"Are You Gone Already" is a song by Nicki Minaj, featuring Billie Eilish, from the album Pink Friday 2. The track, which was released on December 8, 2023, is performed in English. The song is written by Nicki Minaj and… Read More
Are You Gone Already Lyrics
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[Intro: Nicki Minaj]
What you doin', Papa? Hi
No, uh-uh, say hi
[Chorus: Billie Eilish]
Don't you know I'm no good for you?
I've learned to lose you, can't afford to
Tore my shirt to stop you bleedin'
But nothin' ever stops you leavin'
Quiet when I'm comin' home and I'm on my own
[Verse 1: Nicki Minaj & Billie Eilish]
You never got to meet Papa (I could lie, say I like it like that)
He sweet proper, he keep Mama on my toes (Like it like that)
I needed help, you booked a flight (I could lie, and say I like it like that)
In three days, you'd meet Papa (Like it like that, mm)
The waiting, the gazing
The painting, the raging
The ravin', the pacing
The praying, the shaking
I must admit, I was breaking
I must admit, I was taking
I must admit, my heart was racing
Telephone ring, he didn't make it
I just believed you'd awaken
A memory in the makin'
Call me
Won't you call me? (Call)
Will you?
[Chorus: Billie Eilish & Nicki Minaj]
Don't you know too much already? (Are you gone already?)
I'll only hurt you if you let me
Call me friend, but keep me closer (Call me back)
And I'll call you when the party's over
Quiet when I'm coming home and I'm on my own
[Verse 2: Nicki Minaj & Billie Eilish]
So dear Onika, yes, where Onika? (I could lie, say I like it like that)
Don't stress, Onika, so blessed, Onika (Like it like that)
Today, it's 12/3/23 (I could lie, say I like it like that)
Your baby's three, he's the best, Onika (Like it like that)
Set me, set me, set me free
Why didn't you come back to get me?
Let me, let me, let me be
Why would anyone want to love me?
Rich, yes, but are you happy? (Rich, yes, but are you happy?)
All this guilt you carry is heavy (All of this guilt is heavy)
You've already made your peace with me
One day, you'll have to forgive Mommy
But she knows you know too much already (Don't you know too much already?)
[Chorus: Billie Eilish]
I'll only hurt you if you let me
Call me friend, but keep me closer (Call me back)
And I'll call you when the party's over
Quiet when I'm coming home and I'm on my own
And I could lie, say I like it like that, like it like that
I could lie, say I like it like that, like it like that
[Bridge: Billie Eilish]
Nothin' is better sometimes
Once we've both said our goodbyes
Let's just let it go
Let me let you go
[Chorus: Billie Eilish]
Quiet when I'm comin' home and I'm on my own
I could lie, say I like it like that, like it like that
I could lie, say I like it like that, like it like that
[Intro: Nicki Minaj]
In the intro, Nicki Minaj establishes a personal tone, addressing "Papa" in a way that sets up the theme of loss and personal connection. This initial interaction suggests a sense of familiarity and the beginning of a deeper narrative.
[Chorus: Billie Eilish]
The chorus highlights the theme of emotional detachment and self-preservation. Billie Eilish expresses the realization that her presence may be harmful, reflecting a complex emotional state where the speaker acknowledges the inevitability of pain and the necessity of letting go.
[Verse 1: Nicki Minaj & Billie Eilish]
This verse delves into the personal pain of Nicki Minaj, reflecting on unmet expectations and the impact of a significant loss. The detailed imagery of waiting and the subsequent disappointment when "he didn't make it" conveys a powerful sense of unfulfilled hopes and the emotional struggle of accepting this reality.
[Chorus: Billie Eilish & Nicki Minaj]
The repeated chorus reinforces the idea of emotional distance and the conflict between wanting to stay close while recognizing that doing so may lead to further hurt. It underscores the ongoing struggle to balance personal desires with the need to protect oneself and others from additional pain.
[Verse 2: Nicki Minaj & Billie Eilish]
In this verse, Nicki Minaj addresses herself in a reflective manner, questioning her happiness and dealing with guilt. The lyrics convey a deep sense of self-examination and the burden of unresolved emotions. The verse suggests a plea for understanding and forgiveness, both from herself and others, while also acknowledging the heavy weight of guilt and regret.
[Chorus: Billie Eilish]
The final chorus reiterates the themes of emotional conflict and the struggle to reconcile personal pain with the need for separation. The repetition of the lines about lying and self-preservation emphasizes the ongoing difficulty in managing emotions and relationships amidst personal turmoil.
[Bridge: Billie Eilish]
The bridge offers a moment of resolution and acceptance. Billie Eilish sings about the necessity of moving on after saying goodbyes, reflecting the theme of letting go as a means of emotional release and closure. It suggests that sometimes, the best course of action is to allow for separation and healing.
[Chorus: Billie Eilish]
The final repetition of the chorus consolidates the song's exploration of emotional distance and the need to let go. The repeated lines about lying and self-preservation emphasize the ongoing struggle with these themes and the complex emotions surrounding departure and loss.
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About Song
"Are You Gone Already" is a song by Nicki Minaj, featuring Billie Eilish, from the album Pink Friday 2. The track, which was released on December 8, 2023, is performed in English. The song is written by Nicki Minaj and FINNEAS, and produced by FINNEAS. It is released under Nicki Minaj's YouTube channel label.
The song explores themes of loss, regret, and emotional vulnerability. The lyrics express a deep sense of sorrow and longing following a significant loss, with both artists reflecting on the emotional toll of their experiences. The chorus, performed by Billie Eilish, conveys a sense of self-awareness and resignation about the potential for causing pain. The verses, shared between Nicki Minaj and Billie Eilish, detail the struggles of coping with personal and familial issues, illustrating a poignant narrative of grief and introspection.
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The "Are You Gone Already" song is sung by Nicki Minaj.
The "Are You Gone Already" song by Nicki Minaj lyrics was written by Nicki Minaj & FINNEAS.
The "Are You Gone Already" song by Nicki Minaj was produced by FINNEAS.
Nicki Minaj released "Are You Gone Already" song on Dec 8, 2023.