Homesick
WC & The Mad Circle Lyrics
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3 for the niggas with the gangsta-ass beats
A .45, cause I'm up to no good
6 plus 4 plus 1 for the hood
Steppin outside in my fresh K Swiss
Khakis on crizzack, t-shirt on thick
Jumped in my ride, and I'm leanin to the side
An hour rollin west on the 105
Bumpin the oldies, lookin for the muthafuckin homies
Cause it's the weekend, ain't no sleepin
Hoodrats and dub sacks is what I'm seekin
Moved out the hood a couple of years ago
But still I can't let it go
Like bomb cock, it's got me comin back for mo'
Nigga, my neighborhood, a/k/a the Asphalt Killing Fields
I can't stay
I just can't stay away
Now as I cruise by the park, niggas hit me up
And since I'm true to mine, nigga, I'm givin it back up
Shit, I gives a fuck, nigga, this is straight
H-double o-d-s-t-a all mutthafuckin dizzay
Hit the curve on the bend
Jack the ass up, hung a left, now I'm cruisin up Wilton
Beatin, bass beatin, speakers screamin
Leanin, steady leanin, peepin the scene, and
Scoop teens in jeans, tip off the hat
Nigga, where's the ho's at, where's the ho's at?
I hear the party's tonight at Terminal Island
But first I'm steppin to Steven's for some chili juice fries, and
Now we on our way to the spot
16 batteries, 4 pumps, you tell me if this shit'll pop
Too old for this - never
Even if my pubic hairs were grey
I can't stay away
I just can't stay away
There's no place like home
There's no place like home
Can't stay away from the hood too long
Pulled at a party, and I'm hittin a switch
Because my shit it hot, hoes all on my dizznick
Jealous niggas callin me out
Now what's this all about?
Muthafuckas pullin they money out
But they don't wanna see me, nigga, I'm showin off chrome
40 inch a lift, fool, gettin my clown on
One lift, two lift, look, now I'm standin it up
Backin niggas up while I'm hittin the square dumps
Damn, it musta been a full moon
Cause tonight I was actin a muthafuckin fool
Till the party got turned out, and niggas started bustin
So we headed back to the hood, lookin for somethin else to do
But that's when one-time jacked and pulled us over
And took me to jail for a warrant back in October
But the county's so fool, I be out in three days
Right back at it again, I can't stay a...
I can't stay away
I just can't stay away
The lyrics of "Homesick" by WC & The Mad Circle paint a vivid picture of the artist's deep connection to his neighborhood. The opening lines highlight the allure of the streets and the gangster lifestyle, with references to guns, fashion, and cruising around the city. Despite moving out of the hood, the artist feels drawn back to the familiar environment that shaped him, likening it to a powerful force that pulls him back time and time again.
The mention of the Asphalt Killing Fields suggests the danger and violence present in the artist's neighborhood, yet he cannot resist the pull of returning. He describes encountering old friends and immersing himself in the familiar rhythms of the weekend, seeking out the company of his homies and indulging in the party scene. The sense of nostalgia and familiarity is palpable in the lyrics, as the artist grapples with the conflicting emotions of love and frustration towards his neighborhood.
The artist's commitment to his roots is palpable in the lyrics, as he proudly represents his hood and engages in traditional activities such as hitting switches in his car and showing off his customized ride. Despite acknowledging his age and maturity, he refuses to let go of the thrill and excitement of his past, even in the face of potential conflicts and run-ins with the law. The repeated refrain of "I can't stay away" reflects the internal struggle between the pull of the familiar and the desire to break free from the cycle of returning to his old stomping grounds.
Overall, "Homesick" is a complex exploration of identity, loyalty, and the enduring ties that bind us to our roots. Through gritty imagery and raw storytelling, the artist captures the bittersweet essence of being caught between the comfort of home and the need for growth and change. The lyrics serve as a poignant reflection on the lure of the streets, the power of nostalgia, and the eternal tug-of-war between past and present in shaping one's sense of self.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Abiodun Oyewole, Bill O Laswell, George Jr. Clinton, Jerome Gilbert Huling, Melvin Glover, William Earl Collins
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