Released: 2021
“Kitty Kat” by Megan Thee Stallion is a fiery anthem that sings of self-empowerment, standing up against stereotypes and the classes of criticism and judgment targeted at her and women like her. This track is a booming statement of Megan’s resilience against those who try to belittle her or degrade her worth. Megan sets herself apart, using her sex appeal and unstoppable work ethic as both sword and shield, a testament to her refusal to be marginalized.
The opening lines of Megan’s verse, “Say what you want, but a bitch be working. Clown ass bitch, I ain’t coming to the circus,” set the tone for the rest of the song. She’s making it clear that she’s not here for games or childish behavior, instead, she’s focused on her grind. The line “Broke ass niggas on the internet hurting” is a dismissive wave at internet trolls who try to bring her down. When she raps “Big booty bitch, getting rich off twerking”, she’s showing pride in her body and the fact that she’s making money off her sex appeal.
In the chorus which goes “Here kitty-kitty, here kitty-kitty, ah” is a clever play on words that manages to be sensual, commanding and playful all at the same time. It’s almost as if she’s daring her detractors to approach her, knowing they don’t have the guts to.
The second verse is where Megan’s lyrical prowess comes to light. She uses the phrase “Walking these hoes like a runway model” to describe her status in the rap game and her dominance over her competitors. But when she says “Trust me, I’m finna get free like Tubman”, she’s referencing the legendary Harriet Tubman, an African-American abolitionist who helped free hundreds of slaves. This is Megan’s way of saying she won’t let anyone control her, underscoring her independence and resistance.
In the closing lines, Megan delivers a killer punch with “I started getting money and I got on my Beyoncé. Them hoes gotta sign an NDA to come around me. I’m feeling like Kelis ’cause a bitch real bossy, ah”, she shows that she’s not just making money, she’s also in control of her narrative and isn’t afraid to flex her power. The references to Beyoncé and Kelis, both hugely successful women of color in the music industry, further drive home her point of female empowerment and self-sufficiency.
“Kitty Kat” is a powerful reflection of Megan Thee Stallion’s inner strength and determination to succeed in the face of adversity. It’s an anthem that encourages women to be unapologetically themselves, showcasing Megan’s ability to use her music as a platform to empower and inspire.
