"Super Bass" is written in the key of B major with a moderate tempo of 128 beats per minute.
According to Minaj, the song's lyrics detail the story of a playful romance between a male and a female.
The pop-rap song contains electronic influences, while Minaj raps over a hip hop beat.
The song peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100 and in New Zealand, as well as number six in Australia and Canada.
The track reached number eight on the UK Singles Chart.