“Who Cut My Son’s Hair” by MA Shalom is a gripping narrative song blending raw emotion, mystery, and social commentary. It tells the story of a mother’s shock and outrage after discovering that someone—without consent—cut her young son’s hair in a public place. What begins as a real-world incident quickly unfolds into a surreal chase for truth and justice, filled with symbolic undertones about identity, violation, and control.
The hook captures the heart of the song: a parent’s anguish and disbelief — “Who cut my son’s hair, who took his pride?” Hair becomes a symbol of self-worth, dignity, and cultural identity, making the act a deeply personal violation.
In the verses, the story unfolds like a cinematic sequence: a mother navigating chaos in a mall, chasing a mysterious woman who shifts her appearance, evading accountability. The imagery of transformation — hair changing color, clothes shifting shades — hints at deception, systemic evasion, and the elusive nature of justice.
The bridge intensifies the tension, blurring lines between reality and the surreal — suggesting that the incident may represent more than one event, possibly reflecting broader experiences of intrusion, misidentification, and loss of autonomy.
By the outro, the song leaves listeners unsettled yet reflective: was the culprit ever found, or was she a manifestation of something deeper — prejudice, power, or fear itself?