Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (née Maraj; born December 8, 1982), known professio… Read Full Bio ↴Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (née Maraj; born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/ˈnɪki mɪˈnɑːʒ/ NIK-ee min-AHZH), is a Trinidadian-born[a] rapper, singer, and songwriter. Often referred to as the "Queen of Rap", she is known for her musical versatility, animated rap flow, and various alter egos. She first gained recognition after releasing three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009. Minaj's debut album, Pink Friday (2010), topped the US Billboard 200 chart; its single "Super Bass" reached number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart and was later certified diamond by the RIAA. Its follow-up, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (2012), explored dance-pop and topped the Billboard 200, spawning the hit single “Starships”. Her next album, The Pinkprint (2014), marked a return to her hip hop roots. Its single "Anaconda" peaked at number two on the Hot 100 and became the first music video by a solo female rapper to reach one billion views on YouTube. Her 2019 collaboration with Karol G, "Tusa", became the longest-running number-one single on the Argentina Hot 100 chart. She achieved her first two US number-one singles in 2020 with the collaborations "Say So (Remix)" with Doja Cat and "Trollz" with 6ix9ine. In 2022, she earned her first solo number one on the Hot 100 with "Super Freaky Girl", the lead single from her fifth album, Pink Friday 2 (2023), which also debuted atop the Billboard 200.

Minaj is one of the best-selling music artists with 100 million records sold worldwide.[7] Billboard ranked her as the top-selling female rapper of the 2010s and one of the greatest rappers of all time.[8][9] She is the only female rapper to have 3 number-one albums on the Billboard 200 chart.

Hundred Million Dollaz
Nicki Minaj Lyrics

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people tryin to fool me call me lil nicki

Overall Meaning

In these lyrics, Nicki Minaj is addressing the people who try to deceive her by calling her "Lil Nicki." This nickname is used to undermine her authority and intelligence, as it implies that she is childish and inexperienced. However, Nicki is aware of this attempt to discredit her and is not fooled by it. She asserts her dominance by claiming that she has "hundred million dollaz" and is therefore a powerful and successful figure.

The lyrics also highlight the gendered nature of power dynamics in the music industry. Nicki Minaj is often criticized by her male peers for being too sexual or aggressive, while they are celebrated for similar behavior. However, Nicki is not willing to conform to these expectations and asserts her right to be as successful and powerful as any man.

Overall, the lyrics to "Hundred Million Dollaz" are a statement of Nicki Minaj's self-confidence and determination to succeed in a male-dominated industry. She refuses to be undermined by those who try to dismiss her as "lil" or too feminine and asserts her right to wield power and make money.

Line by Line Meaning

People tryin to fool me call me lil nicki
Some individuals are attempting to deceive me by referring to me as Lil Nicki

Got my own coins money team, GAMBLER$
I possess my own wealth and a team of individuals who manage and take risks with money, like a group of gamblers

Bunch of bad bitches, better have my money
I am surrounded by attractive and capable women who are expected to provide me with the money they owe me

When I count to three, let's get it, get it, get it!
As soon as I count to three, let's immediately start taking action to obtain our goals

I'm in that new new me and New Orleans
I am currently at a new and updated location in New Orleans, where I am also experiencing personal growth and change

I'm high off that hydrocodone
I am presently under the influence of the prescription pain medication hydrocodone

I tell a bitch don't sweat me, I'm the one they let get past
I inform an individual not to worry or stress about me, as I am given preferential treatment and allowed to proceed

Don't check me, check the money
Do not inspect my actions or behavior, instead examine the amount of money I have acquired

I'm ballin', I'm feelin' myself, I'm solo
I am succeeding and confident in myself, and am currently enjoying my single lifestyle

Thirties on my Chevrolet, call me Superwoman, yep
I have installed thirty-inch rims on my Chevrolet automobile, and I am being compared to the superhero Superwoman

Ferrari, Lamborghini, Veneno
I am in possession of high-end luxury vehicles, specifically a Ferrari, a Lamborghini, and a Veneno

If we show up, we gon' show out
If we arrive at an event or gathering, we will definitely make an impression and leave a lasting impact

Smoother than a fresh jar of Skippy
I am extremely smooth and confident, much like a brand new jar of Skippy peanut butter

I'm a bad girl, I'm a good guy
I possess both positive and negative qualities, making me a complex and multifaceted individual

I'm not a rookie, I'm a pro
I am experienced and skilled in my field, and am no longer considered a beginner

I be knockin' all these ni**as off they feet
I am causing these male individuals to become weak and infatuated with me

Cherry Maserati, know I'm always on that fly sh*t
I drive a red Maserati and am constantly living an extravagant and stylish lifestyle

I'm with some hood girls lookin' back at it
I am currently in the presence of some girls from the neighborhood who are flaunting their assets and catching my attention

If you gettin' money, ni**a, rubber band up
If you are earning money, it is advised to wrap it in a rubber band to keep it organized and secure

Tell them skinny bi**hes, move over
I am telling all of the thin women present to step aside or move out of the way

I produced my own sh*t, so don't need a n***a for the bread
I am able to create and produce my own work, and as a result, do not require a man to provide for me financially

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