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Up Lyrics

by Cardi B

Lyricist: Cardi B, Nikolai Holbrook, Mike WiLL Made-It

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Up Lyrics

Up, up, up (Ayy), up (Uh), up, look (This is fire) Once upon a time, man, I heard that I was ugly Came from a bitch who nigga wanna fuck on me I said my face bomb, ass tight Racks stack up Shaq height Jewelry on me, flashlight I been lit since last night Hit him with that good good Make a nigga act right Broke boys don't deserve no pussy (I know that's right) Big bag bussin' out the Bentley Bentayga Man, Balenciaga Bardi back and all these bitches fucked It's big bags bussin' out the Bentley Bentayga, man Birkin bag, Bardi back and all you bitches fucked (Woo) If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck, huh (Ayy) Up, then it's up, if it's up, then it's stuck (Huh) If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck, huh (Woo) I could make the party hot, I could make your body rock Bitches say they fuckin' with me, chances are they probably not If I had a dick, you'd probably lick it like a lollipop Hoes speakin' cap-enese, hit 'em with karate chop I'm forever poppin' shit, pullin' up and droppin' shit Gotta argue with him 'cause a nigga love a toxic bitch Niggas out here playin', gotta make 'em understand If ain't no ring on my finger, you ain't goin' on my 'Gram I said my face bomb, ass tight Racks stack up Shaq height (Yeah) Jewelry on me, flashlight (Huh) I been lit since last night (Woo) Hit him with that good good Make a nigga act right (Ah) Broke boys don't deserve no pussy (I know that's right) Big bag bussin' out the Bentley Bentayga Man, Balenciaga Bardi back and all these bitches fucked (Woo) It's big bags bussin' out the Bentley Bentayga, man Birkin bag, Bardi back and all you bitches fucked If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck, huh (Ayy) Up, then it's up, if it's up, then it's stuck If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck, huh (Ayy) Bitches ain't fuckin' with me now and I can see why Dirty-ass, dusty-ass bitch, you got pink eye Bitches want smoke until I bring it to they doorstep Tell that bitch back back, breath smell like horse sex (Ha) Put it on him now, he will never be the same (He won't) Tatted on my ass 'cause I really like the pain (Ah) He nutted on my butt, I said, "I'm glad that you came" If that nigga had a twin, I would let 'em run a train (Skrrt) Big bag bussin' out the Bentley Bentayga Man, Balenciaga Bardi back and all these bitches fucked (Woo) It's big bags bussin' out the Bentley Bentayga, man Birkin bag, Bardi back and all you bitches fucked (Ooh) If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck, huh (Woo) Up, then it's up, if it's up, then it's stuck (Woo) If it's up, then it's up, then it's up, then it's stuck, huh Look, gotta play it safe, huh No face, no case

Meaning of Up

“Up” by Cardi B is a gloriously unapologetic anthem of self-assured wealth and dominance, built on layers of boastful declarations and playful aggression. The core theme revolves around establishing absolute control – both literally and figuratively – within her world of extravagant success. Initially framed as a defiant response to past insecurities ("Once upon a time, man, I heard that I was ugly"), the song swiftly pivots into an elaborate display of material possessions: “racks stack up Shaq height,” blinding jewelry, and a fleet of luxury vehicles like a Bentley Bentayga. Cardi’s delivery is key; her rapid-fire flow, punctuated by emphatic ad-libs (“Ayy,” “Woo”), creates a sense of exhilarating excess and unshakeable confidence. The lyrics aren't simply about flaunting wealth; they actively reject societal expectations regarding female desirability – the dismissive comments about a hypothetical penis, the brutal assertion that "broke boys don’t deserve no pussy," and the repeated insistence on her power. Furthermore, the recurring phrase “If it’s up, then it’s up” functions as a mantra of unwavering conviction, solidifying Cardi's position at the apex. The song cleverly incorporates elements of internet slang ("cap-enese") and aggressive imagery (“karate chop”) to reinforce this feeling of untouchability. Ultimately, "Up" is more than just a celebration of success; it’s a carefully constructed persona – Bardi – projecting an image of unyielding power, rejecting limitations, and declaring her absolute right to take up space in a world often dominated by male narratives. It's a potent reminder that Cardi B isn't just rapping about money; she’s asserting her dominion over it.

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