Hello – English Lyrics

• By: Cardi B
• Album: AM I THE DRAMA?

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into Cardi B's "Hello" and immerse yourself in the vibrant, confident language of modern hip-hop. This track from her 2025 album "Am I the Drama?" is a masterclass in self-assurance and playful defiance, offering a glimpse into Cardi B's unique blend of raw lyricism and charismatic storytelling. You'll encounter contemporary slang, bold declarations, and rhythmic phrasing that are quintessential to understanding current rap culture. The song's infectious beat and powerful message make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to learn English through music that is both engaging and culturally relevant. Explore how Cardi B uses her voice to convey empowerment and unwavering presence, making "Hello" a standout track that encourages listeners to embrace their own inner confidence.

[English]

I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

She shake it, clap it for me, these bitches love some Cardi

I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

She twerk it, clap it for me, like yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, hello

'Cause it be me poppin' out, shittin' on these hoes

It be me, my body tea, I'm bitches' goals, look

It be me with my skin glowin' in the sun

I'll tell a nigga's mama raised a bum, yeah

It be me just lookin' perfect, head to toe, look

It be you out here lookin' regular ho, ayy

It be me just poppin' out, just lookin' fine

It be me lookin' better than all you hoes combined, yeah

It be me gettin' back boxes every week, yeah

It be me lookin' like a snack, bon appétit, yeah

It be me that's countin' money, shakin' ass

It be you that's lookin' stupid, hatin'-ass bitch

It be me with fifty inches to my butt, yeah

He on my phone, he talk to me like, "What you on?" Yeah

It be you out here that's stressin' over niggas

You lookin' for him, he right here under my pictures

I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

She shake it, clap it for me, these bitches love some Cardi

I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

She twerk it, clap it for me, like yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, I'm that bitch, yeah, yeah

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, it's that bitch, yeah, yeah

It be you that's hella mad

It be me that's getting tricked on by somebody's baby dad

It be me that's lookin' sexy, it be me that's lookin' cute

It be me with body bustin' out, this Miu Miu bodysuit

It be me with Eliantte diamonds, everything be glowin'

It be me carryin' these hoes, surprised that I'm not showin'

With all that motion, havin' shit that's goin' on

It ain't me, it's not my fault me and broke hoes don't get along, ayy

I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

She shake it, clap it for me, these bitches love some Cardi

I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

She twerk it, clap it for me, like yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, I'm that bitch, yeah, yeah

Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

Hello, it's me, it's that bitch, yeah, yeah

...

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
party /ˈpɑːr.ti/ A1	noun - a social gathering of invited guests, typically involving eating, drinking, and entertainment
body /ˈbɒd.i/ A1	noun - the physical structure, including the bones, flesh, and organs, of a person or an animal
shake /ʃeɪk/ A1	verb - to move something or part of your body quickly from side to side or up and down
clap /klæp/ A2	verb - to bring your hands together repeatedly, making a loud noise
turnt /tɜːrnd/ B2	adjective - (slang) excited, energetic, or intoxicated, especially in a party context
pop /pɒp/ A2	verb - to appear suddenly or emerge quickly
shit /ʃɪt/ B1	verb - (vulgar slang) to dominate or perform exceptionally
bitches /ˈbɪtʃ.ɪz/ B2	noun - (vulgar slang) women or girls, often used derogatorily
hoes /hoʊz/ B2	noun - (vulgar slang) promiscuous women or prostitutes
perfect /ˈpɜːr.fɪkt/ A2	adjective - having all the required or desirable elements, qualities, or characteristics; as good as it is possible to be
bum /bʌm/ B1	noun - a person who does not work or have a home and lives by asking people for money; a vagrant
fine /faɪn/ A1	adjective - of high quality; good
butt /bʌt/ A2	noun - the buttocks; the rear end
phone /foʊn/ A1	noun - an electronic device used for making telephone calls or sending text messages
mad /mæd/ A2	adjective - very angry
sexy /ˈsɛk.si/ A2	adjective - sexually attractive
cute /kjuːt/ A1	adjective - attractive in a pretty or endearing way
diamonds /ˈdaɪə.məndz/ A2	noun - precious gemstones known for their brilliance and hardness
broke /broʊk/ A2	adjective - having little or no money

Key Grammar Structures

• I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body

  ➔ Present Continuous

  ➔ The present continuous tense is used to describe ongoing actions in the present. In the line 'I'm turnt up at the party, I'm geekin' out my body', ''I'm turnt up'' and ''I'm geekin' out'' show actions happening at the party right now.

• She shake it, clap it for me, these bitches love some Cardi

  ➔ Imperative Mood

  ➔ The imperative mood is used to give commands or instructions. In 'She shake it, clap it for me, these bitches love some Cardi', ''shake it'' and ''clap it'' are examples of direct commands encouraging dancing and admiration.

• Hello, it's me, hello, it's me

  ➔ Contraction

  ➔ Contractions shorten two words into one for informal speech. In 'Hello, it's me, hello, it's me', ''it's'' is a contraction of 'it is' or 'it has', used to emphasize the singer's presence informally.

• It be me poppin' out, shittin' on these hoes

  ➔ Habitual Aspect (It Be)

  ➔ In African American Vernacular English, 'It be' expresses habitual actions. In 'It be me poppin' out, shittin' on these hoes', ''It be me'' indicates that it is typically the speaker succeeding or dominating in a recurring way.

• It be me with my skin glowin' in the sun

  ➔ Present Participle

  ➔ The present participle form is used in continuous tenses. In 'It be me with my skin glowin' in the sun', ''glowin' '' (short for glowing) describes an ongoing state as part of the habitual structure.

• I'll tell a nigga's mama raised a bum, yeah

  ➔ Future Simple

  ➔ The future simple tense indicates actions that will happen. In 'I'll tell a nigga's mama raised a bum, yeah', ''I'll tell'' expresses a future intention to confront or say something.

• It be you out here that's stressin' over niggas

  ➔ Relative Clause

  ➔ A relative clause provides more information about a noun. In 'It be you out here that's stressin' over niggas', ''that's stressin' over niggas'' is a relative clause describing 'you' in the habitual aspect.

• It be me with Eliantte diamonds, everything be glowin'

  ➔ Parallel Structure

  ➔ Parallel structure repeats similar grammatical forms for emphasis. In 'It be me with Eliantte diamonds, everything be glowin'', the repeated ''be'' structure creates contrast and rhythm, emphasizing possessions and qualities.

• It ain't me, it's not my fault me and broke hoes don't get along, ayy

  ➔ Negation with Ain't

  ➔ Non-standard negation is used informally. In 'It ain't me, it's not my fault me and broke hoes don't get along, ayy', ''ain't'' is a colloquial contraction negating 'is not' or 'am not', and ''don't'' adds another layer of negation.