The track can be found on Robyn's 2006 EP The Rakamonie EP, and is also featured on the international edition of her self-titled album Robyn. Her cover was number 61 on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Best Songs of 2008.
A "viral video" was created in April 2008 and features people playing strip poker, among them Perez Hilton. An official video was released on October 10, 2008. It involves Robyn and the band dressed in white with a white background, playing with paint whilst performing.
Robyn's version entered the Swedish Singles Chart at number 18 on August 14, 2008 at peaked the following week at number 17.
Cobrastyle
Robyn Lyrics
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Nobody chat come face me with something
Like how I have 22 inna me something
10 is for you so who gon get the next dozen
I press trigga, I don't press people button
Nobody chat come face me with something
Like how I have 22 inna me something
I press trigga, I don't press people button
Nobody chat come face me with something
Like how I have 22 inna me something
10 is for you so who gon get the next dozen
I press trigga, I don't press people button
Nobody chat come face me with something
Like how I have 22 inna me something
10 is for you so who gon get the next dozen
Anytime they ready punnahussy start war
Mess around and see who get it spread on the tar
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
Punnahussy sit around and watch a girl live
Watch a girl roll, now you know I roll big
You sit around and plan how to put girl in fridge
Remember when you dig a hole it's two you gon dig
Certain little boys I just stop deal with
Tell you they your friend and then badmouth again
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
I press trigga, I don't press people button
Nobody chat come face me with something
Like how I have 22 inna me something
10 is for you so who gon get the next dozen
I press trigga, I don't press people button
Nobody chat come face me with something
Like how I have 22 inna me something
10 is for you so who gon get the next dozen
Anytime they ready punnahussy start war
Mess around and see who get it spread on the tar
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
Certain little boys I just stop deal with
Tell you they your friend and then badmouth again
The lyrics in Robyn's song Cobrastyle are tough and aggressive, portraying a bold and unconquerable demeanor. The song is all about strength and power, with Robyn using her words as weapons to intimidate and challenge anyone who might cross her. In the first verse, she warns her foes not to test her by saying she has a gun with 22 bullets - 10 for them and 12 for the next person. She emphasizes her lack of fear and the fact that she always presses the trigger, never the "people button," which could mean she will never show any mercy towards her enemies.
In the chorus, Robyn reinforces her dangerous and explosive personality by saying she's a rude girl who plays with the bomb - this could mean she's unpredictable and volatile, and even dangerous when pushed to the limit. She maintains that she will never be stopped or silenced by anyone who tries to hurt her, as she is the one with the power and the control. The final verse highlights her ability to identify fake friends who talk behind your back, and how she chooses to cut ties with those people who don't deserve her time or trust.
Overall, the lyrics in Cobrastyle show Robyn's fierce and uncompromising nature, with her ultimate goal of proving that she is unbeatable and unstoppable. It's a strong and empowering message about self-confidence, independence, and strength against adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I press trigga, I don't press people button
I take control of the situation, I don't let others dictate my actions
Nobody chat come face me with something
Don't bring any nonsense to me if you can't back it up
Like how I have 22 inna me something
I have both the strength and skill to handle any challenge
10 is for you so who gon get the next dozen
I've already taken care of one opponent, who's next?
Anytime they ready punnahussy start war
Anyone who dares to challenge me will face the consequences
Mess around and see who get it spread on the tar
Don't mess with me or you'll be the one who gets hurt
My style is the bomb didi bom di deng gi deng digi digi
My style is explosive and unstoppable
'Cause rude girl don't play with the bomb di deng gi deng digi digi
I'm not to be underestimated or messed with
Punnahussy sit around and watch a girl live
People who try to bring me down are just spectators to my success
Watch a girl roll, now you know I roll big
I'm successful and I know it
You sit around and plan how to put girl in fridge
My haters are always plotting against me, but they won't succeed
Remember when you dig a hole it's two you gon dig
If you try to bring me down, it will only backfire on you
Certain little boys I just stop deal with
Some people aren't worth my time and energy
Tell you they your friend and then badmouth again
Some people are fake and can't be trusted
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOAKIM FRANS AHLUND, KLAS FRANS AHLUND, PATRIK KNUT ARVE, DAVID E. PARKER, SYLVIA ROBINSON, EWART EVERTON BROWN, TROY RAMI, FABIAN PETTER TORSSON
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@nialldonaghy9695
Mi press trigger mi nuh press people button
Nuh bodda chat come face mi wid somethin
Like how mi have twenty two inna mi somethin
Ten haffi use so mi get di next dozen, fool
Press trigger mi nuh press people button
Nuh bodda chat come face mi wid somethin
Like how mi have twenty two inna mi somethin
Ten haffi use so mi get di next dozen (fool)
Anytime they ready punahussy start war
See who now fi spread it out more pon di tar
My style is di bom digi bom di deng di deng digigi you you?
Carubuano peer with di bom digi bom di deng di deng digigi you you [Repeat: x2]
Punahussy siddung and a watch how man a live
Watch yah man a own a own roll big
Siddung and a plan fi come put man pon fridge
Memba when yuh dig hole a two yuh fi dig
Certain likkle bwoy we a stop deal wid
Claim seh them a friend and dem badmind deh friend
My style is di bom digi bom di deng di deng digigi you you?
Carubuano peer with di bom digi bom di deng di deng digigi you you [Repeat: x2]
Mi press trigger mi nuh press people button
Nuh bodda chat come face mi wid somethin
Like how mi have twenty two inna mi somethin
Claim seh dem a friend and dem badmind deh friend
@paulwolf1403
I was the keyboard player in this video and watching it back today giving massive infectious vibes from Robyn's dancing as it did back then on set! This has aged very well
@davidfranklin9254
Awesome you guys did a great job Robyn is an incredible talent
@nicalls7481
It has aged well. I honestly felt like this was filmed today.
@davidfranklin9254
I bet it was awesome working with her I only found out about Robyn afew months ago she was incredibly beautiful an incredible voice and watching her dance is a pure joy she has moves
@paulwolf1403
@David Franklin yes really puts everything into it. Was a very enjoyable time had by all.
@denissegacitua3443
I'd never heard this song before and when I heard it a few days ago I've tought it was a 2021 song. Love it!
@robertgranat9185
She lives on through the Barbie movie. A true intergenerational talent.
@Chizitaland
boi wtf she's not dead
@robertgranat9185
@@Chizitalandlol. No you’re right. I’m talking about this specific iteration of Robyn, like “Cobrastyle” early-2000’s Robyn. Absolutely killer.
@eamonnquigley2125
@@robertgranat9185 dont follow is her music in the movie if not it should been ..................