Speedway Sonora
Banks & Steelz Lyrics


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I shot the wolf with a silver bullet
He didn't think that I would pull it
Tried to block the path I was headed
I'm tryin' to get back on my good foot
They scratching the back of the good book
Shit little nigga that's a good look
Black hooded
40 acres of land developed, 40 acres wooded
So much wrong we don't know where to put it
Follow the rainbow, a pot to cook with
I'll call Paul to Bank it
40 tails up at the banquet
Plus he had Snow White's blanket
All they talk was body language
Don't prison the pauper
They both got vanquished
T-t-t-time to die, we causin' damage

Speedway Sonora
It's just somewhere to fly
It's just a sky like
Armies race
Somewhere way up high
On the sight lines
The concrete
All the ways (Speedway)
Everyday
Everyday

Ay yo
I paved the path many warriors walk on
Black hawk and my plague is stomped on
Lightning bolt strikes the horizon
Deep in the woods spent time with the wise men
Slightly on site and my chi energy, it keeps on risin'

Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone (hahaha)
Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone
Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone (hahaha)

Speedway Sonora
It's just somewhere to fly
It's just a sky like
Armies race
Somewhere way up high
On the sight lines
The concrete
All the way
We say it's alright
I wonder where you hide
Across the sky
No boundaries babe
It's just a read you lie
Summer's wide eyed
Bomb bombardier
All the way
Everyday

Speedway Sonora
It's just somewhere to fly
Across the sky like
Found dream state
I wonder where you hide
It's always bright light
Surrounding

All the way
Speedway
Speedway
Speedway
Speedway

Speedway Sonora
It's just somewhere to fly
It's just a sky like
Armies race
Somewhere way up high
There's always bright lights shining
On me

Speedway
Speedway
Speedway
Speedway




Speedway
Speedway

Overall Meaning

The song is cluttered with abstract imagery and metaphors, but it appears to be about the struggles of trying to navigate through life and facing obstacles that get in your way. The lyrics "I shot the wolf with a silver bullet, he didn't think that I would pull it" implies defeating something that was trying to stop you. Banks & Steelz then touches on societal issues with lines such as "So much wrong we don't know where to put it" and "Follow the rainbow, a pot to cook with", suggesting a yearning for change in society. The chorus "Speedway Sonora, It's just somewhere to fly" could be interpreted as a metaphor for escapism or a desire to flee from problems.


The song then goes on to touch on themes of spirituality and nature, with lyrics such as "Deep in the woods spent time with the wise men" and "Slightly on site and my chi energy, it keeps on risin'". The line "Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone" is a reference to an old Asian tradition, where tigers were believed to represent strength, power, and fierceness.


Line by Line Meaning

I shot the wolf with a silver bullet
I defeated my enemy with a well-placed shot


He didn't think that I would pull it
My enemy underestimated my resolve and ability to succeed


Tried to block the path I was headed
My enemy attempted to impede my progress


I'm tryin' to get back on my good foot
I'm working towards putting myself in a better position


They scratching the back of the good book
They're trying to find justification or support for their actions in the Bible


Shit little nigga that's a good look
That could be advantageous for you, my friend


Black hooded
Wearing a black hood as a disguise


40 acres of land developed, 40 acres wooded
I own a large property with both developed and natural areas


So much wrong we don't know where to put it
There's too many problems and we don't know how to address them


Follow the rainbow, a pot to cook with
Keep seeking opportunities and you'll find something useful


I'll call Paul to Bank it
I'll contact Paul to arrange a financial transaction


40 tails up at the banquet
There were 40 distinguished guests at the dinner party


Plus he had Snow White's blanket
He had something valuable or noteworthy (possibly relating to the fairy tale Snow White)


All they talk was body language
They communicated without words through physical expressions and gestures


Don't prison the pauper
Don't punish the poor person


They both got vanquished
Both sides experienced defeat


T-t-t-time to die, we causin' damage
It's time for someone to face the consequences of their actions, which have resulted in destruction


Speedway Sonora It's just somewhere to fly It's just a sky like Armies race Somewhere way up high On the sight lines The concrete All the ways (Speedway) Everyday Everyday
The Speedway Sonora is a location for racing in the sky, visible from the ground below, and this happens regularly


Ay yo I paved the path many warriors walk on Black hawk and my plague is stomped on Lightning bolt strikes the horizon Deep in the woods spent time with the wise men Slightly on site and my chi energy, it keeps on risin' Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone (hahaha) Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone Bob the Huntsman, sip tiger bone (hahaha)
I'm a trailblazer who has overcome obstacles and now embodies power and strength, having spent time learning from wise mentors and cultivating inner energy. Bob the Huntsman drinks tiger bone as a symbol of his toughness and resilience.


I wonder where you hide Across the sky No boundaries babe It's just a read you lie Summer's wide eyed Bomb bombardier All the way Everyday
There's a sense of mystery and wonderment, as if searching for someone or something across the expanse of the sky. There are no limits or constraints, just endless possibilities. The summer season is exciting and full of possibilities, like a bomber plane ready for takeoff.


Speedway Sonora It's just somewhere to fly Across the sky like Found dream state I wonder where you hide It's always bright light Surrounding All the way Speedway Speedway Speedway Speedway Speedway Speedway
The Speedway Sonora is a location that imbues a sense of freedom and surrealism, comparable to a dream state. There's a pervasive sense of brightness and lightness that surrounds everything, and the Speedway is a prominent feature of the landscape.




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT F. DIGGS, PAUL JULIAN BANKS

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@georgeam7974

2023 and still rocking fresh ๐Ÿ‘Œ๐Ÿผ

@amiyah1122

This is a blessing for a shitty day in the office that is about to start.

@baudelaire8193

amen

@tilmunsword

Yeah, it finally grew on me! I love this song in the morning and as soon as I get off.

@yussmontiel2506

Rigo tovarr

@SleepFan771

Glad to hear RZA rapping again.

@dezertbanditz

Me too yo. He really didn't rap much on last two Wu albums and Digi Snacks was in 08. This is a great collaboration.

@bradleypollard7035

I had to buy this album since I own all of Interpol`s and Paul`s solo albums. I also think the idea of having such a talent as Paul ( my favorite artist) and such a Legend like RZA collaborating was brilliant.

@FernandoMartini13

La voz de Paul es de otro nivel, gran complementaciรณn con Steelz. TE TE TE TEMAZO.

@MUSICMOVIETRIVIA

This is my favorite song off this album....I just saw them live at ACL and they were AMAZING!!!!! Like Paul and Rza are making this shit happen. In love with this colabo.....

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