Nice
The Carters Lyrics


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I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah

Yeah, fuck your subpoenas and your misdemeanors
Was too busy touring out all your arenas
My passport is tatted, it look like it's active
I play on these planes, y'all catch me in traffic
Y'all drag me in court for that shit, y'all backwards
After all these years of drug trafficking, huh
Time to remind me I'm black again, huh?
All this talking back, I'm too arrogant, huh?
What would you do, you knew you couldn't fail
I have no fear of anything, do everything well
I have no fear of jail, I was born in the trap
I have no fear of death, we all born to do that
It's just life, I'm just nice, tonight I might, raise my price
Great advice, damn you, Hov, Jesus Christ

I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah

And I'm nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice
Up all night, night, night, night, night, night, night
Running from the lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights
Covered in ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice

Patiently waiting for my demise
'Cause my success can't be quantified
If I gave two fucks, two fucks about streaming numbers
Would have put Lemonade up on Spotify
Fuck you, fuck you, you're cool, fuck you, I'm out (ah!)
I ain't never seen a ceiling in my whole life, that's word to Blue
Freestyling live, blueprint from my Jigga who never bribes
I'm so nice, I'm everybody type, goddamn right
I'm so nice, Jesus Christ, I'm better than the hype, I give you life

I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah

And I'm nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice
Up all night, night, night, night, night, night, night
Running from the lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights
Covered in ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice

Last name 'gon be here forever
Now we finna float like feathers
Me and Hova do it like rebels
Most of y'all jits got pebbles
I got the Rock in the Fellar
Ice lightning bolts from the Heavens
Y'all 'gon have to watch us eat

Stocked up like the doomsday preppers
Anybody ever had an era, when things could've been better
Feeling like you was on a stretcher
And all you remember was the Hecklers
But the Universe lifts that weight
Then you shine like a new feather, blessings on blessings, et cetra
Feeling like the best year ever, damn, it's nice

I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I can do anything, yeah
Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah

And I'm nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice
Up all night, night, night, night, night, night, night




Running from the lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights
Covered in ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Nice" by The Carters depict the success of Beyoncé and Jay-Z, with both artists asserting their power and confidence. The song dismisses any legal troubles and critiques they have faced in the past year - subpoenas, misdemeanors, drug trafficking, and court proceedings. They both claim that they can do anything and have no fear of anything, including death or jail since, as Jay-Z puts it, "we are all born to do that." Throughout the song, they assert their invincibility, confidence in their abilities and persevering against overwhelming odds.


Beyoncé asserts her power through her music tours, her passport that has been tatted and hardened by her frequent travels, while emphasizing her black identity - something that she feels the justice system continuously reminds her of as a form of suppression. Jay-Z mocks his detractors, people who have too much time on their hands to scrutinize his every move, asserting that he is always one step ahead of them, thanks to his freestyling skills and blueprint knowledge, which he inherited from his mentor, Jigga. The chorus of the song is repetitive, maintaining the theme of the song - Both artists can do anything and go anywhere they want, with a "hell nah" to anyone trying to stop them.


Overall, the song is a celebration of success and power, as well as a response to critics who try to bring them down, that they choose to ignore. It is a bold proclamation of their achievements and a way of asserting their dominance.


Line by Line Meaning

I can do anything, yeah
I am capable of accomplishing anything I set my mind to, without hesitation or doubt.


Hell nah, hell nah, hell nah, hell nah
I won't accept anything less than success, and won't be held back by anyone or anything.


Fuck your subpoenas and your misdemeanors
I don't have time to waste on legal issues that don't matter to me, because I'm focused on touring and making music.


Was too busy touring out all your arenas
I am successful and in high demand, filling venues around the world with my music and stage presence.


My passport is tatted, it look like it's active
My frequent travel for work is reflected in my tattooed passport, which is well-worn and full of stamps.


I play on these planes, y'all catch me in traffic
I'm constantly on the move, traveling by plane and car to get where I need to be to perform.


Y'all drag me in court for that shit, y'all backwards
Those who would try to bring me down with legal troubles are stuck in the past and don't understand the true nature of my success.


After all these years of drug trafficking, huh
I've experienced struggles and hardships in my past, but those have only made me stronger and more resilient.


Time to remind me I'm black again, huh?
Despite my success, I'm still subject to the negative effects of racism and prejudice in society.


All this talking back, I'm too arrogant, huh?
People may criticize me for my confidence and conviction, but I refuse to let their negativity bring me down.


What would you do, you knew you couldn't fail
If you were in my position, with all my talent and drive, you too would be unstoppable and fearlessly pursue your goals.


I have no fear of anything, do everything well
I'm not afraid to take on new challenges, and I'm confident in my ability to succeed at anything I do.


I have no fear of jail, I was born in the trap
Even though I've faced struggles and challenges growing up, I'm not afraid of the consequences of my actions and the risks I take.


I have no fear of death, we all born to do that
I accept that death is a natural part of life, and I won't let the fear of it hold me back from achieving everything I can while I'm alive.


It's just life, I'm just nice, tonight I might, raise my price
I'm just doing what I do best, living my life and making music that makes an impact. And tonight, I might charge more for my time and talent.


Great advice, damn you, Hov, Jesus Christ
I appreciate the advice and guidance of Jay-Z, who has been a mentor and role model to me in my career.


And I'm nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice, nice
I'm more than just good at what I do, I'm exceptional and unparalleled in my talent and skill.


Up all night, night, night, night, night, night, night
I'm willing to put in the long hours and hard work to achieve my goals and follow my dreams, even if it means sacrificing sleep.


Running from the lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights, lights
My career and success are moving so fast, it's hard to keep up, like running from the flashing lights of paparazzi cameras.


Covered in ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice, ice
I'm adorned with expensive jewels and accessories, like ice covering my body.


Patiently waiting for my demise
There are people who wish I would fail or experience misfortune, but I'm not worried because I know I will overcome any obstacle.


'Cause my success can't be quantified
My achievements and talent are unmatched and cannot be measured or evaluated by traditional standards of success or worth.


If I gave two fucks, two fucks about streaming numbers
I don't care about the popularity or commercial success of my music on streaming platforms or charts.


Would have put Lemonade up on Spotify
If I cared about streaming numbers, I would have released my album Lemonade on Spotify, but instead I chose to keep it exclusive to Tidal.


Fuck you, fuck you, you're cool, fuck you, I'm out (ah!)
I don't waste time on people or things that don't matter to me, and I'm not afraid to walk away from something or someone for the sake of my own success and happiness.


I ain't never seen a ceiling in my whole life, that's word to Blue
I'm constantly pushing myself to new heights and breaking through barriers, as a role model for my daughter Blue Ivy.


Freestyling live, blueprint from my Jigga who never bribes
I learned from the best, and I'm not afraid to improvise and take risks in my music and live performances, following the example of my mentor and collaborator Jay-Z.


I'm so nice, I'm everybody type, goddamn right
I have broad appeal and can connect with all kinds of people, because of my incredible talent and charisma.


I'm so nice, Jesus Christ, I'm better than the hype, I give you life
I'm not just living up to the hype, I'm surpassing it with my talent and success, and my music and life experiences inspire others to pursue their own dreams and goals.


Last name 'gon be here forever
I'm confident that my legacy and impact on music and popular culture will last far beyond my own lifetime.


Now we finna float like feathers
I've reached a level of success and freedom that allows me to soar and achieve even more in my life and career.


Me and Hova do it like rebels
I collaborate with Jay-Z to push boundaries and challenge the status quo in music and culture.


Most of y'all jits got pebbles
Most people are too small-minded and petty to achieve the kind of success and impact that I have.


I got the Rock in the Fellar
I have connections and relationships with powerful and influential people, like Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, who support and empower me.


Ice lightning bolts from the Heavens
My talent and impact are so powerful and awe-inspiring, they seem to come from divine forces.


Y'all 'gon have to watch us eat
I'm not just succeeding, I'm thriving and enjoying every moment of it, and others will be forced to watch and admire.


Stocked up like the doomsday preppers
I'm prepared for anything and everything that comes my way, with resources and support to last a lifetime.


Anybody ever had an era, when things could've been better
Everyone has faced difficult times or periods of struggle, but I've emerged stronger and more successful than ever before.


Feeling like you was on a stretcher
There are times in life when you feel defeated and hopeless, but those experiences only make you stronger and more resilient.


And all you remember was the Hecklers
Even in the face of criticism and negativity, I've remained focused and determined to succeed in my career and life.


But the Universe lifts that weight
The power of the universe and the energy of the world can help lift the weight of the struggles and hardships of life, leading to success and happiness.


Then you shine like a new feather, blessings on blessings, et cetra
Emerging from difficult times and challenges, you can shine and achieve new things, with blessings and good fortune coming your way.


Feeling like the best year ever, damn, it's nice
With all my talent, success, and fulfillment in life, every year feels like the best one yet, delivering a sense of joy and happiness that is unmatched.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Beyonce Knowles, Blue Carter, Pharrell Williams, Shawn Carter

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