Survivor
Destiny's Child featuring Da Brat Lyrics

Welcome to the wonderful world of Destiny's Child
Da Brat welcomes the listener to the world of Destiny's Child.

I'm Da Brat-tat-tat, my homeboy Den on the track
Da Brat introduces herself and her producer, Den.

And we gon' lay you flat on yo' back
Da Brat and Den promise to deliver an intense musical experience.

When the beat-boom-boom-pat-pat like that, yaheard me?
Da Brat describes the energetic beat of the song.

We comin' in this game like some survivor's
Destiny's Child and Da Brat are entering the music industry as survivors who have overcome challenges.

And we leavin' this game like some survivor's
They intend to leave the industry in the same way they entered it, as survivors.

So from now, until we dead and gone
They plan to continue their survival throughout their careers and lives.

We gon' be, some survivors, ya heard me?
Da Brat reiterates their determination to remain survivors.

Beyonce, where you at? Uh!
Da Brat calls out to Beyonce, one of the members of Destiny's Child.

Now that you're outta my life, I'm so much better
The artist is claiming that their life has improved since the person addressed left their life.

You thought that I'd be weak without ya, but I'm stronger
The person addressed underestimated the singer's strength and resilience.

You thought that I'd be broke without ya, but I'm richer
The person addressed underestimated the artist's financial success without them.

You thought that I'd be sad without ya, I love harder
The person addressed thought that without them, the singer would experience sadness, but instead they love more fiercely.

You thought I wouldn't grow without ya, now I'm wiser!
The person addressed thought the singer wouldn't grow or mature without them, but they have become wiser.

You thought that I'd be helpless without ya but I'm smarter
The person addressed thought that the singer would be unable to cope without them, but instead they have become more intelligent.

You thought that I'd be stressed without ya, but I'm chillin'
The person addressed thought that without them, the artist would be stressed, but instead they are relaxed.

You thought I wouldn't sell without ya, sold nine million
The person addressed thought that the artist's success was dependent on them, but they have sold millions of records without them.

I'm a survivor (what), I'm not goin' give up (what)
The singer is a survivor and won't give up despite any challenges they may face.

I'm not goin' stop (what), I'm goin' work harder (what)
The singer is determined to keep working hard and progressing forward.

I'm a survivor (what), I'm gonna make it (what)
The artist is confident that they will overcome any obstacles and achieve their goals.

I will survive (what), keep on survivin' (what)
The artist will continue to survive and overcome any challenges they may face.

You thought I couldn't breathe without ya, I'm inhaling
The person addressed thought the artist couldn't function without them, but they are now breathing normally.

You thought I couldn't see without ya, perfect vision
The person addressed thought the singer couldn't see without them, but they have perfect vision.

You thought I couldn't last without ya, but I'm lastin'
The person addressed thought the artist wouldn't be able to withstand their absence, but they are still going strong.

You thought that I would die without ya, but I'm livin'
The person addressed thought the singer would not survive without them, but they are still alive and thriving.

Thought that I would fail without ya, but I'm on top
The person addressed thought the singer would fail without them, but they have achieved success.

Thought it would be over by now, but it won't stop
The person addressed thought that the singer's success was temporary, but it continues to grow.

Though that I would self-destruct, but I'm still here
The person addressed thought that the artist would fall apart without them, but they are still present and thriving.

Even in my years to come, I'm still gon' be here!
The artist plans to continue their success and survival in the future.

Wishin' you the best, pray that you are blessed
Despite any past issues, the singer hopes for the best for the person addressed.

Much success, no stress, and lots of happiness
The singer wishes for the person addressed to experience success, peace, and happiness.

I'm better than that! I'm not gon' blast you on the radio
The artist is above petty retaliation and won't badmouth the person addressed publicly.

I'm better than that! I'm not gon' lie on you and your family
The artist is above lying and won't speak falsely about the person addressed or their family.

I'm better than that! I'm not gon' hate on you in the magazines
The artist is above spreading hate or negativity about the person addressed in the media.

I'm better than that! I'm not gon' compromise my Christianity
The singer will not compromise their faith or values for any reason, including revenge.

You know I'm not gon' dis you on the internet
The artist will not criticize or shame the person addressed online.

Cause my momma thought me better than that!
The singer was raised to have class and respect for others.

Now that I been through the storm and the rain
The singer has overcome difficult times.

Climbed up the ruff side and got tough at times
The singer has had to work hard and become strong during challenging times.

But I remain, if I got the stuff to shine
Despite obstacles, the artist remains confident in their abilities and potential for success.

And without the pump, protect mine
The artist will protect their success and possessions without relying on anyone else.

Survive in the game, hate on me cause you lame
The singer will continue to succeed in their profession despite any negativity or criticism from others.

They don't ever see your face or say your name
The singer's success and survival can happen without ever acknowledging their detractors.

No more pain for me, no more misery, cause you history
The artist has moved on from any pain or misery associated with the person addressed; the past is the past.

I'm a hold on to what I got
The artist will protect and maintain their current success.

Strap on to my perfection, strap on protection
The artist will defend and maintain their success and perfection with determination and preparedness.

My own direction, born to be the best at what I do
The singer is confident in their unique path and ability to excel at their profession.

I'ma make it through, stompin' like a soldier in my big black boots
The artist is determined to overcome anything and compares themselves to a strong soldier.

I keep 'em “Jumpin', Jumpin',” stayin' funky, funky for you
The singer's music will keep their audience engaged and entertained while remaining original and true to their style.

No matter who's that man that walk out of your life
People may come and go in your life; you must remain resilient and continue to thrive.

You don't need 'em, don't be no heater
The singer doesn't need anyone who doesn't contribute positively to their life and won't cause unnecessary conflict.

Long as I'm still breathin', not leavin' for no reason
The artist will not give up on their goals and success as long as they are alive and breathing.

See them come and go, one switch, they not gold
Some people may come into your life and leave quickly, proving their lack of worth or commitment to you.

No house no mo', not even a condo
People who do not contribute positively to your life won't have a place in your world, regardless of possessions or status.

As long as I know how to love, I'm a stay alive
Love will keep the singer alive and motivated to continue their success and survival in life.

No need your game or style
The artist doesn't need the techniques or style of others to succeed in their profession; they will remain true to themselves.

They can't tame me cause I'm wild, not ashamed of stayin' down
The artist is confident in their unique qualities and will not be controlled by societal standards or expectations.

Can the rain sit, and 'em things chromed out, spit
The artist can endure and overcome any difficulties or obstacles in their path and will continue to shine.

And in my game, no doubt, I'm a get paid in a big way, survivor!
The singer is confident in their abilities to achieve success and will continue to thrive in their profession as a survivor.

[Chorus: x4]
Repetition of the chorus emphasizes the artist's confidence in their survival and success.