Introduction
“Hollaback Girl” is a song by American singer Gwen Stefani, released in 2005 as the triadic single from her first showing solo album, “Love. Angel. Music. Baby.” The song was written by Stefani herself, along with Pharrell Williams, who also produced it.
The track’s individual sound, mixing elements of hip-hop, pop, and striding band music, caught the immersion of listeners worldwide. Its memorable chorus and enjoyable lyrics rapidly became a cultural phenomenon, with “Hollaback Girl” garnish charts in several countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom.
The lyrics of “Hollaback Girl” have often been a subject of analysis and interpretation. Stefani herself elucidate that the song was encouraged by an incident with Courtney Love, where Love called Stefani a “cheerleader” in a publication interview. Stefani used the term “hollaback girl” as a response, generate a playful anthem about standing up for oneself and not being a passive participant in strife.
The music video for “Hollaback Girl” features Stefani leading a group of cheerleaders and marching band members through the streets of Los Angeles, further gluing its Affiliation with encourager and empowerment.
Over the years, “Hollaback Girl” has continue to exist a staple in pop culture, constantly referenced and covered by other artists. Its contagion beat and empowering message have made it a timeless hit in Gwen Stefani’s repertoire.
Lyrics
Uh-huh, this my shit
All the girls stomp your feet like this
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
I heard that you were talking shit
And you didn’t think that I would hear it
People hear you talking like that
Getting everybody fired up
So I’m ready to attack, gonna lead the pack
Gonna get a touchdown, gonna take you out
That’s right, put your pom-poms down
Getting everybody fired up
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
So that’s right dude, meet me at the bleachers
No principals, no student teachers
Both of us wanna be the winner
But there can only be one
So I’m gonna fight, gonna give it my all
Gonna make you fall, gonna sock it to you
That’s right, I’m the last one standing
Another one bites the dust
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Lemme hear you say
“This shit is bananas”
B-A-N-A-N-A-S
“This shit is bananas”
B-A-N-A-N-A-S
Again!
“This shit is bananas”
B-A-N-A-N-A-S
“This shit is bananas”
B-A-N-A-N-A-S
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
A few times I’ve been around that track
So it’s not just gonna happen like that
‘Cause I ain’t no hollaback girl
I ain’t no hollaback girl
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit
Oooh, this my shit, this my shit