Stronger
Jamie Foxx/Kanye West/Twista Lyrics


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N-now th-that that don't kill me
Can only make me stronger
I need you to hurry up now
'Cause I can't wait much longer
I know I got to be right now
'Cause I can't get much wronger
Man I've been waiting all night now
That's how long I been on ya
I need you right now

Let's get lost tonight
You could be my black Kate Moss tonight
Play secretary, I'm the boss tonight
And you don't give a fuck what they all say, right?
Awesome, the Christian in Christian Dior
Damn, they don't make em like this anymore
I ask, cause I'm not sure:
Do anybody make real shit anymore?
Bow in the presence of greatness
'Cause right now thou hast forsaken us
You should be honored by my lateness
That I would even show up to this fake shit
So go ahead, go nuts, go apeshit
Specially on my Pastel, on my Bape shit
Act like you can't tell who made this
New Gospel homey, take six and take this, haters

N-now th-that that don't kill me
Can only make me stronger
I need you to hurry up now
'Cause I can't wait much longer
I know I got to be right now
'Cause I can't get much wronger
Man I've been waiting all night now
That's how long I been on ya
I need you right now

I don't know if you got a man or not
If you made plans or not
God put me in the plans or not
I'm tripping, this drink got me saying a lot
But I know that God put you in front of me
So how the hell could you front on me?
There's a thousand yous, there's only one of me
I'm tripping, I'm caught up in the moment, right?
'Cause it's Louis Vuitton Don night
So we gonna do everything that Kan like
Heard they'd do anything for a Klondike
Well, I'd do anything for a blonde dyke
And she'll do anything for the limelight
And will do anything when the time's right
Uh, baby you're makin' it (harder, better, faster, stronger)

N-now th-that that don't kill me
Can only make me stronger
I need you to hurry up now
'Cause I can't wait much longer
I know I got to be right now
'Cause I can't get much wronger
Man I've been waiting all night now
That's how long I been on ya
I need you right now

You know how long I've been on ya?
Since Prince was on Apollonia
Since O.J. had isotoners
Don't act like I never told ya

N-now th-that that don't kill me
Can only make me stronger
I need you to hurry up now
'Cause I can't wait much longer
I know I got to be right now
'Cause I can't get much wronger
Man I've been waiting all night now
That's how long I been on ya
I need you right now

You know how long I've been on ya?
Since Prince was on Apollonia
Since O.J. had isotoners
Don't act like I never told ya

You know how long I've been on ya?
Since Prince was on Apollonia




Since O.J. had isotoners
Don't act like I never told ya

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Stronger by Jamie Foxx/Kanye West/Twista are a reflection of the sheer willpower of an individual to overcome any obstacle that comes their way. The first verse tells us that whatever challenge one might face, it can only make a person stronger. The urgency in the lyrics indicates that the singer cannot wait much longer to tackle the challenge at hand, emphasizing the idea of taking control of one's life. The singer knows that they need to take action immediately, and they cannot afford to make any mistakes. The line "man, I've been waiting all night now, that's how long I've been on ya" gives a sense of determination and persistence, further supporting the idea that the singer is ready to face any challenge head-on.


The second verse shifts the focus to the present moment, where the singer is ready to go on a wild night out. The singer wants to have a good time and is unapologetic about it. The mention of the Christian in Christian Dior throws light on the idea that one's beliefs don't necessarily restrict them from enjoying material pleasures. The notion of bowing in front of greatness and being honored by someone's lateness underlines the idea that the singer feels powerful and in control. The last line of the verse "take six and take this, haters" tells the listeners to take six steps back and let the singer take the lead.


The final verse takes a turn as the singer speaks to someone they are interested in. The singer makes it clear that they believe they were meant to be together and asks why the other person is trying to resist him. The mention of the phrase "harder, better, faster, stronger" emphasizes that the singer is willing to put in extra effort to make the relationship work. The repetition of the line "you know how long I've been on ya" further emphasizes the singer's persistence, and the references to Prince and O.J. Simpson suggest that the singer has been waiting for a very long time.


Line by Line Meaning

N-now th-that that don't kill me
Even though I faced adversity, I'm still standing strong


Can only make me stronger
Every difficulty I encounter and overcome will only contribute to my resilience and power


I need you to hurry up now
I require your presence immediately and cannot afford to wait any longer


'Cause I can't wait much longer
My sense of urgency is high and I'm unable to tolerate any delays


I know I got to be right now
I must act correctly in the present moment to avoid negative consequences


'Cause I can't get much wronger
I'm aware of the risks of making further mistakes and know that I can't afford to mess up again


Man I've been waiting all night now
I've been eagerly anticipating your arrival for quite some time


That's how long I been on ya
I've been actively pursuing you for an extended period of time


I need you right now
My desire for your presence and attention is currently at its peak


Let's get lost tonight
Let's forget about everything else and indulge in the moment


You could be my black Kate Moss tonight
You could embody beauty, style, and confidence, just like the iconic Kate Moss


Play secretary, I'm the boss tonight
Assume the role of my secretary, while I take charge as the dominant figure


And you don't give a fuck what they all say, right?
You're not concerned about the opinions and judgments of others, are you?


Awesome, the Christian in Christian Dior
An expression of admiration for the excellence associated with Christian Dior


Damn, they don't make em like this anymore
The quality of products, like Christian Dior, is not what it used to be


I ask, cause I'm not sure:
I'm inquiring because I lack assurance or certainty


Do anybody make real shit anymore?
Is there anyone producing authentic and genuine content these days?


Bow in the presence of greatness
Show reverence and submission when near someone who is prestigious and noteworthy


'Cause right now thou hast forsaken us
We feel that we have been abandoned and left without guidance or support


You should be honored by my lateness
My arrival time should be viewed as a privilege or opportunity, rather than a disappointment


That I would even show up to this fake shit
It's surprising that I would attend an event that lacks authenticity or sincerity


So go ahead, go nuts, go apeshit
Feel free to express your enthusiasm and excitement to an extreme degree


Specially on my Pastel, on my Bape shit
Particularly regarding my pastel and Bape clothing and accessories


Act like you can't tell who made this
Behave as though you're unaware of the creator of this work


New Gospel homey, take six and take this, haters
This is a new chapter in music, take note of it, despite what the haters say


I don't know if you got a man or not
I'm unsure if you're currently dating someone or not


If you made plans or not
I'm uncertain if you've already made arrangements or commitments


God put me in the plans or not
I believe that the universe has preordained my involvement in your life or situation


I'm tripping, this drink got me saying a lot
I'm inebriated and saying things that I wouldn't normally


But I know that God put you in front of me
I'm convinced that our meeting was arranged by a higher power


So how the hell could you front on me?
How could you play coy or resistant when you were divinely intended to cross paths with me?


There's a thousand yous, there's only one of me
There may be a multitude of people like you, but there's only one person like me


I'm caught up in the moment, right?
I'm swept up in the excitement and passion of the current situation, isn't that true?


'Cause it's Louis Vuitton Don night
Tonight is a celebration of wealth, luxury, and status, the essence of Louis Vuitton


So we gonna do everything that Kan like
We're going to indulge in everything that I enjoy and approve of


Heard they'd do anything for a Klondike
I've heard that some people would go to great lengths to obtain a simple ice cream bar


Well, I'd do anything for a blonde dyke
I would be willing to do anything for an attractive, blonde lesbian


And she'll do anything for the limelight
She would be willing to do almost anything to achieve fame and notoriety


And will do anything when the time's right
I'm capable of anything when the necessary conditions are met


Uh, baby you're makin' it (harder, better, faster, stronger)
Your presence and influence is enhancing my abilities and potential exponentially


Since Prince was on Apollonia
I've been pursuing you for a long time, since the era when Prince and Apollonia were a popular couple


Since O.J. had isotoners
I've been interested in you for a while, dating back to when O.J. Simpson was advertising Isotoner gloves


Don't act like I never told ya
Don't pretend that I never expressed my feelings or intentions to you




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EDWIN BIRDSONG, GUY MANUEL HOMEM CHRISTO, KANYE OMARI WEST, THOMAS BANGALTER

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Comments from YouTube:

@vivienballard391

I am not implying that she is only interested in the financial stability of men; however, it must be said that she avoids relations with impoverished men.

@kalceii9698

XD

@Heyguysitsme554

Lmaoooo

@malachite-6172

what the hell🤣

@ronkledonkanusmoncher564

Now I, being Kanye west, do not wish to create a false narrative that I have somehow hinted at the woman in question being solely interested in her own personal financial gain, but I do wish to elaborate that she does not affiliate with any persons that may be listed as below the poverty line.

@Shadowtopia69

So, thou art implying such a thing after all, sir?

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@beast0nerd

“When she leave you ass she gonna leave with half”
Bill Gates: 😭

@reverse_meta9264

No prenup, ouch

@robertholguin7010

As my kids say...Fo Sho!!!

@beverlybalius9303

Lol

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