Fucked Up Ronnie
D.O. Lyrics
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you're fucked up ronnie you're not gonna last you're gonna die too from a neutron blast chorus: you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie. i'm lyin' in a pool of blood, leave me alone i don't want your help anyway when they march us off to war will you be there to save the day (chorus)
The song "Fucked Up Ronnie" by D.O.A. is a punk rock classic that denounces the dangers of drug addiction and the grim reality of war. The titular Ronnie is a metaphor for anyone who can't control their behavior or is addicted to dangerous substances. The lyrics warn Ronnie that he won't be able to survive if he keeps living recklessly, and that even an apocalyptic event like a neutron blast will ultimately bring about his downfall.
The chorus repeats the phrase "You're fucked up Ronnie" four times, emphasizing the song's blunt message. The second verse shifts to a different speaker, who lays dying in a pool of blood and defiantly refuses help. The final line questions whether Ronnie or anyone will be able to come to the rescue when the time comes to face the horrors of war. Overall, the song is a scathing indictment of self-destructive behavior and societal failures.
Line by Line Meaning
you're fucked up ronnie you're not gonna last
Ronnie is in a bad state and won't survive for long.
you're gonna die too from a neutron blast
Ronnie will also perish in a nuclear explosion.
you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie.
Repeat of the first line emphasizing Ronnie's precarious situation.
i'm lyin' in a pool of blood, leave me alone
The singer is injured and doesn't want help or company.
i don't want your help anyway
The artist isn't interested in assistance from others.
when they march us off to war will you be there to save the day
The singer questions Ronnie's dependability when it comes to conflict and being a hero.
you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie you're fucked up ronnie.
Repeated emphasis of Ronnie's frailty.
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Written by: JOE KEITHLEY
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@williamchapin1483
What a gem. Heard that on the OSU dorms radio station, WOSR, many years ago.
@RickNelsonMn
Always a go to when others bring this fuds name up!
@Lia2222
Just found this from the soundtrack off the show This Fool🤘🤘
@lisamurray5223
Same😃
@casetteplayer
Same
@Lia2222
@casetteplayer the 2nd season is out and it's crazy strange so far
@zakkoch8935
I CANT PLAY THIS LOUD ENOUGH HELP
@MURUR1025
Memories of post youth....
@whitlowjohnonly1_2
The song that introduced me to Joey & co. Ben a fan since. Now, for some SNFU@
@indieroc4life
seen these boys last night!