Monster

Rick Ross

About Monster

"Monster" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Kanye West, released as the third single from his fifth studio album, My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy (2010). The song features rappers Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Nicki Minaj, and singer Justin Vernon of indie folk group Bon Iver. All five credited performers have writing credits on the posse cut, with the production handled by West and Mike Dean. Lyrically, the song expresses often disturbing, horror film-influenced concepts, with some comparing the song's eerie aesthetic to the Michael Jackson track "Thriller". The song contains an atmospheric, drum-heavy composition. Originally released through West's GOOD Friday initiative, a weekly free music giveaway he started to promote My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy, "Monster" was later confirmed to be featured on the album, and was released as a digital download on October 23. It was met with mostly positive reviews from music critics, with general praise going towards Minaj's verse and West's production. However, critics were mixed in their assessing of who had the better verse between West and Jay-Z. The song was listed amongst the best tracks of 2010 by publications, with NME placing it at number 53 on its list of the "150 Best Tracks of the Past 15 Years". 


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2015
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All my niggas some junkies, they keep that bread on 'em dawg
Dola ho is a monkey, she got a head on her, dawg
Caught a flight outta London, I can't see nothin' but stars
It don't f*ck with my conscious I serve my auntie that raw
Fellas sleep at the gamblin' house with that heater right on me
And I got me some stripes like I got some Adidas on me
And I don't believe in hate, all my soda get spiked
I shake the Codeine and Sprite cause that's just the way of life

I'm a monster on these hoes, I'mma monster
I can't be scared of none you niggas, ya'll some snitches
I got some girls that claim they straight but now they kissin'
These bitches switchin', tryna give my dick a hickey
I'm a monster on these hoes, I'mma monster
I can't be scared of none you niggas, ya'll some snitches
I got some girls that claim they straight but now they kissin'
These bitches switchin', tryna give my dick a hickey
And I say f*ck all the rules, I'd rather f*ck your baby momma
And I say bring all your tools cause I'm ready for that drama
And I know I'm a young gunner ain't worried about karma
And I'm just livin' my life and I'mma get me some money

I'm young Freddie Kruger, I promote prostitution
These niggas come up snoozin' cause they ladies out here choosin'
I know your dark hoes back in style
These hoes'll smash up on your niggas and be very proud
Wow

I don't be chasin' these hoes, out there be smashin' these hoes
I'm gone pull up on these hoes
Young nigga jumpin' out the Ghost
Choppin' like Kung Fu
Used to want to f*ck two, now I want to f*ck the crew
Got bad bitches in the rear
Me and young Metro jumpin out the lear
The fresh new gear made a bitch disappear
The fresh pack of mollys make the bitch go to work
Some lean and the kush so I made the pussy squirt
I'm gon' f*ck her throat when she get home from church
Some real good head make a nigga come back
Chasin' that cheese cheese nothin' but a rat
Free band game, nigga pull up on flex
Bitch got knocked up then she got wet
I'm talkin' 'bout murkin' that pussy like blat

I'm a monster on these hoes, I'mma monster
I can't be scared of none you niggas, ya'll some snitches
I got some girls that claim they straight but now they kissin'
These bitches switchin', tryna give my dick a hickey
I'm a monster on these hoes, I'mma monster
I can't be scared of none you niggas, ya'll some snitches
I got some girls that claim they straight but now they kissin'
These bitches switchin', tryna give my dick a hickey
And I say f*ck all the rules, I'd rather f*ck your baby momma
And I say bring all your tools cause I'm ready for that drama
And I know I'm a young gunner ain't worried about karma
And I'm just livin' my life and I'mma get me some money
What's happenin'

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Rick Ross

William Leonard Roberts II (born January 28, 1976), better known by his stage name Rick Ross (often stylized as RICK RO$$), is an American rapper. Ross founded the record label Maybach Music Group, on which he released his studio albums Deeper Than Rap (2009) and Teflon Don (2010). Ross was also the first artist signed to Diddy's management company Ciroc Entertainment. In early 2012, MTV named Ross as the Hottest MC In The Game. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Monster" was originally intended to be part of a different project. Kanye West originally created it for his collaborative EP, "Watch the Throne" with Jay-Z, but then decided to include it on his own album, "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy" instead.
Musical Collaboration
"Monster" features a star-studded lineup of musical talents, including Jay-Z, Rick Ross, Bon Iver's Justin Vernon, and Nicki Minaj. These artists provide a variety of sounds and styles to the track, contributing to its uniqueness.
Critical Acclaim
The song received widespread critical acclaim. It was particularly praised for its production values and the performances by the featured artists, particularly Nicki Minaj who delivered a standout performance.
Nicki Minaj Verse
Nicki Minaj's verse on "Monster" is often cited as the rap verse that established her as a leading figure in the hip-hop industry. It has been acclaimed by critics and fans alike as highly memorable and was instrumental in earning her a reputation as a lyrical powerhouse.
Musical Genre
"Monster" features a mix of hip-hop and rap genres, with elements of electronic music. It was considered eclectic and innovative in its approach to genre blending.
Chart Performance
Despite being a non-single, "Monster" charted independently in several countries and earned a Gold certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Banned Music Video
The music video for "Monster" directed by Jake Nava, was temporarily banned from MTV due to its explicit content featuring graphic scenes and elements of horror. However, it has been analyzed as an exploration of celebrity and fame.
Experimental Track
"Monster" is frequently described as one of the most experimental tracks on West's album. Its blend of different genres and sounds was seen as reflective of his willingness to push boundaries in music.
Cultural Impact
The song has had a lasting cultural impact, with Nicki Minaj's "Pink wig, thick ass, give 'em whiplash" becoming an iconic line in hip-hop history.
Viral Moment
A 6-second clip of the song trended on Vine in 2015, where users applied it humorously to an array of different situations. The memorable line, "Everybody wanna know what my Achilles heel is... LOVE!", was lip-synced by various comedians and internet personalities.

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