Champion
Nicki Minaj Feat. Nas Drake Young Jeezy Lyrics


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Hm.
This is celebration, this is levitation
Look at how you winning now, this took dedication
This is meditation, higher education
This the official competitor elimination
I was taking trips with Web to move weight,
Came back to queens then hit up a new state
Bitches don't know the half like they flunked at math
Bitches ain't have cut up crack up in the stash
50 cent Italian, icy flow
It's that run and get a dollar for a ice cream cone
'Cause they killed my little cousin Nicholas
But my memory's only happy images
This is for the hood, this is for the kids
This is for the single mothers, niggas doing biz
This one is for TT, Tweety, Viola, Sharika
Candice, Timby, Lauren, Iesha.

It's a celebration
Put it up for the ghetto
It's time like these
They know who we are by now
They know who we are.
Champion, a champion (champion, champion)

Yeah, okay, we made it to America
I remember when I used to stay with Erica
Label transferred 20 million to comerica
Fucking terrabus got me acting out of character
Young TO nigga, either riding' range
The Ferrari top down, screaming money ain't a thang
Tell me when I changed, girl, but only when I change
'Cause I live this shit for real, niggas know me in the game, they know
Makin' hits in 3 acre cribs
Cookin' up tryna eat nigga steak and ribs
I made a couple stars outta basic chicks
Nowadays blow the candles out, don't even make a wish
Having good times, making good money
Lot of bad bitches but they good to me
I make her do the splits for a rack
Wish you niggas good luck tryin'a get where I'm at
Straight like that

It's a celebration
Put it up for the ghetto
It's time like these
They know who we are by now
They know who we are.
Champion, a champion (champion, champion)

Straight balling in this bitch, Jeremy Lin, mello.
Tell me one thing you won't do, settle.
Gimme one word for ya chain, yellow
Pocket full of money, black card, ghetto
Critics say I ain't in the game, A I?
So how you deal with the fame, stay high
Stay putting down for the town, may I
What you call a crib in the sky, play high
Half a mil in 3 weeks, y'all did it like a champ
Mama taught me pride, yeah, she did it with the stamps
Wait a minute, everybody pause for the photo
Somebody tell these local hating niggas, I'm global
Tell me what I gotta do to get this champagne going
What I gotta do to get this coconut flowing
Don't let me in son, hundred bottles of the ace
Lemme in son, go money cases in my place let's celebrate

It's a celebration
Put it up for the ghetto
It's time like these
They know who we are by now
They know who we are.
Champion, a champion (champion, champion)

What up Nicki, it's nasty.
Yeah yeah yeah.
I sold my first 2 million dollars, I was 23.
I'm barely a man yet I had some killers under me
This ain't rated PG, this rated PJ.
'Cause that's where a nigga fuck, murder on replay
My 24th b-day, I'm sailing to Bimini
You can see me on a yacht blasting Pac, little nah, I ain't greedy
I'm back to thugging bitches that can make it and kiss other bitches,
My man sister like me, I don't fuck my brother's sister
I just aspire your desire to be different
My 10 year old plan just one year 'til finish
My list went like this, first thing to sever,
The difference in pussy white black Latin or other
Here's a man who clearly isn't basic,
Waiting list just to hear me or witness the greatness
Loud laughter while writing my next chapter
Fast cash life, happily ever after
Champions

It's a celebration
Put it up for the ghetto
It's time like these
They know who we are by now




They know who we are.
Champion, a champion (champion, champion)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Champion" by Nicki Minaj Feat. Nas Drake Young Jeezy celebrate success and overcoming obstacles. The song begins by recognizing that the success achieved took dedication and effort, including higher education and the elimination of competitors. The lyrics go on to mention personal experiences, like taking trips to move weight, losing a family member to violence, and a list of names to represent the people for whom the song is dedicated. The chorus repeats the word "champion" several times, emphasizing the idea that the struggles were worth it, and they won in the end.


The verses are filled with references to success, like making hits and money, living in a 3-acre mansion, and having a pocket full of money and black card. The lyrics also address criticisms, like not being in the game or needing to change, ultimately dismissing them as irrelevant. The song ends with Nas rapping about his own success, having sold two million dollars at 23 years old and having a plan that is just one year from completion.


Overall, "Champion" is a song about perseverance and triumph in the face of obstacles. It acknowledges the struggles and sacrifices made to get where they are but celebrates the success and the recognition it brings.


Line by Line Meaning

Hm.
A moment of reflection or thoughtfulness before starting the song.


This is celebration, this is levitation
The song is about the celebration of success, feeling lifted and elevated.


Look at how you winning now, this took dedication
Success comes from dedication and hard work, and the song acknowledges the effort that it takes to succeed.


This is meditation, higher education
Success requires focus, reflection, and learning.


This the official competitor elimination
Success involves eliminating competition and asserting one's dominance in a field or industry.


I was taking trips with Web to move weight,
The rapper reflects on their past involvement in illegal activity, specifically drug trafficking.


Came back to queens then hit up a new state
After engaging in criminal activity, the rapper returned home and started a new chapter in a different state.


Bitches don't know the half like they flunked at math
People who doubt the artist's abilities or underestimate them do not truly understand the extent of their success.


Bitches ain't have cut up crack up in the stash
The rapper did not engage in drug trafficking activities with females as they did not have the ability to handle such operations.


50 cent Italian, icy flow
The rapper's style is comparable to 50 cent with an Italian flair, the flow is described as smooth and cold as ice.


It's that run and get a dollar for a ice cream cone
Success and wealth bring opportunities for simple pleasures, such as buying an ice cream cone without worry of cost.


'Cause they killed my little cousin Nicholas
The artist has experienced personal tragedy with the loss of a family member, which has influenced their motivation to succeed.


But my memory's only happy images
Despite the personal tragedy, the artist chooses to focus on positive memories and thoughts.


This is for the hood, this is for the kids
The artist is dedicated to their community and is motivated to inspire and give back to the youth through their success.


This is for the single mothers, niggas doing biz
The artist acknowledges the struggles of single mothers and the hard work of those involved in business.


This one is for TT, Tweety, Viola, Sharika
The artist dedicates the song to specific individuals in their life.


Candice, Timby, Lauren, Iesha.
Continued dedication to specific individuals in their life, likely friends or family members.


Straight balling in this bitch, Jeremy Lin, mello.
The artist is living extravagantly and references NBA players Jeremy Lin and Carmelo Anthony to imply their success is on par with that level of wealth.


Tell me one thing you won't do, settle.
The artist is not satisfied with their current level of success and will continue to strive for more.


Gimme one word for ya chain, yellow
The rapper's jewelry is expensive and opulent, as evidenced by the color of their gold chain.


Pocket full of money, black card, ghetto
The artist has significant wealth and still maintains a connection to their roots and upbringing in the ghetto.


Critics say I ain't in the game, A I?
The artist addresses critics who doubt their involvement or influence in the music industry.


So how you deal with the fame, stay high
Managing fame is difficult, but the artist chooses to cope by staying high or consuming drugs.


Stay putting down for the town, may I
The artist is dedicated to their hometown and wants to represent the area through their success.


What you call a crib in the sky, play high
The artist has achieved significant wealth and success, as evidenced by their luxurious living situation.


Half a mil in 3 weeks, y'all did it like a champ
The artist has made significant money in a short amount of time.


Mama taught me pride, yeah, she did it with the stamps
The artist's mother taught them the value of hard work and pride, even when financial resources were limited (signified by the use of stamps in place of cash).


Wait a minute, everybody pause for the photo
The artist wants to take a moment to acknowledge their success and have a photo to commemorate the moment.


Somebody tell these local hating niggas, I'm global
The artist has achieved international success and wants to remind those who doubted them that they have truly made it.


Tell me what I gotta do to get this champagne going
The artist wants to celebrate their success with champagne, and is willing to do whatever it takes to make that happen.


What I gotta do to get this coconut flowing
The artist also wants to enjoy coconut-flavored drinks, a reference to the tropical lifestyle often associated with wealth and success.


Don't let me in son, hundred bottles of the ace
The artist is ready to party and enjoy expensive drinks, such as Ace of Spades champagne.


Lemme in son, go money cases in my place let's celebrate
The artist wants to be allowed entry to a club or party where they can party and celebrate with their money in tow.


What up Nicki, it's nasty.
The artist is acknowledging fellow rapper Nicki Minaj in the song.


Yeah yeah yeah.
A short exclamation to express excitement or enthusiasm for the song's topic.


I sold my first 2 million dollars, I was 23.
At a relatively young age, the artist had already achieved significant financial success.


I'm barely a man yet I had some killers under me
Despite being young, the artist had a team of successful, ruthless individuals who helped them achieve success.


This ain't rated PG, this rated PJ.
The content of the song is not suitable for children, but rather for adults who live a luxurious lifestyle.


'Cause that's where a nigga fuck, murder on replay
The artist is referencing the use of drugs and violence in their lifestyle and lyrics.


My 24th b-day, I'm sailing to Bimini
The artist is enjoying their success and travelling to exotic locations, such as the island of Bimini.


You can see me on a yacht blasting Pac, little nah, I ain't greedy
The artist is enjoying their luxurious lifestyle on a yacht, listening to music and basking in their success.


I'm back to thugging bitches that can make it and kiss other bitches,
The artist is engaging in sexual activity with multiple partners, both male and female.


My man sister like me, I don't fuck my brother's sister
The artist has a close relationship with the sister of a male friend or partner, but does not engage in sexual activity with that individual's siblings.


I just aspire your desire to be different
The artist wants to inspire others to be unique and different, rather than conforming to societal norms or expectations.


My 10 year old plan just one year 'til finish
The artist has a long-term plan for their success and is close to achieving the goals they set out for themselves.


My list went like this, first thing to sever,
The artist had a specific list of things to accomplish in order to achieve success.


The difference in pussy white black Latin or other
The artist does not discriminate when it comes to sexual partners based on race or ethnicity.


Here's a man who clearly isn't basic,
The artist is acknowledging their unique talents and qualities that set them apart from others.


Waiting list just to hear me or witness the greatness
People are eager to hear or see the artist perform due to their reputation for greatness.


Loud laughter while writing my next chapter
The artist is enjoying their life and success, finding joy in the process of creating their next work of art.


Fast cash life, happily ever after
The artist is content with their fast-paced lifestyle and the wealth and success that come with it.


Champions
The song is ultimately about the celebration of champions, those who have worked hard and achieved great success in their field or industry.




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ONIKA TANYA MARAJ, NASIR JONES, TYLER MATTHEW CARL WILLIAMS, AUBREY DRAKE GRAHAM, JAY W. JENKINS

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@Shar70

Another masterpiece by Nicki ppl ignored

@deniselwashington19

They all over the place right?! Nicki 2021!

@skorpion3993

After finally listening to Nicki’s discography, this is my favourite song. Incredible πŸ”₯

@mariananyunja7296

Me too.

@federneleger9557

@ASH πŸ¦„ Aestheticz by

@kevinpettiford6950

One my favorites too

@annawilliams8810

And they say nicki doesn’t make meaningful songs....

@rodriguezc16

still a underrated song even tho one the best nicki made

@connerblade585

2

@tymberlandtv42

Facts

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