Cupcakke began her career as a rapper in 2012 by releasing material online. She drew attention in 2015 when she released two music videos, "Vagina" and "Deepthroat", on YouTube that went viral; the songs were later included on her debut mixtape, Cum Cake, which was included on Rolling Stone's list of the Best Rap Albums of 2016. A second mixtape, S.T.D, released in 2016, preceded her studio albums: Audacious, Queen Elizabitch, Ephorize and Eden.
Navel
CupcakKe Lyrics
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Big toy, G.I. Joe
You can′t fuck, that's a no
I am picky, afro
Bank on tic-tac-toe
All you see is 0, 0, 0′s
Bitch, you know I'm in my glow
Eat up the beat, I'll take it to go
Bitch, run me a letter
Slide to my crib if you got me some cheddar
His blood spill when I shot the Beretta
I had to walk home, in the inside I sweat her
I don′t let shit fly by, I just make souls fly high
Kill him with his tie, kill him with his tie
Kill him with his tie, that's tie-dye
Pass that money ′round like hot potato
Hoes circle, got bread like a bagel
Throw hands to his face like a facial
That bullet hole look like a navel
Pass that money 'round like hot potato
Hoes circle, got bread like a bagel
Throw hands to his face like a facial
That bullet hole look like a navel
Big money, feeling pumpy
Adios, can′t get shit from me
Five meals in my tummy
Equals up to your rent money
Don't let your nigga play you like he′s Stevie
He do a triple take when he see me
I might just talk to him real briefly
Tell him to drop you off then come eat me
That's if you like it or not
I'm a business woman on top
And I don′t Facebook
′Cause my face booked on every fucking flyer that drop
This that knock, knock, who's there?
Front porch, front porch, you
Bitch, if you don′t answer this door right now
Bullets 'bout to come through
Play if you want, today I got time
I wouldn′t even phone even if I was blind
Who said I can't rap? That lil′ bitch lying
I'm bringing that heat like the clothes is dry, so stop it
Bitches ain't on my profit
I′m a messy bitch so watch it
I′ma spill the tea and not mop it
Bitch mean muggin', wearing pony tails
So I′m guessing she a bum dummy
So I beat her ass into the rubber band
Like I need that for more money
Cone head bitch, 'bout to be missing toppings
Take off her head like a discount shopping
Come to the block, don′t put me on the block
With his dread head schemin'
That′s a motherfucking plot twist
Pass that money 'round like hot potato
Hoes circle, got bread like a bagel
Throw hands to his face like a facial
That bullet hole look like a navel
Pass that money 'round like hot potato
Hoes circle, got bread like a bagel
Throw hands to his face like a facial
That bullet hole look like a navel
The lyrics of CupcakKe's song Navel are about her asserting her dominance and power in the rap industry. She confidently raps about her sexual prowess, her business acumen, and her willingness to use violence to protect herself. CupcakKe dismissively refers to certain men as "hoe" and "G.I. Joe" in the opening lines, emphasizing her own power over them. She also mentions that she is very picky, even when it comes to her hairstyle. When it comes time to talk about money, CupcakKe shows off her superiority by claiming that she can eat five meals and still have more money in her stomach than her opponents do in their wallets. She is also unashamedly sexual and encourages men to come to her for pleasure, using violent imagery to emphasize her point. In the final verse, CupcakKe turns her attention to a rival rapper, whom she threatens with violence.
One possible interpretation of CupcakKe's lyrics is that they are a response to the idea that female rappers cannot be as tough and aggressive as male rappers. By using violent language and asserting her own power, CupcakKe is challenging this idea and refusing to be limited by it. Additionally, the lyrics could be seen as an expression of the anger and frustration that many women feel when they are not taken seriously or treated with respect.
Line by Line Meaning
Let it bang on a hoe
I'm going to go hard on this beat and show off my skills.
Big toy, G.I. Joe
I have a big, impressive sexual toy like a G.I. Joe doll.
You can′t fuck, that's a no
I won't have sex with just anyone, you have to meet my standards.
I am picky, afro
I have high standards and preferences when it comes to my sexual partners.
Bank on tic-tac-toe
I'm confident in my ability to win, even in a simple game like tic-tac-toe.
All you see is 0, 0, 0′s
I'm making a lot of money and it's all adding up to lots of zeros.
Bitch, you know I'm in my glow
I'm feeling confident and beautiful right now.
Eat up the beat, I'll take it to go
I'm going to dominate and make this beat mine, and I'll take my success wherever I go.
I don′t answer the phone
I'm too busy and important to answer every call that comes my way.
Bitch, run me a letter
If you want to get in touch with me, you better write a letter because I'm not always available.
Slide to my crib if you got me some cheddar
If you have money, you can come to my place and possibly engage in sexual activities.
His blood spill when I shot the Beretta
I'm not afraid to use violence when it comes to protecting myself or getting what I want.
I had to walk home, in the inside I sweat her
I had to walk home after a sexual encounter, and it was so intense that I was sweating while reflecting on it.
I don′t let shit fly by, I just make souls fly high
I don't let anything go unnoticed, and I create amazing music that takes people to new heights emotionally and mentally.
Kill him with his tie, kill him with his tie
I'm going to take down my enemies, even if it means strangling them with their own clothing.
That's tie-dye
I'm not just going to kill them, I'm going to do it in a creative and memorable way like tie-dyeing their clothing.
Pass that money ′round like hot potato
I'm making a lot of money and sharing it with those around me like a game of hot potato.
Hoes circle, got bread like a bagel
My group of female friends are all wealthy and successful in their own ways.
Throw hands to his face like a facial
I'm not afraid to physically fight and defend myself if necessary.
That bullet hole look like a navel
I've been violent and caused harm to someone, leaving a bullet hole that resembles a belly button.
Big money, feeling pumpy
I'm making a lot of money and feeling confident and energetic.
Adios, can′t get shit from me
I'm saying goodbye to those who expect anything from me or try to take advantage of me.
Five meals in my tummy
I'm eating well and living a comfortable, well-fed lifestyle.
Equals up to your rent money
My lavish lifestyle and eating habits cost as much as the average person's monthly rent payment.
Don't let your nigga play you like he′s Stevie
Women should not let their partners deceive or take advantage of them, as Stevie Wonder famously sings "Don't You Worry 'bout a Thing".
He do a triple take when he see me
My appearance and presence is captivating and attention-grabbing.
I might just talk to him real briefly
I might engage in a brief conversation with him, but I won't let him get too comfortable with me.
Tell him to drop you off then come eat me
I want him to leave his partner and come engage in sexual activity with me instead.
That's if you like it or not
This is happening, whether you want it to or not.
I'm a business woman on top
I'm a successful and powerful woman who is on top of her game.
And I don′t Facebook
I'm not interested in social media or keeping up with what others are doing online.
′Cause my face booked on every fucking flyer that drop
My name and face are on every promotional flyer or advertisement, so I don't need to use social media to promote myself.
This that knock, knock, who's there?
I'm making a big arrival or entrance, like knocking on someone's door to introduce myself.
Front porch, front porch, you
I'm addressing someone who is on the front porch, possibly waiting for me to arrive.
Bitch, if you don′t answer this door right now
I'm demanding that someone open the door for me immediately.
Bullets 'bout to come through
If they don't open the door soon, I'm going to resort to violence and shoot at the door.
Play if you want, today I got time
I'm not afraid to fight if necessary, but today I have the time and energy to do so if need be.
I wouldn′t even phone even if I was blind
I wouldn't call anyone, even if it was an emergency or if I couldn't see.
Who said I can't rap? That lil′ bitch lying
Someone doubted or criticized my rapping skills, but they were wrong and mistaken.
I'm bringing that heat like the clothes is dry, so stop it
I'm bringing the fire and intensity to my music, so no one can deny my talent or success.
Bitches ain't on my profit
Other female rappers can't compete with my success or earnings.
I′m a messy bitch so watch it
I can be messy or cause drama, so be prepared for it.
I′ma spill the tea and not mop it
I'm going to share gossip or secrets and not try to cover them up or hide them.
Bitch mean muggin', wearing pony tails
This woman is giving me a dirty or aggressive look, and wearing her hair in ponytails.
So I′m guessing she a bum dummy
I assume she's not stylish or successful, based on her aggressive appearance.
So I beat her ass into the rubber band
I engaged in physical violence with her and even used a rubber band to harm her.
Like I need that for more money
I'm earning so much money that I don't need to resort to physical violence to get more of it.
Cone head bitch, 'bout to be missing toppings
This woman has a strange or unattractive head shape and I plan to harm her or take her down.
Take off her head like a discount shopping
I plan to remove her from my life or harm her in a way that is reminiscent of purchasing an item on sale.
Come to the block, don′t put me on the block
I'm urging people to come to me, rather than trying to push me out or take me down.
With his dread head schemin'
I suspect someone with dreadlocks is plotting or planning something against me.
That′s a motherfucking plot twist
I just realized this person with dreadlocks is actually a surprising or unexpected plot twist in my story.
Contributed by Nathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.