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.
The Last Song
Iggy Azalea Lyrics
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All men are liars
You can only trust yourself
I know that weed is fire!
It can't last forever
True love died in '96
There is nothing left now
Replace hearts with business
What I'm meaning to seems I,
Think I met someone
But he ain't really my type shiiit
He only 21
His fingers do the talking
Where he's from, will be his coffin
Every time this homeboy drive me 'round think I might die on slauson
But,
I still wanna keep him, cook him breakfast in the mornings
We haven't even kissed yet
But that just make me want him more
Plus he love his mama yep
He a family man
And even though the ratchets love him,
I still think he a gentleman
Oh oh oh
Life's a trip and baby you the plane
And I'm just trynna get a seat next to you to stay
Put his fear in his nose
Why he do that? I don't know
I lost a couple friends to that
So I hope he is in control
Every time he swear he gonna stop
But I know that he won't wish
I could be the only angel he need to be strong
This, could be dangerous
Man I got a lot at stake
I ain't even graduate
So I don't have room for mistakes
No oh oh oh
Life's a trip and baby you the plane
I'm just trynna get a seat next to you to stay
Yes I am, yes I would.
When? For good? For you? For ever!
All my friends think that I'm crazy
They tell me I could do better
Fuck all that, boo
It's you that I'm trying to get to heaven with
They say that you're a hindrance
But I think that you genuinence
They say he's no item. Please don't like him.
He don't wife 'em, he one nights 'em! '
But I don't give a fuck if my friends don't like him
I don't give a f...
They say he's no item. Please don't like him.
He don't wife 'em, he one nights 'em! '
But I don't give a fuck if my friends don't like him
I don't give a fuck if my friends don't like him!
The lyrics in Iggy Azalea's song The Last Song express her frustration with the idea that men are always lying and women are not valued. She hears these negative opinions everywhere, and they have made her believe that true love has died. Iggy seems to have found someone who doesn't fit the mold, but she's unsure if he is the right person for her. She's willing to take a chance and get to know him, despite the warnings from her friends. The man she's interested in doesn't fit the typical definition of a good partner, as he has vices like smoking weed and he's only 21. However, he seems to connect with Iggy through his family values and his respect for his mother. Despite everything, Iggy is willing to stick with him and risk everything.
The overall message of the song seems to be about taking a chance on love, even if it doesn't fit within societal norms. It argues that there is nothing left in life if we don't take these risks and make our own choices. Iggy is tired of hearing the same negative opinions about relationships and is willing to go against the grain to find happiness. The song is ultimately about how love can be dangerous and complicated, but it's worth it to take that chance.
Line by Line Meaning
All I hear is bitches ain't shit
I'm tired of hearing people speak poorly about women
All men are liars
I've been hurt by men in the past and have a hard time trusting them
You can only trust yourself
I've learned that relying on others for happiness and security is not always reliable
I know that weed is fire!
I enjoy smoking marijuana and it makes me feel good
It can't last forever
I am aware that nothing lasts forever and things can change quickly
True love died in '96
I feel like true love is a thing of the past and not achievable in modern times
There is nothing left now
I feel like everything has been taken away from me and I have nothing left to lose
Replace hearts with business
People are more concerned with making money than forming genuine connections with others
Damn well...
I am aware of the possible consequences of my actions
What I'm meaning to seems I,
What I'm trying to say is that
Think I met someone
I believe that I have met a potential romantic partner
But he ain't really my type shiiit
I am unsure if this person is the right match for me
He only 21
He is quite young and may not be ready for a long term commitment
His fingers do the talking
He communicates through actions rather than words
Where he's from, will be his coffin
He comes from a dangerous neighborhood and may be at risk of harm
Every time this homeboy drive me 'round think I might die on slauson
I feel unsafe when he drives me through his neighborhood
But, I still wanna keep him, cook him breakfast in the mornings
Despite my concerns, I am still interested in pursuing a relationship with him and caring for him
We haven't even kissed yet
Our relationship is still in the early stages and we have not yet been physically intimate
But that just make me want him more
The fact that we haven't kissed yet makes me desire him even more
Plus he love his mama yep
He has a good relationship with his mother, which is important to me
He a family man
He values his family and has a strong connection with them
And even though the ratchets love him,
Despite the fact that he is popular among certain people who may not have the best reputation
I still think he a gentleman
I believe that he is a kind and respectful person
Oh oh oh
Expressing excitement or anticipation
Life's a trip and baby you the plane
Life is unpredictable and constantly changing, and this person is a significant part of my journey
And I'm just trynna get a seat next to you to stay
I want to be in a committed relationship with this person and stay by their side
Put his fear in his nose
He uses cocaine, which puts him at risk for addiction and negative consequences
Why he do that? I don't know
I am unsure why he chooses to use cocaine
I lost a couple friends to that
I have personally experienced the negative effects of drug use and lost friends as a result
So I hope he is in control
I hope that he is able to manage his drug use and not let it affect his life negatively
Every time he swear he gonna stop
He has promised to stop using drugs in the past
But I know that he won't wish
Despite his promises, I don't believe that he will be able to quit using drugs
I could be the only angel he need to be strong
I want to be a source of strength and support for him, and potentially help him overcome his addiction
This, could be dangerous
Pursuing a relationship with someone who uses drugs could potentially put me in a dangerous situation
Man I got a lot at stake
I have a lot to lose and am taking a risk by getting involved with this person
I ain't even graduate
I have not finished my education and have limited options
So I don't have room for mistakes
I cannot afford to make any mistakes or else it could have negative consequences on my life
All my friends think that I'm crazy
My friends are concerned and do not support my decision to pursue a relationship with this person
They tell me I could do better
My friends believe that I have other, better options for a romantic partner
Fuck all that, boo
I don't care about their opinions
It's you that I'm trying to get to heaven with
I am willing to take risks and go against the advice of others because I care about this person and want to build a life with them
They say that you're a hindrance
My friends believe that this person is not good for me and will hold me back
But I think that you genuinence
Despite their concerns, I believe that this person is genuine and worth pursuing a relationship with
They say he's no item. Please don't like him.
My friends do not approve of this person and do not think that he is a good match for me
He don't wife 'em, he one nights 'em! '
They believe that he only wants short term, casual relationships
But I don't give a fuck if my friends don't like him
I am willing to go against the opinions of my friends and follow my own instincts and desires
I don't give a fuck if my friends don't like him!
Emphasizing that I truly don't care about their opinions
Contributed by Alexis S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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