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.
My Life
Nicki Minaj Lyrics
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I ball hard, don't ever owe 'em like Lamy
Ayo, these bitches lucky that I still ain't find a nanny
All of them is my junior, Sammy, uh
They know I pop up like jumprope
If-if the queen sleeze put a bag on it then it's gun smoke
So ain't playin' on the internet
I got bigger fish to fry, that's why I got a bigger net
Once I had a love and it was a gas
Tried to play me but I should've done it first
Soon turned out had a heart of glass
I stole his heart and then I put it in a verse
Seemed like the real thing, only to find
He caught feelings when I rode it in reverse
Mucho mistrust, love's gone behind
These bitches mad I did better and first
When I go, I can't take the money with me
Gotta keep a hitter 'round, they tryna get me, whoa
Real or fake, baby, sorry, I don't know (baby, I don't know)
They don't know me but they always judgin' my life
They can't tell me who to love or fuck, it's my life
They gon' talk about me whether I'm wrong or I'm right
I don't need no more drama in my life
My life, my life, my life (my life)
My life, my life, my life
My life, my life, my life (my life, my life, my life)
Ain't no prince on the jammies
But'll still tuck that ass to sleep like your mammy
I pull strings without the hammy
Bunch of jealous bitches, but I know the real bitches hear me
A bitch hot, come feel me
And that ass still sittin' so I know they can't stand me
Sexy bitch, but my money real manly
Sealed your fate if you ever hated on the family
Once I had a love and it was a gas
Tried to play me but I should've done it first
Soon turned out had a heart of glass
I stole his heart and then I put it in a verse
Seemed like the real thing, only to find
He caught feelings when I rode it in reverse
Mucho mistrust, love's gone behind
These bitches mad I did better and first
When I go, I can't take the money with me
Gotta keep a hitter 'round, they tryna get me, whoa
Real or fake, baby, sorry, I don't know (baby, I don't know)
They don't know me but they always judgin' my life
They can't tell me who to love or fuck, it's my life
They gon' talk about me whether I'm wrong or I'm right
I don't need no more drama in my life
My life, my life, my life (my life)
My life, my life, my life
My life, my life, my life (my life, my life, my life)
Once I had a love and it was a gas
Soon turned out had a heart of glass
Seemed like the real thing, only to find
Mucho mistrust, love's gone behind
In the first verse of "My Life," Nicki Minaj asserts her confidence and dominance in the music industry. She proclaims that she is always up and doesn't need to make any commitments or sacrifices. She compares herself to Lamy, a reference to American rapper Lamyia Good, suggesting that she doesn't owe anyone anything and lives a lavish lifestyle. Nicki Minaj also mentions how lucky other female artists are that she hasn't found a protege or a "nanny" to pass the torch to yet. She asserts her status as the queen and states that if someone tries to come for her, there will be consequences. She is not interested in engaging in online drama and has bigger goals to achieve.
The second verse reflects on a past love experience. Nicki Minaj describes how she once had a love that seemed like the real deal, only to find out that the person had ulterior motives. She plays with the metaphor of stealing his heart and putting it into a verse, indicating that she turned their failed relationship into a source of inspiration for her music. The line "rode it in reverse" implies that she turned the tables on her ex-lover, causing him to develop feelings for her after their breakup. Nicki Minaj acknowledges the jealousy and resentment from other women who are envious of her success.
In the chorus, Nicki Minaj contemplates the impermanence of life and the futility of accumulating wealth. She emphasizes the need to have someone to protect her from those who wish to harm her. She expresses uncertainty about whether people around her are genuine or fake. Despite the judgment and gossip she faces, she asserts her right to make her own choices in love and sexuality. Nicki Minaj asserts that people will continue to talk about her regardless of whether she is right or wrong, but she wants to avoid unnecessary drama.
In the final repetition of the chorus, Nicki Minaj repeats the themes of her life and the judgment she faces. She concludes by reflecting on the aftermath of her past love experience, acknowledging a widespread lack of trust in relationships. The lyrics suggest that she has moved on from that negative experience and is focused on her own success and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm always up, ain't gotta ante
I am always awake and ready, I don't have to contribute anything
I ball hard, don't ever owe 'em like Lamy
I succeed greatly, I never owe anything to others like Lamy
Ayo, these bitches lucky that I still ain't find a nanny
Hey, these women are fortunate that I haven't found a caretaker yet
All of them is my junior, Sammy, uh
All of them are younger than me, Sammy, uh
They know I pop up like jumprope
They know I appear suddenly, like a jumping rope
If-if the queen sleeze put a bag on it then it's gun smoke
If the queen (referring to herself) decides to spend money on it, the situation will become explosive
So ain't playin' on the internet
So I won't engage in online games or drama
I got bigger fish to fry, that's why I got a bigger net
I have more important things to deal with, that's why I have a bigger plan
When I go, I can't take the money with me
When I die, I cannot bring my wealth with me
Gotta keep a hitter 'round, they tryna get me, whoa
I must have a capable person around me for protection, as others are trying to harm me
Real or fake, baby, sorry, I don't know (baby, I don't know)
Whether someone is genuine or not, sorry, I can't determine (baby, I don't know)
They don't know me but they always judgin' my life
They don't truly know me, but they are constantly criticizing how I live
They can't tell me who to love or fuck, it's my life
They have no authority to dictate my romantic or sexual relationships, it's my personal life
They gon' talk about me whether I'm wrong or I'm right
They are going to gossip about me whether I'm in the wrong or in the right
I don't need no more drama in my life
I don't need any more unnecessary conflicts or complications in my life
My life, my life, my life (my life)
This is my life, my life, my life (my life)
Ain't no prince on the jammies
There is no prince charming in the pajamas
But'll still tuck that ass to sleep like your mammy
But I will still put that disrespectful person to bed, just like your mother would
I pull strings without the hammy
I exert control or influence behind the scenes, without making a big show
Bunch of jealous bitches, but I know the real bitches hear me
There are many envious women, but I know the authentic women understand me
A bitch hot, come feel me
I am attractive, come experience it for yourself
And that ass still sittin' so I know they can't stand me
And my posterior is still prominent, so I know they are envious of me
Sexy bitch, but my money real manly
I am an appealing woman, but my wealth is significant and powerful
Sealed your fate if you ever hated on the family
You have determined your own unfortunate future if you ever showed hatred towards my group
Once I had a love and it was a gas
In the past, I had a passionate love that was exciting
Tried to play me but I should've done it first
They attempted to manipulate me, but I should've executed that tactic before them
Soon turned out had a heart of glass
Quickly, it became evident that they had a fragile and vulnerable heart
I stole his heart and then I put it in a verse
I took his heart and then expressed it in a song lyrics
Seemed like the real thing, only to find
It appeared as genuine, but it turned out
He caught feelings when I rode it in reverse
He developed strong emotions when I moved on and ended the relationship
Mucho mistrust, love's gone behind
There is a lot of doubt and mistrust now, love is a thing of the past
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Onika Maraj, Chris Stein, Debbie Harry, Donald Cannon, Sean Momberger, Tate Kobang
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@SwitchxZ0NE
Nicki has songs for whatever mood you are currently in
@maikerbrown3602
That's what I thought 😂😂😂
@ryantorres921
REAL
@kalanzijamida9173
Real 😂😂😂
@br225finest
So true.. stepping out tonight w/my pink on.. bopping Everybody & Girl Just Wanna have Fun,on repeat 🎉
@s.roberson584
❤❤❤❤❤❤Nicki let's gooooo
@sofiaatr
SHE IS REALLY ENDING THIS YEAR WITH THE ALBUM OF THE YEARR 💘💅
@KairoK
cap
@stfu4779
@@KairoKyou comment more on Nicki videos MORE than the barbs you need several jobs!
@adamdavis5383
That’s going far lol she’s good at times but I’m my opinion overrated