In case you haven’t noticed
Well, everybody’s tired
And healing from somebody
Or something we don’t see just right
Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (no one can tell you nothing)
Come on and walk this way through the fire (don’t care what’s on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation
Just turn on your light and be like
“Yes, and?”
Say that shit with your chest, and
Be your own fuckin’ best friend
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, “what’s next?”
“Yes, and?”
Now I’m so done with sharing
This hypocrisy with you
Baby, you have been rejected
Go back, no more pretending, bye (bye)
Boy, come on, put your lipstick on (no one can tell you nothing)
Come on and walk this way through the fire (don’t care what’s on their mind)
And if you find yourself in a dark situation
Just turn on your light and be like
“Yes, and?” (Yes)
Say that shit with your chest, and (and)
Be your own fuckin’ best friend (be your own)
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, “what’s next?”
“Yes, and?”, yeah
My tongue is sacred, I speak upon what I like (I speak upon what I like)
Protected, sexy, discerning with my time (my time)
Your energy is yours and mine is mine (your energy is yours and mine is mine)
What’s mine is mine
My face is sitting, I don’t need no disguise (mine)
Don’t comment on my body, do not reply (don’t you comment on my life)
Your business is yours and mine is mine
Why do you care so much whose I ride? (Why do you care so much whose I ride?)
Why?
“Yes, and?” (“yes, and?”)
Say that shit with your chest, and (say that shit with your chest)
Be your own fuckin’ best friend (be your own, be your own)
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, “what’s next?” (say that shit, say that shit, ah)
“Yes, and?”
“Yes, and?” (hoo, “yes, and?”)
Say that shit with your chest, and (hoo)
Be your own fuckin’ best friend (be your own best friend)
Say that shit with your chest
Keep moving like, “what’s next?” (like, “what’s next?”)
“Yes, and?”, yeah
Embracing Confidence and Self-Love
In “yes, and? (Mariah Carey Remix),” Ariana Grande delivers a powerful anthem of self-empowerment and unapologetic authenticity. The lyrics encourage listeners to stand tall, embrace their individuality, and move forward despite criticism or adversity. With lines like “Say that shit with your chest” and “Be your own best friend,” Grande inspires a mindset of self-assurance, urging everyone to claim their space without seeking external validation. The track also addresses boundaries and self-protection, emphasizing the importance of owning one’s narrative and energy. Mariah Carey’s influence adds an extra layer of vocal brilliance, making this remix both an empowering and soulful experience.
Song Credits
- Artists: Ariana Grande, Mariah Carey
- Songwriters: Ariana Grande, Max Martin, Ilya Salmanzadeh, Savan Kotecha
- Release Year: 2024
- Label: Republic Records