Grand Theft Auto
Da Shootaz Lyrics


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(Good shot kid, I think you got him)
(Good shot kid, I think you got him)

(Hiyo!)
(Hiyo!)

(Slow down!)
Hotel, downtown, speeding all around
An AK-47 got the power in it's barrel
To move any mutha that gets in the way
Just another power machine on the freeway

Riding with me is my MC homeboy
Knowing the rules ain't part of his program
Finding the right way around this map
Might be pretty hard 'cause he's fucked on crack

G - Grand Theft Auto
You gotta make a mark to move where you want to

T - Theft
Determination, to steal what you can and run from the nation

A - Hey, what do you say?
We automate the sequence and speed for my getaway
Take it to the edge there's nowhere to hide
And call up the boy, let's go for a joyride

Let's go for a joyride

Stop the violence from the police
You know my dad used to say but now he's deceased
He got caught in a jam, threw in the can
When the cops from Brooklyn said he killed another man
Seek knowledge was my main game
To figure out the the law, to figure out the frame
Just when I thought I knew justice
A cop behind me said "You've just been busted"

NYPD (NYPD)
LAPD (LAPD)
SFPD (SFPD)





Don't fuck with me!

Overall Meaning

The song "Grand Theft Auto" by Da Shootaz explores the theme of violence and crime in American society, particularly in relation to police brutality, drug addiction, and power dynamics. The lyrics describe the experience of driving through the city while carrying an AK-47 and evading police officers. The singer's companion, who is referred to as his "MC homeboy," is addicted to crack and is unable to follow rules or navigate the city map effectively. The two of them are determined to "make a mark" and "steal what [they] can and run from the nation," indicating a sense of defiance and rebellion against the system.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the acronym "GTA," which stands for "Grand Theft Auto," a reference to the popular video game of the same name. The lyrics suggest that the act of stealing cars and committing crimes in the game is an escape from the violence and injustice of reality. However, the repeated refrain of "NYPD/LAPD/SFPD, don't fuck with me" also suggests frustration and anger at the police and the system they represent.


Overall, "Grand Theft Auto" is a commentary on the destructive cycle of violence and crime in American society, and the ways in which marginalized communities are disproportionately affected by it.


Line by Line Meaning

(Good shot kid, I think you got him)
Celebrating the success of the shooting by the singer


(Hiyo!)
Expressing enthusiasm and excitement


(Slow down!)
Advice to slow down while driving


Hotel, downtown, speeding all around
Driving through the city at high speed


An AK-47 got the power in it's barrel
The gun is very powerful and dangerous


To move any mutha that gets in the way
The gun can even move anyone who stands in the way


Just another power machine on the freeway
The car is like a machine with a lot of power


Riding with me is my MC homeboy
The artist is with his biker friend


Knowing the rules ain't part of his program
His friend doesn't care about following rules


Finding the right way around this map
It could be hard to navigate in the game's map


Might be pretty hard 'cause he's fucked on crack
His friend is on drugs and could be a distraction while navigating


G - Grand Theft Auto
Referring to the game's title and theme


You gotta make a mark to move where you want to
You have to gain respect or power to unlock new areas and progress in the game


T - Theft
Referring to the act of stealing in the game


Determination, to steal what you can and run from the nation
You have to be determined to steal as much as you can and avoid law enforcement


A - Hey, what do you say?
Asking for suggestions or ideas for the next move


We automate the sequence and speed for my getaway
Planning to use a pre-defined route and high speed to escape the police


Take it to the edge there's nowhere to hide
Pushing the limits of the game and taking risks


And call up the boy, let's go for a joyride
Asking his friend to join him on a risky and exciting drive


Stop the violence from the police
Criticism of the police for using violence


You know my dad used to say but now he's deceased
A reference to his deceased father's advice


He got caught in a jam, threw in the can
His father got arrested and put in jail


When the cops from Brooklyn said he killed another man
His father was accused of murder


Seek knowledge was my main game
Trying to learn about the game and its mechanics


To figure out the the law, to figure out the frame
Trying to understand the game's rules and objectives


Just when I thought I knew justice
Realizing the game has its own concept of justice


A cop behind me said "You've just been busted"
Getting caught by the police in the game


NYPD (NYPD)
Referring to the New York City Police Department


LAPD (LAPD)
Referring to the Los Angeles Police Department


SFPD (SFPD)
Referring to the San Francisco Police Department


Don't fuck with me!
Challenging anyone who tries to stop the singer in the game




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@antoniocipriani7445

The Joyride Lyrics🎵


Good shot kid, I think you got him
Good shot kid, I think you got him
Hiyo! Hiyo!
Slow down!Hotel, downtown, speeding all around
An AK-47 got the power in it's barrel
To move any mutha that gets in the way
Just another power machine on the freeway
Riding with me is my MC homeboy
Knowing the rules ain't part of his program
Finding the right way around this map
Might be pretty hard cause he's f#cked on crack
G - Grand Theft Auto
You gotta make a mark to move where you want to
T - Theft
Determination, to steal what you can and run from the nation
A - Hey, what do you say?
We automate the sequence and speed for my getaway
Take it to the edge there's nowhere to hide
And call up the boy, let's go for a joyride

Let's go for a joyride

Stop the violence from the police
You know my dad used to say but now he's deceased
He got caught in a jam, threw in the can
When the cops from Brooklyn said he killed another man
Seek knowledge was my main game
To figure out the the law, to figure out the frame
Just when I thought I knew justice
A cop behind me said
"You've just been busted"

NYPD (NYPD!)

LAPD (LAPD!)

SFPD (SFPD!)

Don't f#ck with me!



@Energis046

G-grand theft auto
You gotta make a mark to move where you want to
T-theft
Determination to steal what you can and run from the nation
A-hey, what do ya say?
We automate the sequence and speed for my getaway
Ticket to the edge is nowhere to hide,
And call up the boy. let's go for a joyride.
let's go for a joyride.



All comments from YouTube:

@NonexistentMug

1997.
The year a legend was born.
Grand Theft Auto.

@sonnycrockett6992

Played this to my phone
Now it's a pager

@user-ey4un1vo7v

We should go bowling when liberty city opens December

@ju2tunknown

@@user-ey4un1vo7v HA HA, NO.

@lethalwolf7455

Love it!😂

@Marquploads

Body Armour delivered to your safehouse.

@las10plagas

first time I laughed today :)

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