Discover the story of the song > Appetite For Destruction – N.W.A.

The lyrics describe the protagonist's desire for violence and murder, and how he feels he must do these things to earn respect and survive on the streets. He also talks about the fact that many people, especially those who are not black, do not understand the realities of life in a city, and that he is willing to do whatever it takes to protect himself and his way of life. The chorus repeats the phrase "appetite for destruction", emphasizing the protagonist's dangerous and destructive nature.