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.

I Be On That
Nicki Minaj Lyrics

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Ass so fat I need a lap dance (haan)
Somebody tell the waitress bring some fuckin' racks in (haan)
The strippers runnin' to the pole when we back in (haan)
All gold Trinidad James on my Aston

Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho (The Cannon)
I be on that (I be on that), I be on that (I be on that) (Trendsetter)

I be on that (I be on that), I be on that
Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
I be on that (I be on that), I be on that (I be on that) (Dramatic nigga)
I be on that (yeah, Meek Milly), I be on that, haan (Dramatic)

Okay, I walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up, then I leave, ho (skrrt)
Pay your car note or get some money for that weave, ho (what up?)
Forty-five hundred blow it, there go double C's ho (Chanel)
Might go throw a Birkin bag if you tell me please ho (say please)
She gon' make that ass clap (clap), pop that for a real nigga (one time)
I'm gon' throw that cash back (back), drop that on them real bitches (two time)
Murder on that pussy ho, I can't lie I kill bitches (what up?)
You gon' get like every bag, get every shoe if I deal with you
Young nigga ballin' like I fuckin hit the lottery
You just want the money (oh), shorty, you ain't gotta lie to me (oh)
All these nigga hatin' on me, know they wanna body me
'Cause every time you see Meek Milly, I look like a robbery

Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
I be on that, I be on that
I be on that, I be on that
Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
I be on that, I be on that (uh)
I be on that (haan), I be on that, haan

These bitches study my style on "The Come Up" DVD
Nicki Dibiase, D.D.T
It's a rough ride, E-V-E
But I win, nigga, easy three
Bad bitch, illegal
These ugly bitches is really boostin' my ego
It's me, ho, it's me, ho
I'm so fuckin' famous I can't do shit on the d-low
Y'all got everybody infiltratin' negroes
I don't believe 'em, they lyin' like Leos
Everything these bitches doin', I already did it
Watch my WorldStar interviews, then they mimic

Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
I be on that, I be on that
I be on that, I be on that
Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
I be on that, I be on that (Young OG)
I be on that (The Family, baby), I be on that (yeah), haan

Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
Back on my old shit, tell them niggas breathe, ho (breathe)
Cuban on my collar that's a Rollie on my sleeve, ho (woah)
They be swagger jackin' takin' styles niggas thieves, ho (woah, yeah)
I fuck then I heave ho, killed that shit, now grieve, ho
And don't expect no gifts tomorrow, this ain't Christmas Eve, ho (nah)
I tell her like them pimps, "We gon' get rich you just believe, ho"
I make them gator bags and mink coats your pet peeve, ho
I guess that's just me, ho (me, ho), Asian chick named Miho (Miho)
Do her shit, do my bitch, then you come do me, ho (come do me, ho)
I be on that, representin' where you born at (where you born at)
Real niggas can't beat 'em, gotta join that (gotta join that)

Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho (Where my joint at? Haha)
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho
I be on that, I be on that
I be on that, I be on that
Haan, it's me ho, it's me ho
Walk up in this bitch, I fuck shit up then I leave, ho

I be on that, I be on that
I be on that, I be on that, haan

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Nicki Minaj's "I Be On That" are full of sexual innuendos and boasts about her extravagant lifestyle. Throughout the song, Nicki repeatedly references her "ass so fat" that she needs a lap dance and how easily she can "fuck shit up then leave." She flaunts her wealth and willingness to spend money on designer brands like Chanel and Birkin bags, and boasts about her sexual prowess as well. The song also features verses from other rappers like Meek Mill and Trinidad James.

One possible interpretation of the lyrics is that Nicki is asserting her dominance and power in the rap game, similar to how she has been breaking records and defying stereotypes as a female rapper. She uses her sexuality and wealth as weapons against her haters and competition. Moreover, the line "you just want the money shorty, you ain't gotta lie to me" suggests that she is aware of the superficiality and materialism prevalent in the music industry, but she still chooses to play the game and come out on top.

Another interesting aspect of the song is the use of the phrase "me ho" throughout the chorus. While it sounds degrading at first, it could also be seen as a subversion of the usual insult of "ho" by claiming ownership and control over it. Additionally, the reference to the Come Up DVD and Eve's song "Ruff Ryders' Anthem" shows how Nicki is paying homage to her predecessors and influences in hip-hop.

Overall, "I Be On That" is a provocative and self-aggrandizing track that highlights Nicki's confidence and charisma as a rapper.

Line by Line Meaning

Ass so fat I need a lap dance
My butt is so big that I want someone to dance on it

Somebody tell the waitress bring some fuckin' racks in
Get the money ready, we're going to be spending a lot of it here

The stripper run into the pole when we back in
The stripper got so excited when we came back in that she accidentally hit the pole

All gold Trinidad James on my Aston
My car is covered in gold just like Trinidad James

Okay, I walk up in this bitch
I'm entering this place with confidence

I fuck shit up then I leave ho
I make a scene and then I quickly leave

Pay your car note or get some money for that weave ho
Use your money wisely; pay your car bill or save for hair extensions

Forty-five hundred blow it there go double C's ho
If you spend $4,500, you can get double C's (Chanel) products

Michael throw Birkin bag if you tell me please ho
I'll buy you a Birkin bag if you do what I ask

She gon' make that ass clap
She's going to make her butt cheeks clap

Pop that for a real nigga
Dance for a genuine person

I'm gon' throw that cash back, drop that on them real bitches
I'm going to throw my money at the real party girls

Murder on that pussy ho
I'm confident in my sexual prowess and can 'kill it' in bed

I can't lie I kill bitches
I'm too good for other girls; they can't compete with me

You gon' get like every bag and Every shoe if I deal with you
If we work together, I'll shower you with designer bags and shoes

Young nigga ballin' like I fuckin' hit the lottery
I'm living like I just won the lottery

You just want the money shorty You ain't gotta lie to me
Be honest about your intentions; you just want my money

All these nigga hatin' on me Know they wanna body me
People are envious of my success and may want to harm me

'Cause every time you see Meek Milly, I look like a robbery
I'm always carrying a lot of money and valuables; I look like an easy target

These bitches study my style on the Come Up DVD
Other women are trying to copy my style and imitate me

Nicki Dibiase, D.D.T
I'm like a wrestler, taking my competition down

These ugly bitches is really boostin' my ego
Seeing unattractive women makes me feel better about myself

I'm so fucking famous I can't do shit on the D-low
I'm so famous that I can't do anything without attention

Ya'll got everybody infiltrating negros
People are trying to be like us (African Americans)

I don't believe 'em they lyin' like Leos
I don't trust them; they're lying like a Leo (Zodiac sign)

Everything these bitches doing I already did it
Other women are copying me, but I've already done it better

Watch my World Star interviews, then they mimic
People study my interviews to try and copy my style and demeanor

Back on my old shit, tell them niggas breathe ho
I'm going back to my old ways, so calm down

Cuban on my collar that's a Rollie on my sleeve ho
I'm wearing expensive jewelry, a Cuban link necklace and a Rolex watch

They be swagger jackin' taking styles niggas thieves ho
People copy others' styles and are stealing from them

I guess that's just me ho Asian chick named me-ho
I'm unique and different; there's an Asian woman who goes by the same name as me

Do her shit, do my bitch then you come do me ho
Have sex with my friend first, then come and have sex with me

I be on that, representin' where you be born at
I'm always representing my hometown

Real niggas can't beat em, gotta join that
If you can't beat the 'real men,' then join them

Where my joint at?
Where is my marijuana? I want to smoke it.

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Jackson, Joshua Luellen, Karim Kharbouch, Onika Maraj, Robert Williams

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