It Ain't Punk Rock
Decoding Rebellion: It Ain't Punk Rock Until the Punk Rockers Approve
Lyrics
It ain't puck rock 'til the punk rockers say it's punk rock.
Authentic punk culture is defined by the acknowledgment and approval of those within the punk community.
It ain't puck rock 'til the punk rockers say it's punk rock.
Reiteration of the idea that punk culture's legitimacy is determined by the acknowledgment of punk enthusiasts.
Don't waste your time examining the mind of a stripper
Advising against investing time in understanding the thoughts of a stripper.
You're gonna get gripped in the grip of the gripper.
A warning that one will be ensnared by the person or thing doing the ensnaring.
It ain't puck rock 'til the punk rockers say it's punk
The assertion that punk culture isn't genuinely recognized until affirmed by punk enthusiasts.
Rock!
Emphatic repetition of "rock" for intensity or emphasis.
Rock!
-Rock!
-Rock!
-Number eighty-eight, number eighty-eight, number eighty-eight
Repetition of the number "88," potentially referencing something specific or used as a rhythmic element without direct meaning.
Number eighty-eight, number eighty-eight, number eighty-eight
-Why are all the white people filled with hate? (filled with hate)
Rhetorical question pondering the prevalence of hate within the white community.
Why do archeologists excavate? (excavate)
Rhetorical question about the actions of archaeologists exploring or digging up historical artifacts.
Number eighty-eight, number eighty-eight, number eighty-eight
Repetition of the number "88," potentially referencing something specific or used as a rhythmic element without direct meaning.
Number eighty-eight,
-Number eighty-eight,
-Number eighty-eight
-Loads can be made
There's a potential for significant profits to be made.
We should wrap this debate
Suggesting an end to a discussion or argument; implying a decision should be made.
So decide under the covers where the good times await
Deciding on pleasure or enjoyment within the confines of privacy (under the covers).
Every life needs a fate
Implying that destinies or outcomes are essential in every individual's life.
Every lad needs a mate
Suggesting that every guy needs a companion or friend.
Every seller needs a buyer
Every seller requires a buyer for transactions to occur.
Every oven needs a fire
A metaphorical statement indicating that every situation requires a catalyst.
And if you're on fire, you're gonna need some water
When in trouble, one needs assistance to overcome difficulties.
And if you're underwater, you're gonna need some air
When in a difficult situation, finding the necessary resources to survive is crucial.
And if you're in the air, you're gonna need a place to land
Regardless of the circumstance, there's always a need for a safe haven or a solution.
And if you're on land, you can come and see my piece of shit band!
An invitation to attend a performance by a band, albeit described self-deprecatingly.
It ain't puck rock 'til the punk rockers say it's punk rock.
Reiteration of the earlier statement about punk culture's validation by punk enthusiasts.
Number eighty-eight, Number eighty-eight
-It ain't puck rock 'til the punk rockers say it's punk rock.
-Number eighty-eight, Number eighty-eight
Repeating the number "88" again without specific context.
Is this really happening?
Questioning the reality or truthfulness of the situation.
Yes it is! (Yes it is!)
Affirmation that the situation is indeed happening.
Are we always doing this?
Questioning if this activity or situation is habitual or regular.
Yes it is! (Yes it is!)
Affirming the regularity or habitual nature of the activity or situation.
I'm gonna be a sweet billionaire, lover.
An assertion or aspiration to attain wealth and romantic success.
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