Nicki Minaj

Lyrics

[Verse 1: Jesy]
I always say what I'm feeling
I was born without a zip on my mouth
Sometimes I don't even mean it
It takes a little while to figure me out

[Pre-Chorus: Leigh-Anne]
I like my coffee with two sugars in it
High heels and my jewellery dripping
Drink and I get all fired up (Hey, hey, hey)
Insecure but I'm working with it
Many things that I could get rid of
Ain't about to give it up

[Chorus: Jade, Perrie, Jess Glynne]
I made a few mistakes, I regret it nightly
I broke a couple hearts that I wear on my sleeve
My mama always said, "Girl, you're trouble" and
And now I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me
And every time we touch, boy, you make me feel weak
I can tell you're shy and I think you're so sweet
Spending every night under covers and
Still I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me
(A woman)

[Post-Chorus: Jade, Jess Glynne]
Woman like me, like a woman like me
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me (A woman)
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me
[Verse 2: Jesy]
And baby, just be mine for the weekend
We can get a takeaway and sit on the couch
Or we could just go out for the evening
Hopefully end up with you kissing my mouth, ayy, ayy

[Pre-Chorus: Leigh-Anne]
You got them blue jeans with a rip up in them
My hair with your fingers in it
Love it when you turn me on
'Yoncé with a little bit of
"Love Drunk" in the middle with it
Get down to our favorite song

[Chorus: Jade, Perrie, Jess Glynne]
I made a few mistakes, I regret it nightly
I broke a couple hearts that I wear on my sleeve
My mama always said, "Girl, you're trouble" and
And now I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me
And every time we touch, boy, you make me feel weak
I can tell you're shy and I think you're so sweet
Spending every night under covers and
Still I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me
(A woman)

[Post-Chorus: Jade, Jess Glynne]
Woman like me, like a woman like me
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me (A woman)
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me
[Verse 3: Nicki Minaj]
Yo, woman like me, yes, a woman like me (Oh)
Soon as I brush up on him I could tell he like me (Oh)
You know all them mandem, a try to swipe me (Kyuh)
Knotted up, he could afford to ice me (Ah)
Tell 'em there's a bad Trini bitch inna your area (Uh)
But the more bad bitches, then the more merrier (Come on)
Baddies to my left and to the right a little scarier (Uh)
Rude boy, tell me, can you handle all this derrière?
Uh, a million, I'm getting my billy on
Greatest of all time 'cause I'm a chameleon
I switch it up for every era, I'm really bomb
These bitches really wanna be Nicki, I'm really mom (Uh)
Apple cut the check, I want all this money
Seven Up, go grip the TEC and leave all this bloody
I-It's the Queen and Little Mix, skated on 'em, sorry
My daddy is Indian (Swish), a-all this curry (Mm)

[Bridge: Jade]
Woman like me, like a woman like me
La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me

[Chorus: Jade, Perrie, Jade & Perrie, (Jesy), (Leigh-Anne)]
I made a few mistakes, I regret it nightly
I broke a couple hearts that I wear on my sleeve
My mama always said, "Girl, you're trouble" and
And now I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me (Like a woman like me, yeah)
And every time we touch, boy, you make me feel weak
I can tell you're shy and I think you're so sweet
Spending every night under covers and
Still I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me? (Fall for a woman, for a woman like me)
[Post-Chorus: Jade, Jesy, Leigh-Anne, Nicki Minaj]
Na-na-na-na-na
(Woman like me, like a woman like me)
Like a woman like me, like me
(La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me)
Oh, for a woman like me
(La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me)
Na-na-na-na-na (Uh)
(La-la-la, woman like me, like a woman like me)
I said a woman like, woman like (Woman like me, yeah)
A woman like me (Young Money, rrr)

Woman Like Me is a single by Little Mix featuring guest vocals from Trinidadian-born American rapper Nicki Minaj. The song was released on October 12, 2018, serving as the lead single from Little Mix’s fifth studio album. Woman Like Me is a Steve Mac-produced track, and it marked the group’s return to music after a hiatus since the end of their worldwide tour in November 2017. The collaboration between the members and Nicki Minaj was announced by the British radio station Capital FM in September 2018. The song broke into the Top 20 of the Official UK Singles Chart and has become a fan favorite since.

About Woman Like Me

Woman Like Me is an empowering anthem that encourages young women to embrace their individuality. The song's lyrics emphasize the importance of finding and loving oneself before finding love in another person. The track begins with empowering lyrics, “I always say what I'm feeling. I always take the hit for the team.” These words affirm the theme of the song and urge young women to stay true to themselves.

The song’s chorus features an infectious melody that is complemented by powerful vocals from all members of Little Mix. The chorus exudes positive energy while reinforcing the importance of self-love. “I made a few mistakes, I regret it nightly. I broke a couple hearts that I wear on my sleeve. My momma always said, ‘Girl, you're trouble,’ and now I wonder, could you fall for a woman like me?"

Nicki Minaj’s guest vocals add another layer of empowerment to the song. Her verse begins with the line, “Young Money.” This line references the record label owned by Lil Wayne that Nicki is signed too. The rapper continues by rapping about the hard work and hustle it took for her to become successful in the male-dominated industry. “But he gotta eat the booty like groceries.” is arguably one of the most memorable lyrics of the song.

Little Mix’s vocals are perfectly harmonized, as well as Nicki’s rapping verse delivered with precision and flow. The song’s production is top-notch, and the lyrics are relatable, contributing to its popularity among Little Mix fans and music lovers around the world.

The music video for Woman Like Me is visually stunning and reinforces the song's theme of empowering women. The video begins with Little Mix dressed as Victorian women, each performing their verses before Nicki Minaj appears in various scenes. Later in the video, Little Mix dances in a brightly colored room, which represents the freedom and liberation of women. The music video has since garnered over 372 million views on YouTube.

Since its release, Woman Like Me has earned critical acclaim and has been performing well on charts. It spent several weeks in the top 20 of the UK Singles Chart, and it reached the Top 5 in Australia and Scotland. Woman Like Me won the award for Best UK & Ireland Act at the MTV Europe Music Awards 2018.

Conclusion

Woman Like Me is an empowering anthem that encourages young women to embrace their individuality. The song’s message is one of self-love and acceptance, which has resonated with fans of Little Mix and Nicki Minaj around the world. With its infectious melody, powerful vocals, and relatable lyrics, Woman Like Me is a standout track on Little Mix's fifth studio album.

• Release Date: October 12, 2018
• Artist: Nicki Minaj