Music Like Dirt
Desmond Dekker Lyrics


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We're having a party I hope you are hearty (yeah)
We're having a party I hope you are hearty
Sing it to me children

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp intensify

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp
Music like dirt for your money's worth (yeah)
Music like dirt for your money's worth
Sing it to me children

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp balooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp (intensify)

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp

Girls like sand to match every man (yeah)
Girls like sand to match every man
Sing it to me children

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp balooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp (intensify)

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp

(Oh, girls can't hide from intensified guys)
Music that stays on for extra days
Girls like sand to match every man (yeah)
Girls like sand to match every man
Sing it to me children

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp intensify

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp

Intensified boys with thoughts full of joy (yeah)
Intensified girls with their fancy clothes
Sing it to me children

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp balooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp (intensify)

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp (intensify)

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp (it's the day)

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp ding day

Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp, yeah





Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp

Overall Meaning

The song "Music Like Dirt" by Desmond Dekker is a fun, upbeat party anthem that celebrates music and the enjoyment of life. The opening lines of the song invite listeners to join in the festivities and let loose, singing "We're having a party I hope you are hearty (yeah) / We're having a party I hope you are hearty." Throughout the song, Dekker speaks to the joy of music and how it brings people together, singing "Music like dirt for your money's worth" and "Girls like sand to match every man."


The lyrics of "Music Like Dirt" are less about a specific meaning and more about the energetic feeling of the moment, urging listeners to forget their worries and enjoy the party atmosphere. The repetition of the phrase "rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey" throughout the song further emphasizes this idea of letting go and having fun.


Overall, "Music Like Dirt" is a carefree, joyful celebration of the power of music and the importance of letting loose and enjoying life.


Line by Line Meaning

We're having a party I hope you are hearty (yeah)
We're throwing a party and I hope you're ready to have a good time.


Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp bomp ballooey
Let's get excited and make some noise!


Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp intensify
Let's make even more noise and get even more excited!


Music like dirt for your money's worth (yeah)
The music we're playing is worth every penny and more!


Sing it to me children
Everyone, let's sing and have a great time!


Girls like sand to match every man (yeah)
There are plenty of girls here to match with every guy!


(Oh, girls can't hide from intensified guys)
When the guys get even more excited, the girls can't help but notice!


Music that stays on for extra days
The music is so good, it stays in your head for days!


Intensified boys with thoughts full of joy (yeah)
The guys are even more pumped up now and have positive thoughts!


Intensified girls with their fancy clothes
The girls have dressed up and are even more excited now!


Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp (it's the day)
This is the day to have the most fun and make the most noise!


Rom bomp a loo bomp bomp ding day
Let's make this day even more exciting and memorable!




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DESMOND DEKKER

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