Roman Holiday

Nicki Minaj

About Roman Holiday

Roman Holiday is a song by American rapper and singer Nicki Minaj, the opening track from her second album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded. It was written by Nicki Minaj, Larry Nacht, Winston Thomas and Safarree Samuels, and produced by Blackout (Thomas) and Pink Friday Productions. Two months prior to the album's official release, Minaj performed what many viewed as a controversial rendition of the song at the 54th Grammy Awards ceremony on February 12, 2012 before its release, which received generally unfavorable reviews from critics. Reviewing the album, Jessica Hopper of Spin called the song itself "pure theater, the closest hip-hop's gotten to its own "Bohemian Rhapsody", full of thrilling crescendos and twitchy verses that verge on the ridiculous, but always shift toward the triumphant. In 2019, the song received a renewed popularity due to internet memes. 


Year:
2012
4:06
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Take your medication, Roman
Take a short vacation, Roman, you'll be okay
You need to know your station, Roman
Some alterations on your clothes and your brain
Take a little break, little break from your silencing
There is so much you can take, you can take
I know how bad you need a Roman holiday, Roman holiday, a Roman holiday

You done, you tired? You suck at life?
You don't want a round three? You done suffered twice
Worship the queen and you might get passed
Keep it real, these bitches couldn't wipe my ass
Anyway, stylist, go get Bvlgari
I am the ultimate Svengali
These bitches can't even spell that
You, you hoes buggin', repel that
Let me tell you this, sister
I am, I am colder than a blister
Cause my flow's so sick and I'm a lunatic
And this can't be cured with no Elixir
Cause y'all know who the f*ck, what the f*ck I do
I done put the pressure to every thug I knew
Quack quack to a duck and a chicken too
Put the hyena in a freakin' zoo

Take your medication, Roman
Take a short vacation, Roman, you'll be okay
You need to know your station, Roman
Some alterations on your clothes and your brain
Take a little break, little break from your sovereignty
There is so much you can take, you can take
I know how bad you need a Roman holiday, Roman holiday, a Roman holiday

Bitch, twitch, bitch!
Motherfucking right, this is World War 6
This right here is gonna make a bitch die
And this right here is gonna make a bitch cry
And if we being honest I am such a great guy
And this what I do when a bitch breaks flock
I'mma put her in a dungeon under, under
No them bitches ain't eating, they dying of hunger
Motherfucka I'm me, who the f*ck is this ho?
And yes, maybe just a touch of tourettes
Get my wigs, Terrence, go and get my barrettes

Take your medication, Roman
Take a short vacation, Roman, you'll be okay
You need to know your station, Roman
Some alterations on your clothes and your brain
Take a little break, little break from your silencing
There is so much you can take, you can take
I know how bad you need a Roman holiday, Roman holiday, a Roman holiday

Come all ye faithful
Joyful and triumphant
I am Roman Zolanski
Come all ye faithful
Joyful and triumphant
I am Roman Zolanski
Come all ye faithful
Joyful and triumphant
I am Roman Zolanski

Talking bout me, you talking about me?
I dare a motherfucker to be talking about me
That bitch must be smokin' a couple of OZs
They want the outline, I give them a goatee
Goddamn motherfucker ya talking about me?
I dare a motherfucker to be talking about me
That bitch must be smokin' a couple of OZs
A-buh-buh-buh now give then a goatee

Take your medication, Roman
Take a short vacation, Roman, you'll be okay
You need to know your station, Roman
Some alterations on your clothes and your brain
Take a little break, little break from your silencing
There is so much you can take, you can take
I know how bad you need a Roman holiday, Roman holiday, a Roman holiday

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Nicki Minaj

Onika Tanya Maraj (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj (/mɪˈnɑːʒ/), is a Trinidadian-born American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and model. Born in Saint James, Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago and raised in Queens, New York City, she gained public recognition after releasing the mixtapes Playtime Is Over (2007), Sucka Free (2008), and Beam Me Up Scotty (2009). more »

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Written by: Onika Tanya Maraj, Safaree Lloyd Samuels, Larry Nacht, Vincent Anthony Venditto, Winston Thomas Jr.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING

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12 facts about this song

Year of Release
"Roman Holiday" was released in February 2012 as part of Nicki Minaj's second studio album, "Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded."
Song Composition
The song is composed of elements of various music genres including hip-hop, pop, electronic, and punk.
Live Performance Debut
Nicki Minaj performed "Roman Holiday" live for the first time at the 54th Annual Grammy Awards in 2012.
Imaginary Character
"Roman Holiday" features Minaj's alter ego, Roman Zolanski.
Controversial Theme
The song generated considerable controversy due to its portrayal of exorcism and its religious connotations.
Not a Single
Despite its memorable performance at the Grammy's, "Roman Holiday" was never released as a single.
Song Inspiration
It is speculated that the song is inspired by the 1953 romantic comedy movie of the same name, "Roman Holiday."
Negative Reviews
"Roman Holiday" received predominantly negative reviews from music critics who felt it was an eccentric and weird track.
Choreography
The choreography for the Grammy performance of “Roman Holiday” was done by Laurieann Gibson, who often works with Lady Gaga.
Forbidden on Streaming Platforms
As of 2021, "Roman Holiday" was removed from all streaming platforms for unknown reasons. Fans have speculated it was due to its controversial nature.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of “Roman Holiday” include instances of rapping, singing in an English accent, and spoken-word parts.
Unique Artistry Display
The song is often pointed out as a showcase of Minaj's unique and diverse artistry, encapsulating her style of rapid-fire rapping, singing, and theatrical abilities.

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