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.

Put It On Ya
Nicki Minaj Lyrics

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‘Cause I get wetter than umbrellas
And I’m groovier than stella
I’m flyer than a flier could
You get me some repeller
I I mean I need repellent
T-t taste like watermellon
I’m buying if you selling
If you lying then I’m telling

I supersize fries and the m is for Minaj
Heard you a dopeboy and I
Stay around your heart
I got some good pie it could get a nigga shot
So I g-g-get more eyes than
The letter with the dot

Le le let me let me stop
Le le let me make it pop
You need some good box
Like you playing hopscotch
So let’s go and get the chalk
My Naomi Campbell walk
‘Cause I’m a bad bitch like bark

Uh Shawty I wanna know if you got hang time
And if you think that you could
Beat it by a landslide
Don’t lie you could see it in my eyes
I got some good cookies and
I got some good pie
Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Pu-pu-put it on me
Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Pu-pu-put it on me
Could you pu-pu-put it on me

Pu-pu-put it on me
Could you pu-pu-put it on me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Nicki Minaj/Musicfire.in's song "Put It On Ya" depict the artist's confidence and sexual prowess. In the opening lines, Nicki asserts her ability to "get wetter than umbrellas" and her stylishness, declaring that she is "groovier than Stella" (likely a reference to the fashion brand Stella McCartney). She boldly claims to be more attractive and captivating than others, comparing herself to a "repeller" that others gravitate towards. Additionally, she mentions tasting like watermelon, which could be seen as a metaphor for her desirable and sweet nature.

She continues to assert her dominance in the next lines, identifying herself as "M for Minaj" and suggesting that she holds power and control. The mention of "supersize fries" could be interpreted as Nicki's ability to elevate and amplify her presence. However, she warns that her allure can be dangerous, mentioning that it could "get a nigga shot." This further emphasizes her confidence and the potential consequences of getting involved with her.

The second verse continues with Nicki confidently expressing her desires. She asks if her partner has the ability to truly satisfy her, using metaphors like "good cookies" and "good pie" to represent her sexual prowess. She challenges her partner to "put it on her," meaning to perform and impress her sexually. The repetition of this phrase throughout the song reinforces her assertiveness and confidence in her own desires.

Overall, the lyrics of "Put It On Ya" convey Nicki Minaj's self-assuredness, sexual confidence, and playful nature.

Line by Line Meaning

‘Cause I get wetter than umbrellas
I am remarkably wet and full of desire.

And I’m groovier than stella
I have a captivating and stylish aura.

I’m flyer than a flier could
I am more enticing and attractive than anyone else.

You get me some repeller
You bring me a substance to keep away unwanted attention.

I I mean I need repellent
Actually, I require something to ward off undesired individuals.

T-t taste like watermellon
It possesses a mouthwatering flavor, reminiscent of watermelon.

I’m buying if you selling
If you are offering, I am willing to purchase it.

If you lying then I’m telling
If you are being dishonest, I will expose the truth.

I supersize fries and the m is for Minaj
I significantly enhance the size of my fries, and the 'm' represents my name, Minaj.

Heard you a dopeboy and I
I have heard that you are involved in drug dealing, and I...

Stay around your heart
I continue to have an emotional connection with you.

I got some good pie it could get a nigga shot
I possess exceptional attractiveness that could lead someone to harm.

So I g-g-get more eyes than
As a result, I receive more attention and admiration than...

The letter with the dot
The letter 'i' dotted with excellence.

Le le let me let me stop
Let me pause for a moment.

Le le let me make it pop
Allow me to make things exciting and lively.

You need some good box
You require exceptional intimacy.

Like you playing hopscotch
Similar to playing the childhood game of hopscotch.

So let’s go and get the chalk
Therefore, let's gather the necessary tools for the game.

My Naomi Campbell walk
I possess the confident and alluring walk of the supermodel Naomi Campbell.

‘Cause I’m a bad bitch like bark
Because I am a rebellious and provocative woman, just like the bark of a tree.

Uh Shawty I wanna know if you got hang time
Hey, sweetheart, I am curious if you possess the ability to impress and captivate.

And if you think that you could
And if you believe that you have the capacity to...

Beat it by a landslide
Outperform others by a significant margin.

Don’t lie you could see it in my eyes
Please, don't deceive, my eyes clearly reveal the truth.

I got some good cookies and
I possess exceptional qualities and...

I got some good pie
I have remarkable attractiveness.

Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Are you capable of satisfying my desires?

Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Are you able to fulfill my needs?

Pu-pu-put it on me
Apply your skills and abilities to please me.

Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Can you deliver the satisfaction I seek?

Pu-pu-put it on me
Exhibit your prowess and make me feel fulfilled.

Could you pu-pu-put it on me
Will you be able to meet my desires?

Pu-pu-put it on me
Demonstrate your ability to satisfy me.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: THERON MAKIEL THOMAS, TIMOTHY JAMAHLI THOMAS, ERNEST DION WILSON, ALGERNOD LANIER WASHINGTON

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