Qveen Herby’s first release, EP 1, was released on June 2, 2017 preceeded by lead single “Busta Rhymes”. It was shortly followed by EP 2 featuring “Love Myself”, “Wifey” & “Holiday” as it’s singles. Her third EP was released on June 8, 2018. In the October of 2018, Herby confirmed and announced EP 4 which was released in November 2018.
Qveen has since followed with EP 5, EP6, EP 7, EP 8, and EP 9. Qveen Herby's debut album A Woman was released on May 21, 2021. During the same year, she also released an EP named, Halloqveen.
Barbie Girl
Qveen Herby Lyrics
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In a Barbie world (in a Barbie world)
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
You can brush my hair (you can brush my hair)
Undress me everywhere (dress me everywhere)
Imagination, life is your creation
Ooh, I'm a Barbie girl, in a Barbie world (oh, uh)
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere (okay)
Imagination, life is your creation
I'm a blonde bimbo girl in a fantasy world (fantasy)
Dress me up, make it tight, I'm your dolly (dolly)
I'm your doll, rock'n'roll, feel the glamour in pink
Kiss me here, touch me there, hanky panky (panky)
You can touch (you can touch)
You can play (you can play)
If you say (if you say)
"I'm always yours"
Ooh, I'm a Barbie girl (uh), in a Barbie world (uh)
Life in plastic (plastic), it's fantastic (fantastic)
You can brush my hair (ooh-ooh), undress me everywhere (uh-huh)
Imagination, life is your creation
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ah, ah, ah, yeah)
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ooh oh, ooh oh)
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ah, ah, ah, yeah)
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ooh oh, ooh oh)
Make me walk, make me talk, do whatever you please
I can act like a star, I can beg on my knees
Come jump in, bimbo friend, let us do it again
Hit the town, fool around, let's go party (party)
You-you-you can touch (you can touch)
You can play (you can play)
If you say (if you say)
"I'm always yours"
Ooh, I'm a Barbie girl (uh), in a Barbie world
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
You can brush my hair, undress me everywhere (uh)
Imagination, life is your creation
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ah, ah, ah, yeah)
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ooh oh, ooh oh)
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ah, ah, ah, yeah)
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ooh oh, ooh oh)
The lyrics of "Barbie Girl" by Qveen Herby touch upon themes of femininity, identity, and empowerment. The song starts off with a declaration of being a Barbie girl in a Barbie world, referencing the iconic toy doll and the idealized world it represents. The mention of life being in plastic and fantastic suggests a dreamlike and perfect existence, perhaps alluding to the superficiality and artificiality often associated with the concept of Barbie.
The verses speak to the idea of being a doll that can be manipulated and dressed up, highlighting the role of women in society as objects of desire and fantasy. The repetition of phrases like "you can brush my hair, undress me everywhere" and "imagination, life is your creation" implies a passive submission to external control and imagination, reflecting societal expectations of how women should conform to certain standards of beauty and behavior.
The chorus shifts to embodying the persona of a blonde bimbo girl in a fantasy world, emphasizing the performative nature of femininity and beauty standards. The lyrics suggest playing into the stereotypes of being a dolly to be dressed up and adorned, while also alluding to themes of sensuality and glamour with references to pink, rock'n'roll, and playful intimacy.
The catchy refrain of "Come on, Barbie, let's go party" invites listeners to join in on the frivolity and escapism that the Barbie persona represents. The playful and carefree tone of the song, with its upbeat melodies and carefree attitude, can be seen as a commentary on the societal pressures and expectations placed on women to conform to certain ideals of beauty and behavior, encouraging listeners to embrace their own imagination and creativity in navigating their own identities. Ultimately, "Barbie Girl" can be interpreted as a tongue-in-cheek celebration of femininity and a playful commentary on gender roles and societal constructs.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a Barbie girl (I'm a Barbie girl)
I embody the image and persona of a Barbie doll
In a Barbie world (in a Barbie world)
Living in a world that mirrors the stereotypical perfection associated with Barbie dolls
Life in plastic, it's fantastic
The superficial and materialistic lifestyle is seen as wonderful and ideal
You can brush my hair (you can brush my hair)
You have control over me, similar to playing with a doll
Undress me everywhere (dress me everywhere)
I am willing to be stripped of my superficial layers anywhere
Imagination, life is your creation
One's fantasy and creativity shape the way they view life
Come on, Barbie, let's go party (ah, ah, ah, yeah)
Encouraging Barbie to join in on the fun and frivolity
Make me walk, make me talk, do whatever you please
I am at your disposal to control and manipulate as you wish
I can act like a star, I can beg on my knees
I am willing to play whatever role you desire, even to the point of submission
Let us do it again, hit the town, fool around, let's go party (party)
Embracing a carefree and hedonistic lifestyle filled with parties and socializing
You-you-you can touch (you can touch)
Offering permission for physical interaction and contact
You can play (you can play)
Allowing for playful engagement and manipulation
If you say (if you say) 'I'm always yours'
Expressing readiness to surrender oneself completely to another's command
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mosegaard, Karsten Dahlgaard, Claus Norreen, Soren Rasted, Rene Dif, Lene Nystrom
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Jasmyn Shanae
I'm amazed by how she didn't change much yet still made it her own! I was expecting a speedy rap verse thrown in somewhere but I'm not even disappointed that there wasn't! I understand y she's not but I WISH she was mainstream! Her skills r undeniable and her package is so unique. I know I'm not the only one that would love a Nicki+Qveen Herby collab! I don't know what would be more mind blowing: the lyrics or the VIDEO!
Rachael Rousseau
Hey! Not sure if you know this already but they actually collabbed together a couple years ago! I think you could still find it if you look up nikki minaj x qveen herby but im not sure anymore because of publication rights! Hope that was helpful (:
Jasmyn Shanae
@Rachael Rousseau WHAT!? Ok I'm definitely looking that up! Don't know how I missed it. If it's still up I'm surprised it didn't make her more mainstream!
x21luca05
@Rachael Rousseau Where i can find this collab
Juan Rosario
@Rachael Rousseau IM QUACKINNNGGFGG 🥵🥵
Miss*Camel
It really IS amazing! …but I still would really like a sick verse of her own in there, maybe an extended version?
raredoll 💋
qveen herby is the Barbie doll we all wanted as kids , but never had 🖤
Kita Correntin
She's the customized cool Barbie we used to have, the one you made clothes for and had her hair dyed but done by a pro ❤😅
Joseph Bates
I 2nd this ❤
susana moita
Yes she is!!!!!!❤❤❤❤