The Hood ft. Tiffany Villareal
Raekwon Lyrics

Some day, I know you'll be far away
The singer foresees a future where he will be apart from his hometown.

I'll be right here to stay, give me one day
Despite the singer's anticipation of separation from his hometown, he vows to stay true to his roots and asks for just one more day.

Baby, baby, don't, run away, come see me
The singer calls out for his hometown and asks it not to forget him, inviting it to come see him whenever possible.

Some day, I'll be right, here today, just give me love, Rae.
The artist expresses his desire to remain connected to his hometown and receive its love, even though he recognizes that one day he may have to leave.

To my hood, I'm always there for you
The artist affirms his loyalty and devotion to his hometown and its people.

Rain, hail, sleet, snow, and I'm there
The singer will follow through on his promise no matter the obstacles or challenges he may face.

For all the underprivileged, yo we here
The singer understands the struggles of the underprivileged in his hometown and promises to serve and uplift them.

My life is all in your soul, daily, since nana left us
The artist's life and identity are intimately tied to his hometown, and this connection has only grown stronger since the passing of his grandmother.

She took all of your blessings, 'cause she been there
The artist attributes the blessings bestowed upon his hometown to the presence and influence of his grandmother.

My life change, yo, could never though be without you, yo
The artist acknowledges the transformative power his hometown has had on his life.

It's strange when I want it to rain
The singer relishes in the unique quirks and idiosyncrasies of his hometown that he cannot experience anywhere else.

On my best friend's grooming, we all had visions of you
The artist recalls fond memories shared with his best friend in their hometown, and how their experiences have shaped their view of their beloved community.

We broke nights, God, knowing you cared
The singer and his community have been through tough times together and found solace in the support and care provided by their hometown.

Peace, nigga, only for a minute and I'mma break out
Despite his love for his hometown, the singer feels the need to explore and venture out, even if only temporarily.

Come back and kiss you on your feet, here
The singer plans to return to his hometown and show his respect and devotion by kissing its soil.

I love my hood, I love my niggaz, there, yo
The artist's love extends not only to his hometown but also to the people who call it home.

The older we get, we understand, you might tear
As the artist grows older, he recognizes that his hometown may face challenges or decline, but his love for it will endure.

You keep the little young ones, happy, true
The singer understands that his hometown plays an important role in shaping the lives and happiness of the younger generation.

Graduations occurred, you look so pretty and new
The singer takes pride in his hometown's progress and its ability to continue to look fresh and new after all these years.

Look at the sky, all blue, all old people with you
The artist acknowledges the aging population of his hometown and takes comfort in the fact that its elders continue to be a part of its essence and character.

Facilities mailing, jail brothers miss you
The artist recognizes the heartache felt by his fellow community members who are unable to experience the beauty and comfort of their hometown due to being incarcerated.

Wow, it gets crazy when I think about the money you made me
The artist recognizes the financial opportunities his hometown has afforded him, and is amazed at the impact it has had on his life.

Slipped me away, but Jakes tried to rade me
The singer reflects on a time when he almost lost his hometown to outside forces, but was able to hold onto it with the help of his community.

Nighshifts, smokin' on spliffs, you kept yellin'
The artist recalls long nights spent in his hometown, smoking and enjoying the company of his community members who continued to remind him of the importance of their shared heritage.

"Carry your fifth, the down the block niggaz is gay"
The singer recalls humorous and somewhat scandalous moments in his hometown where people would joke around and playfully insult one another.

They keep police invadin' your space, we can't live
The singer acknowledges the harmful presence of police forces in his hometown and recognizes how that can create a sense of danger and instability.

Plus, they gassin' the mayor, them niggaz wanna give you away
The singer recognizes the threat posed by corrupt politicians and individuals who seek to sell out his hometown for their own gain.

We won't have that, suburban people mad at the fact
The artist and his community members are unwilling to let their beloved hometown fall prey to external forces or corruption, even if it means going against the wishes of outsiders or those who may not fully understand or appreciate it.

That you be gettin' more company then them, they just be scared of that
The artist recognizes that others may be envious of the abundance of love and affection his hometown receives and that this often drives their negative attitude towards it.

"Hood", look at your name, spell it backwards
The singer draws attention to the name of his hometown and a clever reversal of its letters to emphasize its importance and singularity.

Yo, "Dooh", that's what they yellin' in vain
The singer comments on the humorous and playful way his community members would intentionally mispronounce their hometown's reversed name.

You the realest, the most livest, flyest, you part of life
The artist uses a string of adjectives to describe his hometown's importance and centrality to his life and the lives of those around him.

I gotta give you love, 'cause you gave it God and life
The artist recognizes his hometown's divine nature and significance in shaping his existence, and in turn, resolves to continue to love and honor it.

Who ever said you ain't do right by me, they frontin', yo
The artist takes offense to anyone who doubts or questions his hometown's positive impact on his life and the lives of those around him.

They couldn't understand that we was a team
The singer recognizes the strong sense of community and collaboration fostered by his hometown and the mutual support system it created.

I used to come out, hear you words, talk to me, walk with me, brother
The artist reflects on the times he would spend alone in his hometown, hearing its wisdom and guidance and engaging in introspective, self-reflective walks.

Cool, try to be successful and dream
The singer sees his hometown as a source of motivation and inspiration to strive towards success and dream big.

The city lights is on, now, they wanna turn 'em off
The singer laments the idea of outsiders seeking to tarnish or destroy the beauty and allure of his hometown through their actions or policies.

Try'nna start some shit, actin' like you never made a penny for 'em
The singer recognizes how his hometown has contributed to the economic vitality of the region, despite certain people's attempts to discredit its importance.

Dun, they doin' you dirty, we had Summer Youth for that, though
Despite the obstacles imposed by outside forces, the artist reminisces on the positive work and progress done by his community, even during difficult times like the Summer Youth program.

No need to cry, never get worried
The artist reassures his hometown that he is there for it and that there is no need to feel sorrow or anxiety.

You gon' live forever, word to mother
The singer affirms his belief in his hometown's enduring nature and promise that it will continue to live on.

'cause she raised you right, and you got fifty-one brothers
The singer attributes the strength and resilience of his hometown to the nurturing and guidance provided by the community's mothers and the deep bonds of kinship and brotherhood that exist among its members.

I sat with the trees and had conversations at bees
The artist speaks of his intimate and spiritual connection with nature in his hometown, and how he would often find solace and guidance in the wisdom imparted by bees and trees.

We talked about throwin' money up, landscapin' your knees
The artist humorously recalls conversations he would have with trees and bees about wanting to spend money on beautifying and adding to the natural charm of his hometown.

You forget that, something to talk about
The artist reminds his hometown to not forget the importance of maintaining its natural beauty and character, and encourages his community members to continue having important conversations about how to do so.

Show me where to take the check, pay these suckas off and be out
The singer expresses his frustration with those trying to undermine and exploit his hometown and vows to take action to protect it, even if that means paying off external forces trying to tear it down.

The'll never be another place, everybody happy to see
The artist recognizes the unique place his hometown holds in the hearts and minds of its inhabitants and the joy and love they feel upon returning to it.

That's why I keep coming back to you, peace
The singer affirms his commitment to his hometown and the comfort and tranquility it provides him, signing off with a message of peace.