What does the band Hollywood undead mean when they say 188 minus 1 you know the figure in the song Apologize?

In the song "Apologize" by Hollywood Undead, the lyrics "188 minus 1, you know the figure" likely refer to the number 187. In American slang, "187" is a code used by police to indicate a homicide. Therefore, the band may be using this reference to convey a sense of violence or aggression in the song's lyrics.