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BOUQUET (TO THE LADIES)

Lyrics

[Intro]

'To the ladies and all party-goers'

Where the ladies at?

And if you know who you are, why don't you make yourself seen?

'To the ladies and all party goers'

Where the ladies at?

And if you know who you are, why don't you make yourself seen?

[Verse 1]

What would the world be without beautiful, powerful women?

The Meemaws, the grandmas, the nation buildin'

Who educates us, challenges, teaches, love and support us

And gives birth to all the world's sons and daughters

And y'all deserve props 'cause y'all running hip-hop

Startеd with Sha-Rock, fifty years later, women is on top

Bahamadia, Missy, Moniе, Lyte, and Queen Latifah

Ms. Lauryn Hill, it's an honor for me to even meet ya

Where would we be without queens of the microphone?

Roxanne Shanté, we both call QB home

Doechii pushing the culture, I'm inspired by Salt-N-Pepa

Nicki, Foxy, and Kim, and Megan, Cardi, and Left Eye (Plus)

Nothin' realer than Latto, GloRilla, and Rah Digga

Remy, Rapsody, and Eve, all straight killers

And I was signed by a woman, she created a movement

So much love to Faith Newman (Word), what we doin'?

[Chorus]

This one goes out to the whole Woman Nation

'To the ladies and all party-goers'

Where the ladies at?

And if you know who you are, why don't you make yourself seen?

With love from Nas and Preem, this one goes

'To the ladies and all party goers'

Where the ladies at?

And if you know who you are, why don't you make yourself seen?

[Verse 2]

Yeah, divine feminine, beyond fine shit

Not a ting, not a joint, when my eyes squint

You'll see what I see, our presence together is always a pleasure

So I figured I'd write you a letter

You a queen, you a star, supernatural

Pure gratitude by your side, but let me ask you

Why don't the world recognize your hard work?

You being unappreciated makes my heart hurt

Aphrodite almighty, it's no myth you remind me

Of all motivating women that's been with me, beside me

Real one, love you from now to infinity

In every way from spiritual, mentally, physically

You showed me how to be more empathetic

Shout to the female DJ's mixin' this record

And you the flyest by far, stop playin' with her

Every glass raise it up, this is for my ladies

[Chorus]

This one goes out to the whole Woman Nation

To the ladies and all party-goers

Where the ladies at?

And if you know who you are, why don't you make yourself seen?

With love from Nas and Preem, this one goes

To the ladies and all party goers

Where the ladies at?

And if you know who you are, why don't you make yourself seen?

[Outro]

This goes to all of y'all

Mia X, Yo-Yo, y'all been puttin' it down

Lady of Rage, Dimples D, Sparky D, Sweet Tee

Pebblee Poo, Antoinette, Jean Grae, Lola Brooke, Sexyy Red

Coi Leray, City Girls, Kash Doll, Honey Bxby, Bernadette Price

Charli Baltimore, Trina, Doja Cat

La Chat, rest in poetry Gangsta Boo, MC Trouble

Shout to Conscious Daughters and Oaktown's 3.5.7, Saweetie, Isis

BIA, shout out to Ladybug Mecca, The Sequence, Debbie D, and Lisa Lee

Heather B, Nikki D, Azealia Banks, Champ MC, Michie Mee

All y'all lit, Frick 'N' Frack, Finesse & Synquis

I could go on and keep going, shout to Eternia

Ice Cream Tee, rest in peace Boss

Shout out Nefertiti, Storm, Shortie No Mass

Iggy, Paula Perry, Ché Noir, yeah

Sonja Blade, Khia, 3D Na'Tee, Armani Caesar, Ice Spice, yeah

Nonchalant "5 o'clock in the morning," Imani Montana

DeJ Loaf, Nitty Scott MC, Hurricane G, Ms. Melodie, Suga T, Young M.A.

What up, ScarLip? Shout to Lady London, what up J.J. Fad, yeah

To the whole queendom of Rap (Brrah), love to all of y'all

Whoever I ain't name, I still love you for life

Love from Nas and Preem, yeah

About & Meaning

"Bouquet (To The Ladies)" by Nas and DJ Premier is a celebratory anthem from their album Light-Years. The track is dedicated entirely to honoring the impact, strength, and artistry of women in hip-hop and society at large.

A Roll Call of Royalty

Nas uses this song to give "flowers while they can smell them" (a bouquet) to female emcees. He recites an extensive list of legends like Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, and Lauryn Hill, alongside modern stars like Megan Thee Stallion and Ice Spice. Beyond the music, he acknowledges women as the "nation builders" and educators, paying homage to the divine feminine energy that has supported his life and career.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the meaning of 'Bouquet (To The Ladies)' by Nas?

The song is a heartfelt tribute to women in hip-hop and society. Nas acknowledges the vital role women play as educators, mothers, and pioneers of culture, listing dozens of female emcees who have shaped the genre over the last 50 years.

Which female rappers does Nas mention in the song?

Nas name-drops a vast list of female rappers including Queen Latifah, Lauryn Hill, Roxanne Shanté, Salt-N-Pepa, Nicki Minaj, Foxy Brown, Lil' Kim, Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Rapsody, and many more legends and newcomers.

Who produced 'Bouquet (To The Ladies)'?

The track is produced by DJ Premier, featuring a soulful sample and his signature scratching that provides a classic backdrop for Nas's homage.

What album is 'Bouquet (To The Ladies)' on?

It is a featured track on the collaborative album 'Light-Years' by Nas and DJ Premier.

What does Nas say about Faith Newman in the song?

Nas gives a special shout-out to Faith Newman, the A&R executive who originally signed him to Columbia Records, acknowledging that he was 'signed by a woman, she created a movement.'

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