Bring It Back
Nicki Minaj Lyrics
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Y'all know who Nicki Maraj is
Y'all better ask somebody
Look, Narcotics on the beat, bitches
And I, lemme, loo-, I
I'm getting tired of y'all
Niggas and-and-and y'all bitches
That be getting on my goddamn nerves
Let's go, c'mon
Y’all must not know who I am
I don't get to the spot till 2 AM
Don’t be mad, lil' mama, cuz you not in
E'r'r'body wanna roll with the crew I’m in
They wanna know why I’m posted at the bar
I tell ‘em that I’m just
Singing posters at the bar but really
Y'all know why I’m posted at the bar
You bitches act up I got
The toaster by the bar
I get cake cuz I always got a hustle
I pump weight and I ain’t
Talkin’ ’bout my muscles
At the club every day but that ho ain’t me
Cuz I be home with the scale like Do Ray Mi
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
Tell ‘em to bring it back
Tell ‘em to bring it back
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
I hate a dude that be
Actin’ like he get dough
But you know money short like Sisco
Actin’ like he got funds for days
Tryna act like a mac, yeah the one with dame
I hate a dude with a mad, bling-a-bling
That shit don’t make up
For no wack ding-a-ling
I hate a dude, that be pushin’ a Benz
Or he live with his mother
Or he stay with his friends
Nigga please, what the fuck you done for me
Say you run your company
But can't have company
I guess the Lord just be tryna humble me
How the fuck you eatin’ tuna
And it's not bumblebee
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
Tell ‘em to bring it back
Tell ‘em to bring it back
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
I hate a girl that be stuntin’ in the game
Iced out chain with her best friend name
Cuz them the girls that be
Swervin’ in my lane
Why they lookin’ for change
In they boyfriend Range
I hate a clown touch down to my town
But when the check come she
Short like bust downs
I hate a girl stay singin’ in public
Everywhere I go bitch be
Singin’ some dumb shit (shut the fuck up)
If I could get a deal I'd have one too
I hate a girl that see her man and say
That’s my boo (stop playing)
It make you mad when they
Front like they right
They need help like they only got 5 on it
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
Tell ‘em to bring it back
Tell ‘em to bring it back
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
Tell ‘em to bring it back
Tell ‘em to bring it back
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I do my new step, two times with a clap
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
In "Bring It Back," Nicki Minaj addresses several themes that reflect her confidence, success, and frustrations with certain individuals in the music industry. The song begins with Nicki asserting her fame and reputation, warning people to acknowledge who she is and to "ask somebody" if they are unsure. She expresses her annoyance with both men and women who irritate her and states her intention to address their behavior.
Nicki continues by highlighting her late-night lifestyle and the envy it may evoke in others. She shares that she is often at the bar, but instead of simply enjoying herself, she carries a concealed weapon for protection, emphasizing her street-smart persona. She further asserts her success, claiming to always have a hustle, earning money beyond just her physical muscles. She contrasts her own life with a woman who spends all her time at the club, insinuating that she is more focused on her own business ventures.
The chorus emphasizes Nicki's confident and energetic presence. When she enters the scene, it's a wrap, indicating that she dominates and leaves an impression. She describes her dance moves, the 2-step and a new step, inviting others to join in and encouraging them to bring back the energy and excitement to the party.
In the second verse, Nicki expresses her disdain for men who pretend to be wealthy but actually have limited funds. She mocks their attempts to impress with flashy jewelry, asserting that their material possessions cannot compensate for their shortcomings (specifically intimate ones). She also criticizes men who live with their mothers or friends while pretending to be independent and successful. She questions their contribution to her life and highlights the irony of someone claiming to run a company yet struggling with having company.
The second chorus reinforces Nicki's strong presence and her ability to captivate a room with her dance moves and energetic personality. She emphasizes the need for others to acknowledge her and bring back the energy she brings.
In the final verse, Nicki shifts her focus to women who also irritate her. She expresses distaste for those who appear to be flaunting their success and the names of their friends on their jewelry. She refers to them as swerving into her lane, implying that they seek attention and compete for recognition. She criticizes women who constantly sing loudly in public, indicating that their behavior irritates her.
Nicki also highlights the aggravation she experiences when women claim their men as their "boo" when they feel threatened. She challenges their authenticity and suggests that they are only pretending to support their partners. She mocks their attempts to act right and suggests they are in need of assistance, using a line from the song "I Got 5 On It" to suggest they lack financial stability.
The final chorus repeats the call for others to bring back the energy and emphasizes the impact Nicki has when she enters a space. She invites others to join her and encourages them to celebrate by bringing back the excitement and vibrancy.
Overall, "Bring It Back" showcases Nicki Minaj's confident and assertive attitude, highlighting her success, frustrations with others, and her ability to energize any environment she enters.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, listen all y'all muh'fuckas
Hey, pay attention everyone
Y'all know who Nicki Maraj is
You all are aware of who Nicki Minaj is
Y'all better ask somebody
You should inquire and find out
Look, Narcotics on the beat, bitches
This song is produced by Narcotics, ladies
And I, lemme, loo-, I
And I, let me, uh-, I
I'm getting tired of y'all
I'm starting to get exhausted from all of you
Niggas and-and-and y'all bitches
Both guys and girls
That be getting on my goddamn nerves
Who are irritating me quite a bit
I gotta tell y'all bout y'allselves
I need to inform each of you about yourselves
Let's go, c'mon
Come on, let's proceed
Y’all must not know who I am
You clearly don't comprehend who I truly am
I don't get to the spot till 2 AM
I don't arrive at the venue until 2 AM
Don’t be mad, lil' mama, cuz you not in
Don't be upset, young lady, because you're not involved
E'r'r'body wanna roll with the crew I’m in
Everybody wants to hang out with my group
They wanna know why I’m posted at the bar
They are curious as to why I'm standing at the bar
I tell ‘em that I’m just
I inform them that I'm simply
Singing posters at the bar but really
Singing advertisements at the bar, but in reality
Y'all know why I’m posted at the bar
You all know the real reason why I'm standing at the bar
You bitches act up I got
If you girls misbehave, I possess
The toaster by the bar
A concealed weapon by the bar
I get cake cuz I always got a hustle
I earn money because I'm constantly working hard
I pump weight and I ain’t
I lift weights and I'm not
Talkin’ ’bout my muscles
Referring to my physical strength
At the club every day but that ho ain’t me
I'm at the club every day, but I'm not that promiscuous girl
Cuz I be home with the scale like Do Ray Mi
Because I'm at home weighing drugs, like the notes of the musical scale
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
When I enter the venue, it's a great success
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I perform a specific dance step once with a snap of my fingers
I do my new step, two times with a clap
I perform my latest dance move twice with a clap
Tell ‘em to bring it back
Instruct them to repeat it
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
It's my treat, get a drink and repeat the dance move
I hate a dude that be
I detest a man who is
Actin’ like he get dough
Pretending to have a lot of money
But you know money short like Sisco
But you're aware that he's actually broke like Cisco
Actin’ like he got funds for days
Pretending to have an abundance of money
Tryna act like a mac, yeah the one with dame
Trying to pretend to be a smooth talker, like the one with a reputation
I hate a dude with a mad, bling-a-bling
I despise a guy with an excessive display of flashy jewelry
That shit don’t make up
Those possessions don't compensate
For no wack ding-a-ling
For a poor sexual performance
I hate a dude, that be pushin’ a Benz
I loathe a guy who drives a Benz
Or he live with his mother
Or he lives with his mother
Or he stay with his friends
Or he stays with his friends
Nigga please, what the fuck you done for me
Come on, what have you ever done for me
Say you run your company
Claiming to be the boss of your own company
But can't have company
Yet, you can't have anyone visit you
I guess the Lord just be tryna humble me
I suppose the Lord is just trying to keep me humble
How the fuck you eatin’ tuna
How the hell can you afford tuna
And it's not bumblebee
But it's not the brand Bumble Bee
I hate a girl that be stuntin’ in the game
I despise a girl who flaunts in the industry
Iced out chain with her best friend name
With an expensive chain that has her best friend's name on it
Cuz them the girls that be
Because those are the girls who
Swervin’ in my lane
Are trying to compete with me
Why they lookin’ for change
Why are they searching for change
In they boyfriend Range
In their boyfriend's luxury car
I hate a clown touch down to my town
I can't stand a clown coming to my area
But when the check come she
But when the bill arrives, she
Short like bust downs
Can't pay her share, like cheap jewelry
I hate a girl stay singin’ in public
I hate a girl who constantly sings in public
Everywhere I go bitch be
Wherever I go, this girl is
Singin’ some dumb shit (shut the fuck up)
Singing nonsensical stuff (shut up)
If I could get a deal I'd have one too
If I could get a record deal, I would have one as well
I hate a girl that see her man and say
I detest a girl who sees her man and says
That’s my boo (stop playing)
That's my lover (stop joking)
It make you mad when they
It annoys you when they
Front like they right
Pretend that they are correct
They need help like they only got 5 on it
They need assistance like they only have $5
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
I'll cover the cost, get a drink, and repeat the dance move
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
When I enter the venue, it's a great success
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I perform a specific dance step once with a snap of my fingers
I do my new step, two times with a clap
I perform my latest dance move twice with a clap
Tell ‘em to bring it back
Instruct them to repeat it
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
It's my treat, get a drink and repeat the dance move
When I step up in the spot that's a wrap
When I enter the venue, it's a great success
I do my 2 step one time with a snap
I perform a specific dance step once with a snap of my fingers
I do my new step, two times with a clap
I perform my latest dance move twice with a clap
On me, get a glass, on me, bring it back
It's my treat, get a drink and repeat the dance move
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@oshinhaye3597
Who still listen this in 2024❤
@Nickimaraj2009
Meee
@Panthers0773
Me😊
@racheldyer1821
The lyrics make me think of certain things in my life that have happened or are happening and I feel the encouragement to go on with my daily life, thankyou
@jadi2259
Nahhhhhh this shit has had me in a chokehold for the past week 😂😂 I think Nicki might need to sample this again
@nadiaa6932
Nah bring THIS Nicki back!
@rebel6677
Facts
@fishstick1372
bitch this ain't 2009 nomore
@BarbieBizarree
@@jesusisking120 you a whole a** hater gtfo 🥱
@isaidbubbles
@@jesusisking120 safarees comments saying what?