Meaning and Lyrics of Side To Side by Ariana Grande

Song Lyrics meaning of Side To Side by Ariana Grande

About Ariana Grande

Ariana Grande is a highly successful American singer, songwriter, and actress. She was born on June 26, 1993 in Boca Raton, Florida. Grande began her career in the Broadway musical “13” before rising to fame as a Nickelodeon star on the show “Victorious.” She released her debut album, “Yours Truly,” in 2013, which featured her hit single “The Way.” Since then, Ariana Grande has become one of the most prominent pop stars in the world, known for her powerful vocal range and distinctive vocal style. Her music often explores themes of love, empowerment, and self-expression. She has released multiple successful albums, including “Dangerous Woman” and “Sweetener.” One of Ariana Grande’s popular songs is Side To Side, featuring Nicki Minaj, which was released in 2016. The song, known for its catchy melody and energetic beat, became a commercial success and has been certified multi-platinum in several countries.

Meaning of Side To Side by Ariana Grande

“Side To Side” by Ariana Grande featuring Nicki Minaj is a song that explores themes of love, desire, and defiance against societal expectations.

The song begins with the artists, Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, proclaiming their presence and dedication, indicating that they have been “here all night” and “here all day.” Ariana talks about being drawn to someone’s presence and wanting to enjoy the moment without overthinking anything, despite the person’s bad reputation. The catchy chorus emphasizes the feeling of being completely hooked on someone, to the point where they feel like they are “walkin’ side to side.”

In the second verse, Ariana reflects on the idea of keeping a relationship private and not caring about others’ opinions, as long as they both know they have each other. She acknowledges the potential consequences but is willing to take risks for the person she desires.

Nicki Minaj’s verse adds a new dimension to the song with her bold and confident rap style. She brings a sense of empowerment, asserting her dominance and proclaiming herself as the queen of rap. Her lyrics exude a sense of self-assurance and assertiveness, reinforcing the theme of not caring about the opinions of others.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring mention of “friends” who talk too much and suggest giving up on the relationship. However, the protagonists choose to ignore this advice, emphasizing their defiance and confidence in their connection.

The chorus is repeated, emphasizing the strong attraction and bond between the individuals. The repetition serves to reinforce the idea of being captivated and consumed by the intensity of the relationship, to the point where it feels like they are walking side by side, completely intertwined.

The song ends with both Ariana and Nicki reaffirming the themes of independence and self-assurance. The lyrics describe a sense of freedom and empowerment, rejecting societal norms and embracing the passion and desire that the relationship brings.

Overall, “Side To Side” can be interpreted as a celebration of love, desire, and self-confidence, portraying a strong and unapologetic attitude towards following one’s heart and desires regardless of outside judgments.

Lyrics of Side To Side by Ariana Grande

Intro: Ariana Grande & Nicki Minaj
I've been here all night (Ariana)
I've been here all day (Nicki Minaj)
And, boy, got me walkin' side to side (Let them hoes know)

Verse 1: Ariana Grande
I'm talkin' to ya
See you standing over there with your body
Feeling like I wanna rock with your body
And we don't gotta think 'bout nothin' ('Bout nothin')
I'm comin' at ya
'Cause I know you got a bad reputation
Doesn't matter, 'cause you give me temptation
And we don't gotta think 'bout nothin' ('Bout nothin')

Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande
These friends keep talkin' way too much
Say I should give you up
Can't hear them, no, 'cause I—

Chorus: Ariana Grande
I've been here all night
I've been here all day
And, boy, got me walkin' side to side
I've been here all night
I've been here all day
And, boy, got me walkin' side to side (Side to side)

Verse 2: Ariana Grande
Been tryna hide it
Baby, what's it gonna hurt if they don't know?
Makin' everybody think that we solo
Just as long as you know you got me (You got me)
And, boy, I got ya
'Cause tonight I'm making deals with the devil
And I know it's gonna get me in trouble
Just as long as you know you got me

Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande
These friends keep talkin' way too much
Say I should give you up
Can't hear them, no, 'cause I—

Chorus: Ariana Grande
I've been here all night
I've been here all day
And, boy, got me walkin' side to side (Side to side)
I've been here all night (Been here all night, baby)
I've been here all day (Been here all day, baby, yeah)
And, boy, got me walkin' side to side (Side to side, boy)

Verse 3: Nicki Minaj
Uh, yo
This the new style with the fresh type of flow
Wrist icicle, ride dick bicycle
Come through, yo, get you this type of blow
If you wanna ménage, I got a tricycle
All these bitches' flows is my mini-me
Body smoking, so they call me Young Nicki Chimney
Rappers in they feelings 'cause they feelin' me (Murder)
Uh, I-I give zero f***s and I got zero chill in me
Kissing me, copped the blue box that say Tiffany
Curry with the shot, just tell 'em to call me Stephanie
Gun pop, then I make my gum pop
I'm the queen of rap, young Ariana run pop, uh

Pre-Chorus: Ariana Grande
These friends keep talkin' way too much (Way too much)
Say I should give him up (Give him up)
Can't hear them, no, 'cause I—

Chorus: Ariana Grande
I've been here all night (Been here all night, baby)
I've been here all day (Been here all night, baby, yeah)
And, boy (Boy), got me walkin' side to side (Side to side)
I've been here all night (Been here all night, babe)
I've been here all day (Been here all day, baby, yeah; Ooh, baby)
And, boy (No), got me walkin' side to side (Side to side)
(Yeah, yeah-yeah-yeah)

Outro: Nicki Minaj & Ariana Grande
Uh, yo
This the new style with the fresh type of flow (Been here all night, baby)
Wrist icicle, ride dick bicycle (Been here all day, baby; Ayy)
Come through, yo, get you this type of blow (No)
If you want a ménage, I got a tricycle (Side to side, yeah)

Discography Ariana Grande

eternal sunshine (slightly deluxe)

Release: 2024-03-11
Label: Republic Records
Popularity: 👏👏👏👏
1. intro (end of the world)
2. bye
3. don’t wanna break up again
4. Saturn Returns Interlude
5. eternal sunshine
6. supernatural
7. true story
8. the boy is mine
9. yes, and?
10. we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
11. i wish i hated you
12. imperfect for you
13. ordinary things (feat. Nonna)
14. supernatural (with Troye Sivan)
15. imperfect for you – acoustic
16. true story – a cappella
17. yes, and? (with Mariah Carey) – Remix
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eternal sunshine

Release: 2024-03-08
Label: Republic Records
Popularity: 👏👏👏👏👏
1. intro (end of the world)
2. bye
3. don’t wanna break up again
4. Saturn Returns Interlude
5. eternal sunshine
6. supernatural
7. true story
8. the boy is mine
9. yes, and?
10. we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
11. i wish i hated you
12. imperfect for you
13. ordinary things (feat. Nonna)
Tracklist Collapse

Yours Truly (Tenth Anniversary Edition)

Release: 2023-08-25
Label: Republic Records
Popularity: 👏👏👏👏👏
1. Honeymoon Avenue
2. Baby I
3. Right There (feat. Big Sean)
4. Tattooed Heart
5. Lovin’ It
6. Piano
7. Daydreamin’
8. The Way (feat. Mac Miller)
9. You’ll Never Know
10. Almost Is Never Enough (with Nathan Sykes)
11. Popular Song (MIKA & Ariana Grande)
12. Better Left Unsaid
13. The Way – Spanglish Version (feat. Mac Miller)
14. Honeymoon Avenue – Live from London
15. Daydreamin’ – Live from London
16. Baby I – Live from London
17. Tattooed Heart – Live from London
18. Right There – Live from London (feat. Big Sean)
19. The Way – Live from London (feat. Mac Miller)
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eternal sunshine (slightly deluxe)

Release: 2024-03-11
Label: Republic Records
Popularity: 👏👏👏👏
1. intro (end of the world)
2. bye
3. don’t wanna break up again
4. Saturn Returns Interlude
5. eternal sunshine
6. supernatural
7. true story
8. the boy is mine
9. yes, and?
10. we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
11. i wish i hated you
12. imperfect for you
13. ordinary things (feat. Nonna)
14. supernatural (with Troye Sivan)
15. imperfect for you – acoustic
16. true story – a cappella
17. yes, and? (with Mariah Carey) – Remix
Tracklist Collapse

eternal sunshine

Release: 2024-03-08
Label: Republic Records
Popularity: 👏👏👏👏👏
1. intro (end of the world)
2. bye
3. don’t wanna break up again
4. Saturn Returns Interlude
5. eternal sunshine
6. supernatural
7. true story
8. the boy is mine
9. yes, and?
10. we can’t be friends (wait for your love)
11. i wish i hated you
12. imperfect for you
13. ordinary things (feat. Nonna)
Tracklist Collapse

Yours Truly (Tenth Anniversary Edition)

Release: 2023-08-25
Label: Republic Records
Popularity: 👏👏👏
1. Honeymoon Avenue
2. Baby I
3. Right There (feat. Big Sean)
4. Tattooed Heart
5. Lovin’ It
6. Piano
7. Daydreamin’
8. The Way (feat. Mac Miller)
9. You’ll Never Know
10. Almost Is Never Enough (with Nathan Sykes)
11. Popular Song (MIKA & Ariana Grande)
12. Better Left Unsaid
13. The Way – Spanglish Version (feat. Mac Miller)
14. Honeymoon Avenue – Live from London
15. Daydreamin’ – Live from London
16. Baby I – Live from London
17. Tattooed Heart – Live from London
18. Right There – Live from London (feat. Big Sean)
19. The Way – Live from London (feat. Mac Miller)
Tracklist Collapse
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