Bando

Migos' song 'Bando' delves into the harsh and gritty realities of life in the trap, a term used to describe a place where drugs are sold. The repetitive chorus, 'Trapping out the house with the boards on the windows,' sets the scene of a dilapidated, abandoned house (bando) used for drug dealing. This imagery of boarded-up windows symbolizes secrecy and the need to stay hidden from law enforcement, emphasizing the dangerous and clandestine nature of their activities.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the daily hustle and the risks involved in the drug trade. References to 'bricks' and 'grams' highlight the scale of their operations, while lines like 'got white like Lindsay Lohan' use cultural references to describe the drugs being sold. The mention of 'Fuck twelve!' (a slang term for the police) underscores the adversarial relationship between the trappers and law enforcement, further illustrating the perilous environment they navigate.

Migos also touch on the financial rewards and the lifestyle that comes with trapping. Lines like 'Made a hundred stacks off the pots and pans' and 'All new Camaro with the black and red interior' showcase the wealth accumulated through their illicit activities. However, this wealth comes at a high cost, as indicated by the constant need for vigilance and the ever-present threat of arrest or violence. The song's raw and unfiltered portrayal of the trap life offers listeners a glimpse into a world that is often glamorized but fraught with danger and moral ambiguity.