Woodhull
Billy Woods Lyrics

Time turtles hurdled into
The passage of time feels slow and cumbersome, like turtles struggling to climb over obstacles.

Dante's first circle
Referring to a state of suffering or torment, comparable to the first circle of Hell in Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy.

Hundred meter hurdle, Pompeii, Wyckoff-Myrtle
Drawing parallels between track and field hurdles and the challenges faced in everyday life, mentioning specific locations that may symbolize struggle and destruction.

Homeless tempers flare over plastic chairs
The frustrations and tensions among the homeless population escalate, triggered by limited resources such as plastic chairs.

Half-squares bust down to heirs
Individuals who only possess half of what is necessary struggle to pass their limited resources down to their descendants.

Of which I'm aware
The singer acknowledges and understands these situations.

Blank stare, desk duty bored
The singer's expression and demeanor reflect boredom and disinterest while performing mundane desk duties.

Seen it all before all aboard, uninsured
Having witnessed similar situations in the past, the artist recognizes the predictable patterns and refers to a lack of proper insurance coverage or protection.

Test results rekindle faith in the lord
Receiving test results prompts the artist to regain faith in a higher power.

Gunshot wound shackled to gurney
A victim of a gunshot wound being physically restrained to a gurney for medical treatment.

Guarded by goons plead for attorney
Being guarded by intimidating individuals, the wounded person desperately appeals for legal representation.

"It's this or the tombs" Babylon cackle
A cynical response from those in power who mockingly suggest that the only options are prison or death, reminiscent of the oppressive system in Babylon.

Saturday morning cartoons
A contrast to the serious and harsh realities previously described, referring to a more carefree and innocent time.

Emergency room, beat, half dead
Arriving at the busy emergency room in a weakened and almost lifeless state.

Sand at the beach
A seemingly benign and ordinary observation about the presence of sand on the beach.

Beg for the priest, office pool
Asking for spiritual guidance while also mentioning the commonplace office pool, juxtaposing spiritual longing with mundane activities.

You won't last a week
Implying that survival in the given circumstances is highly unlikely or challenging.

Diabetes snatch the feet
Drawing attention to the debilitating effects of diabetes that can cause the loss of limbs, particularly the feet.

Take a number, gnash teeth
Encountering a system where one must wait in line, leading to frustration and clenched teeth in anger or disappointment.

Stab victim, clutchin' stomach
A person who has been stabbed, desperately holding their stomach in pain and shock.

Front of the line, that's a come up
Being at the front of the line is seen as a stroke of luck or advantage, representing progress or a desirable position.

Scalded baby, mom distraught
A distressed mother dealing with the aftermath of a scalding incident involving her baby.

Boyfriend cagey, crazy, sick rabies
Describing the erratic and suspicious behavior of a boyfriend, potentially with signs of mental illness or an aggressive nature.

Old lady's alone
Highlighting the loneliness and vulnerability of an elderly woman.

Bundled up against the cold feel bad
Expressing sympathy or pity for someone who needs to tightly bundle up against the cold.

But she best not go before me though
Indicating a selfish thought wherein the singer wishes to live longer than the mentioned elderly woman.

Ho yak on speakerphone
Referring to a derogatory term for a woman engaged in gossip or meaningless conversation, amplified through a speakerphone.

Extra triflin' like we really wanna know
Expressing annoyance towards someone who is behaving particularly annoying or nosy, pretending that others are interested in their actions.

Lady shook her head, said "Damn shame No training at home"
An unidentified woman disapprovingly comments on the lack of proper upbringing or education in the household, recognizing it as a regrettable situation.

No surprise neighbors trying to kick game
It is not unexpected that neighbors attempt to influence or manipulate others with their opinions or agendas.

She struck Heisman pose
A figurative description suggesting a defensive and guarded stance, like an athlete poised to protect themselves.

Eyes groping her thighs
Someone openly and inappropriately ogling or objectifying a woman's thighs.

I'm no better, close caption telenovela
The artist admits to their own flaws and acknowledges their involvement in voyeuristic behavior by watching subtitled soap operas.

Let me tell ya
Expressing the artist's eagerness to share their perspective or story.

Bed-Stuy, Do or Die, not just a rap line It's policy
Referring to Bed-Stuy (Bedford-Stuyvesant) neighborhood in New York City and emphasizing its significance beyond being a popular rap reference – indicating that it represents a harsh reality or unforgiving policy.

Fill out forms, retrieve they property
Completing bureaucratic paperwork in order to reclaim or obtain one's possessions.

Bent like apostrophe
Symbolizing a distorted or twisted shape similar to an apostrophe, implying something is not in its original or correct form.

All apologies outside Radiology
Apologies being made or expressed in a medical setting or department, specifically near the radiology department.