: It was co-written by Minaj and Ester Dean , with production handled by Pop & Oak .
: The lyrics center on themes of longing , love , and emotional dependence , with a central chorus asserting, "I'm not living life if you're not right by my side". Nicki Minaj - Right By My Side (Explicit) ft. Chris Brown
: Minaj noted in an interview with Ryan Seacrest that she sought a melodic "summer R&B classic" and specifically envisioned Chris Brown as the only artist for the collaboration. : It was co-written by Minaj and Ester
is an R&B and pop-infused single by Nicki Minaj , featuring guest vocals from Chris Brown . Released on March 27, 2012, it served as the second single from her sophomore studio album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded . Song Composition and Production and emotional dependence