NOAH
Dirty Penny Lyrics

Turkeys and dolphins
Noah is going to save all types of animals from the flood, including unusual pairs like turkeys and dolphins.

Chihuahuas and lambs
Noah is even going to save seemingly vulnerable animals like chihuahuas and lambs.

I know you think I'm crazy
Noah is aware that most people think he is insane for building a boat to save animals from a flood.

But just listen to my plan
Despite the skepticism, Noah is confident in his plan to build a boat and save all types of animals.

Horses and squirrels
Noah is going to save a wide variety of animals, from horses to squirrels.

Malteses and bats
Even animals as different as Maltese dogs and bats will be saved by Noah.

Gonna build me a boat
Noah is going to construct a boat to prepare for the upcoming flood.

For when the land is soaked flat
Noah is building a boat to ensure that he and a large number of animals can survive when the flood occurs.

'Cause I'm NOAH
Noah identifies himself as the person who will build the boat and save the animals.

No time for a meal, I got
Noah is so focused on building the boat that he doesn't even have time to stop and eat.

Forty tons of lumber
Noah has a massive amount of materials to use for building the boat.

And some low grade steel
In addition to lumber, Noah has also procured some low quality steel for the boat's construction.

No time for applause
Noah doesn't care about receiving recognition or praise for what he's doing; he's solely focused on building the boat.

I'm hoisting up donkeys
Noah is physically lifting donkeys onto the boat to ensure their survival during the flood.

And I'm lifting up logs
In addition to animals, Noah is also hoisting up logs to build the boat.

How do I know this
Noah is going to explain how he knows that he needs to build a boat to save the animals.

I'll tell you straight on
Noah is going to tell the listener about his conversation with God regarding the flood.

God showed up
God appeared to Noah to give him instructions about the upcoming flood and how to save the animals.

While I was mowing my lawn
Noah was in the process of mowing his lawn when God appeared to him.

He said 'NOAH'
God called out to Noah by name to get his attention.

I need your advice
God asked Noah for his input about how to deal with the problem of animals that aren't 'nice'.

What would you do
God wanted to know how Noah would handle a particular situation involving unruly animals.

If your sheep weren't nice
God posed a hypothetical question to Noah about how to handle sheep that were not well-behaved.

I said 'JEHOVA'
Noah called out to God using one of his other names, acknowledging his divine authority.

I'd give them a bath
Noah responded to the hypothetical question by suggesting that the unruly sheep be bathed to calm them down.

Wash away the fleas
Noah believes that giving the sheep a bath would not only calm them down, but also make them more comfortable by washing away any fleas they might have.

At the stem of their wrath
Noah believes that giving the sheep a bath at the source of their anger would help to alleviate their negative behavior.

And he said 'NOAH'
God called out to Noah again to give him further instructions about the upcoming flood.

The world is a mess
God explained to Noah that the world was in such a state of chaos that he needed to completely cleanse it.

Gonna wash it up clean
God plans to cleanse the world of all sin and impurity through the flood.

Give you a brand new address
After the flood, Noah will have a new place to call home, as the old world will essentially be wiped away.

I said 'but MASTER'
Noah raised a concern or objection to God's plan, calling him 'Master' out of respect.

But he was already gone
God left Noah with his instructions before Noah could finish raising his concern or objection.

He left a plan and some tools
Even though God was no longer present, he left Noah with a plan and the necessary tools to build the boat.

And a list a mile long, full of
God gave Noah a very long list of animals to save from the flood.

Camels and cobras
The list of animals includes some challenging pairs, like camels and cobras.

Koalas and eels
Even more strange pairs like koalas and eels will need to be saved by Noah.

Rats, cows, elephants
Noah will need to save a wide variety of animals, including rats, cows, and elephants.

Otters and seals
Water-dwelling animals like otters and seals will also be saved by Noah.

Beetles and snakes
Insects like beetles as well as various types of snakes will also be saved.

Snakes of all kind
Noah seems to be expressing that even venomous snakes are not safe from the flood and will need to be saved.

The different types of chickens
Noah must also save various kinds of chickens, showcasing the wide variety of animals in need of rescue.

Nearlb BL-ew ouT mHy Miiiiiiii-nd-d.
The sheer number and diversity of animals that Noah is responsible for saving is overwhelming him, likely due to the fact that chickens and other poultry require different types of specialized care and attention.

'Cause I am NOAH
Noah is fully embracing his role as the savior of animals during the flood.

The sailor of God
Noah sees himself as someone doing God's will, specifically tasked with saving animals during the flood.

Rabbits and lemurs
Even cute, cuddly animals like rabbits and lemurs need saving and will be included in Noah's efforts.

Anacondas and dogs
Noah will even save intimidating and potentially dangerous animals, including anacondas and dogs.

New York, New York
Noah seems to be suggesting that the scale of the flood will be so great that even major cities like New York will be submerged.

Underwater
Noah suggests that New York will be completely submerged in water during the flood.

24-7 wet t-shirt contest
Noah's inclusion of this line is unclear and seemingly random, but may be a humorous attempt to lighten the mood.

Right here, right now
Noah is fully committed to his mission of saving animals and prepping for the flood.

HEE-HAW
This could be interpreted as Noah's way of expressing his enthusiasm, like a celebratory cheer after a job well done.