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 Feel Pretty
Nicki Minaj Lyrics
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(Pay attention!)
Shouts out Bogies, I see you
S-Breezy what up!
The Aphilliates nigga, pay attention
Don Cannon, Money Machine!
My big brother Infamous
Sticks Malone, what up homie?
I feel free
I'm rollin' with my niggas and we just bought the bar
I feel free
Shawty lookin' at me 'cause she know I'm a star (Hol-hol')
I feel free
(Holiday season!)
Can't forget about my whole So Icey staff
What's up Severe? I see you Portia
I see you Morgan, what up G-Boy?
We workin' nigga, So Icey
Young Money, it's a movement!
Pay attention, stupid! (We make it look easy, oh)
I feel free
I'm rollin' with my niggas and we just bought the bar
I feel free
Shawty lookin' at me 'cause she know I'm a star
I feel free
I'm in the club and I'm tryna get right
I feel free
Most of all 'cause I got life
I feel free
Send three more bottles to table five
We buyin' out the bar, we livin' out life
We gettin' all right, shawties watchin' us
We lockin' down the club 'cause we straight dangerous
Me and my dudes, me and my crew
We lockin' this down, ice is so blue
These dudes talk out they mouth but they ain't you
We shuttin this bitch down alright now
I feel free
I'm rollin' with my niggas an we just bought the bar
I feel free
Shawty lookin' at me 'cause she know I'm a star
I feel free
I'm in the club and I'm tryna get right
I feel free
Most of all 'cause I got life
I feel free
I just signed the deal so everything is all good (good)
Made a move to get my niggas out the hood (hood)
Same place where Murda Mase once stood (stood)
Ferrari cars interior all wood (wood)
Now I'm in the club, bottles on me (club, me)
Louis Vuitton fits, models on me (bitch, me)
Heavy chains, nothin' hollow on me (me)
I'm a star now, all the problems on me
And shawty look nice, so I'm lovin' her (oh)
I don't care what you say, I'm cuffin' her (yeah)
She's hot, nigga can't get enough of her
Drinkin' champagne, I can't stop touchin' her
Her pretty eyes is killin' me, her glossy lips is stealin' me
After the club ma, we can chill in the V
Tonight is our night and ma, I feel free
I feel free
I'm rollin' with my niggas and we just bought the bar
I feel free
Shawty lookin' at me 'cause she know I'ma star
I feel free
I'm in the club and I'm tryna get right
I feel free
Most of all 'cause I got life
I feel free (Holiday season)
I feel so free (so free)
So loose, drinks on me
I'm too G, Gucci links on me (ah)
Game locked down, I'm the nigga with the key
I see a girl, she so fly (so fly)
She got wings, see her flow by
Whole crew sick, hottest things out (out)
Street Fi-di-damn, bring 'em out, bring 'em out (move in)
Who then? LV on her shoulder (what else?)
She look right in the Rover (what else?)
In the club never sober
Ballers, we the niggas on the posters
Rockstar, so Sonny Bono
I'm a Cowboy, so Tony Romo
Shakedown shorty, that's the logo
Feel free, fuck the po'-po' (I feel free)
Hopped off the boat, I am such a immigrant
Why he get Nicki Minaj tatted on his ligament?
Wait, just for the record get wetter than fisherman
Pull up with some "26s up under the Michelins
You know I pop-pop-pop it like a pistol
That's why I keep my wrist lookin' like a disco
And everywhere I go they tell me that I'm pretty
My money slow, my money stupid, money ditsy (duh)
Mami you bad, but Nicki is badder (but Nicki badder)
Step your cookies up go get you a ladder
We do it early like Cheerios and a bagel
I feel freer than the slaves on the railroad
You think I'm lyin'? (Lyin')
I feel like I'm flyin' (flyin')
I feel like I'm finally free
I'm free
I'm free
I'm free (I feel free)
I'm rollin' with my niggas and we just bought the bar
I feel free
Shorty lookin' at me 'cause she know I'm a star
I feel free
I'm in the club and I'm tryna get right
I feel free
Most of all 'cause I got life
I feel free
The lyrics to "Feel Free" by Nicki Minaj featuring Ricky Blaze are about the feeling of liberation and empowerment that comes with success and living life to the fullest. The song celebrates the freedom that comes from achieving goals, moving beyond past struggles, and embracing the luxury and excitement of the VIP lifestyle.
In the first verse, Nicki Minaj acknowledges her success and the admiration she receives from others. She feels free and confident, rolling with her crew and enjoying the luxury of buying out the bar. Shawty (a term used to refer to a woman or girl) is attracted to Nicki because she knows she is a star. This creates a sense of validation and further boosts her confidence.
The chorus repeats the theme of feeling free and highlights the desire to have a good time in the club. Nicki expresses that she feels most free because she has life, possibly indicating that she appreciates her experiences and opportunities.
In Ricky Blaze's verse, he joins the celebration of success and a newfound sense of freedom. He mentions signing a record deal, moving his friends out of the hood, and enjoying the perks of wealth and celebrity. He also expresses his interest in a woman, emphasizing his intention to commit to her and enjoying the finer things in life together.
The second part of the song showcases both artists celebrating their accomplishments and expressing their confidence in themselves and their ability to attract attention. Nicki Minaj delivers rapid-fire verses, showcasing her wordplay and witty lyrics. She mentions her popularity, her wealth, and her ability to captivate others.
Overall, the lyrics of "Feel Free" convey a sense of confidence, empowerment, and liberation that comes with achieving success and embracing a lavish lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel free
I am feeling liberated and unrestricted
I'm rollin' with my niggas and we just bought the bar
I am enjoying the company of my friends and we have purchased the entire bar
Shawty lookin' at me 'cause she know I'm a star (Hol-hol')
A woman is paying attention to me because she recognizes my fame and talent
I'm in the club and I'm tryna get right
I am at the club, seeking to have a good time and feel good about myself
Most of all 'cause I got life
Above all, I feel free because I am alive and can live my life to the fullest
Send three more bottles to table five
Please deliver three additional bottles of alcohol to the customers seated at table five
We buyin' out the bar, we livin' out life
We are purchasing all the drinks in the bar and enjoying a lavish lifestyle
We lockin' down the club 'cause we straight dangerous
We are establishing control over the club because we are intimidating and powerful
Me and my dudes, me and my crew
My friends and I, my group of people
We lockin' this down, ice is so blue
We are securing this place, and the expensive jewelry we are wearing is gleaming with blue-tinted diamonds
These dudes talk out they mouth but they ain't you
Other men may speak ill, but they cannot compare to you
We shuttin this bitch down alright now
We are forcefully closing this place, asserting our dominance
I just signed the deal so everything is all good (good)
I recently secured a lucrative contract, and everything in my life is now going well
Made a move to get my niggas out the hood (hood)
I took action to help my friends escape the struggles of the impoverished neighborhood
Same place where Murda Mase once stood (stood)
Referring to a location where an infamous person, Murda Mase, used to reside
Ferrari cars interior all wood (wood)
The interior of my Ferrari cars is luxurious, with wood paneling
Now I'm in the club, bottles on me
I am currently inside the club, and I am the one responsible for purchasing the bottles of alcohol
Louis Vuitton fits, models on me (bitch, me)
I am wearing expensive clothing from the luxury brand Louis Vuitton, and attractive models are surrounding me
Heavy chains, nothin' hollow on me (me)
I am adorned with substantial gold chains, which are genuine and not fake
I'm a star now, all the problems on me
I have reached a level of fame where all the difficulties and burdens are directed towards me
And shawty look nice, so I'm lovin' her (oh)
The girl looks attractive, so I am infatuated with her
I don't care what you say, I'm cuffin' her (yeah)
I do not care about other people's opinions, I am officially claiming her as my partner
She's hot, nigga can't get enough of her
She is incredibly attractive, and I cannot get enough of her presence
Drinkin' champagne, I can't stop touchin' her
I am enjoying a glass of champagne while constantly touching and showing affection to her
Her pretty eyes is killin' me, her glossy lips is stealin' me
Her beautiful eyes are captivating me, and her shiny lips are attracting my attention
After the club ma, we can chill in the V
After leaving the club, we can relax and spend time together in my luxurious vehicle
Tonight is our night and ma, I feel free
This evening belongs to us, and I am experiencing a sense of liberation and freedom
I feel so free (so free)
I am filled with a tremendous sense of freedom and liberation
So loose, drinks on me
I am feeling uninhibited and carefree, and I will cover the cost of the drinks
I'm too G, Gucci links on me (ah)
I am excessively gangster, proudly displaying my Gucci chains around my neck
Game locked down, I'm the nigga with the key
I have complete control of the game, and I hold the key to its success
I see a girl, she so fly (so fly)
I notice an extremely attractive girl, she is stylish and impressive
She got wings, see her flow by
She exudes grace and elegance as she moves past me
Whole crew sick, hottest things out (out)
My entire crew is incredibly talented and fashionable, we are the most desirable individuals around
Street Fi-di-damn, bring 'em out, bring 'em out (move in)
We are representing the street, specifically Fi-di (likely referring to the Financial District), and we are calling out for everyone to gather and show their presence
LV on her shoulder (what else?)
She is proudly carrying a Louis Vuitton bag on her shoulder, indicating her high fashion taste
She look right in the Rover (what else?)
She appears perfect while sitting in a luxurious Range Rover vehicle
In the club never sober
We are constantly partying and enjoying ourselves in the club without being sober
Ballers, we the niggas on the posters
We are the successful and influential individuals who appear on promotional posters
Rockstar, so Sonny Bono
I am similar to a rockstar, reminiscent of Sonny Bono, the famous musician
I'm a Cowboy, so Tony Romo
I am like a cowboy, comparing myself to the football player Tony Romo
Shakedown shorty, that's the logo
I am claiming ownership and authority over the city, that is my logo and mark
Feel free, fuck the po'-po' (I feel free)
I am embracing my freedom and no longer concerned about the presence and power of law enforcement
Hopped off the boat, I am such an immigrant
I am emphasizing that I am an immigrant and have experienced the struggles associated with it
Why he get Nicki Minaj tatted on his ligament?
I am questioning why someone would choose to permanently tattoo my name on their body
Wait, just for the record get wetter than fisherman
To clarify, I want to state that metaphorically, I am more sexually desirable and satisfying than a fisherman getting wet from water
Pull up with some '26s up under the Michelins
I arrive in a vehicle equipped with oversized rims that are mounted underneath the Michelins tires
You know I pop-pop-pop it like a pistol
You are aware that I am very skilled at provocatively dancing, similar to shooting a gun
That's why I keep my wrist lookin' like a disco
I choose to adorn my wrist with many flashy and extravagant jewelry pieces, resembling the dazzling lights of a disco ball
And everywhere I go they tell me that I'm pretty
People compliment my appearance wherever I go, acknowledging that I am beautiful
My money slow, my money stupid, money ditsy (duh)
Although I may not have a lot of money currently, I am confident that it will increase drastically, indicating that money is unpredictable and fluctuates
Mami you bad, but Nicki is badder (but Nicki badder)
You, mami, are attractive, but I want to assert that I, Nicki Minaj, am even more attractive and desirable
Step your cookies up go get you a ladder
I am encouraging someone to increase their value and elevate themselves to a higher level
We do it early like Cheerios and a bagel
We start our activities early in the morning, just like the popular breakfast combination of Cheerios and a bagel
I feel freer than the slaves on the railroad
I am expressing how liberated I feel, comparing my freedom to that of the slaves who escaped through the Underground Railroad
You think I'm lyin'? (Lyin')
Are you convinced that I am not telling the truth?
I feel like I'm flyin' (flyin')
I feel a sense of exhilaration and euphoria, as if I am soaring through the sky
I feel like I'm finally free
I feel as though I have finally broken free from any constraints or limitations
I'm free
I am liberated and unrestricted in my actions and choices
Lyrics © MIZAY PUBLISHING
Written by: Nicki Minaj Onika Tanya Maraj, Ricki Blaze, Ron Browz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
SNGTFRK
“I FEE PRETTY” should have been the first chorus and “Rah rah like a dungeon dragon” should have been the second
SNGTFRK
@witch we know that bestie
witch
She didn't get The sample of The Pretty Lyrics cleares
SNGTFRK
@keshar vice duhh
Amanda Childs
I love how she did this remake at the Grammys c;
toptiershawnn
I LOVEEEE THIS VERSION
icey polar
I love this version, I don't know why the owners said no. -.-
Jose Cantu
It’s copy right .. and I’m glad this wasn’t released.. the other one better
donovan smith
in the official version you can still hear “I-“ before the chorus starts
RomanHartMLBB
I noticed that too, but I thought it was all in my head.