Mantra — JENNIE: what the lyrics really mean
First verse: the song, every line and what it means — in syncThis that pretty-girl mantra, this that flaunt youPlay the first verse with translationNo sign-upWhat does “Mantra” by JENNIE mean?
JENNIE's “Mantra” is a swaggering celebration of confident girls who stick together, enjoy themselves and keep drama away. She and her friend land in L.A., ride in a Defender, make a quick In-N-Out stop and change into night-out outfits, steering clear of creeps and bad vibes. The pretty-girl mantra of the title is a phrase to live by, and the mood stays playful, glowing and sure of itself.
Key lines
4 lines from the song with the slang, wordplay and references behind them. The full line-by-line breakdown lives in the app.
This that pretty-girl mantra, this that flaunt youListen from this lineDaytime baddie use her mindListen to the first verse — freeWords in this line- baddiehot girl
What's behind the line: "Baddie" is slang for a confident, attractive woman — not a literally "bad" girl.
It's not that deep (deep), we're not that dumb (dumb)Listen to the first verse — freeWhat's behind the line: Same idiom as before — "it's not that deep" means "don't take it seriously," not literal depth.
Ain't nobody gon' dim our good lightListen to the first verse — freeWords in this line- Ain'tisn't
Lyrics © their rights holders. “Mantra” — JENNIE. Quoted for commentary and learning.
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Words from the song in alphabetical order, with what they mean here.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ass | butt |
| bih | girl (slang) |
| cause | because |
| fit | outfit |
| jamas | pajamas (short) |
| less | unless |
| tryna | trying to |
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Questions about “Mantra”
What is “Mantra” by JENNIE about?
JENNIE's “Mantra” is a swaggering celebration of confident girls who stick together, enjoy themselves and keep drama away.
What does “Daytime baddie use her mind” mean in “Mantra”?
"Baddie" is slang for a confident, attractive woman — not a literally "bad" girl.
What does “It's not that deep (deep), we're not that dumb (dumb)” mean in “Mantra”?
Same idiom as before — "it's not that deep" means "don't take it seriously," not literal depth.
Where can I see every line of “Mantra” explained?
This page explains 4 key lines. In the theIDOL app Bomi goes through all 58 lines word by word, in sync with the song; the first verse is free and needs no sign-up.
Official music video
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Credits and sources
- Artist
- JENNIE
- Official video
- JENNIE · YouTube
Lyrics and music belong to their rights holders. This page quotes no more than four lines for commentary; the translations, pronunciation and explanations are written by theIDOL.