Melanin Magic
Remy Ma Lyrics


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Pretty, brown, eyes
You know!

I got that up north glow, body lookin' like cinnamon
I'm runnin' shit right now, I think I pulled a ligament
Fashion killa, Alaïa assassin
Vetements villain, Balenciaga bastard
I got that melanin magic, brown skin poppin'
Always fly, I stay in a cockpit
I want it, I cop it
Opened the door, then locked it
Every time Remy touch the city, stop it

You're my pretty brown eyes
They all on ya and they want you
I know they need you in they life
But you my vibe tonight and I love you
Baby don't try to act like you ain't been textin' me
Saying what you wanna do
Lift pretty brown thighs between your legs tonight
Is what I wanna do

I'ma real rider, rap crown taker
Ass so soft because it's not fake
I can show you how to move in a room full of whole bitches
He met me and now he don't even know bitches
I see you, be on IG "I'm thick"
You sick, damn, you need an IV
Show me your ID 'cause I don't know you chicks
You scared of heights (no?)
Well then jump off my dick

You're my pretty brown eyes
They all on ya and they want you
I know they need you in they life
But you my vibe tonight and I love you
Baby don't try to act like you ain't been textin' me
Saying what you wanna do
Lift pretty brown thighs between your legs tonight
Is what I wanna do

You know I don't care bring that ass right here for me
Take it all off for me baby, lemme see somethin'
I know you the best for me, you a real winner
Baby girl you bad as fuck, I'm a real nigga
You know, you know that i'll always be there for you
Won't let you go, I'll always will take care of you
Because you're mine, pretty brown eyes

You're my pretty brown eyes
They all on ya and they want you
I know they need you in they life
But you my vibe tonight and I love you
Baby don't try to act like you ain't been textin' me
Saying what you wanna do




Lift pretty brown thighs between your legs tonight
Is what I wanna do

Overall Meaning

The first verse of Remy Ma's "Melanin Magic" starts with her acknowledging her unique beauty and confidence. She describes her skin tone as having a distinct, radiant glow, referring to it as "melanin magic". She then boasts about her fashion prowess, citing luxury brand names as evidence of her style. She exudes power and control, asserting that she is in charge and dominating everything she touches. This is emphasized when she cleverly rhymes, "I'm running shit right now, I think I pulled a ligament." Her confidence extends to her sexual appeal, as she acknowledges that she is desired by many, but chooses to give her attention and love to one person, the one with whom she shares "vibes".


The second verse starts with Remy Ma affirming herself again as a "real rider, rap crown taker", before diving into a sexual innuendo. She claims she knows how to operate in a room full of women and further brags about causing one to lose her man to her allure. Then she stumbles upon another confident woman on Instagram and tells her she needs an IV because of her sickness. The verse ends with Remy calling out the haters, particularly those scared of heights, and demanding they jump off her proverbial "dick".


The chorus is an ode to a lover, whom she calls "pretty brown eyes". Despite the attention they both receive from others, she wants them to focus on each other and be honest about their intentions. Throughout the song, Remy Ma displays her unwavering confidence, pride of her African heritage and femininity, and love for both herself and her partner.


Line by Line Meaning

Pretty, brown, eyes
Acknowledging and admiring the beauty of the listener's eyes


You know!
Affirming the listener's knowledge of their own beauty


I got that up north glow, body lookin' like cinnamon
Referring to her natural beauty and confidence that comes from her northern heritage, and the comparison of her skin to the color of cinnamon


I'm runnin' shit right now, I think I pulled a ligament
Boasting about her current position of success and the effort she has put in causing exhaustion, represented in a humorous way as if she pulled a ligament


Fashion killa, Alaïa assassin
Describing her fashion sense as deadly and masterful, referencing designer brands Alaïa and Vetements


Vetements villain, Balenciaga bastard
Further referencing high-end fashion brands Vetements and Balenciaga and portraying herself as a badass in those clothes


I got that melanin magic, brown skin poppin'
Emphasizing the beauty of her brown skin and describing it as magical


Always fly, I stay in a cockpit
Asserting her constant style and class and comparing herself to an airplane pilot


I want it, I cop it
Stating her capability to acquire what she desires


Opened the door, then locked it
Claiming that she has access and control to opportunities and resources and closes it off to others


Every time Remy touch the city, stop it
Boasting her power and influence in the city as someone who stops everything whenever she's around


You're my pretty brown eyes
Repeating and reaffirming her admiration for the listener's eyes


They all on ya and they want you
Acknowledging the attention and interest that the listener receives from others


I know they need you in they life
Recognizing the value and importance of the listener's presence and affection in the lives of others


But you my vibe tonight and I love you
Expressing her romantic feelings towards the listener and declaring them as her chosen companion for the night


Baby don't try to act like you ain't been textin' me
Calling out the listener for trying to act distant or coy when they have been texting her


Saying what you wanna do
Referring to the listener's texts about their desires and intentions for the night


Lift pretty brown thighs between your legs tonight
Expressing her sexual desire towards the listener in a provocative manner


Is what I wanna do
Reiterating her desire and willingness to engage in sexual activity with the listener


I'ma real rider, rap crown taker
Boasting her identity as a talented rapper and claiming the throne in the rap industry


Ass so soft because it's not fake
Acknowledging her natural curves without any surgical enhancements


I can show you how to move in a room full of whole bitches
Confidently claiming her ability to navigate and thrive in a room of other confident and beautiful women


He met me and now he don't even know bitches
Suggesting that men are so captivated by her that they forget about other women they may have pursued before


I see you, be on IG "I'm thick"
Noting the listener's Instagram presence where they may flaunt their curves


You sick, damn, you need an IV
Complimenting the listener's attractiveness and emphasizing how it affects others


Show me your ID 'cause I don't know you chicks
Asserting her position of power and confidence in herself by implying that she is not familiar with other women around her


You scared of heights (no?)
Making a rhetorical question that challenges the listener's bravery and courage


Well then jump off my dick
An insult that dismisses any weakness or fear in the listener and a confident assertion of her sexuality and independence


You know I don't care bring that ass right here for me
Expressing her desire for the listener to come to her and not caring about any objections or hesitations


Take it all off for me baby, lemme see somethin'
Requesting the listener to strip for her and show off their body


I know you the best for me, you a real winner
Declaring the listener as the best choice for her and congratulating them for being a true success and valuable


Baby girl you bad as fuck, I'm a real nigga
Complimenting the listener on their beauty and expressing her own masculinity and power


You know, you know that i'll always be there for you
Repeating her declaration of commitment and support for the listener


Won't let you go, I'll always will take care of you
Promise to hold onto the listener and provide for them


Because you're mine, pretty brown eyes
Repeating her admiration for the listener's eyes and claiming ownership over them, emphasizing her love for the listener




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ATIA BOGGS, CHRIS BROWN, DALLAS AUSTIN, HOMER O'DELL, JEFFREY ALLEN, KEIRSTON LEWIS, LAWRENCE WADDELL, REMY MACKIE SMITH, RICKY KINCHEN, STOKLEY WILLIAMS

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I love my black women. Happy Valentine’s day to y’all 😁

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Same to you King!

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And we love our black kings!!!

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Thank u we luv you too😍😘

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@maybewise

This whole video makes me smile. Perfect for Valentine's Day. Love yourself, first, and most of all.

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@keirrababy646

She’s so beautiful 😍 I’m glad she’s embracing her skin color instead of following these other rappers who lighten their skin

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