"Hellterskkkelter" is a song by Esham, an American rapper known for his horrorcore style. The song represents Esham's rebellious and aggressive persona, showcasing his dark and violent thoughts. The lyrics are filled with explicit language and graphic descriptions, reflecting themes of murder, insanity, and vengeance. The song opens with Esham expressing his return to the music scene with a defiant attitude, comparing himself to Ice-T and claiming that he should have been killed the previous year. He also mentions being in the company of his brother Esham and feeling empowered. Esham then goes on to describe his disturbed mental state and his desire to harm a priest. He reflects on his symptoms of insanity and likens himself to the fictional character Michael Myers from the "Friday the 13th" series. Esham's rage manifests through his music, as he claims to wreck everything when he performs, and questions how many cops he can kill. The chorus of the song emphasizes the message of murder, with Esham warning that if you don't kill him, he will kill you. The repeated phrase "Red Rum" is a reference to the word "murder" spelled backward, made famous by the horror novel and film adaptation "The Shining." Continuing on, Esham boasts about his expertise in violence, calling himself an expert and a "black devil" with a penchant for causing harm. He expresses his contempt for the Ku Klux Klan and encourages listeners to murder those who stand in the way. The lyrics become more chaotic as Esham talks about hallucinations, envisioning bloody bodies and contemplating suicide. He mentions special effects and seducing a nun, amplifying the grotesque and explicit nature of the song. Esham claims his actions are a result of being driven mad and declares himself a master of voodoo and black magic. The final part of the song is filled with aggressive taunts and threats toward an unnamed person. Esham asserts his dominance and proclaims himself as the one who gave them their vision. He ends the song by warning them of retribution if they try to confront him. Overall, "Hellterskkkelter" embodies Esham's horrorcore style and his exploration of dark and violent themes. The song showcases his provocative and confrontational lyrical approach, designed to shock and challenge societal norms.
