Nobody
Killa-B Lyrics
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Well, and the next minute we're all right
It ain't nobody's business what I do
If one day we have ham and bacon, oh
And the next day ain't nothing shakin'
I tell you it ain't nobody's business what I do
Oh, that makes twenty-one
Ah, that ain't, it ain't nobody's business what I do
Oh, if I attend church all day Sunday
Oh, and cabaret all day Monday
It ain't nobody's business what I do
If I stay out all night
Oh, oh, oh, spending my money I tell you that's all right
Because it ain't, it ain't nobody's business what I do
Oh, it ain't, it ain't nobody's business what I do
The song "Nobody" by Killa-B is a cover of the popular blues song "Ain't Nobody's Business" which was originally recorded by Bessie Smith in 1923. The song is about the personal freedom to live life as individuals see fit, without the interference or judgement of others. The chorus, "It ain't nobody's business what I do", is a defiant statement against social norms and expectations.
The first two verses speak of the ups and downs of a relationship, highlighting the fact that everyone has their own personal struggles and conflicts, but that it is no one else's concern besides those involved. The third verse mentions the age of the singer, stating that they are not a child and thus do not need to answer to anyone. The final verse mentions the various activities the singer engages in, such as attending church or going to a cabaret, and asserts that it is not anyone else's place to judge.
Overall, the song carries a powerful message of autonomy and individuality, and encourages listeners to live their lives on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
If me and my baby fuss and fight
Well, and the next minute we're all right
It ain't nobody's business what I do
If me and my partner have a disagreement but quickly make up, it's not anyone else's concern.
If one day we have ham and bacon, oh
And the next day ain't nothing shakin'
I tell you it ain't nobody's business what I do
Whether I have a feast or go hungry, no one else needs to know.
Oh, I'm three, three times seven
Oh, that makes twenty-one
Ah, that ain't, it ain't nobody's business what I do
My age is my personal information, and it's not anyone's business but my own.
Oh, if I attend church all day Sunday
Oh, and cabaret all day Monday
It ain't nobody's business what I do
Whether I spend my time at church or at a nightclub, it's no one else's concern.
If I stay out all night
Oh, oh, oh, spending my money I tell you that's all right
Because it ain't, it ain't nobody's business what I do
Oh, it ain't, it ain't nobody's business what I do
If I choose to stay out all night and spend my money, it's my own decision and no one else's business.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EVERETT ROBBINS, PORTER GRAINGER
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