: The lyrics contrast the lighthearted nature of "boys" with the harsh reality of global violence. According to Wikipedia , the song explores how "macho posturing plus poverty equals violence," specifically asking how many "no money boys" end up starting wars.
: The song features a 2,000-year-old drum beat known as "dupping," which M.I.A. recorded with a drum orchestra at the Panchathan Record Inn and AM Studios in India. M.I.A. - Boyz
: The song serves as a tribute to Jamaica, referencing specific local dance moves and locations like Laventille and Sugar Hill . Cultural Impact and Remixes : The lyrics contrast the lighthearted nature of