Djadja
by Aya Nakamura
- Album: Nakamura
- Year: 2018
- Genre: Afropop · French pop
- Length: 2:53
A setting-the-record-straight, not a plea. Faced with a "djadja" — a guy bragging about an affair that never happened — Aya Nakamura answers with calm authority, refusing the rumour and the role she's been cast in.
Themes
- Clapping back at a liar
- Reputation and rumours
- Female command
- New French slang
Mood
- Confident
- Flirty
- Defiant
References & context
- The word "djadja"
Slang popularised by Aya Nakamura for a liar or braggart. The title names the opponent before the first line even lands.
- Aya's plural French
A blend of verlan, Arabic, Ivorian nouchi and English. The song carried this everyday speech into global pop.
- A worldwide francophone hit
Number one in several countries in 2018, "Djadja" made Aya Nakamura the most-streamed French-speaking female artist in the world.
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Frequently asked
What is the meaning of "Djadja" by Aya Nakamura?
A setting-the-record-straight, not a plea.
What is "Djadja" about?
A setting-the-record-straight, not a plea. Faced with a "djadja" — a guy bragging about an affair that never happened — Aya Nakamura answers with calm authority, refusing the rumour and the role she's been cast in.
What are the main themes in "Djadja"?
The recurring themes are Clapping back at a liar, Reputation and rumours, Female command, New French slang.
Who wrote "Djadja"?
"Djadja" was written by Aya Nakamura, Vladimir Boudnikoff.
When was "Djadja" released?
"Djadja" was released in 2018, on the album Nakamura.
What genre is "Djadja"?
"Djadja" is Afropop · French pop.
What is the mood of "Djadja"?
Its overall mood is Confident, Flirty, Defiant.
Is "Djadja" available in my language on Lyrithm?
Yes — this meaning analysis is published natively in English, Bahasa Indonesia, Español, Português, Français, 日本語. Lyrithm does not auto-translate; each language is written from scratch.