West Coast
Homeboy Sandman Lyrics


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Shelter and heat and doesn't seek much else
Featured in the sneak attack
Go to hell and back 'fore I repeat myself
Precision to double knot a junkie vein
From tying up hostages
My diet is lozenges and monkey brains
Agent of Hades wading through the red waters
Disillusioned and rueful and
Quadruple edged sword another clash
Another classic down the massive drain
Gene Kelly dancing in the acid rain
Beneath the moon, i penned the music for
The village getting raided
Play while lickin' shots
I’m still in shock from Ewing getting traded
While the Natives toast to better days
Sippin' lemonade made from the
Water where I waded
Meanwhile, I'll be looking down 'til all
The mushroom clouds have dissipated
After that, i'm looking 'round frowning at
The nightmare I've created
Seemingly random as a fallen leaf
Convincing vics to cut the shit and play
Some chicken is like pullin' teeth
Beneath the willow tree
My back against the trunk
I quench my thirst for blood and
Think up everything I ever thunk
I lace my trainers where they run
Amok and never runner up
Sawed off shotgun, hand on the pump word up
Sharpie for taggin' up my new forcefield
Inside my beard, I got a three-course meal
Inside my pad, i got a tube that gets two
Thousand different channels on demand
Beside the shelf I keep the pebble that
I snatched from out your hand
I keep a Bounty paper towel to soak
The blood from out my eye
Spit a watermelon seed and knock a
Drone from out the sky
So when some nitwit tryna dim your light
I'll be the stimuli
La da da da da da da, okay
I moved ahead from being on another level
'Bout to brush up on the steps I
Use for dancing with the devil
'Bout to go and cop some
Alka-Seltzer tablets for the seagulls
'Bout to sneak into a thousand
Different movies at the Regal all the while
I win entire tournaments without no cornermen
As soon as that gets boring
Then I'm born again
I'm speaking for the people that just wanna
Light a match and watch it burn
Who always peek at hide and seek and hardly
Speak except for speaking out of turn
I'm tryna break a curse
'stead I only make it worse
So don't get flustered, fuck it
I'ma make it work
I'm dealing with bruises and
Concussions from celebrity discussion
And seen Atreyu get KO'ed by the nothin'
Tomorrow I'm drowning rubber duckies
And smashing pumpkins
And kickin' puppies in public and
Then hopefully gettin' lucky
I'm folks with Moses, Jesus
And Moe, and Larry, and Curly
The freshest pair of kicks will
One day be dirty
And currently recording the cure
For the common courtesy
Each and every sentence is from
Serving a different sentence concurrently
Time that never softened
Another nail in the coffin
Imposters is accosted often and early
Thoroughly i was at it early on in the AM
Catching some rain or catching some rays
Came up with the cavemen
I's already rocking Ray-Bans in the playpen
Incognito ego, id, superego
With the amen all day credo
With the bald head, no chemo
Trapped where everybody dress the same like
The end of ¡Three Amigos!
But everybody know your name and that's neato





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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Homeboy Sandman's song "West Coast" are rich with imagery and wordplay, reflecting the artist's introspective and thought-provoking style. The song delves into themes of disillusionment, self-reflection, and the complexities of life.


The opening lines, "Shelter and heat and doesn't seek much else / Featured in the sneak attack / Go to hell and back 'fore I repeat myself," suggest that the singer is content with basic necessities but is also aware of the challenges they have faced in life. They have a precise and calculated approach to navigating difficult situations, as indicated by the reference to tying up junkie veins and hostages.


The lyrics continue to paint a vivid picture of the singer's mindset. References to Gene Kelly dancing in acid rain and raiding villages add to the sense of chaos and confusion. The mention of Patrick Ewing getting traded and sipping lemonade made from the water where the singer waded suggest a personal connection to the changing tides of life and the nostalgia for better days.


The song also touches on the singer's darker thoughts and actions. They mention looking down until mushroom clouds have dissipated, indicating a fascination with destruction. The reference to lacing trainers and a sawed-off shotgun suggests a preparedness for defense or aggression.


Throughout the lyrics, there is also a thread of defiance and a desire to challenge societal norms. The singer mentions convincing others to stop playing games and be authentic, as well as their amusement in knocking a drone from the sky.


Overall, "West Coast" presents a complex portrait of the singer's mindset and experiences, combining introspection, rebellion, and a sense of being caught between different worlds.


Line by Line Meaning

Shelter and heat and doesn't seek much else
Content with basic necessities and not desiring much else


Featured in the sneak attack
Highlighted in a surprise attack or ambush


Go to hell and back 'fore I repeat myself
Willing to face extreme hardships rather than repeating the same thing


Precision to double knot a junkie vein
Skillfully tying a knot on a drug addict's vein with great accuracy


From tying up hostages
Referring to restraining or controlling people who may not be willing participants


My diet is lozenges and monkey brains
Consuming cough drops and metaphorically indulging in unconventional and strange experiences


Agent of Hades, wading through the red waters
Metaphorically embodying a messenger of the underworld, navigating through dangerous and chaotic situations


Disillusioned and rueful and
Feeling disappointed and regretful


Quadruple edged sword, another clash
Describing a situation where multiple conflicting interests or factors lead to a confrontation


Another classic down the massive drain
Referring to a significant loss or failure


Gene Kelly dancing in the acid rain
Euphemism for enduring difficult circumstances with grace and style


Beneath the moon, I penned the music for the village getting raided
Creating a composition while witnessing chaos and destruction in a community


Play while lickin' shots
Engaging in violent actions while simultaneously participating in entertainment or creative endeavors


I'm still in shock from Ewing getting traded
Expressing surprise or disbelief over a significant event, using the example of a basketball player being traded


While the Natives toast to better days
Amidst challenging times, indigenous people celebrate hopes for a brighter future


Sippin' lemonade made from the water where I waded
Enjoying a refreshing beverage crafted from the same environment that was once endured


Meanwhile, I'll be looking down 'til all the mushroom clouds have dissipated
Observing from a position of caution and awareness until all signs of danger or destruction have subsided


After that, I'm looking 'round frowning at the nightmare I've created
Reflecting upon the negative consequences of one's own actions and feeling regretful


Seemingly random as a fallen leaf
Appearing unplanned or without purpose, similar to a leaf falling by chance


Convincing vics to cut the shit and play some chicken is like pullin' teeth
Encouraging victims or targets to engage in a risky challenge is extremely difficult and resistance is strong


Beneath the willow tree, my back against the trunk
Finding solace and support near a willow tree, symbolizing stability and comfort


I quench my thirst for blood and think up everything I ever thunk
Satisfying a desire for excitement or aggression, while simultaneously pondering all past thoughts and ideas


I lace my trainers where they run amok and never runner up
Strategically tying shoelaces to ensure they don't cause clumsiness or come undone, emphasizing the importance of always being the best


Sawed off shotgun, hand on the pump word up
Highlighting a powerful and intimidating weapon, emphasizing readiness and control


Sharpie for taggin' up my new forcefield
Using a marker to creatively mark or claim a personal space or protection


Inside my beard, I got a three-course meal
Humorously suggesting that there is an abundance of food or crumbs hidden within the beard


Inside my pad, I got a tube that gets two thousand different channels on demand
Having access to a wide variety of entertainment options through a television or streaming device


Beside the shelf I keep the pebble that I snatched from out your hand
Retaining a small memento or token as a reminder of a past encounter or victory


I keep a Bounty paper towel to soak the blood from out my eye
Having a practical solution to address injuries or wounds, demonstrating preparedness


Spit a watermelon seed and knock a drone from out the sky
Using a skillful and precise action, such as spitting a watermelon seed, to disrupt or destroy a technological device


So when some nitwit tryna dim your light, I'll be the stimuli
When someone foolish tries to diminish your brightness or potential, you can count on the singer to provide the motivation or encouragement


La da da da da da da, okay
An interjection indicating agreement or acceptance


I moved ahead from being on another level
Progressing and evolving beyond previous accomplishments or personal growth


'Bout to brush up on the steps I use for dancing with the devil
Preparing to refine or review the actions and strategies employed when engaging in risky or dangerous activities


'Bout to go and cop some Alka-Seltzer tablets for the seagulls
Intending to obtain a product that has a soothing or calming effect, even for unexpected recipients like seagulls


'Bout to sneak into a thousand different movies at the Regal all the while
Planning to secretly attend numerous film screenings at a specific theater chain, emphasizing enjoyment and adventure


I win entire tournaments without no cornermen
Achieving victory and success independently, without the need for assistance or support from others


As soon as that gets boring, then I'm born again
Once a situation becomes uninteresting or predictable, the singer seeks novelty or reinvention


I'm speaking for the people that just wanna light a match and watch it burn
Representing those who derive satisfaction or intrigue from simple acts of destruction or chaos


Who always peek at hide and seek and hardly speak except for speaking out of turn
Describing individuals who prefer to observe rather than actively participate, only vocalizing their thoughts when it's inappropriate or untimely


I'm tryna break a curse, 'stead I only make it worse
Attempting to break a negative cycle or pattern but unintentionally exacerbating the situation


So don't get flustered, fuck it, I'ma make it work
Urging others not to become overwhelmed or discouraged, expressing determination to find a solution


I'm dealing with bruises and concussions from celebrity discussion
Experiencing metaphorical injuries and exhaustion from engaging in conversations or debates about famous individuals


And seen Atreyu get KO'ed by the nothin'
Witnessing a formerly powerful or influential figure being defeated or destroyed by insignificant forces


Tomorrow I'm drowning rubber duckies and smashing pumpkins
Symbolically engaging in destructive or unconventional activities in the near future, possibly as a form of catharsis or rebellion


And kickin' puppies in public and then hopefully gettin' lucky
Expressing a sarcastic or exaggerated desire to behave cruelly or harmlessly, followed by seeking positive outcomes or good fortune


I'm folks with Moses, Jesus and Moe, and Larry, and Curly
Claiming familiarity or connection with significant historical, religious, and comedic figures


The freshest pair of kicks will one day be dirty
Acknowledging the inevitable wear and tear or deterioration of brand new and fashionable footwear


And currently recording the cure for the common courtesy
In the process of creating a solution or remedy for the lack of polite or respectful behavior in society


Each and every sentence is from serving a different sentence concurrently
Stating that every line or statement comes from experiencing different punishments or periods of confinement simultaneously


Time that never softened, another nail in the coffin
Time that remains harsh or unyielding, symbolizing the passage of life and adding to the burden or demise


Imposters is accosted often and early
False or deceptive individuals regularly face confrontation or scrutiny, starting at an early stage


Thoroughly I was at it early on in the AM
Expressing an active involvement or dedication to a particular activity, even during early morning hours


Catching some rain or catching some rays
Taking advantage of both rainy and sunny weather, embracing different experiences


Came up with the cavemen, I's already rocking Ray-Bans in the playpen
Claiming to possess avant-garde fashion or style preferences since infancy, using the example of wearing Ray-Ban sunglasses


Incognito ego, id, superego
Maintaining a hidden or concealed identity while still possessing the psychological components of ego, id, and superego


With the amen all day credo
Emphasizing a personal belief system or philosophy, consistently adhering to principles emphasizing agreement or approval


With the bald head, no chemo
Having a shaved head without needing medical treatment such as chemotherapy


Trapped where everybody dress the same like the end of ¡Three Amigos!
Feeling confined in an environment where everyone conforms and dresses similarly, likening it to a scene in the film '¡Three Amigos!'


But everybody know your name and that's neato
Indicating that despite the homogeneous appearance, people still recognize and acknowledge one's individuality and identity


Uh
An interjection denoting hesitation or uncertainty in speech




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