by Disco Lines & Tinashe · 2024
The song “No Broke Boys” by Disco Lines & Tinashe is about a confident woman who sets high standards for relationships, prioritizes her own worth, and refuses to associate with men who lack financial stability or fail to appreciate her value.
This song has been Shazamed over 34,677 times. As of this writing, No Broke Boys is ranked 151
No Broke Boys’ by Disco Lines & Tinashe is a song about having high standards and knowing your worth, especially when it comes to love and friendship. We’re going to break down what the song really means and why so many people love singing along. ⬇️
Right from the jump, the music oozes confidence and playful swagger, mixing catchy beats with a no-nonsense attitude. The story here is clear: self-respect isn’t negotiable, and settling for less just isn’t on the menu.
The chorus shines like a disco ball—unapologetic, proud, and a bit cheeky. “No broke boys, no new friends” rings out as a declaration, not just of financial standards, but of emotional boundaries too. When we hear, “Fuck on me, then you know he paid,” we’re swept into a world where value—both material and personal—is demanded, not begged for; it’s bold, almost brash, but ultimately empowering.
In the verses, Tinashe throws shade with lines like “Ex on the line, just as I suspected / No one really gets over me,” flexing her charm and indifference toward those who couldn’t measure up. She repeats, “I’m out here single, and I need somethin’ real… Now I got standards, give a fuck how you feel,” a mantra of self-worth that pulses beneath every glittering synth. There’s a razor-sharp wit at play, turning heartbreak into a punchline and past lovers into mere footnotes.
Underneath the fun and bravado, the song is a manifesto for anyone who’s ever raised their standards after being undervalued—an anthem for those who refuse to accept less than they deserve, whether in love, money, or friendship. The lyrics celebrate a new era of self-appreciation, where “bad ass bitch with my bad ass friends” isn’t just a boast, but a protective shield.
Ultimately, “No Broke Boys” is Tinashe and Disco Lines kicking open the velvet rope, reminding us that having standards isn’t arrogance—it’s self-preservation dressed up for a night out.
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