Did It On’em by Nicki Minaj Lyrics Meaning – Decoding the Anthem of Triumph

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Lyrics

Shitted on ’em
Man, I just shitted on ’em
Shitted on ’em
Put yo’ number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em
Shitted on ’em
Man, I just shitted on ’em
Shitted on ’em
Put your number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em

All these bitches is my sons
And I’ma go and get some bibs for ’em
A couple formulas, little pretty lids on ’em
If I had a dick, I would pull it out and piss on ’em
Let me shake it off
I just signed a couple deals, I might break you off
And we ain’t making up, I don’t need a mediator
Just let them bums blow steam, radiator

(That was an earthquake, bitch)
Shitted on ’em
(You felt the ground shake, right?)
Man, I just shitted on ’em
(You bitches ain’t fucking with her)
Shitted on ’em (you must’ve, ah)
Put yo’ number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em
(You must’ve lost your fucking mind)
Shitted on ’em
(You must’ve bumped your fucking head)
Man, I just shitted on ’em
(You crazy, stupid, ugly, monkey-looking bitches, ah)
Shitted on ’em
Put your number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em (uh, yo)

This stone is flawless, F1
I keep shooters up top in the F1
A lot of bad bitches beggin’ me to eff one
But I’ma eat them rap bitches when the chef come
Those some fresh one’s
More talent in my motherfuckin’ left thumb
She ain’t a Nicki fan then the bitch deaf, dumb
You ain’t my son you my motherfuckin’ step-son

(I don’t know what layaway look like)
Shitted on ’em
(Bitch, I can’t even spell welfare)
Man, I just shitted on ’em
(You got me mistaken with your mother, ho)
Shitted on ’em
Put yo’ number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em
(You bitches at the bottom of the totem pole)
(We at the top bitch, she flopped)
Shitted on ’em
(Louis Vuitton every day, bitch)
Man, I just shitted on ’em
(Gucci, we don’t fuck with it, it’s too cheap, motherfucker)
Shitted on ’em
Put your number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em (you bitches, ah, man)

All these bitches is my sons
And I ain’t talking ’bout Phoenix
Bitch, I get money so I do’s what I pleases
I live where the motherfuckin’ pools and the trees is
Broke bitches so crusty (disgust me)
Gave the bitch a ride, got the Continental dusty
Trust me, I keep a couple hundred in the duff’ b
Couple wet wipes case a bum try to touch me, ew
I’m the terminator, bitch talk slick I’ma have to terminate her
These little nappy-headed hoes need a perminator
You my seed I spray you with the germinator
Move back bugs, matter fact you know the queen could use a back rub (ah)
If you could turn back time, Cher
You used the be here but now you gone, Nair

(You nappy-headed son of a bitches)
Shitted on ’em
(I’ma start throwing Just For Me perm at your head)
Man, I just shitted on ’em
(I’ma get the kid version)
Shitted on ’em
Put yo’ number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em (’cause y’all a bunch of kids)
(Bunch of lil’ nappy-headed hoes runnin’ around, yeah)
Shitted on ’em
(Just For Me, you know it)
Man, I just shitted on ’em
(Yeah, ho, you know it, Just For Me)
Shitted on ’em
Put your number two’s in the air if you did it on ’em

Nicki Minaj, a formidable force in the music industry, often mixes a concoction of braggadocio with sharp-tongued playfulness to create hits that resonate with audiences worldwide. ‘Did It On’em’—a track from her debut album ‘Pink Friday’—stands as a quintessential example of her ability to turn songs into cultural moments.

Beyond its surface-level bravado, the song carries a deeper subtext about power dynamics, gender roles, and the competition in the music world, particularly the rap genre. Let’s excavate the layers beneath the swaggering beats and dive into the gritty lyricism of this chart-topping track.

The Queen’s Gambit: Nicki’s Chessboard of Hip-Hop Dominance

In ‘Did It On’em’, Nicki positions herself as the reigning queen in the chess game of hip-hop. The repeated phrase ‘shitted on ’em’ is less about literal disparagement and more of a metaphor for outmaneuvering her competitors with skill. It speaks to her tactical dominance in the industry, much like a chess master who has her adversaries in check.

Behind this refrain lies the assertion of success despite heavily skewed odds. Minaj metaphorically ‘shits’ on the societal structures that have traditionally marginalized figures like her—women, particularly women of color, carving out a space in a male-dominated sphere.

Unraveling the Tapestry of Metaphors: What Does Being a ‘Son’ Imply?

Minaj’s audacious claim ‘all these bitches is my sons’ serves as a stark, provocative declaration of her influence on the genre. By referring to her competitors as her ‘sons,’ she implies a generative power, portraying herself as the progenitor of styles and trends within rap that others only follow.

The usage of familial metaphors muddies traditional gender norms by presenting Nicki as a paternal figure, thus subverting expectations. She claims a hierarchical authority typically reserved for male rappers, symbolically upending the rap patriarchy.

A Kaleidoscope of Fashion & Wealth: Symbolism in Material Excess

The song weaves through layers of luxury and material wealth as Nicki drops names of high-end brands and flaunts her financial status. Her disavowal of welfare, references to ‘Louis Vuitton every day,’ and disparaging cheaper brands subtextually highlight her rise from socio-economic hardships to the zenith of commercial success.

By aligning herself with exclusivity, Minaj crafts a narrative of ascension and differentiates herself from her origins and her peers. This elevation isn’t merely about wealth but a calculated move to cement her position in pop culture as a figure synonymous with luxury and abundance.

Unpacking ‘Did It On’em’: The Hidden Meaning Behind the Bravado

Look past the ostensible swagger, and you find a nuanced dialogue on resilience. The hyperbolic and sometimes explicit imagery serves a dual purpose: to shock and to challenge listeners to consider the underpinnings of her success—grit, determination, and defiance against the odds.

The track’s aggressive tone masks a vulnerability, an implicit acknowledgment of the battles fought and won. Minaj isn’t just celebrating her triumph; she’s reinforcing her territory, marking her hard-earned place in a landscape that often resists the narratives of powerful women.

Memorable Lines and Their Lasting Impact in Music Lore

‘If I had a dick, I would pull it out and piss on ’em,’ Minaj spits, encapsulating the song’s spirit of audacity. The line is not only memorable for its shock value but also for its implicit commentary on gender. It defies gender norms and power structures in the most visceral way possible.

This provocative lyric and others have become anthemic, resounding through stadiums and headphones alike, becoming mantras for those who see themselves in Minaj’s brazen defiance. It’s lines like these that ensure ‘Did It On’em’ remains etched in the annals of music history—not only for its beats but for its bold statement.