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.
N.I.G.G.A.S
Nicki Minaj Lyrics
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All of my niggas that's doin' time for some shit that they ain't did
This is for my niggas that wild out
All of my niggas that ride out, all my niggas that hide out
This is for my niggas that buy weight
Niggas that leave on Monday, come back on a Friday
This is for my niggas that get high, all of my niggas that get by
All my niggas that get fly, this is for my niggas that cop Dutches
This is for my niggas that don't snitch, all of my niggas that don't bitch
All my niggas that tote fifths, this is for my niggas that don't cry
All of my niggas that don't smile, all my niggas that don't lie
This is for my niggas that take care, all of they kids
Order some bids, and take 'em to daycare
This is for my niggas that don't settle
All of my niggas that push pedals, all my niggas with gold medals
This is for my niggas that play ball, niggas that wanna get in the game
So they niggas can cake off, this is for my niggas that gave up
All of my niggas that's laid up, and ya mind is made up
This is for the borough of Sean Bell (rest in peace)
All of my niggas with strong will, all of my niggas that gon' kill
This is for my niggas that stand up, all of my niggas that's gon' fight
All my niggas that man up (c'mon), this is for my niggas with big dreams
All of my niggas in sick jeans, that be spittin' they sixteens
This is for the Tims and this is for the Brims and
This is for the Trims and this is for the rims and
This is for the kings and this is for the bosses
This is for the blings and niggas in the Porsches
This one's for Malcolm, this one's for Martin
Wish I coulda thanked them, look what they started
This is 'cause I'm tired of losin' (tired of losin')
Even though my music is crack, guess I'm tired of usin'
It's like I'm tired of rappin' and I ain't even that yet
And I'm askin' am I, ready for the rapture?
See, I'm just a little girl, caught in a mixed up world
Shoutout my girls, that be callin' me sista girl
A moment of silence, for all of this violence
For all of my mans that's locked in the pens, and trapped in silence
I see you, I see you, I see you, I see you, I see you
I see you, I see you, I see you, I see you, I see you
Hold on (I see you)
Hold on (oh-oh, yeah-yeah)
Hold on (hold on)
Hold on (hold on)
Hold on (keep tryin')
Hold on (keep tryin')
Hold on (oh)
Hold on (hold on)
Rikers Island, Comstock and Downstate
Coxsackie, plus Clinton and Green Haven
They be gettin' it in, in
Can't forget Sing Sing
Elmira, Atica
Niggas that do they thing, thing
Hold on (I see you)
Hold on (oh-oh, yeah-yeah)
Hold on (hold on)
Hold on (hold on)
Hold on (keep tryin')
Hold on (keep tryin')
Hold on (oh)
Hold on (hold on)
The lyrics of Nicki Minaj's “Niggas” feat. Angel De-Mar are a commentary on men who are inadequate in various ways, such as their inability to keep up with their finances, their lack of substance, and their dishonesty. The song is a call out to all these people, especially those who claim they have everything under control when it's clear they are struggling. Nicki highlights the contrast in her own life, as a wealthy and successful rapper, compared to these “niggas” who are pretending to be something they're not.
At the beginning of the track, Nicki repeatedly asks her listeners to look at the “niggas” she's referring to, suggesting that these people are on display for everyone to see. She calls them out for their shortcomings, such as their smoking habits, their lies about their financial stability, and their lack of employment, which in their minds, justifies their intentions to rob others. She also shades them for not being able to afford a good phone plan; hence, they use a cheap phone service.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase “All I know is there should be no reason” several times, emphasizing the futility of these men's actions and behavior. By scrutinizing their actions, behaviors, and lifestyles, Nicki points out how much they pale in comparison to her status and achievements.
Overall, the song is a powerful commentary on the hypocrisy and inadequacies of men who pretend to have everything under control while failing to meet any real standards of success. With the lyrics, Nicki challenges the status quo and questions what it takes for someone to be successful in today's world.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at y'all niggas
Observing the individuals in question, who are referred to as 'niggas'
Look at y'all smokin' ass niggas
After every pull, the group starts choking due to their smoking habits and are again referred to as 'niggas'
Look at y'all bitch ass niggas
Calling out the group for being cowardly and lying about their sexual prowess
Look at y'all lookin' ass niggas
The individuals are staring at the artist's posterior, and are called out for this behavior
Look at y'all lyin' ass niggas
The individuals in question are not being truthful about their finances
Bunch of non-mogul ass niggas
These people are not influential or wealthy
Frontin' like they got a plan, Boost Mobile ass nigga
These individuals are pretending to have a plan, but in reality, they do not have a clear direction in life, similar to Boost Mobile's limited coverage area
Look at y'all can't get a job so you plottin' how to rob ass niggas
These individuals cannot find employment, so they turn to criminal activities for financial gain
I'ma need a check from y'all niggas
If the artist is going to provide any assistance or support, she requires payment in return
I don't want sex, give a fuck about your ex
The artist is not interested in engaging in sexual activities or hearing about the ex-partners of the individuals in question
I'm rapin' you niggas
The artist is lyrically dominating the individuals in question in this track
Ain't feelin' these niggas
The artist does not appreciate the presence or behavior of the individuals in question
Niggas want my time, call me Clinton, I'm billin' these niggas
The artist is comparing herself to Clinton, who was known for charging for his time and work
All I know is there should be no reason
The artist insists that an explanation or justification is not required
Look at y'all sharin' one bottle in the club
The individuals in question are sharing a single bottle of alcohol, indicating they may not be able to afford more on their own
Look at y'all not havin' game ass niggas
These individuals have no confidence or ability in social settings, particularly when attempting to attract romantic partners
Y'all niggas share a chain ass niggas
The group again demonstrates their lack of financial resources, sharing a single chain among them
In the club with a credit card scam ass nigga
One member of the group is engaged in illegal activity, using a fraudulent credit card
No dick in the pants ass nigga
The artist is not interested in engaging in any sexual activity with a person who presents a masculine appearance, but may not possess male genitalia
Bitch I'm me, hundred on the wrist, I ski
The artist expresses her confidence and personality, and her luxurious lifestyle, skiing with her $100 watch on her wrist
Art on the wall, Basqui, fuck who see
The artist appreciates art and has a piece by Jean-Michel Basquiat hung on her wall, and does not care who views it
Look at you fake dope dealers
The artist is calling out the individuals in question for pretending to be drug dealers
Know real niggas that be movin' weight in them villas
The artist knows legitimate drug dealers who operate out of expensive villas
Talkin' 'bout ki's, say it's ki's in the van
The individuals are claiming to have kilos of drugs in their vehicle
But he really move grams and he split it with his mans
In reality, the individual is only moving small amounts of drugs and sharing the profits with their associates
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Onika Tanya Maraj
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@indabyrd7836
the next generations will never understand how incredible this women is and how much she paved the way. this woman is truly a queen
@mrsfree6868
Fact i was just bout to say that
@nicki8062
This !!!!
@IreneFair
Period
@camillec7353
Woman **
@differentd
G.I.R.L. !!!
@zackbling
this song will always give me chills. she’s come so far and i’m so glad we have so much of her old work documented.
@staceyslaterrr
Thisssss🥺🎀
@onikalyons9968
Omg hey zack
@chatterstudios4254
Dating all the way back to 2003.. but all these mfs in denial