What's in It for Me
What's in It for Me

Karmin - What's in It for Me Lyrics

Ever feel like a pawn in someone else’s chess game? Karmin’s catchy beat is a sharp retaliation against manipulative puppeteers. Our protagonist is done being the cash cow and playing the fool. Wrapped in sugar yet bitter to the core, every scheme and… Read more

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What's in It for Me Lyrics

Doesn't matter how you sell me
I am just another number
Even when it's not for money
Use me like a cash register
You fool me once fool me twice, but the ends don't meet, no
Do you really think I'm dumb, dumb
I wanna know how you figure

What's in it for me
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
Doesn't matter how much you sugar the fluff
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
Doesn't matter how much you sugar the fluff

Never really had to play this
Feeling out my alter ego
Hustling to your agenda
No gracias, mi amigo
You fool me once fool me twice, but the ends don't meet
Do you really think I'm dumb, dumb
Watch me go Evel Knievel

What's in it for me
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
Doesn't matter how much you sugar the fluff
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
Doesn't matter how much you sugar the fluff

Every time you call up, I'mma put my wall up
Always a dilemma with the drama that you drum up
Even the bologna, part of your persona
Traded me a dollar for a floor of Smithsoneon
Undecided of whether you got it down yet
Undivided attention to how your brow sweats
How can I trust you, I'll be losing all bets
It's gamble, I don't wanna pull yet
Paying me in jelly, beans in the belly
When you get nervous I can tell by the smelly
Do me Blue Bonnet, butter me up on it
You can toast love notes, I can burn sonnets
It's apparent I needed to say no
Throw a karat of diamonds on the floor
How can I trust you, all you want is more
I gotta bust you, this means war

You come around here flipping your tricks
I'm letting down my wall my bricks
Least you can do is riddle me this
What's in it for me?

What's in it for me
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
Doesn't matter how much you sugar the fluff
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
What's in it for me
Doesn't matter how much you sugar the fluff

Writer(s): AMY HEIDEMANN, JAMES MORALES, JULIO DAVID RODRIGUEZ, MATTHEW MORALES, NICK NOONAN
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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What is the Meaning of What's in It for Me?

Ever feel like a pawn in someone else’s chess game? Karmin’s catchy beat is a sharp retaliation against manipulative puppeteers. Our protagonist is done being the cash cow and playing the fool. Wrapped in sugar yet bitter to the core, every scheme and sweet-talking façade is seen for what it truly is— a raw deal. They’re calling out the charades, demanding transparency amid the fluff. Hustling for honesty, they've flipped the script, asking the pivotal question we all should when entangled in shady dealings: “What's in it for me?” With lyrical sass and spunky defiance, Karmin strikes a chord that resonates with anyone tired of the double-crossing drama.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the members of Karmin?

    Karmin consists of Amy Heidemann (now Amy Noonan) and Nick Noonan. They met while attending Berklee College of Music in Boston and have been a couple since September 2005, marrying in March 2016.

  2. When was 'What's in It for Me' by Karmin released?

    'What's in It for Me' is part of Karmin's body of work. The specific release date of this song is not mentioned in the provided articles, but it aligns with their active years and releases, particularly around their album 'Pulses' in 2014.

  3. What genre does 'What's in It for Me' belong to?

    Karmin's music, including 'What's in It for Me,' primarily falls under the pop genre. However, the duo also integrates elements of hip-hop, R&B, and rap in their music.

  4. What is the significance of the duo's name, Karmin?

    The name 'Karmin' is an American-accented homophone derived from the Latin word 'carmen,' meaning 'song,' and the word 'karma.' The name reflects their musical influence and philosophy.

  5. Did Karmin face any notable shifts in their musical career?

    Yes, after their debut album 'Pulses' and the subsequent tour in 2014, Karmin left Epic Records to pursue a more musically honest approach. They later transitioned to Amy Noonan's alter ego project, Qveen Herby, focusing on an R&B and hip-hop/rap sound.

  6. What is unique about Karmin's song 'Acapella'?

    'Acapella' is a song where the instrumental concept is inspired by the film 'Pitch Perfect' and features a mix of human voices with limited instrumentation. The song carries an empowering message and features a music video inspired by '90s music videos.

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