Press
Cardi B
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(Monsta's gon' tear it up) Bardi Woo, yeah Bitches be pressed (woo) Bitches be pressed (pressed) Woo, yeah, yeah, woo Bitches be pressed (pressed) They knew how I'm coming, real bitch in the flesh (woo) Who the f*ck she gon' check? (Who?) She be talking that shit, talkin' out of her neck (brr) Put blood on her dress (woo) Bitches be mad when they see Cardi step in the spot (whoa) Said that you 'bout it, we know that you not I'ma pull up on bitches as soon as I drop Bought a new foreign, I might cop a yacht (skrrt) Bitches in my business, they tryna plot (woo) Hoes poppin' shit like they hot but they not (no) Just flooded the wrist, the Patek, the watch (whoa) Niggas be flexing, we know what you got Cardi done had got the game in a knot Fuckin' your nigga, I got him on lock This go bang bang like I'm choppin' them chops Vvs chain, I'm in love with the rocks (whoa) You said you gon' take it, bitch, you got me chopped (whoa) They throwin' shade 'cause they see me on top Tell that bitch to pull up, I'ma send you the drop Press, press, press, press, press Cardi don't need more press Kill 'em all, put them hoes to rest Walk in, bulletproof vest Please tell me who she gon' check Murder scene, Cardi made a mess Pop up, guess who, bitch? Pop up, guess who, bitch? Ding dong Must be that whip that I ordered (ordered) And a new crib for my daughter (daughter) You know a bad bitch gon' spoil her Got one in New York, need one in Georgia (yeah) New Bentley truck cost a quarter (quarter) My money still long like weave (woo) Pussy still wet like Florida (woo) Everyone drop on the floor (floor) She was talkin' but not anymore (no) Mac to your face like contour (brrt) This chopper come straight from Dior Done with the talkin', I'm open to violence Ask anybody, they know I'm about it Hashtag whip that ho ass F*ck around, we gon' start a new challenge (woo) I come in this bitch and I'm strapped up and ready (vroom) Ridin' that dick like I'm Cardi Andretti F*ck at your crib, we don't go to no 'telly I sit on his face whenever I'm ready (woo) Bitch I'm a freak like Greek (like Greek) Got the biggest house on my street (my street) All you little hoes look cheap (look cheap) They suckin' on my dick with no teeth Press, press, press, press, press (Cardi) Cardi don't need more press Kill 'em all, put them hoes to rest (woo) Walk in, bulletproof vest (yeah) Please tell me who she gon' check (who?) Murder scene, Cardi made a mess (whoa) Pop up, guess who, bitch? (Yeah) Pop up, guess who, bitch? (Cardi) Press, press, press, press Press, press, press, press Press, press, press, press Pop up, guess who, bitch? (Yeah) Pop up, guess who, bitch? (Cardi)
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Written by: Belcalis Almanzar, Dwane Ii Weir, Kleonard Raphael, Marcus Darnell Slade
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Details"Press" was released on May 31, 2019. This was Cardi B's first single that she released in 2019.
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Chart Performance"Press" peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100. It's Cardi B's 9th top 20 hit in the US.
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Song CompositionThe song contains a piano intro, which sets a grim tone for the track. The beat, produced by Slade Da Monsta and Key Wane, is intense and driving, matching Cardi B’s fierce verses and chorus.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for "Press" was released on June 26, 2019. It was directed by Jora Frantzis, who has been Cardi B's collaborator for multiple music videos.
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Controversial ImageryThe music video includes scenes of nudity, violence and a courtroom setting - Cardi B is seen shooting people, getting arrested, and appearing in court. The video serves as a commentary on the media and public's fascination with her life.
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Lyric CommentaryThe lyrics of "Press" are centered around Cardi B's unhappiness with media attention and the press, hence the title.
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Writing CreditsCardi B is credited as a writer on "Press", which is typical for most of her music. However, nine other people are also credited as songwriters, including the producers and engineers who worked on the track.
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Award NominationsAlthough it didn't win anything, "Press" was nominated for Best Hip-Hop Video at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards.
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Popularity on Streaming Services"Press" has been streamed over 100 million times on Spotify, which shows the scale of its success.
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Social Media AnnouncementCardi B first announced the release of "Press" on her social media pages. This not only built anticipation for the song but also demonstrated her savvy use of social media to foster a connection with her fans.
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Critical Reception"Press" received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised its confident and aggressive nature, tying it to Cardi B's persona, while others criticized it for being too brash and confrontational.
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Dance ChoreographyThe music video for "Press" features a group of female dancers performing high-energy choreography alongside Cardi B, reflecting the artist's love for dance and performance. The choreography was done by Kany Diabate.
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