Outside – English Lyrics

• By: Cardi B
• Album: Outside

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into Cardi B's "Outside" to experience modern American hip-hop with a raw, unfiltered lyrical style. The song offers a great opportunity to learn contemporary English slang and expressions, particularly those related to relationships and female empowerment. Its catchy hooks and direct storytelling make it a compelling track for language learners interested in authentic, vibrant English.

[English]

Yeah, yeah, yeah (Uh-huh)

Outside niggas love a outside bitch

But be mad when they- get some outside-

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, uh-huh (Cardi)

When I tell you these niggas ain't shit, please believe me (Let's go)

They gon' fuck on anything, these niggas way too easy (Facts)

Good-for-nothing, low-down dirty dogs, I'm convinced (Yeah)

Next time you see your mama, tell her how she raised a bitch

(I'm goin' out), on the pop-out (Side), 'cause it's hot out

(I'm goin' out), you was playin' games (Side), now you on timeout

(I'm goin' out), where the fine niggas? (Side), I'm tryna find niggas

(Out), I been cuffed up too long (Side), let me remind niggas (Yeah)

Well, let's go wrong for wrong (What?), let's go lick for lick (Let's go)

If I can handle that (Uh-huh), let me see you handle this (Okay)

Do you how you do me, bet you we won't speak again

Favorite player from your favorite team, he in my DM, uh

I'm so small and tiny, he so big and tall

Might let him dunk this pussy like he dunk the ball

I'm a big freak, come and get a sneak peek

Back it up like beep-beep 'til that thing go leak-leak, uh

Chloe called you king, that's cute, don't get me wrong (Don't get me wrong)

I like him too, so, baby, let me meet LeBron (Let me meet LeBron)

I love Savannah, let me see what she be on

What? It's plenty niggas, baby, I could keep it goin', look (Ah)

Royal rumble, this a jungle, lion and some cheetahs

'Cause clearly you don't give a fuck, so I don't give one either (I don't)

I like my niggas Black and country, that's just what it is

I can tell that he excited 'cause he go from small to big (Girl)

When I tell you these niggas ain't shit, please believe me (Believe me)

They gon' fuck on anything, these niggas way too easy (At all)

Low-down, good-for-nothing dirty dogs, I'm convinced (Uh-huh)

Can't wait to see your mama, tell her how she raised a bitch

(I'm goin' out), on the pop-out (Side), 'cause it's hot out

(I'm goin' out), you was playin' games (Side), now you on timeout

(I'm goin' out), where the fine niggas? (Side), I'm tryna find niggas

(Out), I been cuffed up too long (Side), let me remind niggas

Ooh, I think he sexy, ooh, he look good as fuck

Ain't that your home girlfriend? Tell her to hook me up (Let's do it)

Shit, ain't y'all havin' fun? Let's have fun together

Baby, I'm with the shits, you know I'm with whatever, look (Woo)

I know I'm cute and funny (Funny), I know somebody want me (Want me)

I might go celibate (Uh-huh), I know I'll make some money (Cash)

Outside niggas love a outside bitch

But be sick when they girls get some outside- (Huh)

I mean, bathing suit, body suit, tryna let this body loose

This tequila ninety proof, chase it with my pussy juice

Heard them Patriots got them niggas, let me in the locker room

And some ladies out in Vegas, A'ja Wil', what's poppin', boo?

Booty cheeks gotta shake, flirty niggas got some pape'

Let me know the time and place, I'm just tryna ride his face

PJ, vacay, take me somewhere tropical

Spa day, fine masseuse, Uber driver kinda cute

When I tell you these niggas ain't shit, please believe me (Let's go)

They gon' fuck on anything, these niggas way too easy (Facts)

Good-for-nothing, low-down dirty dogs, I'm convinced (Yeah)

Next time you see your mama, tell her how she raised a bitch (Uh)

(I'm goin' out), on the pop-out (Side), 'cause it's hot out

(I'm goin' out), you was playin' games (Side), now you on timeout

(I'm goin' out), where the fine niggas? (Side), I'm tryna find niggas

(Out), I been cuffed up too long (Side), let me remind niggas (Yeah)

I ain't see your call, I ain't hear it ring

I'm in the studio, call you when I leave

Who I'm with? I know you fuckin' lyin'

Where I'm 'bout to go? I'm about to go outside

I'm 'bout to take it outside

This pussy goin' outside

Tonight, we goin' outside

Ah

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Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
outside /ˌaʊtˈsaɪd/ A1	adjective - Relating to or located on the exterior; in the song, used to describe people who engage in activities outside of a main relationship or norm, often implying promiscuity or independence. noun - The external part or surface of something. In the lyrics, it often refers to public life or engaging with people outside of one's immediate circle.
niggas /ˈnɪɡəz/ C2	noun - An informal, often derogatory, and highly context-dependent term, typically used among Black individuals, but considered offensive and a racial slur when used by others. In these lyrics, it refers to men, often with a negative or dismissive connotation.
bitch /bɪtʃ/ C1	noun - A pejorative and offensive term for a woman, often implying malice, unpleasantness, or promiscuity. Can also be used to refer to a man who is perceived as weak or subordinate. In the song, it's used in a provocative and defiant manner, often self-referential or towards others.
mad /mæd/ A2	adjective - Feeling or showing extreme anger; greatly annoyed.
shit /ʃɪt/ C1	noun - Used to refer to things, especially things that are worthless, contemptible, or in a bad state; can also be used as an expletive to express anger, annoyance, or disgust. In the lyrics, 'ain't shit' means worthless or useless.
easy /ˈiːzi/ A1	adjective - Achieved without great effort; presenting few difficulties. In the context of people, it implies being promiscuous or easily convinced/seduced.
dirty /ˈdɜːrti/ A1	adjective - Soiled, stained, or covered with dirt; not clean. Also, dishonest, unethical, or sexually suggestive/explicit.
games /ɡeɪmz/ A1	noun - Activities engaged in for pleasure or entertainment. In the lyrics, 'playing games' refers to deceptive or manipulative behavior in a relationship.
timeout /ˈtaɪmaʊt/ B1	noun - A short break in an activity, especially a sports game or a period of isolation for a child as punishment. In the song, it's used metaphorically to imply being benched or sidelined from social activity.
fine /faɪn/ A2	adjective - Of high quality; good or satisfactory. Also, attractive or good-looking, especially of a person.
cuffed /kʌft/ B1	verb - To be restricted or tied down, especially in a relationship, as if bound by handcuffs. In 'cuffed up', it means being in an exclusive or committed relationship.
handle /ˈhændl/ B1	verb - To deal with or manage a situation or person; to cope with.
dunk /dʌŋk/ B1	verb - In basketball, to force the ball down through the basket from above. In the song, it's used as a sexual metaphor, implying forceful or vigorous penetration.
freak /friːk/ B2	noun - A person who is considered unusual or unconventional. Also, a person who is obsessed with or has an extreme interest in something. In the song, 'big freak' refers to someone with an adventurous or unconventional sexual appetite.
money /ˈmʌni/ A1	noun - A current medium of exchange in the form of coins and banknotes; wealth.
sick /sɪk/ A2	adjective - Affected by physical or mental illness; unwell. Also, informal: feeling great annoyance or disgust.
loose /luːs/ A2	adjective - Not firmly or tightly fixed in place; able to move freely. In 'let this body loose', it means to allow oneself to move freely, often implying dancing or uninhibited behavior.
flirty /ˈflɜːrti/ B2	adjective - Behaving in a way that shows a sexual attraction to someone, but is not intended to be taken seriously.
tropical /ˈtrɒpɪkl/ B1	adjective - Relating to or situated in the region between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, typically characterized by hot and humid weather.
shake /ʃeɪk/ A2	verb - To move or cause to move with short, rapid, tremulous movements. In the song, 'booty cheeks gotta shake' refers to dancing or rhythmic movement of the buttocks.
pussy /ˈpʊsi/ C1	noun - A vulgar and offensive term for the female external genitals. Also, a contemptible or cowardly person. In the lyrics, it is used provocatively and explicitly.
locker /ˈlɒkər/ B1	noun - A small, lockable cupboard or compartment, especially one in a public place where people can leave their clothes or belongings.
room /ruːm/ A1	noun - A part of a building enclosed by walls, floor, and ceiling. In 'locker room', it refers to a room for changing clothes, especially in a sports facility.
booty /ˈbuːti/ C1	noun - Informal and often vulgar term for the buttocks.
cheeks /tʃiːks/ A2	noun - The fleshy sides of the face below the eyes. Also, the two fleshy halves of the buttocks.

Key Grammar Structures

• Outside niggas love a outside bitch But be mad when they- get some outside-

  ➔ Habitual 'be' + adjective and 'when' clause for general truth/habit.

  ➔ The phrase "But **be mad**" uses the base form of the verb "be" (instead of 'are' or 'get') to describe a **habitual or general reaction**. The "**when** they- get some outside-" clause indicates a **condition or time** that regularly triggers this reaction.

• Next time you see your mama, tell her how she raised a bitch

  ➔ Future time clause and indirect question.

  ➔ "**Next time you see your mama**" is a **future time clause**, acting like a conditional. The main clause "**tell her how she raised a bitch**" contains an **indirect question** ("how she raised a bitch") which is embedded within the imperative sentence.

• I been cuffed up too long (Side), let me remind niggas (Yeah)

  ➔ Informal present perfect ('I been') and causative verb ('let me') with a phrasal verb.

  ➔ "**I been cuffed up**" is an informal way of saying "I have been cuffed up," where "**been**" replaces "have been" in the **present perfect tense**. "**cuffed up**" is a **phrasal verb** meaning to be in a committed relationship. "**let me remind**" uses the **causative verb** "let" to express permission or a request for self-action.

• Do you how you do me, bet you we won't speak again

  ➔ Elliptical construction and informal 'bet you'.

  ➔ "**Do you how you do me**" is an **elliptical construction**, meaning "Do [to] you [what] you do [to] me." Words like 'to' and 'what' are omitted for conciseness and informality. "**bet you**" is an **informal** way of saying "I bet that you" or "I'm sure that you."

• I love Savannah, let me see what she be on

  ➔ Causative verb ('let me see') and colloquial 'be' for state/activity.

  ➔ "**let me see**" uses the **causative verb** "let" to express a request to be allowed to see something. "**what she be on**" is a **colloquial** expression, where "be" is used instead of "is" or "are" to ask about someone's **activities, intentions, or involvement** (e.g., "What is she doing?" or "What is she involved in?").

• Royal rumble, this a jungle, lion and some cheetahs 'Cause clearly you don't give a fuck, so I don't give one either (I don't)

  ➔ Informal conjunction ('Cause'), idiomatic expression ('don't give a fuck'), and negative agreement ('so... either').

  ➔ "'**Cause**" is an **informal** contraction of "because." "**don't give a fuck**" is a strong **idiomatic expression** meaning to not care at all. "**so I don't give one either**" shows **negative agreement**, meaning the speaker also doesn't care, mirroring the previous statement.

• Baby, I'm with the shits, you know I'm with whatever, look (Woo)

  ➔ Idiomatic expressions.

  ➔ "**I'm with the shits**" is a **colloquial idiom** meaning to be ready for anything, to be involved or to participate fully, often in something potentially problematic or exciting. "**I'm with whatever**" is another **idiom** meaning to be agreeable to any plan or suggestion, to not have a strong preference.

• Ain't that your home girlfriend? Tell her to hook me up (Let's do it)

  ➔ Informal 'ain't' and imperative with infinitive ('Tell her to') plus a phrasal verb ('hook me up').

  ➔ "**Ain't**" is an **informal contraction** of "isn't," "aren't," "hasn't," or "haven't." Here it acts as "isn't." "**Tell her to hook me up**" uses the **imperative** form "tell" followed by an **infinitive with 'to'** to give an instruction. "**hook me up**" is a **phrasal verb** meaning to help someone get something or connect them with someone/something.

• I ain't see your call, I ain't hear it ring

  ➔ Informal 'ain't' for past simple negation.

  ➔ "**I ain't see**" and "**I ain't hear**" are **informal** uses of "ain't" to mean "I didn't see" and "I didn't hear," respectively, for **negation in the past simple tense**. This is common in some dialects.

• Where I'm 'bout to go? I'm about to go outside

  ➔ Informal 'about to' for immediate future.

  ➔ "'**bout to**" is an **informal contraction** of "about to." The phrase "**be about to**" is used to express an action that is **going to happen very soon** in the immediate future.