Bitch Better Have — My Money

"Don't act like you forgot / I call the shots"

But "Bitch Better Have My Money" also speaks to a very real economic reality, one in which women continue to face significant barriers to financial equality. According to a report by the World Economic Forum, women globally earn approximately 23% less than men, and are more likely to live in poverty. Bitch Better Have My Money

Ironically, Rihanna hasn't released an album since Anti (2016). Why? Because was a prophecy. She stopped begging the music industry for pennies per stream. Instead, she used her cultural capital to launch Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty. "Don't act like you forgot / I call

But the song's influence extends beyond its commercial success. "Bitch Better Have My Money" has been cited as an inspiration by numerous artists, including Beyoncé, Cardi B, and Nicki Minaj, who have all referenced the song in their own music. Instead, she used her cultural capital to launch

The phrase quickly became a meme, with fans and non-fans alike using it to express a range of emotions, from frustration to empowerment. It was tweeted, Instagrammed, and Facebooked, becoming a kind of cultural shorthand for anyone looking to express their independence or annoyance.