Who Let The Dogs Out
DJ's Choice Lyrics
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(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
When the party was nice, the party was bumpin' (Hey, Yippie, Yi, Yo)
And everybody havin' a ball (Hah, ho, Yippie Yi Yo)
Until the fellas start the name callin' (Yippie Yi Yo)
And the girls respond to the call
I heard a poor man shout out
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
I see ya' little speed boat head up our coast
She really want to skip town
Get back cruffy, back scruffy,
Get back you flea infested mongrel
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
I'm gonna tell (Hey, Yippie, Yi, Yo)
To any girls calling them canine (Yippie, Yi, Yo)
Tell the dummy "Hey Man, It's part of the Party!" (Yippie Yi, Yo)
You put a woman in front and her man behind (Yippie, Yi, Yo)
Her bone runs out now
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Say, a doggy is nothin' if he don't have a bone
All doggy hold ya' bone, all doggy hold it
A doggy is nothin' if he don't have a bone
All doggy hold ya' bone, all doggy hold it
Wait for y'all my dogs, the party is on
I gotta get my girl I got my mind on
Do you see the rays comin' from my eye
What could you be friend
That Benji man that's breakin' them down?
Me and my white short shorts
And I can't seek a lot, any canine will do
I'm figurin' that's why they call me faithful
'Cause I'm the man of the land
When they see me they do, ah-ooh
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
Who let the dogs out (woof, woof, woof, woof)
The song "Who Let The Dogs Out" by DJ's Choice is a catchy, upbeat dance tune with lyrics that are open to interpretation. The opening line, "Who let the dogs out" is spoken multiple times throughout the song and is used as a phrase to signify the arrival of something wild and chaotic. The repeated "woof woof" sounds in the background further emphasize this theme.
The first verse sets the scene of a lively party where everyone is having fun until some guys start calling names, and the girls respond. At this point, a poor man shouts out "Who let the dogs out." The chorus is then repeated multiple times throughout the song, with the lyrics "who let the dogs out" being the most memorable part.
The second verse talks about a woman who wants to skip town and return to her life of partying with her friends. The lines "all doggy hold ya' bone" could be interpreted as a reference to men fighting over women or as a metaphor for people holding onto their desires and not letting go. The song ends with the repetition of the chorus, adding to the sense of chaos and excitement.
Overall, "Who Let The Dogs Out" is a fun and lighthearted dance tune that invites listeners to let loose and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
Who let the dogs out
Asking who allowed the rowdiness and chaos to ensue at the party
(Woof, woof, woof, woof)
Repeating the sound of dogs barking to emphasize the question
When the party was nice, the party was bumpin' (Hey, Yippie, Yi, Yo)
Describing how the party was going well and everyone was having a good time
And everybody havin' a ball (Hah, ho, Yippie Yi Yo)
Further emphasizing how fun the party was
Until the fellas start the name callin' (Yippie Yi Yo)
Things started to go south when some guys began to insult others
And the girls respond to the call
The girls reacted and responded to the insults
I heard a poor man shout out
A man who was fed up with the rowdy behavior spoke out
I see ya' little speed boat head up our coast
Referring to a woman who is trying to leave the scene
She really want to skip town
She wants to leave the party and the situation behind
Get back cruffy, back scruffy,
Telling the dogs to move away
Get back you flea infested mongrel
Insulting the dogs
To any girls calling them canine (Yippie, Yi, Yo)
Addressing the girls who called out insults earlier and comparing them to dogs
Tell the dummy "Hey Man, It's part of the Party!" (Yippie Yi, Yo)
Saying that insults are just part of the party atmosphere and should not be taken seriously
You put a woman in front and her man behind (Yippie, Yi, Yo)
Referring to how men often follow the lead of women
Her bone runs out now
Once the woman loses interest or stops leading, the men follow suit
Say, a doggy is nothin' if he don't have a bone
Saying that a person without a companion is incomplete
All doggy hold ya' bone, all doggy hold it
Encouraging people to hold onto what is important to them
Wait for y'all my dogs, the party is on
Encouraging everyone to wait and stick around for the party to continue
I gotta get my girl I got my mind on
Focusing on finding a romantic partner
Do you see the rays comin' from my eye
Imagery of someone looking intently at potential romantic partners
What could you be friend
Asking what kind of person the potential partner is
That Benji man that's breakin' them down?
Asking if a potential rival for the romantic partner's affections is present
Me and my white short shorts
Personal detail about the singer's outfit
And I can't seek a lot, any canine will do
Saying that the singer is open to any potential partner and can't be too picky
I'm figurin' that's why they call me faithful
Saying that the singer is very dedicated to finding a romantic partner
'Cause I'm the man of the land
Asserting dominance and confidence
When they see me they do, ah-ooh
Describing the singer's magnetism and charisma
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave, WYZ GIRL ENT. CONSULTING LLC
Written by: Anslem D Douglas, Osbert Leopold Gurley
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