Up and Down
Doja Cat Lyrics
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Life can take you higher
then you're feelin' low-low
That you gon' go up and down
Kinda like a yo-yo
Life can take you higher
'Til you're feelin' low-low
(Up and down-down, up and down, up and down)
Kinda like a yo-yo
(Up and down-down, up and down, up and down)
One minute I feel shit (shit)
Next minute I'm the shit (the shit, uh)
It get under my skin (yeah)
Kinda just like a tick
Some people make me sick (mhm)
I'ma just bite my fists (my fists)
I'ma just wet my wrist (my wrist, yeah)
Fuck a nigga 'til he limp (goodnight)
This doesn't need a caption (no-no)
I'm a real bitch, you half one (ahh)
Hate all you want, lil' bitch, these bands I got
You won't get a fraction
I'm sorry that you're lost boy (lost)
I'ma go down like Jackson (like Jack', like)
Hooks on hooks on hooks like ay (yeah)
You wanna just call me captain
Life can take you higher
then you're feelin' low-low
That you gon' go up and down
Kinda like a yo-yo
Life can take you higher
'Til you're feelin' low-low
That you gon' go up and down
(Up and down-down, up and down, up and down)
Kinda like a yo-yo
(Up and down-down, up and down, up and down)
Y'all ain't shit but I flush
Why you wanna eat my dust?
Everybody wanna gets my crush
That's somethin' y'all need to discuss
I gave these bitches they flowers, ayy
Now they can suck one thousand eggs
I sip too much Powerade
Now I'm like, "Muhfucker, bow to me"
I'on give a fuck 'bout a fake fan
Sayin' you mad, you proud of me
While y'all asses up in arms
Don't forget to go down on me
Bitch have a seat in a ottoman
Y'all hoes mad you ain't got a man
You missin' out on all the fun (yeah)
Muhfucker, you could die today
Life can take you higher
then you're feelin' low-low
That you gon' go up and down
Kinda like a yo-yo
Life can take you higher
'Til you're feelin' low-low
That you gon' go up and down
(Up and down-down, up and down, up and down)
Kinda like a yo-yo
(Up and down-down, up and down, up and down)
Overall Meaning
In Doja Cat's song Up and Down, the lyrics revolve around the cyclical nature of life, which can take you from feeling high to feeling low, much like a yo-yo going up and down. The song speaks to the resilience needed to survive the constant changes in life, and how we must adapt by going up and down. Doja Cat acknowledges that sometimes she feels shit, and at other times, she feels like she's the shit. Life can get under her skin, much like a tick, and some people make her sick, but she chooses to bite her fists and wet her wrist instead of letting them get to her. She encourages listeners to keep going even when they feel lost or down, and she confidently asserts that she is a "real bitch" who is in charge.
The lyrics to Up and Down are quite empowering and remind us that even when we feel low, we can always rise again. The song is popular for its catchy beat and infectious energy, but it's the lyrics that make it so relatable to listeners. Overall, Doja Cat's Up and Down speaks to the human experience of navigating life's ups and downs, encouraging us all to keep on pushing through.
Line by Line Meaning
Life can take you higher
Life can bring you success and happiness
then you're feelin' low-low
But it can also bring disappointment and sadness
That you gon' go up and down
It's a fluctuating experience
Kinda like a yo-yo
Just like a yo-yo goes up and down, so does life
One minute I feel shit (shit)
I can feel terrible at times
Next minute I'm the shit (the shit, uh)
And at other times, I feel like I'm on top of the world
It get under my skin (yeah)
Sometimes things bother me
Kinda just like a tick
And it can be annoying like a tick
Some people make me sick (mhm)
Certain people can disgust me
I'ma just bite my fists (my fists)
I'll keep my anger to myself and deal with it internally
I'ma just wet my wrist (my wrist, yeah)
I'll distract myself to cope with the situation
Fuck a nigga 'til he limp (goodnight)
I'll use sex as a distraction from my problems
This doesn't need a caption (no-no)
This doesn't require an explanation
I'm a real bitch, you half one (ahh)
I'm confident in who I am and won't let anyone bring me down
Hate all you want, lil' bitch, these bands I got
I have wealth and success, despite those who may criticize me
You won't get a fraction
And you won't get a piece of it
I'm sorry that you're lost boy (lost)
I empathize with your confusion and disorientation
I'ma go down like Jackson (like Jack', like)
I'll be a legend like Michael Jackson
Hooks on hooks on hooks like ay (yeah)
My music is catchy and popular
You wanna just call me captain
You recognize my leadership and talent in the music industry
Y'all ain't shit but I flush
You're worthless to me
Why you wanna eat my dust?
Why do you want to follow me when you'll never catch up?
Everybody wanna gets my crush
Everybody wants to be with me and have what I have
That's somethin' y'all need to discuss
But that's not my problem
I gave these bitches they flowers, ayy
I've given my female peers the recognition they deserve
Now they can suck one thousand eggs
But I don't need their validation in return
I sip too much Powerade
I indulge in my own vices
Now I'm like, "Muhfucker, bow to me"
I feel powerful and in control
I'on give a fuck 'bout a fake fan
I don't care about insincere supporters
Sayin' you mad, you proud of me
You can be angry and jealous, but still acknowledge my success
While y'all asses up in arms
While you're worked up and upset
Don't forget to go down on me
Don't forget to show me respect and reverence
Bitch have a seat in a ottoman
Take a seat and relax
Y'all hoes mad you ain't got a man
You're upset that you don't have a partner
You missin' out on all the fun (yeah)
But I'm living my life to the fullest
Muhfucker, you could die today
Life is unpredictable and fleeting, so live it up while you can
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Amala Zandile Dlamini, Kurtis McKenzie
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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