Area Codes
Ludacris Lyrics


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I've got hoes
I've got hoes
In different area codes (area)
Area codes (codes)
Hoes, hoes, hoes
In different area codes (area)
Area codes (codes)
Now you thought I was just (hoes) 7-7-0 and 4-0-4?
I'm worldwide, bitch, act like y'all don't know
It's the abominable ho man
Globe-trot international postman
Neighbor-dick dope man
7-1-8's, 2-0-2's
I send small cities and states I-O-U's
9-0-1, matter fact 3-0-5
I'll jump off the G4, we can meet outside
So control your hormones and keep your drawers on
'Til I close the door and I'm jumping your bones
3-1-2, 3-1-3 (oh), 2-1-5, 8-0-tree's (oh)
Read your horoscope and eat some hors d'oeuvres
Ten on pump one, these hoes is self serve
7-5-7, 4-1-0's, my cell phone just overloads

I've got hoes
I've got hoes
In different area codes (area)
Area codes (codes)
Hoes, hoes, hoes
In different area codes (area)
Area codes (codes, I've got hoes)

Now every day is a ho-liday
So stop the violence and put the .44 away, skeet, shoot a ho today
5-0-4, 9-7-2
7-1-tree, what you gon' do?
You checking out the scene, I'm checking a ho tonight
With perpendicular vehicular homicide
3-1-4, 2-0-1 (hey)
Too much green, too much fun (hey)
I bang cock in Bangkok
Can't stop, I turn and hit the same spot
Think not, I'm the Thrilla in Manilla
Schlong in Hong Kong
Pimp 'em like Bishop, Magic, Don Juan
Man, after Henny with a coke and a smile
I just pick up the motherfucking phone and dial
I got my condoms in a big ass sack
I'm slangin' this dick like a New Jack, biatch

Is it 'cause they like my gangsta walk? (Gangsta walk)
Is it 'cause they like my gangsta talk? (Gangsta talk)
Is it 'cause they like my handsome face? (Handsome face)
Is it 'cause they like my gangsta ways? (Gangsta ways, ooh)
Whatever it is, they love it
And they just won't let me be (won't let me be)
I handle my biz, don't rush me (area)
Just relax and let me be free (codes)
Whenever I call (I call), come running
2-1-2 or 2-1-3
You know that I ball (I ball), stop fronting (area)
Or I'll call my substitute freak (codes)

I've got hoes
I've got hoes
In different area codes (area)
Area codes (codes)
Hoes, hoes, hoes
In different area codes (area)
Area codes (codes)
I've got (uh) hoes

9-1-6, 4-1-5, 7-0-4
Shout out to the 2-0-6
Everybody in the 8-0-8
Ha, ah, 2-1-6, 7-0-2, 4-1-4
3-1-7, 2-1-4's and the 2-8-1's
3-3-4, 2-0-5, I see y'all
Uh, uh, 3-1-8 and the 6-0-1's, 2-0-tree
8-0-4, 4-0-2, 3-0-1
9-0-4, 4-0-7, 8-5-0
7-0-8, 5-0-2
Hoes in different area codes, know that
Southern Hoes-pitality, Norther Exhoes-ure
Haha, ho ridin' on the West Coast





Hey, dude, over here

Overall Meaning

In the song "Area Codes," Ludacris talks about having "hoes" (a derogatory word for women) in different area codes. He starts by stating that he has women in different area codes, and that he's worldwide. He mentions various area codes all over the US and even Bangkok, and boasts about his sexual prowess. He seems to have a lot of confidence in himself, and thinks that the women he hooks up with are just drawn to his gangsta status.


The lyrics of "Area Codes" can be interpreted as being misogynistic, as Ludacris objectifies women and reduces them to sexual objects. The song reinforces gender stereotypes, where women are seen as disposable and easily replaceable. Ludacris is also perpetuating the idea that men should be promiscuous, which can be harmful to public health by perpetuating the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Overall, the song can be seen as promoting toxic masculinity and sexism.


Line by Line Meaning

I've got hoes
Ludacris claims to have multiple female sexual partners


In different area codes (area)
These sexual partners are located in various geographical areas, identified by area codes


Area codes (codes)
Repetition of the phrase 'area codes' to emphasize the importance of geographic location in Ludacris' relationships


Hoes, hoes, hoes
Repetition of the word 'hoes' to further emphasize the theme of the song


Area codes (codes, hoes)
Reiteration of the importance of location in Ludacris' relationships and how they are defined by the presence of these women


Now you thought I was just 7-7-0 and 4-0-4?
Ludacris suggests that people may have underestimated the extent of his sexual exploits and presence in different areas


I'm worldwide, bitch, act like y'all don't know
Ludacris asserts that he has sexual partners all over the world and demands recognition for his accomplishments


It's the abominable ho man
Ludacris proudly labels himself as a promiscuous man


Globe-trot international post man
Ludacris describes himself as traveling all over the world to deliver his 'post' (i.e. sexual pleasure) to women in various areas


Neighbor-dick dope man
Ludacris plays on the phrase 'dope man' to indicate that he is a highly sought-after sexual partner in his neighborhood


7-1-8s, 2-0-2's
Ludacris lists different area codes where he has sexual partners


I send small cities and states I-O-U's
Ludacris suggests that he travels to areas to engage in sexual activity and then leaves without paying attention to the consequences of his actions


9-0-1, matter fact 3-0-5
Ludacris appeals to women in these different area codes to engage in sexual activity


I'll jump off the G4, we can meet outside
Ludacris offers to fly to different areas to meet with his sexual partners


So control your hormones and keep your drawers on
Ludacris demands that the women he engages with must practice self-control and maintain their clothing


'Til I close the door and I'm jumping your bones
Ludacris explains that he will only engage in sexual activity after his sexual partners have met his expectations


3-1-2, 3-1-3 (oh), 2-1-5, 8-0-tree's (oh)
Ludacris continues to list different area codes where he has sexual partners


Read your horoscope and eat some hors d'oeuvres
Ludacris suggests that women can engage in sexual activity with him while still carrying out their regular activities (such as reading horoscopes and eating hors d'oeuvres)


Ten on pump one, these hoes is self serve
Ludacris compares the process of women fueling their cars to self-serving women who engage in sexual activity with him


7-5-7, 4-1-0's, my cell phone just overloads
Ludacris suggests that he is in high demand in different areas and his phone is constantly ringing because of the women who want to have sexual relationships with him


Now everyday is a ho-liday
Ludacris implies that every day is an opportunity for him to engage in sexual activity with different women


So stop the violence and put the .44 away, skeet, shoot a ho today
Ludacris ironically suggests that instead of engaging in violent behavior, individuals should resort to having sexual engagements with women


5-0-4, 9-7-2
Ludacris borrows from previous lines and continues to list different area codes where he has sexual partners


7-1-3, what you gon' do?
Ludacris challenges women in this area code to decide whether or not they will engage in sexual activity with him


You checking out the scene, I'm checking a ho tonight
Ludacris suggests that while others may be observing an area, he is focused on finding a sexual partner


With perpendicular vehicular homicide
Ludacris describes his driving as deadly (verging on homicide) as he seeks out sexual partners


3-1-4, 2-0-1 (hey)
Ludacris continues his list of area codes


Too much green, too much fun (hey)
Ludacris suggests that he has both money and pleasure, both of which enable him to engage in sexual activity with different partners


I bang cock in Bangkok
Ludacris suggests that he has sexual partners even in international cities like Bangkok


Can't stop, I turn and hit the same spot
Ludacris suggests that he has found a particular spot in which he is successful in finding sexual partners


Think not, I'm the Thrilla in Manilla
Ludacris compares himself to Muhammad Ali in his ability to win over women's affection


Schlong in Hong Kong
Ludacris uses an explicitly sexual phrase to explain his global reach in finding sexual partners


Pimp 'em like Bishop, Magic, Don Juan
Ludacris compares himself to famous pimps, known for their ability to charm and attract women


Man, after Henny with a coke and a smile
Ludacris describes his preference for drinking Hennessy


I just pick up the motherfucking phone and dial
Ludacris implies that sexual partners are readily available to him, and he simply dials a number to find one


I got my condoms in a big ass sack
Ludacris brags about carrying around a bag filled with condoms


I'm slangin' this dick like a New Jack, biatch
Ludacris compares himself to drug dealers in his ability to 'slang dick'


Is it 'cause they like my gangsta walk? (Gangsta walk)
Ludacris suggests that his confident mannerisms are appealing to women


Is it 'cause they like my gangsta talk? (Gangsta talk)
Ludacris plays on the idea that his rap style is appealing to women


Is it 'cause they like my handsome face? (Handsome face)
Ludacris suggests that his good looks are appealing to women


Is it 'cause they like my gangsta ways? (Gangsta ways, ooh)
Ludacris continues to play on his 'gangsta' persona and the ways in which it might appeal to women


Whatever it is, they love it
Ludacris implies that he doesn't know exactly why women are drawn to him, but he enjoys the attention


And they just won't let me be
Ludacris suggests that women are constantly pursuing him


I handle my biz, don't rush me
Ludacris asserts that he takes his time in engaging with women, and doesn't appreciate being rushed


Just relax and let me be free
Ludacris suggests that women should allow him to engage with them in whatever way he wants


Whenever I call (I call), come running
Ludacris implies that women are always eager to engage in sexual activity with him


2-1-2 or 2-1-3
Ludacris lists different area codes where he can find willing sexual partners


You know that I ball (I ball), stop fronting
Ludacris asserts that he is successful and popular, so women should not pretend not to know about him


Or I'll call my substitute freak (hoes)
Ludacris suggests that he has a backup sexual partner in case the one he intends to engage with isn't interested


9-1-6, 4-1-5, 7-0-4
Ludacris continues his list of area codes where he can find willing sexual partners


Shout out to the 2-0-6
Ludacris gives a shoutout to another area code where he can find willing sexual partners


Everybody in the 8-0-8
Ludacris addresses this specific area code, implying that there are many women there who would be interested in having sexual relationships with him


Ha, ah, 2-1-6, 7-0-2, 4-1-4
Ludacris continues to list different area codes where he can find willing sexual partners


3-1-7, 2-1-4's and the 2-8-1's
Ludacris lists yet more area codes where he can find willing sexual partners


3-3-4, 2-0-5, I see y'all
Ludacris concludes his list of area codes and implies that he is always looking for more sexual partners


Uh, uh, 3-1-8 and the 6-0-1's, 2-0-tree
Ludacris continues to list yet more area codes where he can find willing sexual partners


8-0-4, 4-0-2, 3-0-1
Ludacris concludes his list and emphasizes the multitude of area codes where he has sexual partners


Hoes in different area codes, know that
Ludacris summarizes the theme of the song and reminds his listeners that he has sexual partners in various locations


Southern Hoes-pitality, Norther Exhoes-ure
Ludacris plays on the phrases 'southern hospitality' and 'northern exposure' to describe the regional differences in his sexual partners


Haha, ho ridin' on the west coast
Ludacris suggests that even on the opposite end of the country, he has sexual partners


Ya understand what I'm saying?
Ludacris challenges his listeners to comprehend the extent of his sexual exploits


Uh, uh, hocus pocus, you the dopest
Ludacris uses wordplay to suggest that his sexual partners are top-quality


Uh, hoes to the right, hoes to the left
Ludacris playfully suggests that sexual partners are present on both sides of him


Five hoes this time (woo)
Ludacris implies that he has multiple sexual partners at once


Ho no, haha
Ludacris uses humor to describe his sexual exploits


The Hip-Hop ho-llercoaster, that's what we we on right now
Ludacris uses wordplay to suggest that his life is like a rollercoaster, filled with sexual partners


Haha, no need to get all ho-stile, yeah, woo
Ludacris uses puns to describe the potential for hostility or jealousy among his sexual partners


Def Jam South, baby, Disturbing Tha Peace
Ludacris promotes his record labels at the end of the song


Jazze Pheezy, Uncle Face
Ludacris gives credit to the producers of the song


Ludacris, uh, hoes
Ludacris concludes the song with a final reference to his sexual partners




Lyrics Β© CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, THE MUSIC GOES ROUND, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Christopher Bridges, Billy Nichols, Nathan Hale, Phalon Alexander

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