Life
Kumari holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in religious studies, with an emphasis on South Asian religions. She is an Indian classical dancer who started dancing at the age of 7. While in fifth grade, Kumari discovered hip hop through the Fugees's album The Score. By the age of 14, she was a noticed freestyle MC known as โIndian Princessโ (IP) or โRaja Kumariโ. During her artist career, she has contributed to several philanthropic activities through her performances including the creation of a hospital in Bangalore and a meditation hall in South India for the Vegesna Foundation, a school for physically disabled children. As a result, Kumari has been recognized as a benefactor by the โFoundation for Indic Philosophy and Culture (Indic Foundation)โ and has been honored with the Kohinoor Award for excellence in the Classical Arts by the Governor of Tamil Nadu.
Career
Kumari co-wrote, featured in or performed background vocals in a number of notable songs including Fall Out Boyโs double-platinum single โCenturiesโ, "Change Your Life" feat. T.I., Vicetone's โDon't You Runโ, Brave Enough by Lindsey Stirling, Set Me Free for Baz Luhrman's original Netflix series The Get Down about the birth of Hip Hop and Iggy Azaleaโs Grammy-nominated album The New Classic. She has also contributed to songs in albums by Gwen Stefani, Fifth Harmony (Reflection), Twin Shadow, and Dirty South. Recently she released her debut solo single โMuteโ featuring Elvis Brown and produced by Jules Wolfson at Epic Records. which premiered on Paper Magazine's website. In May 2016, Kumari was honored at the 2016 BMI Pop Awards for co-writing the song Centuries with Fall Out Boy. In addition, she has a recording contract with Epic Records through L.A. Reid and collaborated with several players in the music industry, including artists Polow Da Don, J.R. Rotem, Timbaland, Rodney Jerkins, Soulshock and Karlin, Tricky Stewart and The-Dream, Justin Tranter and Fernando Garibay. She has also been inspired in her music style by the Indian composer and producer A. R. Rahman.
I Did It
Raja Kumari Lyrics
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i di-, i did it all by myself
i remember what they said, ah
tried to tell me that it can't be done
can't take it from me when it's self-made, ah
so raise a glass for the chosen one
and i been workin' on it all day
i pay my dues so i won't fade out
i-i-i'm runnin; uphill, yo
we are not the same
you might feel the pressure
i did it, i did it
i di-, i did it all by myself
i did it, i did it
i d-, i d-, i don't need no help
now, who did it? you didn't get it
no, nah, they don't disrespect me
you had your minute
now let me get it
now let me get it
yeah
now let me get it
now let me get it
get it
get it
i got that juice, and i won't waste it
i hit the ground and i run, run, run
i'm superhuman but they keep chasin'
everybody gunnin' for the champion
and you could say i took the long way
but at least i still know where i'm from
that mango juice with that bombay
bomaby, eh, yeah
(i did it, i did it)
(i di-, i did it all by myself)
i did it, i did it
i di-, i did it all by myself
i did it, i did it
i d-, i d-, i don't need no help
now, who did it? you didn't get it
no, nah, they don't disrespect me
you had your minute
now let me get it
i did it, i did it
i di-, i did it all by myself
i did it, i did it
i d-, i d-, i don't need no help
now, who did it? you didn't get it
no, nah, they don't disrespect me
you had your minute
now let me get it
now let me get it
now let me get it
now let me get it
get it
now let me get it
now let me get it
now let me get it
get it
get it
In "I Did It," Raja Kumari celebrates her accomplishments and independence, despite naysayers who doubted her ability to succeed without help. The opening lines repeat the phrase "I did it all by myself," emphasizing her self-sufficiency and determination. She remembers those who said it couldn't be done, but she persevered and achieved her goals. The chorus is an anthem for self-made success, where Raja Kumari raises a glass to herself as the chosen one. She also acknowledges the hard work and dedication it took to get to where she is today. The bridge is a message to those who doubted her, acknowledging that she took the longer path but still knows who she is and where she comes from. She ends the song by repeating the phrase "now let me get it," emphasizing her continued drive and motivation to succeed.
Line by Line Meaning
i did it, i did it
I achieved my goal or dream
i di-, i did it all by myself
I worked hard and succeeded without any assistance
i remember what they said, ah
I recall the doubters and naysayers
tried to tell me that it can't be done
They attempted to convince me that it was impossible
can't take it from me when it's self-made, ah
They cannot take away my accomplishment since I earned it through my personal efforts
so raise a glass for the chosen one
Celebrate me, the one who succeeded and overcame the obstacles
and i been workin' on it all day
I have been putting in effort for a long time
you see me risin' up just like the sun
You notice me ascending higher and higher in my achievements
i pay my dues so i won't fade out
I have paid my dues and worked hard to stay relevant and successful
i-i-i'm runnin; uphill, yo
I am making progress even though it is challenging
we are not the same
I am different from others and have my unique journey
you might feel the pressure
Others may feel pressure or intimidation by my success
i d-, i d-, i don't need no help
I am capable of achieving my goals on my own without assistance
now, who did it? you didn't get it
Others failed to achieve what I have accomplished
no, nah, they don't disrespect me
Others cannot disrespect me or diminish my accomplishment
you had your minute
Others may have had their chance, but now it is my turn to shine
now let me get it
Now it is my turn to achieve success
i got that juice, and i won't waste it
I have the energy and motivation to succeed, and I will not waste it
i hit the ground and i run, run, run
I work hard and continuously to achieve my goals
i'm superhuman but they keep chasin'
Although I am incredibly successful, others still attempt to surpass me
everybody gunnin' for the champion
Others want to become the new champion or take my place as the champion
and you could say i took the long way
It may seem as though I took the most challenging path
but at least i still know where i'm from
Despite my success, I have not forgotten my roots or where I came from
that mango juice with that bombay
A reference to Raja Kumari's cultural background and influences
now let me get it
Now it is my turn to achieve success
now let me get it
Now it is my turn to achieve success
get it
I will work hard and do whatever it takes to achieve success
Writer(s): SIDNEY TIPTON, RAJA KUMARI, JAMES MORALES, SIDNIE TIPTON, MATTHEW MORALES, JULIO DAVID RODRIGUEZ
Contributed by Mateo P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ajayprasadgaddam5369
You're a Grammy nominee --- O M G
(I used to think, FALL OUT BOY's "Centuries" song has some Telugu essence, and "YOU ARE THE REASON")
I can't compare you to Nicki/Iggy/Fardi-B
But you're unique and Beautiful
I'm really sorry to find you today,
I became a huge fan in a single day,
Whole day watching your videos,
I'm gonna post about you and recommend to my friends, unbelievable !!!!!
(Little boost to others, She is an Indian and from Telugu states)
@NightIy
(Lyrics):
I did it, I did it, I did
I did it all by myself
I remember what they said
they tried to tell me it can't be done
can't take it from me when it's self made
so here's a glass for the chosen one
and I've been working on it all day
you see me rising up just like the sun
I payed my due so I won't fail
I'm one in a billion
we are not the same
you might feel the pressure
but I am diamond made
* I did it, I did it, I did
I did it all by myself
I did it, I did it
I da, I da I don't need no help
now who did it
you didn't get it, none of it
don't disrespect me, you had your minute, now lemme get it * x2
~*~
now lemme get it
yeah
now lemme get it, get it, get it
I got that jewels and I won't waste it
I hit the ground on that run run run
I superhuman but they keep chasing
everybody gunning for the champion
and you could say I took the long way
but at least I still know where I'm from
that mango juice with that bombay yeah, bombay ey yeah
I'm one in a billion
we are not the same
you might feel the pressure
but I am diamond made
I did it, I did it, I did
I did it all by myself
* I did it, I did it, I did
I did it all by myself
I did it, I did it
I da, I da I don't need no help
now who did it
you didn't get it, none of it
don't disrespect me, you had your minute, now lemme get it * x2
~*~
now lemme get it x2
(yeah)
now lemme get it, get it, get it
now lemme get it x2
now lemme get it, get it, get it
@TheRajaKumari
2 years of I Did It!
@khiraadmathura8723
You have a great sound ! Kinda binging your music now ^^
@BT-jz7zn
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@akshatam4770
I discovered late ..but i m binge watching your songs now ๐๐๐๐๐คฉ๐คฉ๐คฉ๐๐ค
@anushkadubey432
You are so independent Raper
@IndianboyPankaj
I just love the way you are ....your attitude and looks u blend Indian tradition in western very greatly that fact made u very unique and powerful...and u very amazing in that...now days Im only watching your all song I just love to see your videos again again ......you're amazing๐โคโคโคโคโคโคโคโคโคโคโค
@Dani-fs8ds
She deserves so much more attention!!
@petmtech2545
Yep
@riyaakhan2025
Hell yeah ๐
@Nia_meow_
Yes