Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: hip-hop
Song Meaning of “NigHtmare on Figg St” by ScHoolboy Q
‘Nightmare on Figg St’ by Schoolboy Q is a cautionary tale about the dangers of the neighborhood. The track’s ominous hook and sombre, minimal production underscore the rapper’s musings on what life on the street is like: “Ain’t no nap time down on Figg Street, ain’t no play time, here at night, all we do is fight.” Schoolboy Q paints a vivid picture of the challenges young people living in these neighborhoods face on a daily basis, from gang violence and police officers to the ever-present temptations of drugs and alcohol. He acknowledges that he and his peers could use a helping hand but often lack a strong support system to do so. Additionally, he warns listeners against falling into the same traps as those living on Figg Street, citing it as a place of “fallin’ off but never gettin’ up” and a “trap house, but nobody ever make it back.” The song serves as a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of street life, and a testament to the need for hope and change.