The meaning of the lyrics of the song "Words of Wisdom (Interlude)" by the artist "Wyclef Jean"

In "Words of Wisdom (Interlude)," Wyclef Jean uses satire to address the issue of injustice and police brutality, particularly towards Black men.

He employs a hyperbolic example of a late-night phone call from a strange woman, which results in the lyrical protagonist being accused of rape and arrested. The repetition of the word "rape" emphasizes the absurdity of the situation: the protagonist is accused of a crime he did not commit, and his attempts to explain himself are met with aggression and indifference from the police officer.

The phrase "think with your brain, not your gat" alludes to the stereotypical perception of Black men as dangerous and prone to violence. Wyclef subverts this stereotype by suggesting that the real "gat" is the prejudice and brutality of the law enforcement system.

The closing line "Nobody is safe from this" is a sobering reminder that such situations can happen to anyone, regardless of their race, social status, or personal qualities.