WTF
Erick The Architect Lyrics

He sends a blow to every Black American
This person is referring to an individual who is sending a negative message to all Black Americans

Black people in United States, that's what he was sayin'
The previous line was about Black people in the United States

Why, why is it a player to you?
The singer is questioning why this issue is being downplayed

Because he's a part of me
The artist is saying that they are personally affected by this issue

Because he looks like me
The artist is saying that the individual being discussed looks like them, which only adds to their personal connection to the issue

And it scares me, he's a Black man and I'm a black man
The singer is expressing fear because they are also a Black man, and feel they could face similar treatment

I woke up to a voice that wasn't my own (wake up)
The singer is saying that they were awoken by a voice that they did not recognize

Couple feet from me, dirt, cement, and limestone
The artist is describing their surroundings

I heard the cries bellow from this woman dressed in black
The artist is hearing the cries of a woman who is dressed in black

Held her tears, as if we can reconfigure this or that (wish I could change)
The artist is feeling helpless and wishes they could change the situation

Not human, with multiple shots wounded
The singer is describing someone who has been shot multiple times and looks inhuman because of the injuries

The hooty hoos patrollin' the block, deploy the units
The artist is referring to police or law enforcement patrolling the area

They started shootin', they rendezvousing, only such a squad can do it
The singer is saying that the authorities started shooting and only a certain type of police squad is capable of doing so

And they foolish if they think that lootin' shit is all we doin' (stupid)
The singer is criticizing authorities who believe that all Black people do is loot and cause trouble

It's bigger issues brewin', I'm just tryin' to join the movement
The singer is saying there are larger issues at stake and they are trying to get involved in addressing them

I'm just tryin' to warn the students, we at war, it's more than music
The artist is saying they are trying to warn people about the seriousness of the situation and explain that there is more to it than just music

Damn, I'm humbled by the hindrance of man (uh-huh)
The artist is expressing humility in the face of humanity's struggles and limitations

Back and forth we've endured all the ignorance of man (uh-huh)
The singer is saying that humanity has faced a great deal of ignorance throughout history

Even in the smallest increments we bigger incident (bigger)
The singer is saying that even small incidents can have a larger impact on society

We gotta learn to embrace all the differences in hair
The artist is emphasizing the importance of accepting differences in appearance among people

I don't know (what?), He don't sound like all the other shit I'm playin'
The artist is uncertain or confused about the music they are hearing

I'm just sayin' we all fucked if we sinkin' in the sand, yeah
The artist is saying that everyone is in trouble if they continue in a negative direction

Brother, don't go outside
The singer is warning their brother not to leave the house

There's murderers left and right
The artist is saying there are murderers everywhere in their community

The rivers are running dry
The singer is saying the natural world is also in trouble

They fillin' em with our kind
The singer is saying that people are being put in danger or being harmed based on their identity

They're supposed to be on our side
The singer is saying that the authorities should be protecting them

I don't pray for nothin'
The artist is saying they don't typically pray

But if I did, I'd pray for everybody under the sun
The artist is saying that if they were going to pray, they would pray for everyone

'Cause we're all fucked, yeah
The singer is emphasizing that everyone is in trouble

Watchin' every day with your lyin' ass (watchin')
The singer is accusing someone of lying or being insincere

Couple cowards chillin', hid behind the bag (cowards)
The artist is calling out people they deem as cowards who are hiding behind their wealth or experiences

I won't comply, sucka man you know the type
The artist is saying they won't follow the rules and are stubborn like certain individuals

Reinforce my genes clone the test tubes with the prototype
The artist is saying they want to ensure that their beliefs or characteristics are continued through cloning

Stop you mid-sentence this is unforeseen senses (hold up)
The singer is interrupting someone and claiming what they are saying is unexpected

Plot and redistribute, open up that black business (come on)
The artist is saying they want to help Black businesses thrive

See all my guy's winning, free the people, photo finish
The singer is expressing joy at seeing their associates or friends succeed

But this is still a race you either with us or against us
The singer is emphasizing that there is a struggle happening in society and everyone has to choose a side

I, I, I wanna fight the censorship, they silence us with shots
The singer is saying they want to fight against censorship and police brutality

Not frequently enough to stop givin' what I got
The artist is saying they won't stop speaking out or giving their all, even if they face pushback or criticism

Because too many of us, too many of us rot
The artist is saying that too many people are struggling and suffering because of issues in society

Few have lived undetected by the demons from the top
The singer is saying that very few people have been untouched by the negative influences of those in power

Shadow lurkin' for the perfect murder
The singer is painting a vivid, dark picture of someone planning a perfect murder

Fuck with us, we gon' crash the server
The artist is saying that if someone messes with them, they are capable of shutting down their systems or networks

No Glocks, just Mr. Robot (yeah)
The artist is saying they don't need guns or violence, they can cause enough damage with technological skills

I hate to say its true, but I got evidence on you
The artist is saying they have proof of someone's wrongdoing, whether they like it or not

If we all fucked, yeah, best believe it's fuck you
The singer is saying that if everyone is in trouble or suffering, they will not hesitate to blame those who have caused or contributed to those issues

Where's the trust in being human?
The artist is questioning where the trust and empathy are for people in society

I don't see no love
The singer is expressing doubt or disappointment at the lack of love or compassion in the world

'Cause we're all fucked
The singer is reminding us once again that everyone is struggling in some way