Frasqueri recorded her first song, "Destiny", in 2010, and released it under the name of Wavy Spice on her SoundCloud and her YouTube channel in mid-2012. It was largely autobiographical and gained modest popularity. Subsequently, she released her second track, "Bitch I'm Posh". The track went viral, and as of December 2017, received 110,000 plays on Soundcloud. Frasqueri then released YAYA, which was a commentary of perceptions of colonial history. Frasqueri continued to release singles, such as Dragons, a Game of Thrones inspired piece, Honeysuckle, and Vicki Gotti until changing her moniker to Princess Nokia. She released her mixtape, 1992, on Soundcloud. She also began touring.
Frasqueri was praised for her feminism, especially after confronting a man yelling racial slurs on a subway train. She also founded the Smart Girls Club, a podcast where she discusses healthy living and "urban feminism".
Frasqueri claims Princess Nokia is an alter ego, which she introduced with the track "Nokia". She released an album named Metallic Butterfly on May 12, 2014, and was debuted on Vice and Soundcloud.
On September 8, 2017, she released her debut studio album, 1992 Deluxe, which was an expanded version of her 2016 mixtape, 1992. It peaked at number 25 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart. NME listed it as the 32nd best album of 2017.
Nokia also has debuted a new radio show on Apple's Beats 1 Radio on February 18, 2018. She has a total of 6 episodes labeled, "The Voices in My Head with Princess Nokia."
Kitana
Princess Nokia Lyrics
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Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
(Yeah, ho)
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
Princess Nokia, you can call me on my cellular
I think I'm the shit and I never been a regular
Rhymes I spit are sick, see you bleeding from your jugular
You can suck my dick, all them shady fucks that set me up (suck my dick)
Up in the crib, I'm up in the show
I'm doing my thing like never before
I'm rocking and dropping and hitting the floor
I give you the goodies, the goodies, let go
Pop, lock, and drop it
Pop, lock, and drop it
Play them games like Atari (yeah)
Mortal Kombat like Kitana (uh)
He be hoping that I call him
He just wanna call me mama (yup)
Call ya back mañana (yup)
I ain't with it with ya drama (yup)
You are not my problem (yup)
I ain't with it with ya drama (yup)
I done told yo' ass don't call me no more
Because I'm in a session right now
Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
Ain't got no hair on my tongue
Got no reason to run
Yeah, my words are the reasons that I'll never use guns
I just wanna have fun and to live without fear
I put the ground to the ear and claimed that this was my year
I keep my speech on fleek while these bitches fake deep
You don't practice, you preach
I get applause when I speak (yeah)
It's a difference for me, people coming for me
I gotta show them that heat so they regret how they be
They take advantage of me, and I'ma put them to sleep
You never shit where you eat when you was eating for free
I really say what I do and ain't got nothing to prove
Prefer the sweetheart chick to my bitch attitude
People did me they dirt when I sat and did work
They just tryna take my pictures, they don't care 'bout my worth
But I'm still gon' pray, enemies every day
'Cause it's really up to God come judgement day
Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
(Yeah, ho)
The lyrics to Princess Nokia's song "Kitana" reference the arcade game "Mortal Kombat" and the character Kitana, who is a skilled fighter and princess of an otherworldly realm. The repeated line "Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana" suggests a confidence and fearlessness in facing challenges head-on, much like the character Kitana. Throughout the song, Princess Nokia asserts her independence and self-assurance, refusing to be controlled by others and embracing her own desires and goals.
The verse "Ain't got no hair on my tongue/ Got no reason to run/ Yeah, my words are the reasons that I'll never use guns" speaks to Princess Nokia's commitment to speaking her truth and standing firmly by her convictions, without resorting to violence or aggression. She emphasizes the importance of having fun and living without fear, despite the challenges and obstacles that may come her way. Overall, the lyrics to "Kitana" showcase Princess Nokia's strength, resilience, and determination, as she asserts herself in a world that may try to silence or control her.
Line by Line Meaning
Kitana, Kitana, Kitana, Kitana
Repetition of the name is a reference to the character Kitana from the video game Mortal Kombat, symbolizing the artist's strength and power.
Mortal Kombat, I'll see you mañana
Referring to the video game, this line represents the artist's readiness to battle and win. 'Mañana' means tomorrow in Spanish, implying that the battle will be fought in the future.
I step in this bitch and I do what I want
Asserting her dominance, this line shows the artist's confidence and lack of fear in doing whatever she pleases.
I don't give a damn and I don't give a fuck
Emphasizing her disregard for societal expectations and opinions, the artist shows how she won't be restricted by anyone or anything.
Princess Nokia, you can call me on my cellular
The artist introduces herself and shows her authority through this line. She also indicates that communication is essential, but only on her own terms.
Rhymes I spit are sick, see you bleeding from your jugular
Showing her skill as an artist, this line affirms Princess Nokia's ability to emotionally affect her listeners through her music.
I give you the goodies, the goodies, let go
Here, the artist offers something of value to her listeners, urging them to release themselves from negativity and embrace what she has to offer.
Ain't got no hair on my tongue
Indicating her boldness, Princess Nokia does not hold back in conveying her thoughts and emotions through her music.
Got no reason to run
With nothing to hide and nothing to be ashamed of, the artist stands her ground regardless of the situation.
I just wanna have fun and to live without fear
Expressing her desire to enjoy life to the fullest, Princess Nokia refuses to be held back by anything and wants to live life fully without any petrifying anxiety.
I keep my speech on fleek while these bitches fake deep
Princess Nokia prides herself on being true, unlike others who pretend to be genuine to the world but instead merely conform to popular opinions or trends.
You don't practice, you preach
The artist emphasizes that it is not enough to simply talk about what you believe in, you must put it into practice as well.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alain Macklovitch, Destiny Frasqueri, Lexus Lewis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Miel
Her clothing style and looks are just so fluid and she fits into every single one of them so perfectly I just..
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Melanie Castro because she has like the most classic, timeless beauty. Her face is just fuuuhhh
EYELOVE ALL
Exactly
Angel D
Yeah she's fine 🙂
Laika Pupkino
I'm 70 years old and for some reason I was very impressed by this song (yes, Trinkets...). Think I'll put it on my ringtone.
Oksana Kän
You're the coolest
Boneless Communism
Wholesome
Diogo
Yeees
It's me god
@Nazil Lohana ok boomer.
Eye_of Ra.
everything this young lady does is so organic! Keep rockin we see you!