The song takes its melody from the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic "My Favorite Things"; however, its lyrics feature a much darker undertone and reflect on the history of racism in the United States.
[1][2] Hill originally debuted the song as a spoken-word poem during her "Life is Good/Black Rage" tour with American rapper Nas in 2012.
It was later recorded and released on SoundCloud on August 20, 2014, during the Ferguson unrest that erupted following the police killing of Michael Brown.
The lyrics address the obstacles faced by Black people in the United States due to racism, educational inequality, racial violence, and psychological trauma.
As Slate observed, the song functions as both a lament and a call to action, blending deeply personal experiences with broader political statements.