Azalea's debut studio album, The New Classic (2014), peaked among the top five on several charts worldwide, but received mixed reviews from within the industry. The album eventually topped the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, making Azalea the first non-American female rapper to reach the top of the chart. The New Classic was preceded by Azalea's debut single "Work" and chart-topping single "Fancy" (featuring Charli XCX), which hit the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Azalea was featured on Ariana Grande's 2014 single "Problem", which peaked at number two behind "Fancy". With these hits, Azalea became the second musical act (behind The Beatles) act to rank at number one and two simultaneously on the Hot 100 with their debut appearances on the chart. In addition, she achieved three top ten hits simultaneously on the Hot 100 with the aforementioned songs and the album's fifth single, "Black Widow" (featuring Rita Ora), which debuted later that year.
After her debut album, Azalea released a slew of singles to build anticipation for her intended second album, Digital Distortion. However, a series of conflicts with her label, as well as personal conflicts, resulted in the project being cancelled. Consequently, Azalea switched labels, releasing the EP Survive the Summer (2018) under Island Records. Further disagreements led to Azalea becoming an independent artist and creating her own label, Bad Dreams, through a distribution deal with Empire. Her second album, In My Defense, was released in 2019, followed by another EP, Wicked Lips, that same year. Before taking a hiatus from music, Azalea released her third studio album, The End of an Era, in August 2021.
Azalea's accolades include two American Music Awards, three Billboard Music Awards, an MTV Video Music Award, a People's Choice Award, four Teen Choice Awards and four Grammy Award nominations. Azalea's official YouTube channel has accumulated more than 3.4 billion views, with 15 music videos receiving over 100 million views on Vevo.
Just Askin'
Iggy Azalea Lyrics
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And are you still coolin' with that lame girl?
I ain't hatin', it don't matter though
I kept it cool, but you made me wanna slap a ho
I look good, what does she have?
I was down, no knee pads
Look, this kinda sound like a poem
If you relate then point 'em out if you know 'em
You was hanging so hard, you nearly lost that
Little trick you like to do, yeah I taught that
I got a brand new man and a brand new place
Glad you called, thought you coulda had that space
I'm alright, and Imma play it cool
I can't cook, but I made a plate for you
You wanted something more, than what we had
What's up with her? She ain't all that
I'm not trippin' on what coulda been
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
Just askin'
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
I just happened
To run into you and I noticed your reaction
You couldn't say shit, I read your caption
She a one-hit wonder, and you missin' my classics
Damn that's tragic
I would hate to be you
To tell the truth, she could never be me
I got a new man, with a few new bands
Give me what I want, and he got that D
I got a brand new man and a brand new place
Glad you called, thought you coulda had that space
I'm alright, and Imma play it cool
I can't cook, but I made a plate for you
You wanted something more, than what we had
What's up with her? She ain't all that
I'm not trippin' on what coulda been
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
Sent Saturday at 11:53 PM
You know what, you are seriously such a fuckin' bitch ass, loser, motherfucker
You got over me? Yeah, you got the fuck over me
'Cause you fucked another fuckin' bitch
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I'm sorry that I'm crying right now
But I'm drunk, and
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This is bullshit, because you found
A new perfect girl for you
Wassup, in your world?
Wassup, in your world?
I got a brand new man and a brand new place
Glad you called, thought you coulda had that space
I'm alright, and Imma play it cool
I can't cook, but I made a plate for you
You wanted something more, than what we had
What's up with her? She ain't all that
I'm not trippin' on what coulda been
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
In "Just Askin'," Iggy Azalea addresses an ex-partner who she's recently run into. She asks him how he's doing, wonders aloud whether he's still with the "lame girl" he was dating when they were together, and takes a moment to assert her own hotness in comparison. She then goes on to boast about her own new relationship, and finally reads out a string of increasingly agitated and drunken text messages from her ex, which she reiterates don't phase her. Throughout the song, Azalea embodies a powerful, confident persona that refuses to be bothered by her ex's attempts to get in touch or by his new relationship. The lyrics are a clear indication of the singer's self-assurance, and will doubtless resonate with anyone who's been in a similar situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Wassup, in your world?
How's life treating you?
And are you still coolin' with that lame girl?
Are you still with that girl you were dating?
I ain't hatin', it don't matter though
I don't have any ill feelings towards you or your girlfriend, but it's not important.
I kept it cool, but you made me wanna slap a ho
I was calm before, but you irritated me to the point where I wanted to get physical with someone.
I look good, what does she have?
I am attractive, why is your girlfriend better than me?
I was down, no knee pads
I performed oral sex without protection.
Look, this kinda sound like a poem
It seems like what I'm saying could be considered poetic.
If you relate then point 'em out if you know 'em
If you find similarities to what I'm saying, let me know.
Hey, boy hush that, I remembered you were riding on your mustache
Shut up, I remember when you were so poor you couldn't afford a razor and had a mustache.
You was hanging so hard, you nearly lost that
You were trying so hard to impress me but you almost failed.
Little trick you like to do, yeah I taught that
That move you like to do, I taught it to you.
I got a brand new man and a brand new place
I moved on from you and have a new boyfriend and a new home.
Glad you called, thought you coulda had that space
I'm happy you reached out, but I'm content where I am and don't need your company.
I'm alright, and Imma play it cool
I'm doing fine and will not act desperate.
I can't cook, but I made a plate for you
I'm not skilled in cooking, but I made an effort to prepare food for you.
You wanted something more, than what we had
You wanted a deeper commitment than what we had.
What's up with her? She ain't all that
What's so great about your new girlfriend? I don't see it.
I'm not trippin' on what coulda been
I'm not hung up on the idea of what our relationship could have been.
I know it's kinda weird, I'm just askin'
I recognize that my questions may come across as strange or awkward, but I'm just curious.
I just happened
I coincidentally ran into you.
To run into you and I noticed your reaction
When I saw you, I noticed your response to seeing me.
You couldn't say shit, I read your caption
You were speechless and I saw what you posted online.
She a one-hit wonder, and you missin' my classics
Your girlfriend is a temporary sensation, whereas I have timeless qualities you're overlooking.
Damn that's tragic
That's unfortunate for you.
I would hate to be you
I wouldn't want to be in your position.
To tell the truth, she could never be me
Honestly, your girlfriend can't compare to me.
I got a new man, with a few new bands
I have a new boyfriend who has a lot of money.
Give me what I want, and he got that D
He provides me with what I desire, including sexual satisfaction.
You know what, you are seriously such a fuckin' bitch ass, loser, motherfucker
You are a disrespectful, worthless person.
You got over me? Yeah, you got the fuck over me
You moved on from me? Congratulations, that doesn't affect me.
'Cause you fucked another fuckin' bitch
You slept with someone else.
I'm sorry that I'm crying right now
I apologize for my emotional state at the moment.
But I'm drunk, and
I'm intoxicated and not in control of my emotions.
This is bullshit, because you found
This is unfair, because you found
A new perfect girl for you
Someone that fits your standards better than I did.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JONATHAN SHAVE, AMETHYST AMELIA KELLY, MARKOUS ROBERTS, JASON PEBWORTH, GEORGE ASTASIO, NATALIE SIMS, RYAN WOODCOCK
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Sarah Rebecca
on Work
i love this song iggy is awesome
Jalyn Welch
on Bounce
i love this song!
Carmela Bellucci
on Fancy
[Verse 1 — Iggy Azalea:]
First thing's first, I'm the realest (realest)
Drop this and let the whole world feel it (let them feel it)
And I'm still in the Murda Bizness
I could hold you down, like I'm givin' lessons in physics (right, right)
You should want a bad bitch like this (huh?)
Drop it low and pick it up just like this (yeah)
Cup of Ace, cup of Goose, cup of Cris
High heels, somethin' worth a half a ticket on my wrist (on my wrist)
Takin' all the liquor straight, never chase that (never)
Rooftop like we bringin' '88 back (what?)
Bring the hooks in, where the bass at?
Champagne spillin', you should taste that
[Hook — Charli XCX:]
I'm so fancy
You already know
I'm in the fast lane
From L.A. to Tokyo
I'm so fancy
Can't you taste this gold?
Remember my name
'Bout to blow
[Verse 2 — Iggy Azalea:]
I said, "Baby, I do this, I thought that you knew this."
Can't stand no haters and honest, the truth is
And my flow retarded, each beat did depart it
Swagger on stupid, I can't shop in no department
To get my money on time, if they not money, decline
And swear I meant that there so much that they give that line a rewind
So get my money on time, if they not money, decline
I just can't worry 'bout no haters, gotta stay on my grind
Now tell me, who that, who that? That do that, do that?
Put that paper over all, I thought you knew that, knew that
I be the I-G-G-Y, put my name in bold
I been working, I'm up in here with some change to throw
[Hook — Charli XCX:]
I'm so fancy
You already know
I'm in the fast lane
From L.A. to Tokyo
I'm so fancy
Can't you taste this gold?
Remember my name
'Bout to blow
[Bridge — Charli XCX:]
Trash the hotel
Let's get drunk on the mini bar
Make the phone call
Feels so good getting what I want
Yeah, keep on turning it up
Chandelier swinging, we don't give a fuck
Film star, yeah I'm deluxe
Classic, expensive, you don't get to touch
Ow...
[Verse 3 — Iggy Azalea:]
Still stunned, how you love that?
Got the whole world asking how I does that
Hot girl, hands off, don't touch that
Look at it I bet you wishing you could clutch that
It's just the way you like it, huh?
You so good, he's just wishing he could bite it, huh?
Never turn down money,
Slaying these hoes, gold trigger on the gun like
[Hook — Charli XCX:]
I'm so fancy
You already know
I'm in the fast lane
From L.A. to Tokyo
I'm so fancy
Can't you taste this gold?
Remember my name
'Bout to blow
[Outro:]
Who that, who that, I-G-G-Y
That do that, do that, I-I-G-G-Y
Who that, who that, I-I-I-G-G-Y
Blow
Who-who-who-who that, who that, I-G-G-Y
That do that, do that, I-I-G-G-Y
Who that, who that, I-I-I-G-G-Y
Blow