Probably something I should know since I mostly listen to Hip Hop and Rap. First I though Shorty was someone’s bitch, now it’s seems as though it’s mentioned in every damn song there is. So who’s Shorty?
Now Mommy i’m thinking is something of a ‘baby mama’ or something along those lines, but am unsure. Who’s Mommy?
Here’s my understanding:
Shorty is a generic name for any ol’ girl. It combines the affection of a cute nickname with the demeaning nature of pointing out how she’s below (shorter than) the male figure using the name.
And I believe you’re right about ‘mommy’.
“mami” - girl
“papi” - guy
Shorty refers to either a child or a woman. Mami refers to a woman, usually a girlfriend or wife.
Not in hip hop, but IRL I’ve heard people refer to children as “mami.” Mostly Hispanic women, and only when directed at the child. Odd, I think.
I always thought ‘shorty’ referred to a kid.