Freedom
Nicki Minaj Lyrics

They'll never thank me for opening doors
No one will appreciate me for paving the way for others in the music industry.

But they ain't even thank Jesus when he died on the cross
People often fail to express gratitude even for significant sacrifices, like Jesus' death on the cross.

'Cause your spirit is ungrateful
People's ungrateful attitudes prevent them from expressing appreciation for the good things in their lives.

Bitches is so hateful, I remain a staple
Despite the negative attitudes of some people, Nicki Minaj is a constant presence in the music industry.

My career's been the Pinkprint, when I retire, tell 'em think pink
Nicki Minaj's career has been defined by her own unique style, and she wants people to remember that when she retires.

Pink Friday is the imprint and these bitches basic, instinct
Nicki Minaj's imprint, Pink Friday, is distinct from the unoriginality of other female rappers.

Oh shit, my commercial's on
Nicki Minaj is surprised to see one of her commercials on television.

Did I really body bitches with commercial songs?
Nicki Minaj is questioning whether her commercial hits have made her successful at the expense of other female rappers.

Did I really prophecy every thing I do?
Nicki Minaj is reflecting on how much control she has over her success and whether it was predictable.

But before I continue, let me thank my crew
Nicki Minaj takes a moment to express gratitude to her team who helped her achieve success.

So that was Young Wayne, Mack Maine, Baby and Slim came
Nicki Minaj thanks key members of her team who helped her succeed.

Tezz and EI told me it wouldn't be in vain
Two other members of Nicki Minaj's team reassured her that her hard work would pay off.

'Cause prior to me signing I could've went insane
Nicki Minaj reflects on how difficult it was before she got a record deal, and how sanity seemed impossible at times.

And even now I think, "do I really want this fame?"
Despite her success, Nicki Minaj continues to question whether fame is what she really wants.

Let me get up and go, seven hundred to go overseas for a show
Nicki Minaj is preparing to travel overseas for a concert.

Everybody get quiet when I'm starting the show
The audience becomes silent as Nicki Minaj begins her performance.

Man, I'm birthing these artists and I'm starting to show
Nicki Minaj is successful at launching the careers of other artists, and it's becoming noticeable.

I feel free, I feel freedom
Nicki Minaj feels liberated and empowered.

Why they mad? You should see them
Other people are jealous of Nicki Minaj's success and are visibly upset about it.

Burn a L 'cause it's crazy in here
People are getting high to cope with their negative emotions and the tense atmosphere.

Who I wanna work with? Nobody
Nicki Minaj is content with her current collaborators and doesn't need anyone else.

Ninety-nine percent of them is nobody
Nicki Minaj believes the vast majority of people in the music industry are insignificant.

Bitches acting like they killing shit, okay
Female rappers act like they're achieving great success, but that's not actually the case.

When I check these bitches guns, no bodies
Despite their tough talk, female rappers are not actually accomplishing anything great.

These niggas is fake fucks and opportunists
Male rappers are phony and just trying to seize opportunities for themselves.

Niggas spend they last dime to say they copped the soonest
Male rappers are wasteful and will spend any amount of money to get attention and appear successful.

Why these niggas going broke to get your approval?
Nicki Minaj questions why male rappers are becoming broke just to impress others.

Pretty soon, they'll be back up on them ramen noodles
Male rappers will eventually become broke to the point where they'll have to eat inexpensive ramen noodles to survive.

B-B-B-bible, Queen is the title
Nicki Minaj is confident and asserts herself as the queen of the music industry.

And if you are my rival, then that means you're suicidal
Anyone who tries to compete with Nicki Minaj is setting themselves up for failure.

And if you in the club then it's the Young Money recital
When people go to clubs, they can expect to hear music from Young Money, Nicki Minaj's label.

I'm just that vital, I'm busy, never idle
Nicki Minaj is important and busy, never wasting time sitting around.

I'm your idol, I'm your idol, I'm your motherfuckin' idol
Nicki Minaj is an inspiration and role model for her fans.

Pink Friday at Macy's, thongs and some pasties
Nicki Minaj's merchandise is available at Macy's, including thongs and pasties.

('Cause I must've missed it)
Nicki Minaj acknowledges that there are few other female rappers selling merchandise at Macy's.

Twelve milli to kick my feet up, get ready, this is The Re-Up
Nicki Minaj has a lot of money and is preparing for her next album, 'The Re-Up'.

Mirror, mirror, won't you realize? I just have to decide
Nicki Minaj is telling herself that she needs to focus on her own decisions and not what others think.

What you hiding from? What you hiding from?
Nicki Minaj questions why she's scared of being her true self.

Hiding, baby
Nicki Minaj is addressing the fear of expressing her true self.

Would you, would you give your all for you?
Nicki Minaj is asking herself if she would be willing to put herself first and give everything she has to herself.

I feel free, I feel freedom (freedom)
Nicki Minaj is reiterating her belief in feeling liberated and empowered.

Why they mad? You should see them (why you mad?)
People are angry and jealous of Nicki Minaj's success.

Burn a L 'cause it's crazy in here (burn an L, crazy)
People are getting high to cope with their negative emotions and the tense atmosphere.

Crazy in here, crazy in here
The atmosphere is tense and negative.