American Bad Ass
Kid Rock Lyrics

Yeah! and I've set up and turned out this state
I have worked hard to make my name known and achieved success on my own.

With my own two hands
I have put in the effort and hard work to achieve the success that I have.

We've traveled this land packed tight in minivans
I have gone on tours across the country performing in packed minivans, striving to make a name for myself.

And all this for the fans, girls, money, and fame
I have pursued my music career for fans, women, money, and fame, but I am unashamed of my intentions.

I play their game, and then they scream my name
I have followed the industry's protocols to gain fame and recognition, and it has worked for me.

I will show no shame, I live and die for this
I have dedicated my life to my music career and have no shame in that fact, nor regret if it leads to my death.

If I come off soft, then chew on this
If people think I am weak or less than what they expect, then they need to reconsider their judgment.

Are you scared?
Do I intimidate you?

Devil without cause, and I'm back
I am a rebel without a specific goal or purpose other than to promote myself, but I am back and more powerful than before.

With the Beaver hat and Ben Davis slacks
I dress up like a classic biker with a beaver hat and classic pants, adding to my rugged appearance.

30-pack of Stroh's, 30-pack of hoes
I enjoy drinking Stroh's beer and spending time with women who admire me.

No rogaine in the propane flows
I do not need falsehoods to enhance my image or persona.

Chosen one, I'm the living proof
I am the one who was destined to be successful, and I am living proof of that destiny.

With the gift of gab from the city of truth
My gift of communication comes from my hometown of Detroit, a truthful city that has influenced my music.

I jabbed and stabbed and knocked critics back
I have fought back against critics who sought to slander or belittle my work, and have come out victorious.

And I did not stutter
I have been clear and direct in my defense against criticism, and will not falter under pressure.

When I said that I'm goin platinum, sellin rhymes
When I claimed that I would go platinum and sell my music, I meant it.

I went platinum, seven times
I have had seven platinum-selling albums and am extremely successful in my music career.

And still they ill they want to see us fry
Critics and others who wish to harm my career still seek to see me fail or suffer negative consequences.

I guess because of only God knows why why why why why
I cannot determine the motives behind the desire to see my fail; only God knows the answer to that question.

Oh, they call me cowboy, I'm the singer in black
I am known as the cowboy, and I always dress in black to represent my tough and rugged persona.

Throw me the finger in the air, let me see where you're at
Show me where you stand and how you feel by flipping me off.

And say hey, hey
Yell hey hey to let me know you support me.

Let me hear where you're at and say hey, hey
I want to hear where my fans are from so they can show their support.

I'm giving back so say hey, hey
I'm giving back to my fans by performing for them, so they should show their support by yelling hey hey.

Show me some metal and say hey, hey, hey, hey
I want to hear from those fans who are really into rock music by showing me their metal sign and yelling hey hey hey.

I like AC/DC and ZZ Top Bocephus, Beasties, and the Kings of Rock
I appreciate classic rock bands such as AC/DC and ZZ Top, as well as other artists like Hank Williams Jr., Beastie Boys, and various other kings of rock.

Skynyrd, Seger, Limp, Korn, the Stones
I also enjoy listening to Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bob Seger, Limp Bizkit, Korn, and the Rolling Stones.

David Allen Coe, and No Show Jones
I appreciate lesser known artists like David Allen Coe and No Show Jones and seek to broaden my music knowledge and influence.

Yeah! Pass that bottle around
Let's share a bottle and enjoy ourselves.

Got the rock from Detroit and soul from Motown
My musical influences come from the city of Detroit and its famous Motown sound.

The underground stoned fuckin pimp
I am a rebel who promotes the underground music scene and also enjoys marijuana.

With tracks that mack and slap back the whack
My music is unique and leaves a lasting impression on listeners, rejecting anything that is considered 'whack'.

Never get in the way, I don't play with with that
I do not tolerate anyone who tries to stand in the way of my success and will not play around if they do so.

But watch me rock with Liberace flash
Watch me perform with a flashy style similar to that of Liberace.

Punk rock the Clash, Boy Bands are trash
I enjoy punk rock bands like The Clash, and have no love for boy bands.

I like Johnny Cash and Grandmaster Flash
I appreciate a variety of musical genres, from country legend Johnny Cash to hip hop icon Grandmaster Flash.

Yeah! I saw your band
I have seen your band in action.

Jumping around on stage like a bunch of wounded ducks
Your band is performing poorly, like a group of injured animals jumping around on stage.

When you gunna learn sucker?
When will you learn from your mistakes, fool?

You just can't fuck with Twisted Brown Trucker
You can't compete with my band Twisted Brown Trucker.

I'm an American Bad Ass
I am a rebel who represents the American spirit of independence and freedom.

Watch me kick, you can roll with Rock
Watch me perform with power and confidence, and you may join me and be a part of the rock scene as well.

Or you can suck my dick
Or you can choose to go against and disrespect me, but suffer the consequences.

I'm a porno flick, I'm like Amazing Grace
I can be seen as vulgar and violent, but I have a strong reputation that earns me respect.

I'm gunna fuck some hoes after I rock this place
After I perform and rock this place, I will engage in sexual activities with some attractive women.

Superfly living doublewide
I am living my best life in a luxury doublewide mobile home.

Side car on my Glide so Joe see can ride
I have a sidecar on my motorcycle for my friend Joe to ride around with me.

Full sack to share, bringin' flash and flair
I have a full supply of marijuana to share with others, while also enjoying a flashy and fashionable look.

Got the long hair swinging, middle finger in the air
I have long hair that I enjoy swinging around, and often put my middle finger in the air to show defiance and rebellion.

Snake skin suits, 65 Chevelle
I enjoy wearing snake skin suits and driving a classic 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle car.

See me ride in sin hear the rebel yell
Watch me ride my car in style and hear me shout in rebellion.

I won't live to tell, so if you do
If I ever die, I won't be able to tell you about it, so take note if you watch me live.

Give the next generation a big 'fuck you'
I am paving the way for future rebels and discourage them from following traditional methods.

Who knew I'd blow up like Oklahoma
Nobody predicted that I would become as successful as I have, like the state of Oklahoma when it was struck by a major explosion.

Said fuck high school, pissed on my diploma
I did not care about formal education and disregarded the importance of my high school diploma.

Smell the aroma, check my hits
Experience the essence of my music and see the success of my past hits.

I know it stinks in here, cause I'm the Shit
I am fully aware of my success and reputation, which is why there might be a foul smell in the room.

Kid Rocks in the house and that's where I'm at!
I am Kid Rock, and my presence is here and all around.