Crack Rock Steady
Choking Victim Lyrics


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Crack Rock Steady,
Are you ready to stop
The rotten blue menace?
Let's go kill us a cop.
Crack Rock Steady,
Are you ready?
Living above the law!
Po' little lice, the po' little screws,
The whitest gang crew, the hated boys in blue.
Like scabei on the street, they infest the beat,
Fucking my life but I won't admit defeat to them!
Above the law, above the law come now,
No copper will be safe till they are dead and done now.
Let's lay em down low, let's hang em up high,
Let's take all of these piggies, and have them crucified!

Hardcore, rugged and raw,
On the streets of New York, we live above the fucking law.
It don't matter the color of your skin,
As long as you not scandolous, commit no sin to me,
Or my tribe.
Would not be wise.
Time to smell the ganja, open up your fucking eyes.
Kick back, keep your attitude in check,
And give the crack rock steady much respect.

Don't ya know that satan is the man?
So listen very close because we got a little plan:
We're gonna have to execute some rich important people,
Gonna burn down all the churches and topple all the steeples.
See a frown? turn that cross upside down.
Grab a gun or baseball bat, let's go to fuckin town!
Let's kill the police, I'll be saying little more,
But when the cops come to your door,
Don't forget the choice is yours!

Riot sound, police come round,
With the bass and drum we knock 'em down,
Chop 'em up with the riffs an' in the stew,
Drinkin' pot liquor made of poison glue,
Pick it up!
Someone way up livin' in those high-rise castles
Wishing with the hope that I lick their assholes
With the beat we burn down those big brass doors,




Here we go!
Rocksteady!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Choking Victim's song Crack Rock Steady begin with a call to action against the "rotten blue menace," or the police. The song expresses a desire to live "above the law," and calls for violence against the police. The lyrics also include references to Satan and plans to execute rich people and burn down churches.


The first verse specifically calls out the police, referring to them as "po' little lice" and "po' little screws." The chorus repeats the call to action, urging listeners to join in the fight against the police and live above the law.


The second verse includes graphic imagery of violence against police officers, with references to hanging them and crucifying them. The lyrics also express a sense of unity with others who live "above the law," regardless of their skin color.


The third verse includes references to Satan and a plan to execute wealthy people and destroy churches. The lyrics also express a desire to kill police officers if necessary, with a warning that the listener should be prepared to make that choice if the police come to their door.


Overall, the lyrics to Crack Rock Steady are confrontational and violent, expressing a desire to rebel against authority and live according to one's own rules.


Line by Line Meaning

Crack Rock Steady,
Conveying the message of solidarity and defiance, the leader or speaker voices the intention to defend their community by any means necessary.


Are you ready to stop
Setting the calling tone and asking the listeners and supporters if they are ready to take a collective stand against the cops and other oppressive forces.


The rotten blue menace?
Referring to the police enforcement, the song suggests that the cops are like a disease, spreading fear and annoyance all over the community.


Let's go kill us a cop.
Advocating violence and retaliation, the lyrics encourage supporters to take the law into their own hands and actively participate in the eradication of cops from their neighborhoods.


Living above the law!
Asserting the group's sovereignty, the line reiterates that the rules of the system do not apply to them or their way of life, as they have created their own set of norms and standards.


Po' little lice, the po' little screws,
Mocking and dehumanizing the cops, the lyrics liken them to an infestation of parasites and the scourge of society.


The whitest gang crew, the hated boys in blue.
Highlighting the racial tensions and discrimination within the police force, the lyrics point out the police officers' white privilege and their controversial legacy of violence and racism.


Like scabei on the street, they infest the beat,
Using imagery to paint a picture of the cops on the streets, the song compares their presence to a disease that affects the community's morale and happiness.


Fucking my life but I won't admit defeat to them!
Stressing the idea of resilience and resistance, the song emphasizes that the cops have not succeeded in breaking the spirits nor the resolve of the group or its members.


Above the law, above the law come now,
Reframing the notion of legality and justice, the lyrics assert that the members and their supporters have their own sense of morality and do not follow the rules of the conventional law enforcement system.


No copper will be safe till they are dead and done now.
Continuing to incite violence and revenge, the song suggests that every police officer is a target that deserves to be eliminated, regardless of their position or rank.


Let's lay em down low, let's hang em up high,
Describing different methods of execution or elimination, the lyrics maintain that the group and its members have the power to choose how to get rid of the police officers.


Let's take all of these piggies, and have them crucified!
Using religious imagery to evoke the idea of sacrifice and punishment, the song proposes that the cops be crucified, indicating that their death should be slow and painful.


Hardcore, rugged and raw,
Describing the group's personality and demeanor, the lyrics affirm that the members are tough and rough individuals who are prepared to face any challenge or obstacle.


On the streets of New York, we live above the fucking law.
Reiterating the group's defiance and rejection of the conventional system, the lyrics emphasize the idea that the members have created their own culture and lifestyle that is not bound by the laws of society.


It don't matter the color of your skin,
Emphasizing that the group's message and struggle are not defined by race, the line suggests that anyone can be part of the movement as long as they embrace the same values and principles.


As long as you not scandolous, commit no sin to me,
Setting the standards and expectations for the members and supporters, the song asserts that they must behave honorably and not undermine the movement with inappropriate behavior.


Or my tribe.
Emphasizing the collective identity and the bonds among the members, the line conveys that they share a common heritage and a sense of belonging that is critical to their success.


Would not be wise.
Cautioning against disrespect, disobedience or any behavior that could harm the group's interests, the lyrics suggest that members should be mindful of the consequences of their actions.


Time to smell the ganja, open up your fucking eyes.
Encouraging the members and supporters to relax and take a break from the intense struggle, the line suggests that they need to appreciate the benefits of cannabis and see the bigger picture.


Kick back, keep your attitude in check,
Reiterating the importance of discipline and composure, the lyrics remind the supporters that they must remain focused and committed to the cause but avoid getting distracted or sidetracked.


And give the crack rock steady much respect.
Acknowledging the group's unique style and identity, the line encourages the members and supporters to appreciate and embrace the distinctive features of the movement.


Don't ya know that satan is the man?
Using humor and irony to question conventional wisdom, the line satirizes the religious and moral authority of society, implying that Satan may be more powerful and relevant than God or the law.


So listen very close because we got a little plan:
Announcing the strategy or tactics of the movement, the lyrics suggest that they have a clear vision and plan for achieving their objectives.


We're gonna have to execute some rich important people,
Advocating extreme measures and revolutionary action, the song suggests that the members must target the wealthy elite and their symbols of power and privilege.


Gonna burn down all the churches and topple all the steeples.
Using imagery to convey the scale and scope of the revolution, the lyrics describe how the group intends to dismantle the institutions of religion and challenge the spiritual authority of society.


See a frown? turn that cross upside down.
Encouraging the members and supporters to defy and disrespect the dominant beliefs and symbols of religion, the line suggests that the group has its own way of interpreting and using these symbols.


Grab a gun or baseball bat, let's go to fuckin town!
Inciting the members and supporters to engage in violent action and rebellion, the lyrics suggest that they should use whatever means necessary to achieve their goals and overcome the oppressors.


Let's kill the police, I'll be saying little more,
Making a clear call to violence and vigilantism, the song suggests that the members should target and eliminate the police officers without hesitation or remorse.


But when the cops come to your door,
Anticipating the possibility of retaliation and persecution, the lyrics warn the members and supporters that they must be ready to face the consequences of their actions and be prepared to defend themselves.


Don't forget the choice is yours!
Reminding the members and supporters that they are the ones who must take responsibility and ownership of their actions, the line conveys that there is no turning back or blaming others for the consequences of their actions.


Riot sound, police come round,
Describing the moment when the group and the police confront each other, the line suggests that there is a high level of tension and danger involved.


With the bass and drum we knock 'em down,
Using music and rhythm to express the spirit and energy of the movement, the lyrics suggest that the members and supporters use their instruments and voices to fight against the police officers.


Chop 'em up with the riffs an' in the stew,
Using metaphors to describe the violence and aggression of the movement, the line suggests that the members and supporters must use their music and art to express their pain and anger while fighting the police officers.


Drinkin' pot liquor made of poison glue,
Using imagery to describe the contrast between the group's lifestyle and the mainstream society, the lyrics suggest that the members and supporters use unconventional substances and methods to escape their reality.


Pick it up!
Encouraging the members and supporters to keep moving forward and fighting, the line signals the start of a new phase or action.


Someone way up livin' in those high-rise castles
Addressing the wealthy elite and their comfortable lifestyle, the song suggests that the group is aware of their privileges and believes that they must be challenged and dismantled.


Wishing with the hope that I lick their assholes
Using vulgar and provocative language to express distrust and resentment towards the wealthy elite, the lyrics suggest that the group has no intention of becoming complacent or submissive.


With the beat we burn down those big brass doors,
Using music and harmony to break down the barriers and obstacles created by the rich and powerful, the line suggests that the group has the power to unite and overcome the forces that oppress them.


Here we go!
Ushering in a new phase of the movement or a new round of action, the line signals the end of the song and the beginning of something new.


Rocksteady!
Reiterating the core identity and style of the movement, the line emphasizes the group's persistence and resilience in the face of adversity.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EZRA CANON, FRANCOIS S. CHERPITEL, SEAN P. MCARDLE, POPEYE, SHANE WEBB

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@WiesoNurMistnamen

"The policeman arrested me in the name of the law, so I struck him in the name of liberty" - Clément Duval

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2019. Still a great song!

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Pffft 2020

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