Nina Elizabeth Agzarian (born 18 December 1984), better known by her stage … Read Full Bio ↴Nina Elizabeth Agzarian (born 18 December 1984), better known by her stage name Nina Las Vegas, is an Australian radio host, DJ and music producer. From 2009 to 2014 she was the host of House Party on national radio station, Triple J. She has released compilation albums, House Party Volume 1 (3 August 2012) and House Party Volume 2 (2 August 2013), which have appeared on the ARIA Dance Albums of the Year. In 2015 she started her own music recording label "NLV Records". Artists currently signed to NLV Records include Melbourne electronic producer Swick, Adelaide grime artist Strict Face, Melbourne producer Lewis Cancut and Dutch-born New Zealand DJ Air Max '97 (now based in Melbourne). Las Vegas is also signed to the label.

I Know How It Goes
Nina Las Vegas Lyrics

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Standing over, shifting the blame
Learning fast, but you're in my way
Heard you first, don't stay it again
I'm screaming out, so I don't go insane

I know how it goes
I know how it goes
I know how it goes

I know how it goes

Your smart, but just can't see that I'm the toughest in the crew
All the props you'd get for such basic breakthrough
Same story long story, yeah it hurts my brain
Tweet and scream, just so I don't go insane

We're gunna take control, freedom that we've never known
We're gunna take control, freedom that we've never known
We're gunna take control, freedom that we've never known
We're gunna take control, freedom that we've never known

I know how it goes
I know how it goes
I know how it goes
I know how it goes
I know how it goes
I know how it goes

I know how it goes
I know how it goes...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I Know How It Goes" by Nina Las Vegas seem to be about feeling underestimated and undervalued by someone who is trying to take credit for your hard work or success. The first verse talks about someone who is "shifting the blame" and standing in the singer's way. The singer knows what this person is trying to do and is tired of hearing it, so they scream out to maintain their sanity. The second verse seems to be directed at the same person, who is described as smart but unable to recognize the singer's strength and contributions. The singer is frustrated with the repetition of the situation and resorts to tweeting and screaming to cope.

The chorus emphasizes the idea that the singer knows how the situation plays out and understands the struggle, as it has happened before. The repetition of "I know how it goes" indicates that the singer recognizes the pattern and knows what to expect. The subsequent lines about taking control and claiming freedom suggest that the singer is determined to break free from this pattern and assert themselves.

Overall, the song seems to be about empowerment and standing up for oneself in the face of those who might try to diminish or ignore one's contributions. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's own worth and not allowing others to take credit for one's achievements.

Line by Line Meaning

Standing over, shifting the blame
You are trying to pin the blame on me, even though you are the one at fault.

Learning fast, but you're in my way
You are trying to learn quickly, but you are hindering my progress and preventing me from achieving my goals.

Heard you first, don't say it again
I have already heard what you have to say, and I do not need to hear it again.

I'm screaming out, so I don't go insane
I am yelling to express my frustration and avoid becoming overwhelmed.

Your smart, but just can't see that I'm the toughest in the crew
You may be intelligent, but you fail to recognize that I am the most capable member of the group.

All the props you'd get for such basic breakthrough
You would receive praise for something so simple and basic that it is not worth applauding.

Same story long story, yeah it hurts my brain
Hearing the same story repeatedly is frustrating and causing me mental strain.

Tweet and scream, just so I don't go insane
I am venting my emotions on social media and making a scene to release my pent-up frustration.

We're gunna take control, freedom that we've never known
We are going to seize control and experience a level of freedom that we have never before enjoyed.

I know how it goes
I am familiar with the situation and what is expected of me.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CELIA PAVEY, DANNY OMERHODIC, NINA AGZARIAN, REBECCA ARI

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