"Hall Black" is a song by French rapper Guizmo, featuring Leto. The song is about life in the dark and dangerous neighborhoods of Paris, particularly in the area known as "Paname" (a slang term for Paris). The lyrics describe the harsh realities of living in these neighborhoods, such as drug dealing, police brutality, violence, and the constant risk of danger. Guizmo and Leto paint a vivid picture of their surroundings, mentioning the presence of criminals ("les racailles"), drug use and distribution ("les litrons de be-her, de te-shi"), police raids ("les perquis' à 6 heures pile"), and the daily risks they face ("chaque jour que Dieu fait, on prend des risques"). They also mention the lack of help or support from authorities or society ("aucune aide, les vestes se retournent"). The song reflects the artists' resilience and determination to survive in this challenging environment, where they have learnt to be less sensitive and settle for the minimum. They highlight the struggle to make a living through selling drugs ("on rentabilise dans la came et la musique") and emphasize the harshness and lack of humor in their lives ("Je rappe ma vie et wAllah, c'est pas marrant"). The chorus expresses the hardships they have faced and the sacrifices they have made, such as selling drugs while others were dying ("On a vendu d'la marron pendant qu'les autres, ils mouraient"). Overall, "Hall Black" portrays the realities of life in disadvantaged neighborhoods, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals living in such environments and their resilience in the face of adversity.
