Bed of Lies

Nicki Minaj, Skylar Grey

About Bed of Lies

"Bed of Lies" is a song by American rapper and singer Nicki Minaj, taken from her third studio album, The Pinkprint (2014). The song was first premiered at the 2014 MTV EMAs in Glasgow, Scotland and was later released on November 16, 2014 by Young Money Entertainment, Cash Money Records and Republic Records as the fourth single from the album. The track features American singer-songwriter Skylar Grey on the chorus plus additional vocals on the verses as well as piano playing and was written by the latter along with Minaj. "Bed of Lies" features a restrained keyboard and lyrics that touch upon themes of "heartfelt litany of grievances" about an ex-lover. The song peaked at number 62 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and became Minaj's 56th Hot 100 entry, tying her with Madonna and Dionne Warwick for the third-most entries among women. It peaked at number seven in Australia and number 13 in New Zealand. "Bed of Lies" was certified platinum by the Australian Recording Industry Association and gold by Recorded Music NZ. 


Year:
2014
4:29
3,966 
#50

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Do you ever think of me when you lie?
Lie down in your bed, your bed of lies?
And I knew better than to look in your eyes?
They only pretend you will be mine?
And you know how you made me believe?
You had me caught in every web that you weave?
But do you ever think of me when you lie?
Lie down in your bed, your bed of lies?

You could never make eye contact?
Everything you got was based off of my contacts?
You a fraud, but I'mma remain icon-stat?
Balenciaga's on my boots with the python strap?
You was caught up in the rush, and you was caught up in the thrill of it?
You was with me way before I hit a quarter mil' in it?
Put you in the crib and you never pay a bill in it?
I was killin' it, man you got me poppin' pills in it?
I told Baby hit you, I said this dude buggin'?
Cause I was doing it for us, I told em f*ck the public?
Couldn't believe that I was home alone contemplating?
Overdosin', all the postin', no more toastin' over oceans?
They say you don't know what you got 'til it's gone?
They say that your darkest hour comes before your dawn?
But there was something I should've asked all along?
I'mma ask on the song?

Do you ever think of me when you lie?
Lie down in your bed, your bed of lies?
And I knew better than to look in your eyes?
They only pretend you will be mine?
And you know how you made me believe?
You had me caught in every web that you weave?
But do you ever think of me when you lie?
Lie down in your bed, your bed of lies?

I just figured if you saw me, if you looked in my eyes
You'd remember our connection and be freed from the lies
I just figured I was something that you couldn't replace
But there was just a blank stare and I couldn't relate
I just couldn't understand and I couldn't defend
What we had, what we shared, and I couldn't pretend
When the tears roll down it's like you ain't even notice em
If you had a heart, I was hoping you would've showed it some
What the f*ck you really telling me, what you telling me
I could tell you lying, get the f*ck out, don't yell at me
I ain't mean to cut you, I ain't wanna catch a felony
This ain't how to be a player, you ain't Bill Bellamy
They say you don't know what you got 'til it's gone
They say that your darkest hour come before your dawn
But there was something that I should've asked all along
I'mma ask on the song

So does she know I've been in that bed before
A thousand count, and not a single threaded truth
If I was just another girl
Then I'm ashamed to say that I'm not over you
There's one thing I need to know
So call me, when you're not so busy just thinking of yourself

Do you ever think of me when you lie?
Lie down in your bed, your bed of lies?
And I knew better than to look in your eyes?
They only pretend you will be mine?
And you know how you made me believe?
You had me caught in every web that you weave?
But do you ever think of me when you lie?
Lie down in your bed, your bed of lies

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Nicki Minaj

Onika Tanya Maraj (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/mɪˈnɑːʒ/), is a Trinidadian-born American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and model. Born in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago and raised in Queens, New York City, she gained public recognition after releasing the mixtapes Playtime Is Over (2007), Sucka Free (2008), and Beam Me Up Scotty (2009). more »

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Written by: Alexander Junior Grant, Breyan Stanley Isaac, Daniel A. Johnson, Holly B. Hafermann, Jeremy Michael Coleman, Justin Harleigh Davey, Onika Tanya Maraj, Vinay V. Vyas

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Bed of Lies" is a hip hop-power ballad track. It's a blend of hip hop and rhythm and blues (R&B) genres.
Album Association
The song is from Nicki Minaj's third studio album, "The Pinkprint," which was released in 2014.
Collaboration
The song features vocals from Skylar Grey, a singer-songwriter. Skylar Grey also co-wrote the song with Minaj.
Song Meaning
The lyrics of "Bed of Lies" address a dishonest lover, reportedly inspired by Minaj's own personal experience.
Live Performance
Nicki Minaj first performed this song live at the 2014 MTV European Music Awards.
Single Release Date
The track was released as a single on November 16, 2014.
Chart Performance
"Bed of Lies" peaked at number 62 on the Billboard Hot 100 and it was more successful in Australia, where it reached number 27.
Music Video
The music video was released on December 12, 2014, and it reflects the personal, emotional tone of the song.
Public Reception
The song received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised its emotionally raw lyrics and delivery, while others felt it did not fit well with Minaj's usual style.
Production Details
The song was produced by Alex da Kid and Kane Beatz.
Song Duration
The song has a duration of 4:30 minutes.
Certification
"Bed of Lies" was certified Gold by the Australian Recording Industry Association, indicating sales of 35,000 copies.

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