Billy Boy
$NOT Lyrics

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Well, excuse me, Billy, very sorry to offend you...
But we congregated here to learn to read and write.
You need more than skill with a firearm to succeed in the new world,
Billy. So take up the journal and start where the other boy
Left off, or you can go straight back to your home on the streets

Yuh, ayy
Billy Boy, yuh

Whoa, ayy
Yuh, ayy, uh, ayy

Billy boy, big boy, want war (You want war)
Niggas hidin', "Knock, knock," through the door (Through the door)
Shootin' out the window, bitch, on the floor (On the floor)
Bitches comin' from the back of the store (Of the store)
Silly bitch, silly slut, silly whore (Silly whore)
I'm runnin' outta bullets, bitch, I got four (I got four)
I'm runnin' outta bullets, bitch, I need more (I need more)
Keep a big thing on my fuckin' waist (On my waist)

Bitches talkin' shit, shots to her face (To her face)
Billy Boy want more, destroy (Destroy)
Any nigga in his mothafuckin' way (Out my way)
Bitch boy, pussy boy want smoke (He want smoke)
She feelin' high, you feelin' down, snort coke (Snort coke)
I'm pullin' in a Ford, now I'm in a Jeep (I brought the Jeep)
I got steez, I got the boom, I'm 'bout to sweep (I'm 'bout to sweep)
I'm 'bout to kill these pussy niggas, rest in peace (Rest in peace)
Y'all niggas chumps, you'll break, you're fuckin' weak (Pussy)
I'll fight y'all niggas, y'all niggas go to sleep (Go to sleep)
I'll kill you niggas, make sure you don't breathe (Don't breathe)
I'll kill you niggas, make sure you don't breathe (Don't breathe)

Ayy, ayy
Billy Boy, Billy Boy
Billy Boy, Billy Boy
Whoa, ayy, uh, ayy

Billy Boy, big boy, want war (You want war)
Niggas hidin', "Knock, knock," through the door (Through the door)
Shootin' out the window, bitch, on the floor (On the floor)
Bitches comin' from the back of the store (Of the store)
Silly bitch, silly slut, silly whore (Silly whore)
I'm runnin' outta bullets, bitch, I got four (I got four)
I'm runnin' outta bullets, bitch, I need more (I need more)
Keep a big thing on my fuckin' waist (On my waist)

Ayy, hey, hey
Billy Boy, Billy Boy

Overall Meaning

In $NOT's song "BILLY BOY," the lyrics depict a confrontational and aggressive persona, addressing a character named Billy. The song starts with an apology, acknowledging that the intention is not to offend Billy but rather to educate and emphasize the importance of skills beyond firearms in the modern world. The lyrics suggest that Billy should engage in activities that promote personal growth, such as reading and writing, instead of relying solely on his proficiency with weapons. If he chooses not to do so, the lyrics sarcastically suggest that he can return to his previous life on the streets.

The following verses and chorus of the song continue with aggressive and boastful lyrics, highlighting the persona's violent nature and disregard for others. The lyrics emphasize the persona's willingness to engage in conflict and their proficiency with firearms. The repeated phrase "Billy Boy, big boy, want war" reinforces the aggressive tone and establishes the persona's desire for confrontation. The lyrics also refer to drug use, such as snorting cocaine, as a means of feeling powerful and dominant. The song overall presents a persona that is unapologetically violent, unafraid of consequences, and seeking dominance in every situation.

Some possible interpretations of these lyrics could be that they reflect a state of mind characterized by anger, aggression, and a lack of empathy. It may also be seen as a critique of a violent and confrontational culture that prioritizes physical prowess and weapons over personal growth and development.

Line by Line Meaning

Well, excuse me, Billy, very sorry to offend you...
Apologies, Billy, for any offense caused...

But we congregated here to learn to read and write.
Our purpose here is to gather and educate ourselves in literacy.

You need more than skill with a firearm to succeed in the new world, Billy.
Billy, in order to thrive in this new era, you require more than proficiency in handling weapons.

So take up the journal and start where the other boy Left off, or you can go straight back to your home on the streets
Either resume the journal where the previous person left off, Billy, or choose to return to your previous dwelling on the streets.

Billy Boy, big boy, want war (You want war)
Billy Boy, the prominent individual, desires conflict (you seek war).

Niggas hidin', 'Knock, knock,' through the door (Through the door)
Individuals are concealing themselves while issuing a forceful knock on the entrance.

Shootin' out the window, bitch, on the floor (On the floor)
Discharging firearms from the window, derogatory term, while someone is positioned on the ground.

Bitches comin' from the back of the store (Of the store)
Females making their way from the rear part of the establishment.

Silly bitch, silly slut, silly whore (Silly whore)
Foolish individual, foolish promiscuous person, foolish prostitute (ridiculous harlot).

I'm runnin' outta bullets, bitch, I got four (I got four)
I am depleting my ammunition, derogatory term, but I possess only four remaining rounds.

I'm runnin' outta bullets, bitch, I need more (I need more)
I am exhausting my bullet supply, derogatory term, and require additional ammunition.

Keep a big thing on my fuckin' waist (On my waist)
I consistently carry a substantial item affixed to my waist.

Bitches talkin' shit, shots to her face (To her face)
Derogatory term females engaging in defamatory speech shall receive projectiles directed towards their facial area.

Billy Boy want more, destroy (Destroy)
Billy Boy desires further encounters, aiming to ruin or demolish.

Any nigga in his mothafuckin' way (Out my way)
Any individual obstructing his path shall face severe consequences.

Bitch boy, pussy boy want smoke (He want smoke)
A weak and cowardly individual seeks confrontation and conflict (desires confrontation).

She feelin' high, you feelin' down, snort coke (Snort coke)
While she experiences euphoria, you suffer from sadness, indulge in the inhalation of cocaine.

I'm pullin' in a Ford, now I'm in a Jeep (I brought the Jeep)
I initially arrived in a Ford vehicle, but now I have transitioned to a Jeep (I have acquired the Jeep).

I got steez, I got the boom, I'm 'bout to sweep (I'm 'bout to sweep)
I possess style, I possess firepower, and I am prepared to thoroughly dominate or conquer (I am on the verge of dominating).

I'm 'bout to kill these pussy niggas, rest in peace (Rest in peace)
I am about to eliminate these weak individuals, may they find eternal rest (RIP).

Y'all niggas chumps, you'll break, you're fuckin' weak (Pussy)
You all are feeble and easily intimidated, you will crumble, as you lack strength (cowardly).

I'll fight y'all niggas, y'all niggas go to sleep (Go to sleep)
I am willing to engage in battle with all of you individuals until you surrender and fall unconscious (sleep).

I'll kill you niggas, make sure you don't breathe (Don't breathe)
I will terminate your lives, ensuring your inability to inhale (do not breathe).

Ayy, ayy
Expressing affirmation or agreement.

Billy Boy, Billy Boy
Addressing Billy Boy directly.

Billy Boy, Billy Boy
Continuing to address Billy Boy directly.

Whoa, ayy, uh, ayy
Expressing surprise or excitement, affirmation, uncertainty, affirmation.