Wacky Tobacky
NRBQ Lyrics
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It made me feel so good
Wacky tobacky
Just like you said it would
Everybody doin' it
Smokin' and a-chewin' it
They shippin' and buzzin' it
And Congress is discussin' it
Oh, listen to me
'Cause I wouldn't tell you no lie
Some folks are tryin' it
But then they're denyin' it
A scientist is testin'
But you might get arrested
Jiminy Cricket
I wouldn't tell you no lie
But now, wacky tobacky
Wacky tobacky
Oh, wacky tobacky
It made me feel so weird
Wacky tobacky
I had to shave my beard
Yeah, the old they're tryin' it
And then they're denyin' it
It's wicked and it's graded
But then it's confiscated
It's crackers to slip a rozzer
Oh, the dropsy in snide
Hey boy, wacky tobacky
Wacky tobacky
I said
Wacky tobacky
Wacky tobacky
Cha cha cha
The lyrics of NRBQ's song "Wacky Tobacky" seem to be about the use of marijuana and its effects on people. The singer seems to be touting the benefits of marijuana with lines like "It made me feel so good, just like you said it would." They describe everyone using it, "smokin' and chewin' it," while Congress is "discussin' it" - likely a reference to the ongoing debate around marijuana legalization.
The lyrics also acknowledge the controversy around marijuana, with lines like "Some folks are tryin' it, but then they're denyin' it." The singer mentions a scientist testing it, but notes that one "might get arrested" for using it. They also seem to address the fear-mongering around marijuana, calling it "wicked and graded" before adding that it is often "confiscated."
Overall, the lyrics seem to be a playful ode to the use of marijuana, highlighting the benefits they see while also addressing the ongoing debate and fear around the drug.
Line by Line Meaning
Wacky tobacky
Referring to marijuana, which is also known as weed, pot, or cannabis.
It made me feel so good
The singer enjoyed the effects of using marijuana and felt happy and relaxed.
Just like you said it would
The singer had heard from someone else that using marijuana would make them feel good, and it turned out to be true.
Everybody doin' it
Marijuana use is becoming more and more common among people in general.
Smokin' and a-chewin' it
People use marijuana in different ways, for example smoking or chewing it in edibles.
They shippin' and buzzin' it
Illegal drug trade and use are still prevalent despite attempts to curb them.
And Congress is discussin' it
Marijuana legalization has become a political issue on the national level, with lawmakers debating its legal status.
Oh, listen to me
The singer wants the audience to pay attention to what they are saying.
'Cause I wouldn't tell you no lie
The singer is being truthful and wants the audience to trust them.
Some folks are tryin' it
People are experimenting with marijuana use to see if they like it.
But then they're denyin' it
Some people deny ever using marijuana, possibly because of its illegal status or social stigma.
A scientist is testin'
Scientists are conducting research on marijuana to better understand its effects and potential benefits or drawbacks.
But you might get arrested
Despite growing acceptance of marijuana use in some places, it is still illegal in many areas and users risk arrest and legal consequences.
Jiminy Cricket
An exclamation expressing surprise or amazement.
But now, wacky tobacky
The singer is returning to the topic of marijuana.
It made me feel so weird
Marijuana can affect people differently, sometimes causing unusual sensations or perceptions.
I had to shave my beard
The singer's experience with marijuana caused them to take unexpected actions, like shaving their beard.
Yeah, the old they're tryin' it
Even older people are experimenting with marijuana use, despite being less common in previous generations.
It's wicked and it's graded
Views on marijuana use vary among different individuals and groups, some believing it to be morally wrong or harmful, while others see it as relatively harmless and no worse than alcohol or tobacco use.
But then it's confiscated
Law enforcement agencies are still confiscating marijuana in places where it is not legal to use, sell, or possess.
It's crackers to slip a rozzer
An expression meaning that it is foolish to try to evade the police or authorities while engaging in illegal activities.
Oh, the dropsy in snide
Unclear what this phrase means exactly, but it may be nonsensical or used for comedic effect.
Hey boy, wacky tobacky
The singer is again addressing the topic of marijuana use.
Cha cha cha
A musical outro, often used to end a lighthearted song on an upbeat note.
Contributed by Jonathan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.