H&M Lyrics

About “H&M”

H&M is the ninth track on Latto’s album Sugar Honey Iced Tea, released on August 9, 2024. The title, an abbreviation for "Hurt and Miserable," addresses the envy and negativity Latto perceives from her detractors. Through sharp lyrics and a confident delivery, Latto criticizes those who project their unhappiness onto others. The song blends themes of self-assurance, luxury, and the dismissiveness Latto holds towards those who try to bring her down.

• Album: Sugar Honey Iced Tea
• Release Date: August 9, 2024
• Producers: Jonas Jeberg, Derrick Milano, SupaKaine
• Writers: Latto, Derrick Milano, Jonas Jeberg, SupaKaine
• Genre: Rap, Southern Rap
• Language: English
• Label: StreamCut & RCA Records
• Country: USA

Annotations and Meaning.

[Pre-Chorus]

"Uh, I be submissive for you (Baby) / Hold that pistol for you (Daddy)" - Latto starts by expressing loyalty and submissiveness in a relationship, showing her willingness to support and protect her partner. "Bitches love to whine and cry (Uh)" - She calls out those who complain and wallow in misery, contrasting their behavior with her own strength and resilience.

[Chorus]

"Oh, you hurt and miserable (Oh, you hurt) / Hoes be hurt and miserable" - The chorus highlights the central theme of the song, where Latto points out the negativity and envy of others, particularly women who are bitter or unhappy.

[Verse 1]

"Fix your face, why you mad? (Uh, tuh) / Hatin' hoes ain't happy, happy hoes stay in they bag" - Latto directly confronts her critics, questioning their anger and emphasizing that truly happy people focus on their own success rather than tearing others down. "Hurt just like your feelings when you heard he took me shoppin' (Shoppin’)" - She mocks those who are jealous of her lifestyle and relationships, turning their envy into a point of pride. "Life’s good, money good, pussy great (Fug-fuh-fuh-fuh-fuh)" - Latto confidently boasts about her success and self-worth, underlining her contentment with life.

[Verse 2]

"Yeah, this bitch need a bandaid, she should run a fan page" - Latto sarcastically suggests that her critics are so obsessed with her that they should start fan pages, highlighting their fixation. "Bougie, bad, and bossy, rich as fuck, I ain't got shit to prove" - In this line, she asserts her status as a successful, confident woman who doesn’t need to justify herself to anyone. "You evil eye bitches got me saging the whole room" - Latto refers to the "evil eye," a concept of envy or ill-wishing, and mentions using sage, a practice believed to cleanse negative energy, as a way of dealing with the negativity around her. Latto’s H&M is a powerful track that blends confidence with defiance. Through her lyrics, Latto dismisses those who envy or criticize her, emphasizing her focus on success and self-love. The song is a bold statement of independence and empowerment, reflecting Latto’s refusal to let negativity affect her.