Jason Derulo - Swalla (lyrics) Feat. Nicki Minaj & Ty Dolla $ign Today
Clever puns involving fashion brands and her own "Barbie" persona.
"Swalla" is a high-energy dance-hall and R&B track released in early 2017 as a lead single for Jason Derulo’s fifth studio album. It features the rhythmic delivery of Ty Dolla $ign and a standout, multi-layered verse from Nicki Minaj. 🎵 Track Overview February 24, 2017. Genre: Dancehall-pop / R&B. Production: Ricky Reed. Themes: Party culture, wealth, and sexual confidence. 🎤 Lyrical Breakdown The Hook (Jason Derulo) Clever puns involving fashion brands and her own
The chorus centers on the repetitive, catchy "Shimmy shimmy yay, shimmy yay, shimmy ya" refrain. This is a direct homage to Ol' Dirty Bastard's classic hip-hop track "Brooklyn Zoo," reimagined here as a tropical club anthem. Ty Dolla $ign’s Verse 🎵 Track Overview February 24, 2017
Widely considered the highlight of the track, Nicki uses a complex flow to assert her dominance in the industry. Key elements include: Themes: Party culture, wealth, and sexual confidence