What Does Shorty Mean in Rap?

¨ Shorty, sometimes ¨shawty,¨ is a word typically used in rap to describe a female. ... ¨ In the context of this song, ¨shorty¨ refers to a woman, specifically his ex-girlfriend. But the fascinating part about shorty isn't its definition, it is the word's origin and rise to fame.

What does Shorty mean when a guy calls you that?

Anyone considered to be short (such as children, women, and even men) could be called shorty. Today, people (usually men) refer to women they think are attractive as "shawty" because women are typically shorter in height compared to men.

What does the slang term Shorty mean?

Shawty, shorty, or shortie is an American slang used as a term of endearment but also frequently heard as a catcall. After 1990s, the term has largely referred to a young and attractive woman. Many women consider this term condescending and pejorative. It was particularly popular in hip hop from the 2000s.