Lupe Fiasco's music video for "Words I Never Said" tells a narrative about people being unable to say what they want due to restrictions from the system. The main character fights back against this system to save a woman in distress. While most rap videos feature flashy displays of wealth and women, this video takes a more political tone in criticizing restrictions on freedom of speech. It uses imagery like masked extras and video clips of world events to represent living under an oppressive system. The fast-paced editing and shaky camerawork help convey the theme of fighting against restrictions.