She released her debut studio album Good News (2020) to critical acclaim, appearing on several year-end best album lists. She earned her first and second number-one singles on the US Billboard Hot 100 with the remix of her song "Savage" (featuring BeyoncΓ©), and her feature on Cardi B's single "WAP (feat. Megan Thee Stallion)"; the latter of which was her first number one in several other countries, as well as the Billboard Global 200 chart. In 2021, she was featured alongside American rapper and singer Doja Cat on the remix of American singer Ariana Grande's 2020 single "34+35", which reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100. The remixed version was featured on the deluxe edition of Grande's 2020 studio album, Positions. She followed this with her debut compilation album Something for Thee Hotties (2021), which reached the top ten on the Billboard 200, and spawned the single "Thot Shit", which reached the top twenty in the US and received a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance nomination.
Throughout her career, Megan Thee Stallion has received several accolades, including six BET Awards, five BET Hip Hop Awards, four American Music Awards, two MTV Video Music Awards, a Billboard Women in Music Award, and three Grammy Awards. At the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, she became the second female rapper to win Best New Artist, after Lauryn Hill in 1999.
As of January 28th, 2024, Megan Thee Stallion becomes the first female rapper to have multiple solo songs reach #1 on the global Apple Music singles chart ("HISS" and "Body"). βHISSβ remains at #1 on Apple Music US for 56 hours, so far.
bUdgEt
Megan Thee Stallion Lyrics
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Easy (easy), does it (does it)
These bitches ain't bussing shit, these bitches, busted (busted)
You know this box is like my watch, this shit, flooded (flooded)
What's the price these bitches wanted? Tell 'em, "Up it" (up it)
Without the money, I don't budge, what's the budget? (Budget) (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You niggas gotta be on something, what's the substance?
I give 'em face, give 'em body, give 'em luscious (ah)
What's the price? Up it (yeah, ah)
I don't even know how I'm getting through the airport
Packin' 'round all this heat (packin' around this heat)
I like my hair down to my ass and I like my niggas down on they knees (ayy)
Y'all hoes getting rolled like a chauffeur
Fucking for cool points, nothing to show for it (yeah, yeah)
He want to ride it but ain't bought a car
How you expect me to show up?
Only man I chase been there for a long time, face on the front of this paper, ayy
This pussy bougie, this pussy choosie, pussy don't do no favors
Every time I peep hoes moving like me, I gotta switch it up
For the shit don't never hit quite like this, 'cause your budget ain't big enough
Ayy (ah)
Easy (easy) does it (does it, yeah)
These bitches ain't bussing shit, these bitches, busted (busted)
You know this box is like my watch, this shit, flooded (flooded)
What's the price these bitches wanted? Tell 'em, "Up it" (up it)
Without the money, I don't budge, what's the budget? (Budget) (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You niggas gotta be on something, what's the substance?
You hoes broke, get the cane, get the crutches
I give 'em face, give 'em body, give 'em luscious (ah)
What's the price? Up it (yeah, ah) (Latto)
Latto don't do budgets (budgets)
Talk shit like Joe Budden
Trips y'all can't pronounce
Big jets to Phuket, I'm like, "Fuck it"
Been that bitch, ain't no discussion (yeah)
Bitch, I'm no percussion (brrah)
Back up bitch, you bugging
Beat a ho face, don't need no pressure
Double D's in my brassiere (yeah)
Face is top tier
First to watch my story but don't like me, bitches weird
Known to stand on all my business
I don't walk around with tension (yeah)
If you gotta make fake pages to say it, that's mental illness
Ayy
Easy (easy) does it (does it)
These bitches ain't bussing shit, these bitches, busted (busted)
You know this box is like my watch, this shit, flooded (flooded)
What's the price these bitches wanted? Tell 'em, "Up it" (up it)
Without the money, I don't budge, what's the budget? (Budget) (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You niggas gotta be on something, what's the substance?
You hoes broke, get the cane, get the crutches
I give 'em face, give 'em body, give 'em luscious (ah)
What's the price? Up it (yeah, ah)
Ayy, bitch, I'm up and my bag right (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Pussy and my abs tight
Always going up on my fee like a gas price (yeah, yeah, yeah)
On these bitches throats 'til they get red-eye like the last flight
Way I dog these niggas, had to be one in my past life
Ayy, baby, without my name these niggas nothin', they should thank me
I'm a gangster but I'm such a fucking lady (lady)
In the mirror and it's clear why they hate me (hate me)
Up the price, pay me
Ayy
Easy (easy) does it (does it)
These bitches ain't bussing shit, these bitches, busted (busted)
You know this box is like my watch, this shit, flooded (flooded)
What's the price these bitches wanted? Tell 'em, "Up it" (up it)
Without the money, I don't budge, what's the budget? (Budget) (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You niggas gotta be on something, what's the substance?
You hoes broke, get the cane, get the crutches
I give 'em face, give 'em body, give 'em luscious (ah)
What's the price? Up it (ah)
In the song "bUdgEt" by Megan Thee Stallion, she opens up with the lines "Easy does it, these bitches ain't bussing shit, these bitches, busted." Here, Megan is asserting her dominance and confidence, suggesting that other women aren't able to compete with her and are essentially "busted" in comparison. She compares her prowess and success to her watch, stating that just like her watch is flooded with diamonds, she is also flooded with success and money.
She then questions the price that these other women want, boldly telling them to "up it" if they think they can match her. Megan emphasizes that money is essential to her, stating that without it, she doesn't budge. This highlights her strong work ethic and drive for financial success.
In the next verse, Megan talks about her extravagant lifestyle and her power over men. She mentions packing heat while going through the airport and expresses her preference for long hair and men who are willing to please her. She calls out other women who sleep around for validation and reassurance, but have nothing substantial to show for it.
Megan continues to assert her dominance and confidence throughout the rest of the song, challenging anyone who tries to undermine her or hate on her. She emphasizes her self-worth and refuses to settle for anything less than what she deserves. Ultimately, "bUdgEt" is a song that celebrates Megan's success, power, and unapologetic attitude.
Line by Line Meaning
Easy (easy), does it (does it)
Take it easy, no need to rush
These bitches ain't bussing shit, these bitches, busted
These women are not accomplishing anything, they're just failures
You know this box is like my watch, this shit, flooded
My vagina is like my watch, it's covered in expensive jewelry
What's the price these bitches wanted? Tell 'em, "Up it"
What's the amount of money these women are asking for? Tell them to increase it
Without the money, I don't budge, what's the budget?
I won't move or do anything without money, what's the amount available?
You niggas gotta be on something, what's the substance?
You guys must be on drugs, what are you taking?
You hoes broke, get the cane, get the crutches
You women are poor, go get assistance or support
I give 'em face, give 'em body, give 'em luscious (ah)
I provide them with a beautiful appearance, a sexy body, and seductive charm
What's the price? Up it
What's the cost? Increase it
I don't even know how I'm getting through the airport
I don't understand how I manage to navigate the airport
Packin' 'round all this heat (packin' around this heat)
Carrying all this firepower
I like my hair down to my ass and I like my niggas down on they knees (ayy)
I prefer to have long hair and have men submissive to me
Y'all hoes getting rolled like a chauffeur
You women are getting taken advantage of like a hired driver
Fucking for cool points, nothing to show for it (yeah, yeah)
Having sex to gain popularity, but having no tangible results
He want to ride it but ain't bought a car
He wants to have sex with me but doesn't have the means to support me
How you expect me to show up?
How do you expect me to attend or participate?
Only man I chase been there for a long time, face on the front of this paper, ayy
The only man I pursue has been prominent in my life, his face is on the cover of this publication
This pussy bougie, this pussy choosie, pussy don't do no favors
My vagina is high-class and selective, it doesn't do any favors
Every time I peep hoes moving like me, I gotta switch it up
Whenever I notice other women imitating me, I have to change my style
For the shit don't never hit quite like this, 'cause your budget ain't big enough
No other artist can produce something as impactful as this, because their budget isn't sufficient
Latto don't do budgets (budgets)
Latto doesn't work within any set financial limits
Talk shit like Joe Budden
I criticize and make negative comments like Joe Budden
Trips y'all can't pronounce
I go on vacations to locations that you can't even pronounce
Big jets to Phuket, I'm like, "Fuck it"
I fly in private jets to Phuket, I don't care
Been that bitch, ain't no discussion (yeah)
I've always been that powerful woman, there's no argument about it
Bitch, I'm no percussion (brrah)
I'm not someone you can play around with, I strike back (like a drum)
Back up bitch, you bugging
Move away, you're annoying me
Beat a ho face, don't need no pressure
I apply makeup flawlessly, I don't require any assistance or stress
Double D's in my brassiere (yeah)
I wear a bra with a larger cup size
Face is top tier
My face is of the highest quality
First to watch my story but don't like me, bitches weird
The first to view my social media posts, but they don't like me, those women are strange
Known to stand on all my business
I'm known to handle all my affairs confidently
I don't walk around with tension (yeah)
I don't carry any stress with me
If you gotta make fake pages to say it, that's mental illness
If you have to create fake accounts to spread rumors about me, that's a psychological disorder
Ayy, bitch, I'm up and my bag right (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Hey, I'm successful and my money is right
Pussy and my abs tight
Both my vagina and my abdominal muscles are in great shape
Always going up on my fee like a gas price (yeah, yeah, yeah)
I continuously increase my prices, just like the rising gas prices
On these bitches throats 'til they get red-eye like the last flight
I dominate these women until their throats are sore, just like after a long flight
Way I dog these niggas, had to be one in my past life
The way I mistreat these men, it's like I was a dog in a previous life
Ayy, baby, without my name these niggas nothin', they should thank me
Hey, without my influence, these men are nothing, they should be grateful
I'm a gangster but I'm such a fucking lady (lady)
I'm tough and fearless, but I also carry myself with class and femininity
In the mirror and it's clear why they hate me (hate me)
When they see me in the mirror, it's obvious why they have so much resentment towards me
Up the price, pay me
Increase the amount of money, compensate me
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Abdullah Bin Ahmad, Alyssa Michelle Stephens, Joshua Parker, Megan J. Pete, Terence Jamiel Williams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@iamthestonethatthebuilderr4235
Latto don't do budgets (Budgets)
Talk shit like Joe Budden
Trips y'all can't pronounce, big jets to Phuket, I'm like, "Fuck it"
Been that bitch, ain't no discussion (Yeah)
Big drum, no percussion (Brrt)
Back up bitch, you buggin'
Beat a ho face, don't need no brushes
Double Ds in my brassiere (Yeah)
Face is top tier
First to watch my story but don't like me, bitches weird
Known to stand on all my business
I don't walk around with tension (Yeah)
If you gotta make fake pages to say it, that's mental illness
@mmd2434
31 year old male. I usually listen to metal that scares people. But Megan is my girl for real! I respect talent when i see it.
@bh6978
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@romyavidan7252
@Gemma Lemmon lmao yeahh bestie's gifted it is what it is gal
@neegas3490
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@clarkwahlberg759
Same!!! π€£ ever since I started listening to Megan my body got better and my bag right! π
@wangariwangari1631
Itβs the beat...
@sviggy842
Amazing features, amazing diversity, amazing beats. Sheβs vulnerable, sheβs nasty, sheβs merciless, sheβs classy. This is her best album yet π₯π₯π₯
@themasterpiecejorge
Diversity?
@PatinaEdochie
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@renabvby1557
Yeeeesss π€€