Fancy
Drake Ft. Mary J. Blige & Swizz Beatz Lyrics


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Go, go 'head (Go, go, go)
Go, go, go 'head (Go, go, go)
Go, go, go, go, go, go 'head
Go, go, go, go, go, go 'head

Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
You, you fancy huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did, uh
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Oh, you fancy, huh?

You getting ready so I know we gon' be here awhile
In the bathroom flat irons and nail files
Spending hours in salons on your hairstyles
In the mall steady racking up the air miles
Hit the gym, step on the scales, stare at the number
You say you droppin' 10 pounds preparin' for summer
And you don't do it for the man, men never notice
You just do it for yourself, you the fucking coldest
Intelligent too, ooh you're my sweetheart
I've always liked my women book and street smart
Long as they got a little class like half days
And the confidence to overlook my past ways
Time heals all and heels hurt to walk in
But they go with the clutch that you carry your lip gloss in
And look, I really think that nobody does it better
I love the way you put it together, uh

Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
You, you fancy huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh??
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Nails done, hair done, everything did ('Sup, girl)
Oh, you fancy, huh?

Well, aren't you a breath of fresh air?
From all these superficial gold digging bitches in here
They get a baller, think that they ain't got to pick a career
Guess they plan on sucking dicks until some millions appear
Like "Voilร !" You do it right he might just buy you a car
Now she play these suckers just like B.o.B play the guitar
Now here you are with your girls having drinks at the bar
I say I'm buying, you decline, that is kinda bizarre
Independent with the demeanor of an R&B singer (check)
Naked ring finger, M3 Beamer (check, check)
Champagne Range, triple-white Jag
Closet full of brand new clothes and handbags
Alexander McQueen, Prada, Gucci, Chanel
D&G, BCBG, Versace, Louis and Bebe
You ain't needy, greedy or easy as these other breezy's
Who fuck for bottles of Riesling and bowls of baked ziti

Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Nails done, hair done, everything did (oh!)
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
You, you fancy huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Oh, you fancy, huh?

Atlanta girls, let me see your hands (yeah)
Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (come on)
Girl you got it, let 'em know that everything big
Nails done hair done, everything big
And my NY girls, let me see your hands (woo)
Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (come on)
Girl you got it, let 'em know that everything big
Nails done hair done, everything big
And my LA girls, let me see your hands
Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (come on)
Girl you got it, let 'em know everything big
Nails done hair done, everything big
And my TO girls, let me see your hands
Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (yeah)
Girl you got it, let 'em know that everything big
Nails done, hair done, nails done, hair done
Say go Cinderella, go Cinderella
Orgasm blush, lipstick and concealer
Devil in a tight dress, girl you a killer
And ain't nobody realer, and ain't nobody realer, go
Go, go, go, go, go, go, go (showtime)
Go, go, go, go, go (as we proceed)

Uh, 5 and a half in boys, ass is off the hook
Cinderella 'bout to lose the glass off her foot
And when I find it is when I find you
And we can do the things we never got the time to
Better late than never but never late is better
They tell me time is money, well we'll spend it together
I'm down for whatever, you just lead the way
We go to dinner you don't even look at me to pay
Mature women with more than me were the first to tempt me
And Jason had this girl Tammy with a purple Bentley
How she got it I ain't never get to ask
I just knew that she was fine like a ticket on the dash
Yeah, but shout out to the homeowners
The girls that got diplomas and enough money to loan us
A little something extra, should we ever need it
If it sounds like you, then let me hear you repeat it

Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
You, you fancy huh?
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Nails done, hair done, everything did




Nails done, hair done, everything did
Oh, you fancy, huh? (fancy)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Drake ft. T.I. & Swizz Beatz's song "Fancy" are a tribute to a woman who puts a lot of effort into her appearance and exudes confidence. The chorus repeatedly praises the woman as being "fancy," with her nails, hair, and everything else perfectly done. She spends hours on her appearance and takes care of herself in ways that men might not even notice. The lyrics also speak to the woman's intelligence, class, and independence, acknowledging that she is not like other women who may be interested in material possessions or are not as self-assured. In the end, the song celebrates the idea that a woman can be fancy and take pride in herself without sacrificing any of her values or intellect.


Line by Line Meaning

Go, go 'head (Go, go, go)
Encouragement to continue with one's fancy lifestyle and behavior.


Go, go, go 'head (Go, go, go)
Reiteration of the previous encouragement.


Go, go, go, go, go, go 'head
Further encouragement to continue with fanciness.


Oh, you fancy, huh?
Acknowledgment of the subject's fancy lifestyle and behavior.


Oh, you fancy, huh?
Reiteration of the previous acknowledgement.


Nails done, hair done, everything did
Having everything worked on and maintained to embody the luxurious aesthetic.


You, you fancy huh?
Comment on the subject's fancy lifestyle and behavior.


Nails done, hair done, everything did, uh
Further emphasis on the luxurious aesthetic.


You getting ready so I know we gon' be here awhile
The subject's penchant for taking time to prepare and maintain themselves is noted.


In the bathroom flat irons and nail files
Observation of the subject's beauty regimen, involving hair and nail maintenance.


Spending hours in salons on your hairstyles
Further observation of the subject's dedication to maintaining their appearance.


In the mall steady racking up the air miles
The subject has a tendency to shop for luxury items and jet-set to different locales to do so.


Hit the gym, step on the scales, stare at the number
The subject fits exercise and weight management into their lifestyle.


You say you droppin' 10 pounds preparin' for summer
The subject's specific weight loss goal is discussed.


And you don't do it for the man, men never notice
The subject's goals in maintaining physical appearance are not for male attention.


You just do it for yourself, you the fucking coldest
The subject maintains their appearance for their own satisfaction and exudes confidence.


Intelligent too, ooh you're my sweetheart
The subject's intelligence is noted.


I've always liked my women book and street smart
The preference for intelligent women is stated.


Long as they got a little class like half days
The subject's class and refinement are praised.


And the confidence to overlook my past ways
The subject is secure in themselves and not worried about the artist's past mistakes.


Time heals all and heels hurt to walk in
Despite challenges, time heals all wounds and the subject has mastered the art of walking in heels.


But they go with the clutch that you carry your lip gloss in
The subject's accessories are well-coordinated and luxurious.


And look, I really think that nobody does it better
The singer believes that the subject's lifestyle and behavior is unparalleled.


I love the way you put it together, uh
The artist admires the subject's style and personal presentation.


Oh, you fancy, huh??
Reiteration of the subject's luxurious and refined character.


Nails done, hair done, everything did ('Sup, girl)
Further emphasis on the luxurious aesthetic.


Well, aren't you a breath of fresh air?
A compliment to the subject, who stands out from other superficial women in the room.


From all these superficial gold digging bitches in here
Negative comment about other women in the room who are more interested in money than anything else.


They get a baller, think that they ain't got to pick a career
The artist criticizes women who rely on wealthy men and have no career aspirations.


Guess they plan on sucking dicks until some millions appear
More criticism of women who rely on wealthy men for their livelihood.


Like "Voilร !" You do it right he might just buy you a car
The singer mocks women who expect cars from men in exchange for their attention and affection.


Now she play these suckers just like B.o.B play the guitar
The artist comments on women who manipulate men for their own benefit.


Now here you are with your girls having drinks at the bar
The subject is out with friends enjoying drinks.


I say I'm buying, you decline, that is kinda bizarre
The subject is independent and doesn't need men to buy drinks for her.


Independent with the demeanor of an R&B singer (check)
The singer notes the subject's independent and confident manner.


Naked ring finger, M3 Beamer (check, check)
The subject is single but still able to afford luxuries like a BMW M3.


Champagne Range, triple-white Jag
The subject owns luxurious cars like a Range Rover and Jaguar.


Closet full of brand new clothes and handbags
The subject has a wardrobe full of designer clothes and accessories.


Alexander McQueen, Prada, Gucci, Chanel
The subject owns designer items from Alexander McQueen, Prada, Gucci, and Chanel.


D&G, BCBG, Versace, Louis and Bebe
The subject owns designer items from Dolce & Gabbana, BCBG, Versace, Louis Vuitton, and Bebe.


You ain't needy, greedy or easy as these other breezy's
The artist notes the subject's independence and struggles with women who rely on men.


Who fuck for bottles of Riesling and bowls of baked ziti
The singer further criticizes women who place little value on their own worth.


Atlanta girls, let me see your hands (yeah)
The singer wants to see the hands of Atlanta women who relate to the song.


Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (come on)
The artist wants women to wave their hands to show off their confidence and to taunt haters.


Girl you got it, let 'em know that everything big
The artist encourages women to showcase their luxury and success.


And my NY girls, let me see your hands (woo)
The artist wants to see the hands of New York women who relate to the song.


And my LA girls, let me see your hands
The singer wants to see the hands of Los Angeles women who relate to the song.


Girl you got it, let 'em know everything big
Encouragement for women to showcase their success and luxury.


And my TO girls, let me see your hands
The singer wants to see the hands of Toronto women who relate to the song.


Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (yeah)
Concluding encouragement for women to wave hands and taunt haters.


Nails done, hair done, nails done, hair done
Further emphasis on the luxurious aesthetic.


Say go Cinderella, go Cinderella
Encouragement to continue with the luxurious lifestyle despite obstacles.


Orgasm blush, lipstick and concealer
Reference to the subject's good looks.


Devil in a tight dress, girl you a killer
Attraction to the subject and acknowledgement of their beauty.


And ain't nobody realer, and ain't nobody realer, go
The subject is genuine and real in their glamorous lifestyle.


Go, go, go, go, go, go, go (showtime)
Further encouragement to continue with the lavish lifestyle.


Go, go, go, go, go (as we proceed)
Further encouragement as the song proceeds.


Uh, 5 and a half in boys, ass is off the hook
The subject's sexual appeal is discussed.


Cinderella 'bout to lose the glass off her foot
Allusion to the classic story of Cinderella and the ball.


And when I find it is when I find you
When the artist finally finds love, they will find the subject.


And we can do the things we never got the time to
The singer looks forward to spending time with the subject and doing things they never had time for before.


Better late than never but never late is better
Acknowledgment that it is better to arrive late than never, but it is always best to be punctual.


They tell me time is money, well we'll spend it together
Time spent with the subject is valuable like money.


I'm down for whatever, you just lead the way
The artist is willing to do whatever the subject wants.


We go to dinner you don't even look at me to pay
The subject is independent and does not need the artist to pay for dinner.


Mature women with more than me were the first to tempt me
The singer was first attracted to mature women with more life experience than them.


And Jason had this girl Tammy with a purple Bentley
A story about a friend who dated a girl with an expensive car.


How she got it I ain't never get to ask
The artist does not know how Tammy obtained the expensive car.


I just knew that she was fine like a ticket on the dash
The artist was only attracted to Tammy's looks and the car added to her appeal.


Yeah, but shout out to the homeowners
Acknowledgment of individuals who own their own homes.


The girls that got diplomas and enough money to loan us
Praise for women who have education and financial stability to independently support themselves and to help others.


A little something extra, should we ever need it
Offer of assistance.


If it sounds like you, then let me hear you repeat it
Encouragement to repeat the phrase "Oh, you fancy, huh?" if the song resonates with the listener.




Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Matthew Samuels, Aubrey Graham, Kasseem Dean, Clifford Harris, Avery Chambliss, Noah Shabib, Henry Zant, Aubrey Johnson

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Comments from YouTube:

@thegifted1234

that intro is soul touching

@PrettyBoiiDLR

Hard to believe this song will be 10 years old this year ๐Ÿคฏ๐Ÿคฏ

@hakeemsd70m

I know, I feel you. Where in the world did all that time go? I was in my freshman year of high school in fall 2010, now I'm in my mid 20s. So many memories...๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜ฅ Forever my favorite song, Fancy huh...

@RockDaParty94

@Hakeem Sd70M wish this one was on Spotify only have the one with Ti.

@hakeemsd70m

@Rock Da Party 94 I'm with you, a shame this version wasn't the official one. Mary fits in this song's smooth, soulful vibe better than Ti in my opinion, though I'm a fan of them both.

@GravityBladerDrago

Here for a reminder (maybe u forg ab the song) 12 years today!!

@Benj305

Age is catching up to us it is very crazy. It is still a bomb track

@fourzerozerozero

It's a sample of Ace Spectrum's "I Don't Want to Play Around".

@jonathanakerele8006

Mary J. Blige just killed the life out this remix with her melodic voice added in with T.I.'s verses. =)

@kayshawnsimmons6822

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