Chain Gang Theme
Chain and the Gang Lyrics


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Turn up the beat and make it sweet
Album four has already hit the streets
We're the chain gang, using loads of slang
We got better cars than the one in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

There's no flaw or chink in our fuk'n armour
Eggsie likes to fuk the local farmer
If you let us in your house, I wouldn't blink
Cos we'll nick more than your fuk'n kitchen sink

It's the Chain
It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain
It's the Chain Gang
Goldie Lookin' Chain with Adam Hussain

It's the Chain
It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain
It's the Chain Gang
Goldie Lookin' Chain with Adam Hussain

I broke the law, once or twice before
Robbing from the rich and stealing from the poor
A public enemy, bring the noise
And Check Yer 'Ead like the fuk'n Beastie Boys

Private Lines, Rizlas buy and sell, Copper Road... and Bainswell.
Gold chain around my neck, with a leisure suit and a pair of Hi Tecs.

It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang (razzle dazzle)
Goldie Lookin' Chain with Adam Hussain

The chain's all interlinked and we're locked down tight
Give your mates some draw and ganja and a light
We're the chain gang back in your face
From the Eastside to the Westside you knows you're all safe

Willy Steiners, a Newport fish bar, a nice day out with your fuk'n Grandma
Cardiff Road to Maindee, everybody knows we're the GLC

It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
Goldie Lookin' Chain with Adam Hussain

Yes, Mystikal back in this Medieval vibe
Using magical arts to chill with the tribe
Or chain gang as they're more commonly known
With sweet herbs and weed, we entered the zone

Crossing the cosmos and transcending dimensions
Mind bending medicines too many to mention
Travelling the 'Port and using the force
Then we climbed to Twmbalwm to return to the source

It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
Goldie Lookin' Chain with Adam Hussain

Cleveland, St Woolos, Malpas and Brynglas
To Crinder, Bainswell and all of Maesglas
From The Gird to Allway, from Risca to Slowboat
Legalise draw Mr Flynn and you got my vote

Put draw, fags and rizla in a special way
Spark up the fu'ker and head to the milky way
But if you can't do it, album four will explain
Why not join the draw club of the Goldie Lookin' Chain

They don't know about my weed, they don't know about my speed
They don't know about my draw, they don't know what it's for

A can of lager and a rusty nail. The Argus, and The Western Mail
The bible and the Koran, Eggsie's offered sex down the local farm

My goldie like fashions is better than Versace
I paid fuk all cos I taxed 'em see
Feeling the vibe all across the 'Port
Turn up the volume of your fuk'n Escorts

It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
It's the Chain, It's the Chain Gang
Goldie Lookin' Chain with Adam Hussain

Yeah, massive respect to all the GLC... Benny Blanco... Mystikal... fuk'n... (i am a robot, i am a robot) shut up! fuk'n... er... mr love eggs... knows it.

If you're from Crinder put your hands in the air
If you're from Maindee screaaaaaaaam
If you're from the Eastside say 'safe as fuk'
If you're from the Westside say 'you fuk'n knows it'





Yes, I thought I was a robot like. But I'm not. And the doctor said I gotta er, like, er do things to make me think I'm normal again, like, y'know.

Overall Meaning

"Chain Gang Theme" by Chain and the Gang is a lively and catchy song that celebrates the rebellious and carefree spirit of a group known as the Chain Gang. The lyrics start off with a boastful declaration of the group's confidence and style, comparing themselves to the iconic car from the movie "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" and emphasizing their use of slang and attitude. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, establishing the Chain Gang as a charismatic and daring group that thrives on breaking norms and expectations.


The lyrics then delve into more provocative and edgy themes, hinting at criminal activities and a nonchalant disregard for authority. The mention of robbing from the rich and stealing from the poor, along with references to illegal activities and a rebellious attitude, portray the Chain Gang as provocative and defiant figures who challenge societal norms and expectations. The comparison to legendary hip-hop group Beastie Boys adds a layer of rebellious credibility to the Chain Gang's persona.


As the song continues, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of the Chain Gang's lifestyle and environment, referencing specific locations and experiences that are likely familiar to their fans. The mention of Newport landmarks like Willy Steiners and a fish bar, along with nods to various neighborhoods and streets, creates a sense of camaraderie and shared experiences among listeners. The group's camaraderie and solidarity are highlighted through references to sharing drugs and enjoying leisure activities together, reinforcing the idea of the Chain Gang as a close-knit and supportive community.


Towards the end of the song, the lyrics take a more introspective turn, touching on themes of spirituality, self-discovery, and a quest for normalcy. The mention of mystical experiences, mind-altering substances, and a journey to find inner peace and balance adds depth to the otherwise lighthearted and irreverent tone of the song. The final lines about the singer's struggle with identity and the push to conform to societal norms add a poignant and relatable touch, showing that even the most rebellious and carefree individuals can grapple with feelings of insecurity and the desire for acceptance. Overall, "Chain Gang Theme" captures the essence of the Chain Gang as a rebellious and free-spirited group that embraces individuality and challenges conventions, while also hinting at deeper layers of introspection and vulnerability.




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