Song for Shelter
Fatboy Slim Lyrics

I get deep, I get deep, I get deep, I get deeper
Intrinsically getting more involved into something

Into this thing
These actions pertain to engaging in house music, characterized by rhymes and bass.

The deeper I go
The more involved in house music activities I become. Increasing my knowledge, such as learning what to sing or bring.

The more knowledge I know
This relates to gaining experience or awareness of the culture associated with house music.

What to sing
Refers to the art of music composition.

What to bring
Refers to equipment or music selection a DJ is responsible for when playing in a particular venue.

I get deep, I get deep, I get deep, I get deeper, deeper, deeper
Repeating the same phrase to emphasize implicit involvement in house music.

Into the rhyme
Being more involved in my music composition process.

Chillin' in the corner at the shelter all by myself
Describing a situation when reflecting alone, not dancing, but still appreciating the house music genre.

Why? why? why? wha
The question marks signify a rhetorical question reflecting on the challenges of being genuine amidst the fake people.

How on earth are you supposed to vibe around the fake ones
The line intentionally reflects the challenges involved in sharing the space with individuals who are deluded or insincere.

The one, the ones that say
Refers to people voicing their expertise in the house music culture, but who really don't know what they're talking about.

They know what is what but they don't know what is what
Emphasizing the fallacy of claims from individuals who lack critical knowledge in the culture of house music.

They just strut
Implies that deluded individuals carry an air of superiority towards their claims and expertise in the house music culture.

What the fuck?
A cue to the perplexity associated with contradictory claims.

I get deep, I get deep, I get deep, I get deep, I get deeper
Intensifying involvement in the practice of house music into a different level of musicianship.

And I pretend that they're not there
A meditative practice of imagining one's self in a different setting or realm, tuning out the negative emotions felt around others.

I just stare
The result of the meditative practice is simply listening to the music, removing emphasis from the surrounding setting.

Up in the booth at the dread man spinnin the song
Refers to a Jamaican DJ spinning house music, understanding the countless numbers of music players around.

Spinnin it strong
Relates to a DJ's skills when putting music pieces together, creating a pleasant listening experience.

Playing things like We cannot house we can That's my shit
A sample of the music played that highlights the beat being produced.

What? Whoooooo!
A gesture of excitement associated with the rhythm and beat of house music genres.

When people start to disappear
Describes a period in house music activities where individuals begin to leave late in the night or early morning.

And it's about six o'clock
A time associated with morning as individuals continue dancing in the house music rhythm.

Whoo I'm feelin' hot
Implies a period of intense activity in house music after spending several hours dancing and enjoying the rhythm.

Take off my sweater and my pants
Describes a situation when individuals feel hot and sweaty from dancing and start removing clothes to stay cool.

And I start to dance
A continuation of dancing to the beat of house music even as individuals get tired.

And all the sweat just goes down my face
Describes physical reactions associated with active dancing to house music.

And I pretend that there's nobody there but me in this place
Continuation of the meditative practice of excluding external factors while enjoying house music.

He takes all the bass out of the song
Refers to the practice employed by DJs to reduce frequencies of music equipment, a step in acquiring a high signal to noise ratio for quality sound reception.

And all you hear is highs and its like Oh, shit!
A cue for individuals listening to the refined sound output generated by a DJ's equipment for house music purposes.

And the rhythm flows through my blood like alcohol
The deep involvement with the house music culture relates to individuals experiencing deep and intense emotions, allowing them to enjoy the party just like they would with alcohol consumption.

And I get drunk and I oh all over the place
Describes the passion and excitement associated with dancing to the rhythm of house music all night.

And I catch myself
A reflection of self-realization after being high on the rhythm of house music, despite not consuming alcohol.

Right on time Right on line
Describes the peculiar nature of house music, where individuals have to be connected to the beat of the music to enjoy it genuinely and authentically.

With the beat
A continued relation of being in tune with the rhythm of house music.

And its so sweet, sweet, sweet, sweet
Another reaction associated with the pleasure of house music.

If the house music was ale And Doctor love would be my song
A rhetorical statement indicating the deep passion associated with house music where individuals imagine it to be a source of physical, psychological pleasure like consuming ale with the song of Doctor Love.

And I would only take deep breaths And fill my lungs with the rhythm or the bass
A continuation of relating deep breathing to counter-balance the lack of alcohol consumption when enjoying house music, while still feeling the rhythm of house music.

And the rhythm flows through my blood like alcohol
Returning to emphasize the pleasurable, passionate aspects of house music.

Now it's about three and I see people goin'
Referring to a time in the morning when people are leaving the house music activities on their way home.

Spinnin' jumpin' and grindin'
Describes the high-intensity moments in house music activities where individuals are enjoying the moment without restraint.

As if they had wings on their feet
Describes the feeling of an almost out of body experience associated with the rhythm of house music.

Raising both hands in the air as if Jesus was the DJ himself
A statement emphasizing the level of enjoyment experienced when dancing to house music, reminiscent of what happens in a church environment where individuals are in prayer to God.

Spinnin those funky funky funky house beats
Referring to the prevailing house music beats DJ's played at the venue.

And in this temple we all pray in unity for the same thing
Relates to the space created by house music activities, where individuals share positive moments together in unity, despite their backgrounds or stories.

With matic pause without cause
A reference to the quick pauses or skips in music flow, reminding individuals of the positive aspects of dancing to house music.

Bass from those high definition speakers
Refers to the quality of the music in the house music activities, with strong bass tones audible from equipment used in the event.

Sitting in the corner on each side of the room
A description of the nature of a defined house music space where individuals enjoyed the music in a specific setting, including corners of the room.

Givin' us the boom boom boom To our zoom zoom zoom
An emotional clue that reminds individuals of the high energy levels experienced during house music activities.

The smell of a L lit while walking by
A rhetorical exploration associated with the atmosphere surrounding house music activities, where different scents can evoke long-term memories.

But the music gets me high
Relates to the reality of how individuals can feel differently due to the pleasures of house music while enjoying it together.

Saint defy like and old lady in church
An emotive description highlighting the contrast of behaviors between house music activities and church environments, usually known for the opposite behavior.

We get happy We stomp our feet
Describes the physical reaction of individuals in house music activities as they get carried away by the rhythm of the music, sometimes resulting in people stomping their feet.

We clap our hands
Continues describing the physical components of individuals enjoying house music activities, with people clapping their hands in unison with the rhythm.

We shout
Refers to the manifestation of joy while enjoying house music activities, which could be vocal, as people shout.

We cry
An emotional reflection of how people feel about house music activities.

We dance
A physical description of the pleasurable aspects of house music activities.

And we say Sweet Lord, speak to me Speak to me, speak to me, speak to me
Another emotive statement highlighting the deep passion and connection religious literature can have with individuals enjoying house music activities.

Because we love house music And on this planet it brings us together
An emotive conclusion of how house music unites individuals irrespective of their cultural or social background.

Like a family reunion every week
A description of the level of connection and shared similarities enjoyed in house music activities.

We eat We drink We laugh We play And we skate
Describes a summary of the wide range of activities enjoyed in house music activities.

So for all you hip hoppers You do woppers Name droppers You bill boppers
A call to individuals with diverse backgrounds to come together and enjoy house music activities as a unit.

Come into our house To get deep
A final call to individuals to come into house music activities and connect with other people on a deeper level, expressing emotions in unison with the rhythm of the music.

You guys just keep it rollin'
A casual and affirmative statement emphasizing the continuation of house music activities with no end in sight.

You gotta just keep it rollin'
A take on persistence, determination, and commitment to enjoying house music activities amidst all odds.

(x19)
An intentional repetition of the house music message.

Sunday, Monday morning (its backwards)
A playful brand reference to the record label that supported Fatboy Slim's musical work. The reference is a way to appreciate the label's support for his music regardless of how Fatboy Slim started his journey in house music.

Out under the big bright yellow sun (x40)
An emotional message of hope and the continuity of house music activities, symbolized by the sustainability and energy reflected by the sun.