Ciara's worldwide sales total over 45 million.
In 2006, Ciara made her film debut in All You've Got, and later appeared in the films Mama, I Want to Sing! (2012) and That's My Boy (2012). In 2013, she had a recurring role in the US TV series, The Game. In 2016, Ciara signed a signed a modeling contract with IMG. That year, she became a Global Brand Ambassador for the cosmetics giant Revlon and she married quarterback Russell Wilson.
G Is for Girl
Ciara Lyrics
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G is for girl-like gangsta
G is for girl-like gangsta
Where I fit in, is G
'A' is what the boys say when they callin' me,
'Buzzin' all around me like a 'B'ee
They must be trippin' when they follow me,
Talkin' like ya ridin' on 'D's,
But I can't call you,
'Daddy if your tank is on 'E'
Little fella 'F'in wit me
Show me some respect cause babyboy I'm a 'G'
[Chorus:]
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Don't make 'em like me anymore
So we in danger
So at ease, little guy, we out-rank ya
And when the G's come around just put your hands up
(Ladies say)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Listen when I speak,
Don't talk 'til I say so,
Real G's work hard for they cake so
(Ladies say)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
'H' stands for hold up
'I' don't want ya tryna run up on me
Like a 'J'ay
Can't believe he showed up
Try to out-"G" but that's o.'K'
'L' is for 'L'isten when I speak
'M' is for the 'M'ajor when ya'll use it in the streets
'N' is for 'N'othing, boy I do this in my sleep
'O' is for 'O'riginal, cause I'mma 'O'.G.
[Chorus]
'P' is for 'P'layas say "P'retty 'p'lease" (yup)
Bow down, when you standin' in front of a 'Q'ueen
'R' is for run I'm the one you 'S'econd to me
'T'wo cause I been hot since the 'T'urn of 'T'he century
'U' can ask around, I be gettin' that paper, on a
'V'aca', I be gon' for a 'W'eek
Put you on the ground 'X'ing out all my hatas
'Y' waste time laying around catching 'Z's
Watch me break it down
Hey hey hey [Repeat: x8]
(Break it down)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Don't make 'em like me anymore
So we in danger
So at ease, little guy, we out-rank ya
And when the G's come around just put your hands up
(Ladies say)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Listen when I speak,
Don't talk 'til I say so,
Real G's work hard for they cake so
(Ladies say)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Don't make 'em like me anymore
So we in danger
So at ease, little guy, we out-rank ya
And when the G's come around just put your hands up
(Ladies say)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Listen when I speak,
Don't talk 'til I say so,
Real G's work hard for they cake so
(Ladies say)
"G" stands for girl-like Gangsta
Ciara's song "G Is for Girl" is a bold statement of femininity and power. Throughout the verses, Ciara takes each letter of the alphabet and uses it to describe herself, expressing her confidence as a "girl-like gangsta." The chorus reaffirms her position, warning others that "we're in danger" because there's no one else out there like her. She urges listeners to listen to her words, to put their hands up when the G's come around, and to understand that "G" stands for "girl-like gangsta."
Each letter of the alphabet Ciara uses in the lyrics has significance. She challenges the boys calling her with "A" and reminds them not to buzz around her like a "B"ee. She notes that even if they say they're on a "D," she won't be calling them "daddy" if their tank is on "E." Instead, she demands respect and reminds everyone that she's a "G" who deserves it. Later in the song, she notes that "P" is for "playas say 'pretty please'" and that when she's around, others should "bow down" as they're in the presence of a "Q"ueen.
Overall, the song is an expression of female empowerment, with Ciara challenging gender stereotypes and claiming her place among the best in the game. By co-opting masculine language and imagery, she reclaims it for girls and women and proves that anyone can be a "gangsta" if they have confidence and power.
Line by Line Meaning
G is for girl-like gangsta
Being a boss lady and taking control.
G is for girl-like gangsta
Confident in my own skin, no doubt about it.
Where I fit in, is G
I'm a G, and that's where I belong.
'A' is what the boys say when they callin' me,
The boys notice me and want my attention.
'Buzzin' all around me like a 'B'ee
The boys swarm around me like bees to honey.
They must be trippin' when they follow me,
The boys are foolish to chase after me.
Boy I don't answer to nothin' but 'C'
I'm in control, and they have to respect me.
Talkin' like ya ridin' on 'D's,
They talk a big game, but they can't follow through.
But I can't call you,
I'm not interested in them.
'Daddy if your tank is on 'E'
I don't need someone to provide for me, I can do it myself.
Little fella 'F'in wit me
They better not mess with me.
Show me some respect cause babyboy I'm a 'G'
They need to respect me because I'm a boss lady.
G stands for girl-like Gangsta
I'm tough, confident, and in charge.
Don't make 'em like me anymore
I'm a rare breed and stand out from the norm.
So we in danger
Others are threatened by my confidence and power.
So at ease, little guy, we out-rank ya
They should relax and recognize that I'm in charge.
And when the G's come around just put your hands up
They need to respect and acknowledge my authority.
Listen when I speak,
They need to pay attention to what I say.
Don't talk 'til I say so,
They need to stay quiet and let me speak.
Real G's work hard for they cake so
I work hard for my success.
'H' stands for hold up
Stop for a minute, and listen.
'I' don't want ya tryna run up on me
Don't get in my face or cross me.
Like a 'J'ay
Like a jester, acting foolish.
Can't believe he showed up
I never expected to see them again.
Try to out-'G' but that's o.'K'
They can try to act like a boss, but I'm the real deal.
'L' is for 'L'isten when I speak
They need to listen when I talk.
'M' is for the 'M'ajor when ya'll use it in the streets
I'm a major player in my field.
'N' is for 'N'othing, boy I do this in my sleep
My success is effortless.
'O' is for 'O'riginal, cause I'mma 'O'.G.
I'm an original gangster and stand out from the crowd.
'P' is for 'P'layas say 'P'retty 'p'lease' (yup)
They need to ask nicely for what they want.
Bow down, when you standin' in front of a 'Q'ueen
I'm a queen and deserve respect.
'R' is for run I'm the one you 'S'econd to me
I'm at the top, and everyone else is below me.
'T'wo cause I been hot since the 'T'urn of 'T'he century
I've been successful for a long time.
'U' can ask around, I be gettin' that paper, on a
Others can attest to my success and wealth.
'V'aca', I be gon' for a 'W'eek
I take vacations and enjoy my success.
Put you on the ground 'X'ing out all my hatas
I'll silence my enemies and prove them wrong.
'Y' waste time laying around catching 'Z's
Don't waste time sleeping and dreaming, go make something of yourself.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ROBIN TADROSS, MIKE ELIZONDO, JAMES FAUNTLEROY, CIARA HARRIS, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jungsoo Park
This album was SO UNDERRATED. This is REAL MUSIC. I dunno why this CD didn't do as well as her other stuff- politics? or just bad marketing push? All I know is Ciara is one of the best out there. ALWAYS at the top of her game.
Edward Martins
100 % concur.. her label and management were trifling. They coulda pushed and marketed tha hella outta this album
Caotic3
imagine the music video for this... shes is too underrated as an artist and performer
Vindrag
Fantasy Ride is a fantastic album! She did change alot, but even her music did. Rather natural if you ask me? And along with that she became executive producer, wrote some of the songs (usually she writes more). And everything came out just so different for her, and not really copying other songs. Like Pucker Up and Work is influenced by the likes of GaGa & Elliott - but still Ciara puts so much effort in it - its her music! I would call this album innovative and original for sure.
Orlane King James
Ciara is the BEST female singer and dancer to me personally ! She is so underrated that's for sure ! She's my favorite female artist with Nicki Minaj, they are both at the first place ❤️🔥👑✊🏾
Blah Yuck
Ciara enters the Billboard Top 200 this week with her new album, Fantasy Ride. Fantasy Ride is her third Top 10 album in a row. Her 2004 debut album, Goodies, peaked at No. 3 while Ciara: The evolution, released in 2006, traveled up the chart to No. 1. The debut single from the album, Love Sex Magic, a collaboration with Justin Timberlake, reached No. 10.
Isaiah Vasquez
this should of been a hit!
candlize01
I admit I wasn't feeling all the singles released before this album, but this song is GREAT. Hope the CD doesn't flop!
Ariane
Im usually not a fan of her music, but this song is great ! 5 stars
Shervonne 상희 Brown
I think they promote the wrong Ciara songs on the radio! Why didn't she do a music video for this song?? It could have been so great.