Fancy
Drake ft Mary J. Blige & Swizz Beatz Lyrics
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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?
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 "Voilà!" 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)
The song "Fancy" by Drake ft. Swizz Beatz and Mary J. Blige is a tribute to women who work hard on their appearance and their careers. Drake begins by admiring the effort women put into looking good, with references to nails, hair, salons, and gyms. He then praises their intelligence and their ability to overlook his past mistakes, indicating that he values character and class over physical appearance alone. Swizz Beatz points out the contrast between these "fancy" women and others who rely on men for their success. Mary J. Blige adds a touch of glamor to the song, encouraging women to assert their confidence and flaunt their luxury goods. The repeated refrain of "oh, you fancy, huh?" reinforces the message that hard work and self-confidence are worthy of admiration.
Line by Line Meaning
Go, go 'head (Go, go, go)
Encouragement to continue doing what you're doing
Oh, you fancy, huh?
Acknowledgment of someone's high maintenance appearance
Nails done, hair done, everything did
Indication of a maintained physical appearance
You getting ready so I know we gon' be here awhile
Anticipation of spending a long time getting ready
In the bathroom flat irons and nail files
Items being used to continue physical maintenance
Spending hours in salons on your hairstyles
Dedication to maintaining a certain hairstyle
In the mall steady racking up the air miles
Shopping frequently for new items or clothes
Hit the gym, step on the scales, stare at the number
Working out and monitoring weight loss progress
You say you droppin' 10 pounds preparin' for summer
Intention to lose weight for summer
And you don't do it for the man, men never notice
Motivation for physical maintenance isn't to get attention from men
You just do it for yourself, you the fucking coldest
Taking care of yourself for personal satisfaction
Intelligent too, ooh you're my sweetheart
Complimenting intelligence and expressing affection
I've always liked my women book and street smart
Preference for women who are intelligent in multiple ways
Long as they got a little class like half days
Desire for women with some sophistication
And the confidence to overlook my past ways
Hope for a woman who won't judge or hold past mistakes against him
Time heals all and heels hurt to walk in
A reference to both the healing nature of time and the discomfort of high heels
But they go with the clutch that you carry your lip gloss in
High heels complement the small purse that carries lip gloss
And look, I really think that nobody does it better
Praising the individual's style and appearance
Well, aren't you a breath of fresh air?
Complimenting the individual
From all these superficial gold digging bitches in here
Comparing the individual to other women in the environment who are motivated by money
They get a baller, think that they ain't got to pick a career
Criticism of women who rely on men for financial stability
Guess they plan on sucking dicks until some millions appear
Suggesting that some women use sexual favors as a means to financial gain
Like “Voilà!” You do it right he might just buy you a car
Sarcasm in response to women who use their bodies for monetary benefit
Now here you are with your girls having drinks at the bar
Noticing the individual enjoying time with friends
I say I'm buying, you decline, that is kinda bizarre
Surprised that the individual declines his offer to pay for drinks
Independent with the demeanor of an R&B singer (check)
Observing the individual's independent and confident personality
Naked ring finger, M3 Beamer (check, check)
Noticing the individual is not wearing a wedding ring and drives a nice car
Champagne Range, triple-white Jag
More observations of the individual's possessions
Closet full of brand new clothes and handbags
Noticing that the individual enjoys shopping for new items
Alexander McQueen, Prada, Gucci, Chanel
Specific designer brands owned by the individual
D&G, BCBG, Versace, Louis and Bebe
Additional designer brands owned by the individual
You ain't needy, greedy or easy as these other breezy's
Affirmation that the individual is not like other materialistic or promiscuous women
Who fuck for bottles of Riesling and bowls of baked ziti
Reference to women who exchange sexual favors for mediocre rewards
Atlanta girls, let me see your hands (yeah)
Shoutout to women from Atlanta in the audience
Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (come on)
Directing the women to show off to those who may be envious of them
And my NY girls, let me see your hands (woo)
Shoutout to women from New York in the audience
And my LA girls, let me see your hands
Shoutout to women from Los Angeles in the audience
Girl you got it, let 'em know everything big
Encouraging the women to acknowledge their own greatness
And my TO girls, let me see your hands
Shoutout to women from Toronto in the audience
Wave 'em at them bitches hating on you with their friends (yeah)
Encouragement to show off to those who may be envious
Say go Cinderella, go Cinderella
Acknowledging the individual as a princess-like figure
Orgasm blush, lipstick and concealer
Reference to makeup products
Devil in a tight dress, girl you a killer
Complimenting the individual's appearance
And ain't nobody realer, and ain't nobody realer, go
Further praise for the individual
5 and a half in boys, ass is off the hook
Commenting on the individual's body shape
Cinderella 'bout to lose the glass off her foot
Referencing the fairy tale of Cinderella losing her glass slipper
And when I find it is when I find you
A metaphorical statement linking finding the glass slipper to finding the individual
And we can do the things we never got the time to
Looking forward to having time to spend together
Better late than never but never late is better
Acknowledging that it's better to meet later than not at all, but ideally they would have met sooner
They tell me time is money, well we'll spend it together
Acknowledging that time is valuable, but they are willing to spend it together
I'm down for whatever, you just lead the way
Willing to go along with whatever the individual wants to do
We go to dinner you don't even look at me to pay
The individual is paying for dinner and he appreciates it
Mature women with more than me were the first to tempt me
Referring to past romantic experiences with older women who were more worldly
And Jason had this girl Tammy with a purple Bentley
A reference to a friend's girlfriend who had a fancy car
How she got it I ain't never get to ask
He never found out how Tammy was able to afford her car
Yeah, but shout out to the homeowners
Acknowledging those who own their homes
The girls that got diplomas and enough money to loan us
Praising women who are educated and financially stable
A little something extra, should we ever need it
Offering help or support if it's ever needed
If it sounds like you, then let me hear you repeat it
Encouraging those who relate to what he's saying to express it
Oh, you fancy, huh? (fancy)
Reiterating the acknowledgment of the individual's high maintenance appearance
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, 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
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thegifted1234
that intro is soul touching
@PrettyBoiiDLR
Hard to believe this song will be 10 years old this year 🤯🤯
@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...😊😥 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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