Run the World
Glee Cast Lyrics


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Girls, we run this mother (yeah)
Girls, we run this mother (yeah)
Girls, we run this mother (yeah)
Girls, we run this (girls)

Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)

Some of them men think they freak this like we do
But no they don't
Make your check come at they neck
Disrespect us no they won't

Boy don't even try to touch this
Boy this beat is crazy
This is how they made me
Houston Texas baby
This goes out to all my girls that's in the club rocking the latest
Who will buy it for themselves and get more money later
I think I need a barber
None of these people can fade me
I'm so good with this
I remind you I'm so hood with this

Boy I'm just playing
Come here baby
Hope you still like me
If you pay me

My persuasion can build a nation
Endless power our love we can devour
You'll do anything for me
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
It's hot up in here DJ don't be scared to run this run this back
I'm looking for the girls who're taking over the world have me raise a glass for the college grads

Anyone rolling I'll let you know what time it is, check
You can't hold me
I work my 9 to 5 and I cut my check
This goes out to all the women getting it in you on your grind
To other men that respect what I do please accept my shine
Boy I know you love it how we're smart enough to make these millions
Strong enough to bear the children then get back to business
See, you better not play me don't come here baby
Hope you still like me if you pay me

My persuasion can build a nation
Endless power our love we can devour
You'll do anything for me

Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run this? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)
Who run the world? (Girls)

Who are we, what we run, the world
(Who run this mother?)
Who are we, what we run, the world
(Who run this mother, yeah)
Who are we, what do we run, the world
(Who run this mother, yeah)




Who are we, what we run, we run the world
Who run the world, girls (girls)

Overall Meaning

The song “Run the World” is an anthem for women, encouraging them to take charge and assert their power. The repeated chorus of “Who run the world? Girls!” emphasizes the message that women are capable of running the show. The verses take a direct shot at men who think they can “freak this like we do” and disrespect women, reminding them that girls have the power and they won't hesitate to use it.


The lyrics also celebrate the achievements of women who are “getting it in” and “on their grind”, whether they are college grads or working 9 to 5 jobs. The bridge of the song declares that women possess endless power and, if they work together, they can build and devour nations.


Overall, “Run the World” is a song about empowerment and breaking through traditional gender roles. It sends a message to girls around the world that they should be confident in their abilities, take charge of their lives, and show the world what they're made of.


Line by Line Meaning

Girls, we run this mother (yeah)
Women are in charge and have the power (yeah)


Who run the world? (Girls)
Who is in charge? Women!


Some of them men think they freak this like we do But no they don't Make your check come at they neck Disrespect us no they won't
Men may try to be like us, but they cannot. Do not disrespect us or you will pay the price.


Boy don't even try to touch this Boy this beat is crazy This is how they made me Houston Texas baby
Do not try to mess with us as we are strong and the beat is amazing. We were born and raised in Houston, Texas.


This goes out to all my girls that's in the club rocking the latest Who will buy it for themselves and get more money later
Shoutout to all the women in the club looking amazing and who are financially independent.


I think I need a barber None of these people can fade me I'm so good with this I remind you I'm so hood with this
I need a haircut, but no one can match my style. I am skilled at what I do and I come from a certain background.


Boy I'm just playing Come here baby Hope you still like me If you pay me
I am teasing you, but still interested in you. I hope you still like me and are willing to pay for my services.


My persuasion can build a nation Endless power our love we can devour You'll do anything for me
My charm and influence can make a strong country. Our love together is unstoppable and you will do anything for me.


It's hot up in here DJ don't be scared to run this run this back I'm looking for the girls who're taking over the world have me raise a glass for the college grads
It's getting hot in here, DJ. Keep playing this song. I am searching for women who are making strides in the world and toasting to the college grads.


Anyone rolling I'll let you know what time it is, check You can't hold me I work my 9 to 5 and I cut my check
If you're rolling with me, I'll keep you updated. You cannot control me as I work hard and earn my paycheck.


This goes out to all the women getting it in you on your grind To other men that respect what I do please accept my shine
Shoutout to all the hardworking women doing their thing. To the men who support me, thank you for acknowledging my achievements.


Boy I know you love it how we're smart enough to make these millions Strong enough to bear the children then get back to business See, you better not play me don't come here baby Hope you still like me if you pay me
You love how we are smart enough to make money and also bear children. But do not disrespect me or try to play me. I still hope you like me if you pay me.


Who are we, what we run, the world (Who run this mother?) Who are we, what we run, the world (Who run this mother, yeah) Who are we, what do we run, the world (Who run this mother, yeah) Who are we, what we run, we run the world Who run the world, girls (girls)
We are women and we are in charge of the world. Who runs the world? Girls (girls)!




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Adidja Palmer, Beyonce Gisselle Knowles, David James Andrew Taylor, Nick Van De Wall, Terius Nash, Thomas Wesley Pentz

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@julia0243

Santana looks so proud

@HudaYoonhyun

Her attitude gets me everytime xD

@las9582

Makes me love it so much more

@songbvrds2163

As she should.

@maisiebroderick4841

Rossana Prodan really? Oh she’s Brittany (the blond singing)’s girlfriend that joins in singing halfway through

@oxforddictonary

Hott....the word you're looking for is hott.....and that's coming from a gay man! #AMEN

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@violetwashington1585

Honestly love this for her. She went from being Beyoncé’s backup dancer to singing her song in the show. She was the most qualified person to perform this song.

@Yallneedcharlie

Fun fact the first blonde dancer to pop up when heather started singing is Hannah Beyoncé current dance captain for the renaissance world tour

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@saramarinelli

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