Hey Mama

Nicki Minaj, David Guetta

About Hey Mama

"Hey Mama" is a song recorded by French DJ and record producer David Guetta featuring vocals by Trinidadian-American rapper Nicki Minaj and American singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha, and co-produced by Dutch DJ and producer Afrojack. The song was released on 16 March 2015, as the fourth single from Guetta's sixth studio album, Listen (2014). It was produced by Guetta, Afrojack, and Giorgio Tuinfort, who also wrote the song with Rexha, Minaj, Ester Dean, and Sean Douglas. American ethnomusicologist Alan Lomax is also credited as a writer, as the track samples his song "Rosie". The song peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and peaked within the top 10 in numerous countries including Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Lebanon, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.  


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Be my woman, girl, I'mma
Be your man
Be my woman, girl, I'll
Be your man

Yes I be your woman
Yes I be your baby
Yes I be whatever that you tell me when you ready
Yes I be your girl, forever your lady
You ain't never gotta worry, I'm down for you baby

Best believe that when you need that
I'll provide that you will always have it
I'll be on deck keep it in check
When you need that I'mma let you have it

You beatin' drum like dum di di dey
I love the dirty rhythm you play
I wanna hear you calling my name
Like hey mama mama hey mama mama (Hey)
Banging the drum like dum di di dey
I know you want it in the worst way
I wanna hear you calling my name
Like hey mama mama hey mama mama (Hey)

Be my woman, girl, I'mma
Be your man
Be my woman, girl, I'll
Be your man

Yes I do the cooking
Yes I do the cleaning
Yes I keep the nana real sweet for your eating
Yes you be the boss yes I be respecting
Whatever that you tell me 'cause it's game you be spitting

Best believe that when you need that
I'll provide that you will always have it
I'll be on deck keep it in check
When you need that I'mma let you have it

You beatin' my drum like dum di di dey
I love the dirty rhythm you play
I wanna hear you calling my name
Like hey mama mama hey mama mama (Hey)
Banging the drum like dum di di dey
I know you want it in the worst way
I wanna hear you calling my name
Like hey mama mama hey mama mama (Hey)

Be my woman, girl, I'mma
Be your man
Be my woman, girl, I'll
Be your man

Whole crew got the juice
Your dick game the truth
My screams is the proof
Them other dudes get the deuce
I might speed in the coupe
Leaving this interview
It ain't nothin' new, I been fuckin' with you
None of them bitches ain't taking you,
Just tell them to make a U (Make a U)
Huh, that how it be, I come first like debuts, huh
So baby when you need that, give me that word
I'm no good, I'll be bad for my baby

So I make sure that he's getting his share
So I make sure that his baby take care
So I make sure mama, toes on my knees
Keep him, please, rub him down, be a lady and a freak

You beatin' my drum like dum di di dey
I love the dirty rhythm you play
I wanna hear you calling my name
Like hey mama mama hey mama mama (Hey)
Banging the drum like dum di di dey
I know you want it in the worst way
I wanna hear you calling my name
Like hey mama mama mama hey mama mama (Hey)

Be my woman, girl, I'mma
Be your man
Be my woman, girl, I'll
Be your man

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David Guetta

David Guetta (French pronunciation: ​[daˌvid ɡɛˈta]; born 7 November 1967), is a French house music producer and disc jockey (DJ). Originally a DJ at nightclubs during the 1980s and 1990s, he co-founded Gum Productions and released his first album, Just a Little More Love, in 2002. Later, he released Guetta Blaster (2004) and Pop Life (2007). His 2009 album One Love included the hit singles "When Love Takes Over" (featuring Kelly Rowland), "Gettin' Over You" (featuring Chris Willis, Fergie & LMFAO) and "Sexy Chick" (featuring Akon), the last becoming a top five hit in the United States and all three reaching #1 in the United Kingdom, as well as another internationally known single called "Memories" featuring Kid Cudi which became a top five hit in many co… more »

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Written by: David Guetta, Giorgio Tuinfort, Ester Dean, Sean Douglas, Bebe Rexha, Nick Van De Wall, John Lomax, Alan Lomax, Onika Tanya Maraj

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Hey Mama" is a song by French DJ and record producer David Guetta, who is internationally popular for his house music productions. He has won several awards including a Grammy.
Collaborations
The song features vocals from Trinidadian-American rapper Nicki Minaj and American singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha. It also includes elements from a song by Afrojack, contributing towards the composition of "Hey Mama".
Release Date
"Hey Mama" was released on the 16th of March 2015 as the fourth single from Guetta's sixth studio album, Listen.
Genre and Style
The song brims with electro and progressive house sounds, infused with trap and reggae influences, which makes it dynamic and diverse in genres.
Song Theme
The song is about a female proclaiming her loyalty and support to her love interest, repeating the statement "yes I'll be your woman" throughout the song.
Chart Performance
"Hey Mama" was a commercial success and reached number one on the UK Dance Chart and number one on the Billboard Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart in the US. It also peaked at number eight on the Billboard Hot 100, making it Guetta's third top 10 hit of his album Listen.
Music Video
The music video, released on 19th May 2015, incorporates post-apocalyptic visuals and showcases Guetta leading a party in a desert setting. It features cameo appearances by Minaj and Rexha.
Recognition
The song received Platinum and multi-Platinum certifications in many countries, including triple Platinum in the United States from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Billboard Music Awards
"Hey Mama" was nominated for Top Dance/Electronic Song at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards.
Controversy
The song was met with criticism for its lyrics, speculated to propagate misogyny and sexism, which was notably highlighted in a Vice article by staff writer Kat George. However, both Guetta and Minaj refuted the claims.
Live Performances
David Guetta, Nicki Minaj, and Bebe Rexha performed the song live at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards, and it became one of the most iconic performances of the night.
Soundtrack Inclusion
The song was used in Hollywood films like "Pitch Perfect 2" and the trailer of "The Angry Birds Movie".

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