Play Ball
AC/DC_(p) Lyrics


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Listen, pick me up
Fill my cup
Pour me another round
Come on man, mix in the sin
Come in and join the crowd

I said, it's party time
When I'm on the loose
Make it feel alright
Listen, drinks all around
I'm in the mood
Because the night is mine

Let's play ball
Shoot down the walls, yeah
Let's play ball, baby
Battin' down the stalls
Play, play, play ball

Listen Sid, light me up
I'm in love
I'm all regional now
Dive on in and swim in the gin
Come on, shout it out loud

Let's play ball
Shooting down the wall, yeah
Let's play ball
Battin' down the stalls, yeah
Play, play, play ball

Hit that thing yeah
Hey yeah

Let's play ball
Shooting at a wall
Let's play ball
And never stall
Let's play ball
Let's play ball




Let's play ball
Play, play, play ball

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to AC/DC’s song “Play Ball” are an anthem to living in the moment and having a good time. The song starts with the singer asking for another drink, urging the other people in the bar to join in the fun and “mix in the sin.” The second verse introduces the character of Sid, who is also urged to join in and shout it out loud. Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency to enjoy life to the fullest, to “shoot down the walls” and “bat down the stalls.” The chorus repeats the phrase “let’s play ball,” which can be interpreted as a metaphor for seizing the day and participating fully in life.


Line by Line Meaning

Listen, pick me up
I am requesting you to focus on my voice, pick me up from the background noise.


Fill my cup
I need a drink, pour alcohol in my empty glass.


Pour me another round
I don't want to stop drinking, give me another drink.


Come on man, mix in the sin
I want to include some wild activities to make the night more exciting, can you join me?


Come in and join the crowd
Everyone is already in a celebratory mood, you are welcome to join and enjoy the party.


I said, it's party time
I just announced that the party has started.


When I'm on the loose
I am unstoppable, uncontrollable, and free to do what pleases me.


Make it feel alright
The night should be enjoyable and satisfying for everyone.


Listen, drinks all around
I am buying a drink for every person present here.


I'm in the mood
I am feeling happy and enjoying the moment.


Because the night is mine
I am taking full advantage of the night to celebrate and have fun.


Let's play ball
The phrase is a metaphor for let's start having fun and partying like athletes.


Shoot down the walls, yeah
Destroy any emotional or mental barriers and enjoy the moment to the fullest.


Battin' down the stalls
Remove any hindrance that will come in the way of enjoyment, just like a batter hitting the stall to score runs.


Listen Sid, light me up
I am requesting someone named Sid to ignite the fun by setting an example.


I'm in love
I am in a celebratory mood and enjoying myself to the fullest.


I'm all regional now
I am feeling the high and enjoying my intoxication.


Dive on in and swim in the gin
Join me in my enjoyment and let's immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of the party.


Come on, shout it out loud
Let's make some noise and announce to everyone that the party has started.


Hit that thing yeah
Let's pump up the party and enjoy every moment of it.


Let's play ball and never stall
Let's party non-stop and never pause the enjoyment.


Let's play ball
Let's celebrate and have fun.


Play, play, play ball
Enjoy and party like athletes, never stopping and never pausing the fun.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANGUS MCKINNON YOUNG, MALCOLM MITCHELL YOUNG

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@hahe3598

Listen!
Pick me up
Fill my cup
Pour me another round
Come on in, mix in the sin
Come in and join the crowd
I said it’s party time
When I’m on the loose
Make it feel alright
Listen, drinks all around
I’m in the mood
Because the night is mine

Let’s play ball
Shoot it down the wall 
Let’s play ball, baby
Battin’ down the stalls
Play, play, play ball

Listen Sid, light me up
I’m in love
I’m all regional now
Dive on in and swim in the gin
Come on, shout it out loud

Let’s play ball
Shoot it down the wall, yeah
Let’s play ball
Battin’ down the stalls, yeah
Play, play, play ball

Let’s play ball
Shootin' down the wall
Let’s play ball
And never stall
Let’s play ball
Let’s play ball
Let’s play ball
Play, play, play ball



@Gerardo16TheGamer

Sorry bro
I know AC-DC made 12 albums that sound exactly the same. But this is just the problem, the trouble.
AC-DC needs to Evolve to another style of rock.
60s rock?
70s?
new wave?
Foo Fighters?
The Strokes?
AC-DC has more options to change, but they don't do that because I suppose they are stubborn.



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@VickersTacticalLAV

The greatest Rock Band the World Has Ever Known - AC/DC

Not even debatable

@Ryan-zd3jq

Vickers Tactical got that right

@bobbyknight1970

AC/DC has more of my favorite songs than any other band that I know and like, so, yes, they are the best. A kick ass band.

@erdaylike24se7en

Red Floyd you heard the man, they are the fucking GOAT. No band before and no one after will even come close to doing it as good as they did/do.

@PeachDragon_

Vickers Tactical all hail acdc

@RyanLBrown9396

I’ll never ever talk trash about Ac/Dc. Angus is one of my biggest heroes and idols, but what you’re not gonna do is throw around the title of “Greatest rock band ever” and not mention Zeppelin

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@JamesvanHest

The thing I love about AC/DC is that they make me feel like I've been friends with them for years, even though I haven't met them. I feel like I'm having a conversation with them when I watch stuff like interviews even though I've never been able to say anything to them. They always puts a smile on my face and make me happy, ever since I first got into AC/DC before I could walk. thank you AC/DC. You've inspired me as a 17 year old to pick up my guitar, microphone, drums and bass and give it my best shot to make more rock n roll in the world.

@dakotaasher2196

Fuck yeah

@dakotaasher2196

@James Terry who is dat ??

@dakotaasher2196

Strip club in WV?

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