Lyrics
Okay, what Stagger Lee say
Stagger Lee is mentioned as someone who issues warnings or threats.
You're gonna end up dead
A warning of the consequences, suggesting that not heeding Stagger Lee's words will lead to death.
Mr motherfucker, you know who I am
Stagger Lee asserts his identity as a significant figure.
You're gonna end up dead
Reiterating the warning that failure to recognize Stagger Lee will result in death.
From the depths of the 400 club
Referring to a place, possibly with significance to Stagger Lee.
To the rivers running red
Imagery implying violence and bloodshed, suggesting a threatening environment.
Stacks 'em high, he's 44 stagger Lee
Describing Stagger Lee as someone who handles or accumulates a lot of something, possibly money or power.
Like a Chinese whisper words spread around
Metaphorically spreading rumors or information about Stagger Lee.
He's walking tipsy never to be found
Describing Stagger Lee's drunken or unsteady demeanor, possibly implying his elusive nature.
Mr motherfucker, you know who I am
Reiterating Stagger Lee's assertion of identity.
You're gonna end up dead
Reiterating the warning of death if one disregards Stagger Lee.
Mr motherfucker, you know who I am
Reiteration of Stagger Lee's identity and the consequent threat.
You're gonna end up dead
Reiteration of the warning of death for not acknowledging Stagger Lee.
Gotta say that bad man you see
Describing Stagger Lee as a notorious or infamous figure.
So damn bad in the summer
Emphasizing Stagger Lee's bad nature even in hot weather.
The flies stay from Stagger Lee
Symbolizing how even insects avoid Stagger Lee due to his bad reputation.
Gotta say that bad man you see
Reiteration of Stagger Lee's notorious character.
So damn bad in the winter
Emphasizing Stagger Lee's bad nature even in cold weather.
The snow don't fall off Stagger Lee
Symbolizing how snow doesn't fall on Stagger Lee, perhaps metaphorical of his immunity or invincibility.
Have you heard about that bullet
Reference to a bullet that arrives in town, possibly a metaphor for impending danger or violence.
That come to town
Searching for the source of the impending threat or danger.
Are you looking for for that bullet
Continuation of the search for the potential threat.
It must be found
Emphasizing the importance of finding and dealing with the potential threat.
You're gonna end up dead
Repetition of the warning of death for ignoring Stagger Lee's identity and power.
You're gonna end up dead
-You're gonna end up dead
-You're gonna end up dead
-You're gonna end up dead
-You're gonna end up dead
-You're gonna end up dead
-You're gonna end up dead
-Mr motherfucker, you know who I am
Reiteration of Stagger Lee's assertion of identity and the consequent threat of death.
You're gonna end up dead
Reiteration of the warning that not recognizing Stagger Lee will result in death.
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