Big And Bad
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics


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Like a wild train rollin' so wild and full of steam
Once you get us going, it's like nothing you have seen
With some fire in your belly, you move a little faster
And the devil in your eye makes you hit a little harder

So where do you draw the line and tell yourself no more?
Is it when your back's against the wall or you're crawlin' on the floor?
It's always work, work, work some more until they say it's time
But fight the fight worth fighting and things will turn out fine

And I say Lordy, lordy lordy. Lordy lordy be
Lordy lordy lordy. Big and bad as we can be
This is what it means when we swing on you brother

So now that we know who we really trust
There's plenty room for them but there's more room for us




When your feet don't touch the ground, there's nothing you can say
Just jump inside, enjoy the ride, and make the big boys pay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's song "Big And Bad" speak about the powerful energy and momentum that the band creates when they perform. The lyrics use metaphors of fire, steam, and a wild train to describe the unstoppable force the band becomes once they get started. The song is an anthem of sorts that celebrates the strength and confidence of the band.


The lyrics also touch on themes of perseverance and hard work, encouraging listeners to continue pushing through difficult times and fighting for what they believe in. The reference to "the fight worth fighting" suggests that the band has faced adversity but has persevered by staying focused on their goals.


The chorus of the song, with its repetition of "Lordy lordy lordy. Big and bad as we can be," serves as a mantra of sorts for the band and a message to their fans that they are a force to be reckoned with.


Overall, the lyrics to "Big And Bad" paint a picture of a powerful, confident, and hardworking band that is unafraid to take on any challenge.


Line by Line Meaning

Like a wild train rollin' so wild and full of steam
We come across as a force to be reckoned with, unstoppable and bursting with energy


Once you get us going, it's like nothing you have seen
Our momentum is unparalleled and takes everyone by surprise


With some fire in your belly, you move a little faster
When you have passion and drive, you can push yourself to exceed your limits


And the devil in your eye makes you hit a little harder
When you're driven by a fierce determination, you're capable of achieving great things and surpassing expectations


So where do you draw the line and tell yourself no more?
At what point do you know when to stop and not push yourself too hard?


Is it when your back's against the wall or you're crawlin' on the floor?
Is it when you're at your lowest point and can't seem to push any further?


It's always work, work, work some more until they say it's time
We push ourselves constantly, working tirelessly until we've achieved our goal


But fight the fight worth fighting and things will turn out fine
If you focus on the battles worth fighting, you'll come out victorious in the end


And I say Lordy, lordy lordy. Lordy lordy be
We're proud of who we are and what we can achieve


Lordy lordy lordy. Big and bad as we can be
We're confident in our abilities and know we can accomplish great things


This is what it means when we swing on you brother
This is what happens when we bring our all to the table


So now that we know who we really trust
After going through difficult times, we've learned who we can rely on


There's plenty room for them but there's more room for us
We're inclusive, but we will always make sure we come first


When your feet don't touch the ground, there's nothing you can say
When you're in the midst of something amazing, you're at a loss for words


Just jump inside, enjoy the ride, and make the big boys pay
Take the opportunity for all its worth, enjoy it, and show the world what you're made of




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SCOTTY A. MORRIS

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