Born Domenica Costa on 4th June 1972 in Tokyo, Japan, she is relatively unknown in the United States, although she has achieved impressive commercial success overseas, most notably in Australia and Germany. She is the daughter of Don Costa, an arranger and producer of pop music, with whom she recorded several albums as a child, many of which have gone platinum. Frank Sinatra, a close friend of her father's, was her godfather. She is married to her songwriting partner and producer Justin Stanley.
Nikka has released 7 full length albums, 4 as an adult (Butterfly Rocket (1996), Everybody Got Their Something (2001), can'tneverdidnothin' (2005) and Pebble to a Pearl (2008)) as well as one EP PRO★WHOA! (2011).
She also had a career as a young singer starting in the 1980s, releasing 3 albums (Nikka Costa (1981), Fairy Tales (1983) and Here I Am... (1989)).
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Boyfriend
Nikka Costa Lyrics
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(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If you see him coming better cut out on the double
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) You've been spreading lies that I was untrue
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) So look out now 'cause he's coming after you
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) Hey, he knows that you've bee trying
And he knows that you've been lyin'
He's bee gonna for such a long time (Hey la, hey la, my boyfriends back)
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born (Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back)
Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong (Hey la, hey la, my hey friend's back)
Hey, he knows I wasn't cheating Now you're gonna get a beating
What makes you think he'd believe all your lies
You're a big man now, but he'll cut you down to size
Wait and see
My boyfriend's back he's gonna save my reputation
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If I were you I'd take a permanent vacation
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back)
Hey, he knows I wasn't cheatin' Now you're gonna get a beatin'
What makes you think he'd believe all your lies
You're a big man now but he'll cut you down to size
Wait and see
My boyyfriend's back, he's gonna save my reputation
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If I were you I'd take a permanent vacation
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back)
Hey my boyfriend's back
So look out now cause my boyfriend's back
And I can see him comin'
So you better start a-runnin'
Yeah, yeah, yeah
The lyrics of Nikka Costa's song "My Boyfriend's Back" tell the story of a girl who is warning someone that her boyfriend is back in town and they better watch out because he knows they have been spreading lies about her. The girl confidently asserts that her boyfriend is aware of the deceit and is not going to let it slide. She emphasizes that he has been gone for a long time but now he's returning, and things will be fine once he takes care of the person who has been spreading lies about her. The lyrics suggest that the person being warned should be sorry for their actions because the boyfriend is described as big and strong, and someone who will save the girl's reputation.
The song portrays the theme of loyalty, where the girl's boyfriend is depicted as a protective figure who will stand up for her and punish those who have wronged her. The lyrics emphasize the importance of trust and the consequences of deceit. They also convey a sense of empowerment, as the girl confidently assures the person spreading lies that her boyfriend will come to her defense.
Line by Line Meaning
My Boyfriend's back and you're gonna be in trouble
My significant other has returned and you will face the consequences of your actions
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If you see him coming better cut out on the double
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If you happen to spot him approaching, it would be wise to flee immediately
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) You've been spreading lies that I was untrue
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) You have been maliciously spreading false rumors about my faithfulness
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) So look out now 'cause he's coming after you
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) Beware now, as he is determined to confront you
Hey, he knows that you've bee trying
Hey, he is aware of your attempts
And he knows that you've been lyin'
And he is well aware that you have been deceitful
He's bee gonna for such a long time (Hey la, hey la, my boyfriends back)
He has been absent for a considerable duration of time
But new he's back and things'll be fine (Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back)
However, he has now returned and everything will return to normal
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born (Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back)
You will deeply regret the circumstances of your birth
Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong (Hey la, hey la, my hey friend's back)
For he possesses a considerable physique and substantial strength
Hey, he knows I wasn't cheating Now you're gonna get a beating
Hey, he is aware that I did not betray him. Now you will face the consequences of your actions
What makes you think he'd believe all your lies
What leads you to believe that he would trust your falsehoods
You're a big man now, but he'll cut you down to size
Though you may appear powerful, he will humble you
Wait and see
Just be patient and observe what unfolds
My boyfriend's back he's gonna save my reputation
My partner has returned to preserve my honor
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If I were you I'd take a permanent vacation
(Hey la, hey la, my boyfriend's back) If I were in your position, I would permanently remove myself from the situation
Hey my boyfriend's back
Hey, my significant other is now here
So look out now cause my boyfriend's back
Therefore, be cautious as my partner has returned
And I can see him comin'
And I am able to anticipate his arrival
So you better start a-runnin'
Therefore, it is advised that you begin to flee
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and excitement
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GERALD GOLDSTEIN, BOB FELDMAN, RICHARD GOTTEHRER
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Carol Costa
A cara da minha infância. Músicas inesquecíveis para mim. Nikka Costa tem uma voz lindaaaaa !!!!! 😊😊😊✨✨✨✨🎶🎶🎵🎼🎷🎤🎧🎧
gabstanace2
Fantastic song. Nikka Costa was amazing back then!
qtoph89
I miss this song ㅠ.ㅠ~ i miss Nikka Costa. My childhood song ㅋㅋㅋ~ this Nikka Costa album is awesome ^^ thankyu for uploading here
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He went away and you hung around
And bothered me, every night
And when I wouldn't go out with you
You said things that weren't very nice
My boyfriend's back and you're gonna be in trouble
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
You see him comin' better cut out on the double
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
You been spreading lies that I was untrue
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
So look out now 'cause he's comin' after you
He's been gone for such a long time
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
Now he's back and things'll be fine
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
'Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
(You're a big man now but he'll cut you down to size
(Wait and see)
My boyfriend's back he's gonna save my reputation
(Hey-la-day-la my boyfriend's back)
If I were you I'd take a permanent vacation
(Hey-la, hey-la, my boyfriend's back)
Yeah, my boyfriend's back (La-day-la, my boyfriend's back)
Look out now, yeah, my boyfriend's back (La-day-la, my boyfriend's back)
I could see him comin' so you better get a runnin' alright now (La-day-la, my boyfriend's back)
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (La-day-la, my boyfriends's back)
My boyfriend's back now (La-day-la, my boyfriend's back)
Know he's comin' after you because he knows I've been true now (La-day-la, my boyfriend's back)
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When i was 10 y.o.❤❤❤
Now 50
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