Joyride
Da Shootaz Lyrics
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(Good shot kid, you got him)
(Hiyo!)
(Hiyo!)
(Slow down!)
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!
"Joyride" by Da Shootaz has a fast-paced and energetic beat, which is coupled with lyrics that describe a thrilling car chase. The song begins with a soundbyte of someone exclaiming "Good shot kid, you got him" multiple times, which sets the tone for what is to follow. The opening lines describe the scene of a high-speed car chase in downtown, where the singer is driving a car fitted with an AK-47 for protection. The song depicts the car as a "power machine on the freeway," which can move anyone in the way. The chorus 'let's go for a joyride' is a phrase that represents the thrill and the adrenaline rush that comes with the illegal activity of joyriding through the streets while driving recklessly.
The second verse focuses on the singer's MC homeboy, who does not follow the rules and is "fucked on crack." The word 'G-T-A' stands for Grand Theft Auto, which is a play on the video game of the same name. The lyrics describe how determination is key to theft, and you need to be able to automate sequences to ensure a successful getaway. The word 'joyride' is used in the chorus, which represents the desire to escape police custody and outrun the law to find freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
(Good shot kid, you got him)
Celebratory exclamation after firing a weapon and successfully hitting a target
(Hiyo!)
Exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm
(Slow down!)
Request to decrease speed
Hotel, downtown, speeding all around
Driving quickly through urban areas
An AK-47 got the power in it's barrel
The weapon is capable of forcing people off the road
To move any mutha that gets in the way
The gun can force any obstacle aside
Just another power machine on the freeway
The vehicle is just another tool for exerting power and authority
Riding with me is my MC homeboy
Traveling with a close friend who is involved in a motorcycle club
Knowing the rules ain't part of his program
Following societal norms is not a priority for him
Finding the right way around this map
Navigating the streets efficiently is a challenge
Might be pretty hard 'cause he's fucked on crack
He is impaired due to drug use, making navigation more difficult
G - Grand Theft Auto
Referring to the video game, where stealing cars is a key component
You gotta make a mark to move where you want to
Taking bold actions is necessary to achieve one's goals
T - Theft
Stealing is a valid means of achieving one's objectives
Determination, to steal what you can and run from the nation
Having the drive to acquire what one desires and evade law enforcement
A - Hey, what do you say?
Asking for agreement or confirmation regarding an idea
We automate the sequence and speed for my getaway
Planning the escape with calculated steps and using speed to gain advantage
Take it to the edge there's nowhere to hide
Pushing the limits with no regard for consequences
And call up the boy, let's go for a joyride
Inviting a friend to engage in a reckless drive for fun
Stop the violence from the police
Urging police to reduce brutality
You know my dad used to say but now he's deceased
Referencing a parental figure who is now dead
He got caught in a jam, threw in the can
The father was arrested and imprisoned
When the cops from Brooklyn said he killed another man
The father was accused of murder by officers from Brooklyn
Seek knowledge was my main game
Striving to understand the law and legal system
To figure out the the law, to figure out the frame
Attempting to understand the rules and systems of law enforcement
Just when I thought I knew justice
Assuming knowledge of how the justice system works
A cop behind me said "You've just been busted"
A law enforcement officer caught and arrested the singer
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!
Warning someone not to cross the singer
Contributed by Aaliyah M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@SuperGeronimo999
Hometown, downtown, speeding all around
An AK-47 got the power in it's barrel
To move any mother 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 and 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
Take it to the edge, there's nowhere to hide
And call up the boys, let's go for a joyride
Let's go for a joyride
Stop the violence from the police
Is what my dad used say but now he's deceased
He got caught in a jam, threw in the can
When the cops from Brooklyn said he'd killed another man
Seek knowledge was my main game
To figure out the law, to figure out the frame
Just when I thought I knew justice, a cop behind me said,
"You just been busted"
NYPD
LAPD
SFPD
Don't fuck with me!
@LaCucarachaNZ
As one would expect from a song written as a theme for Grand Theft Auto, the track's lyrics make many references to the kind of criminality associated with the games, and even mentions the phrase 'GTA' specifically.
(Good shot kid, you got him)
(Good shot kid, you got him)
Hotel, downtown, speeding all around
An AK-47 got the power in it's barrel
To move any mother 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 and 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
Take it to the edge, there's nowhere to hide
And call up the boys, let's go for a joyride
Let's go for a joyride
Stop the violence from the police
Is what my dad used say but now he's deceased
He got caught in a jam, threw in the can
When the cops from Brooklyn said he'd killed another man
Street knowledge was my main game
To figure out the law, to figure out the frame
Just when I thought I knew justice
A cop behind me said, you just been busted
NYPD (NYPD)
LAPD (LAPD)
SFPD (SFPD)
Don't fuck with me
@Cescolo
This song is legend.
@mylifeisfunny8911
yeah
@Masterr59
Cescolo
This song is love,
this song is life...
@Blackup223
shit son, 19" monitor back in the day, and a real voodoo fx before nvidia was in the gfx card market :O
@R3TR0_420
Cescolo exactly
@thrillaspirit
I remember dreaming of playing this in 3D one day, while playing it, still spent a great time with this game though, the soundtrack and gameplay was revolutionary as fuck
@MarkRyanNZ
I swear to GOD, if they release a trailer of GTA 6 with this music... It's going to break the internet.
@zerozeroone4424
RahimMRyan agreed, it should also be the main theme of the game
@AllurPhymen
If the trailer is in a fastlane, that would be awesome.
@jdl6881
RahimMRyan wouldn't make sense if it's a vice city Gane which I expect coming