Anya Stehr
Feb 13, 2025
What do the Fugees mean by "Haitian Sicilian"?
Hi MyBestAnswer members,
I have a question about the Fugees' song "Haitian Sicilian." Could you explain what they mean by this term? I'm curious to understand the context and significance behind it. Thank you in advance for your insights!
1 Answers
Feb 13, 2025
Part of the lyrics from the Fugees' song, How Many Mics, states: Momma always told me "You're one in a million"; Always watch your back, never tangle with Haitian Sicilians.
Regarding the reference to Haitian Sicilians, a contributor on Genius.com explains:
Stereotypically, Haitians and Sicilians are often involved in Mafia-like organized crime, which is prevalent in New York. Wyclef refuses to go down that road, thus remaining free to pursue his life without the mafia's interference.
Another contributor posted:
The line is "Haitian-Sicilians." It is a jab at African Americans (Haitians being black) who try to emulate mafioso gangster types. Sicily is the origin of the mobsters who immigrated to the USA.
How Many Mics appeared on "The Score," the Fugees’ multi-platinum 1996 album. J. Period mentioned that a conversation he had with Wyclef inspired some of the rapper’s lyrics for this song.... Show More
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