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Capleton, Beenie Man, Mavado, uh-oh
Sizzla Kalonji, Kartel, Buju, go suh
Super Cat, all over his Ferragamo, I know
Destra Garcia, Machel Montano, Jah know
Ninjaman, Lady Saw, Spice, Tanya, Patra
DJ, pull up, Bounty Killer, uh-huh
Bunji Garlin, Fay-Ann Lyons
Anyting we wear, gyal gwan try on (okay)
Bless up, Bob Marley, yes, king lion
Marchin', with Lauryn Hill to Zion
Caribbean tings what I on
Me and Fox gettin' paper like we ink dryin'

Bun up the dance
Bun up the dance
Bun up the dance
Bun up the dance
Bun up the dance





Bun-bun

Overall Meaning

In the final track of her 2018 album Queen, Nicki Minaj pays tribute to the dancehall genre and the Caribbean artists who she loves and who have influenced her music. The lyrics of the song are a list of well-known Caribbean musicians and icons, including Capoten, Beenie Man, Mavado, Sizzla Kalonji, Kartel, and Buju. Nicki also mentions Super Cat, a legendary dancehall artist who was one of the early pioneers of the style, and whose fashion sense – particularly his love of Ferragamo – is still an inspiration to many in the Caribbean music scene.


Line by Line Meaning

Capoten, Beenie Man, Mavado, uh-oh
Here are the names of some well-known musicians, including Capoten, Beenie Man, and Mavado, who are all revered in the music industry.


Sizzla Kalonji, Kartel, Buju, go suh
Other great musicians include Sizzla Kalonji, Kartel, and Buju, who are all extremely talented and respected.


Super Cat, all over his Ferragamo, I know
Super Cat is a famous musician who can often be seen wearing his Ferragamo shoes, which are very expensive and luxurious.


Destra Garcia, Machel Montano, ja know
Destra Garcia and Machel Montano are both popular musicians from Jamaica, known for their amazing performances.


Ninjaman, Lady Saw, Spice, Tanya, patch up
Ninjaman, Lady Saw, Spice, and Tanya are four dynamic, fearless musicians who are incredibly talented and have had a significant impact on the industry.


DJ, pull up, Bounty Killer, uh-huh
There's nothing quite like hearing Bounty Killer's music, especially when a DJ has to restart or rewind a track to get everybody to dance again.


Bunji Garlin, Fay-Ann Lyon
Bunji Garlin and Fay-Ann Lyon are a married couple who share a passion for music and are admired by many for their talent and dedication to their craft.


Anythin' we wear, gyal go and try on
People are often drawn to Nicki Minaj and her fashion sense, which is reflected in this line, where she notes that women will try on anything she wears.


Bless up, Bob Marley that's king lion
This line gives a shout-out to Bob Marley, often referred to as the 'King of Reggae,' who has had a profound impact on music and culture in Jamaica and around the world.


Marching, with Lauryn Hill to Zion
Lauryn Hill is another legendary musician who has collaborated with Nicki Minaj in the past. This line references a desire to be united with Hill, in the spirit of unity and solidarity.


Caribbean tings what I on
Nicki Minaj is proud of her Caribbean heritage, which is reflected in her music, style, and overall persona.


Me and Fox gettin' paper like we ain't tryin'
Nicki Minaj is referring to herself and her collaborator, Foxy Brown, in this line, and she notes that they are both making money effortlessly and without much effort.


Bun up the dance
This catchy chorus is an invitation to get up, dance, and have a good time. It's a nod to the fact that music is meant to be enjoyed and shared among friends.


Bun-bun
This is a playful ad-lib that Nicki Minaj often uses in her music, and it's a great way to signal the end of the song and leave the listener on a high note.




Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Ashley Bannister, Dillon Hart Francis, Joshua Ryan Adams, Onika Tanya Maraj, Sonny Moore

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