DIVA – English Lyrics

• By: Desiigner

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the world of Desiigner with "DIVA," a vibrant track that marks his independence and celebrates freedom. By exploring the catchy lyrics and upbeat rhythm, you'll not only grasp the essence of modern hip-hop but also gain insight into the artist's journey of self-discovery and creative liberation.

[English]

(Cosmos)

I'm ridin' late night

With a bad ass diva, oh

She make a lot of money

I'ma keep her, oh

She keep me high as fuck

Like I smoke reefer, oh

A bad bitch and that money

I both need you, oh

I'm ridin' late night

With a bad ass diva, oh

She make a lot of money

I'ma keep her, oh

She keep me high as fuck

Like I smoke reefer, oh

A bad bitch and that money

I both need you

We see the moonlight come

My roof, no ceiling, oh (git)

We havin' good times

And we catchin' feelings, oh (git)

We 'bout to make out for no effin' reasons, oh (hey)

We take your clothes off

And you can't stop teasin' me (woo)

In my drop top Lambo'

You just wanna be (woo)

This a different lifestyle that I let you see (git)

I can give you Chanel

Give you double G's (drip)

I can give you diamonds

If you come with me (ice)

We get freaky, we can do a little E (git)

You can feel me even when I'm in your dreams, dreams

Ridin' with a diva overseas, seas

I put her in a Porsche

Them brand new keys (woo)

I'm ridin' late night

With a bad ass diva, oh

She make a lot of money

I'ma keep her, oh (git)

She keep me high as fuck

Like I smoke reefer, oh (ay)

A bad bitch and that money

I both need you, oh (oh, git)

I'm ridin' late night

With a bad ass diva, oh (woo)

She make a lot of money

I'ma keep her, oh (git)

She keep me high as fuck

Like I smoke reefer, oh

A bad bitch and that money

I both need you, oh

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
diva /ˈdiːvə/ B2	noun - a famous female singer, especially one who sings opera noun - a famous and successful woman who is thought to be difficult and to demand a lot
money /ˈmʌni/ A1	noun - coins or notes that are used to buy things, or an amount of these
keep /kiːp/ A1	verb - to continue to have something and not give it back or throw it away verb - to continue to be in a particular state or condition, or to make someone or something do this
bad /bæd/ A1	adjective - unpleasant or not good adjective - of poor quality or below an acceptable standard adjective - (slang) good, excellent (often used ironically or informally)
ride /raɪd/ A1	verb - to sit on an animal, bicycle, or motorcycle and make it move forward verb - to travel in a vehicle, such as a car, bus, or train noun - a journey on an animal or in a vehicle
high /haɪ/ A2	adjective - tall; measuring a long distance from the bottom to the top adjective - (informal) under the influence of drugs or alcohol
reefer /ˈriːfər/ C1	noun - (slang) a cigarette containing marijuana
need /niːd/ A1	verb - to require something because it is essential or very important noun - a situation in which you must have something
make /meɪk/ A1	verb - to create or construct something verb - to cause something to happen or cause someone to do something verb - to earn or obtain (money, a living, etc.)
moonlight /ˈmuːnlaɪt/ B1	noun - the light from the moon
feelings /ˈfiːlɪŋz/ A2	noun - emotions, especially romantic ones
lifestyle /ˈlaɪfstaɪl/ B1	noun - the way a person or group lives
diamonds /ˈdaɪəməndz/ B1	noun - very hard, valuable precious stones, often used in jewelry
freaky /ˈfriːki/ B2	adjective - (informal) strange or unusual adjective - (informal) sexually unusual or unconventional
dreams /driːmz/ A1	noun - a series of thoughts, images, and sensations occurring in a person's mind during sleep noun - a strongly desired goal or purpose
overseas /ˌəʊvərˈsiːz/ B1	adjective - in, from, or to other countries adverb - in, from, or to other countries
Porsche /ˈpɔːrʃə/ B2	noun - a brand of German luxury sports cars and SUVs
keys /kiːz/ A1	noun - a small piece of metal used for locking and unlocking a door, starting a car, etc.
smoke /sməʊk/ A1	verb - to breathe in and out smoke from a cigarette, pipe, etc. noun - the grey, black, or white gas that is produced when something burns
late /leɪt/ A1	adjective - happening or arriving after the planned, expected, or usual time adjective - towards the end of a period of time or the end of someone's life

Key Grammar Structures

• I'm ridin' late night

  ➔ Present continuous tense

  ➔ The verb 'ridin'' (riding) is in the present continuous tense, indicating an action happening now or around now. It highlights the ongoing nature of the activity.

• She make a lot of money

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'make'

  ➔ The verb 'make' is in the present simple tense, used to describe a habitual or general truth. Here, it indicates that the subject regularly or typically earns a lot of money.

• She keep me high as fuck

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'keep'

  ➔ The verb 'keep' is in the present simple tense, indicating a habitual action. It suggests that the subject regularly maintains the speaker in a state of euphoria.

• We see the moonlight come

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'see'

  ➔ The verb 'see' is in the present simple tense, used to describe a general truth or a habitual action. Here, it indicates that the subjects regularly or typically observe the moonlight.

• We 'bout to make out for no effin' reasons

  ➔ Going to future

  ➔ The phrase 'bout to' is a colloquial form of 'going to', indicating an action that is about to happen. It suggests immediacy and certainty.

• I can give you Chanel

  ➔ Modal verb 'can' for ability

  ➔ The modal verb 'can' is used to express ability or possibility. Here, it indicates that the speaker has the ability to give Chanel items.

• We get freaky, we can do a little E

  ➔ Present simple tense with 'get' and modal verb 'can'

  ➔ The verb 'get' is in the present simple tense, indicating a habitual action. The modal verb 'can' expresses possibility. Together, they suggest that the subjects regularly engage in certain activities and have the ability to do so.

• You can feel me even when I'm in your dreams

  ➔ Modal verb 'can' for possibility and present continuous tense

  ➔ The modal verb 'can' expresses possibility, while 'I'm in your dreams' is in the present continuous tense, indicating an ongoing state. Together, they suggest that the speaker can be felt by the listener even in a dreamlike state.