Who do you Voodoo, Bitch?
Sam B (Dead Island)
The Menacing Beat of Sam B's Voodoo
The song "Who do you Voodoo, Bitch?" by the fictional character Sam B from the video game Dead Island is a dark and aggressive track that blends horror themes with hip-hop elements. The lyrics are filled with macabre imagery and references to voodoo, a form of spirituality that originated in West Africa and was transported to the Americas through the transatlantic slave trade. The song serves as a character theme for Sam B, a one-hit-wonder rap star from the game, who finds himself in the middle of a zombie apocalypse on the fictional island of Banoi.
The lyrics depict Sam B as a powerful figure who is not afraid of the undead, boasting about his zombie army and his invulnerability to their attacks. The repeated chorus, "Who do you voodoo, bitch?" is a taunt to the zombies and possibly other survivors, suggesting that he has supernatural control and is not to be trifled with. The song's aggressive tone and references to violence, such as cutting off heads and drinking blood, underscore the chaotic and brutal environment of Dead Island, where survival is the main goal.
Culturally, the song plays with the exoticism and mystique of voodoo practices, using them as a metaphor for the character's strength and resilience. The mention of Papa Shango and Baron Samedi, both figures associated with voodoo lore, adds authenticity to the character's connection with the spiritual world. The song's dark humor and bravado provide a stark contrast to the grim reality of the game's setting, making it a memorable anthem for the character and the game itself.