Rascal told BBC's Newsbeat program: "It's just like a massive party record, massive summer tune. It does what it says on the tin."
Dizzee followed up top ten hit 'Dirtee Cash' and No.1 singles 'Holiday', 'Bonkers' and 'Dance Wiv Me' with yet another chart-topper โ 'Dirtee Disco' features X-Factor contestant and One True Voice singer Daniel Pearce and samples 1972 Staple's track 'I'll Take You There' โ it reached No.1 in June 2010.
Dirtee Disco
Dizzee Rascal Lyrics
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(Dirtee Stank)
Life's too short to be livin' with stress
I'm too young to be all depressed
I can't complain, I'm highly blessed
And there's one thing that I want to get off my chest
I'm free as a bird, I'm high as a kite
That's why I might just celebrate tonight
And if you ain't down with it then get on your bike
To sank elsewhere, who the hell cares
I'm in great shape, you need health care
If you cant say something nice then keep quiet
Or come to the club, there's girls there
I'm goin' to rave 'til 6 in the mornin'
I can already hear the baseline callin'
Just make up your mind, stop stallin'
And don't be half assed 'cause I'm all in
So if your wallet ain't fat don't worry about it
Your car don't work we can go without it
We don't need wheels, just the will to party
I'll take you there, don't doubt it
(Dance I'll take you there)
Disco Disco Disco Disco
(Dance I'll take you there)
Disco Disco Disco Disco
(Dance I'll take you there)
Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go
You wanna drink? It's on me
Coca-cola, JD
I don't care about V.I.P.
'cause the middle of the dance floors cool with me
I wanna shock tonight
I wanna rock tonight
Pop-lock, maybe do the robot tonight
So many damn girls lookin' hot tonight
So before I leave here I wanna cop tonight
So I can't just stand up against the wall
Try'na play it cool, feelin' like a fool
Like I'm scared to dance 'cause I ain't scared at all
So there's no point lookin' all miserable
So I've got a big grin on my face
And my hands on a pretty girls waist
Beer budget and champagne taste
But I feel like I'm running this place
So if your wallet ain't fat don't worry about it
Your car don't work we can go without it
We don't need wheels, just the will to party
I'll take you there, don't doubt it
(Dance I'll take you there)
Disco Disco Disco Disco
(Dance I'll take you there)
Disco Disco Disco Disco
(Dance I'll take you there)
Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go
I'm feelin' myself right now
Really revealin' myself right now
I'm actin' a fool and I think it's all good
I wouldn't be nowhere else if I could
I don't ever wanna go home, lets stay
Party all night and party all day
What do you say? Tell me you're on it
Drink 'til we can't stand up then vomit
Quicker than a comet, I feel like a star
Everyone waves, they know who we are
So much love, so much dread
Tell me you don't feel like a top boy
Infact don't tell me a thing just skank
'Cos I gotta true ting she's in the bank
No need to thank the pleasure is mine
We should try do this again some time
And if your wallet ain't fat don't worry about it
Your car don't work we can go without it
We don't need wheels, just the will to party
I'll take you there, don't doubt it
(Dance I'll take you there)
Disco Disco Disco Disco
(Dance I'll take you there)
Disco Disco Disco Disco
(Dance I'll take you there)
Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go Let's Go
In the song Dirtee Disco, Dizzee Rascal expresses that life is too short to be stressed out and depressed, especially when he is young and highly blessed. He highlights his freedom to do what he wants and expresses his intention to celebrate by going to rave until 6 in the morning. He encourages others to live it up with him and not to worry about things like money or transportation since all they need is the will to party. Dizzee Rascal also touches on the fear of dancing and the importance of having a good time without caring about what others might think. He wants everyone to be in the moment and fully immerse themselves in the night's festivities. Overall, the song promotes living life to the fullest, enjoying oneself, and not taking things too seriously.
Line by Line Meaning
Life's too short to be livin' with stress
Life is too short to live in stress and worry
I'm too young to be all depressed
Young age and depression don't mix
I can't complain, I'm highly blessed
Grateful for blessings in life, no room for complaints
And there's one thing that I want to get off my chest
Something needs to be said, a weight needs to be lifted
I'm free as a bird, I'm high as a kite
Feeling unburdened and elated
I could do what I want and I'm doing alright
Able to make own choices and satisfied with where life is at
That's why I might just celebrate tonight
This calls for a celebration
And if you ain't down with it then get on your bike
If you don't want to join in, then leave
To sank elsewhere, who the hell cares
Go find something else to do, no one cares
I'm in great shape, you need health care
I am doing well, while others may need help
If you cant say something nice then keep quiet
If you can't be positive, then don't say anything at all
Or come to the club, there's girls there
If you want something to do, come to the club with us
I'm goin' to rave 'til 6 in the mornin'
Going to party all night until the morning
I can already hear the baseline callin'
Feeling the music and excitement
Just make up your mind, stop stallin'
Make a decision and don't hesitate
And don't be half assed 'cause I'm all in
Fully committed and expect others to be as well
So if your wallet ain't fat don't worry about it
Money doesn't matter, having fun is the priority
Your car don't work we can go without it
Not dependent on possessions to have a good time
We don't need wheels, just the will to party
All that's needed is the desire to have fun
I'll take you there, don't doubt it
Trust me to show you a good time
(Dance I'll take you there)
Let's go dance together and have a good time
You wanna drink? It's on me
Let me buy you a drink
Coca-cola, JD
Choices of drinks, Coca-cola and JD
I don't care about V.I.P.
Not concerned with VIP treatment
'cause the middle of the dance floors cool with me
Just happy to be in the middle of the dance floor
I wanna shock tonight
Feeling like doing something out of the ordinary
I wanna rock tonight
Feeling like dancing and having fun
Pop-lock, maybe do the robot tonight
Different dance moves for fun
So many damn girls lookin' hot tonight
A lot of attractive girls catching the eye
So before I leave here I wanna cop tonight
Want to pick up a girl before leaving
So I can't just stand up against the wall
Can't just be a wallflower
Try'na play it cool, feelin' like a fool
Trying to be cool but feeling foolish
Like I'm scared to dance 'cause I ain't scared at all
Feel like I shouldn't be scared to dance
So there's no point lookin' all miserable
No point in being unhappy
So I've got a big grin on my face
Feeling happy and confident
And my hands on a pretty girls waist
Dancing with a pretty girl
Beer budget and champagne taste
Can't afford expensive things but still enjoy the finer things in life
But I feel like I'm running this place
Feeling confident and in control
I'm feelin' myself right now
Feeling good about oneself
Really revealin' myself right now
Letting loose and showing true self
I'm actin' a fool and I think it's all good
Not taking oneself too seriously and having a good time
I wouldn't be nowhere else if I could
This is the perfect place to be
I don't ever wanna go home, lets stay
Not wanting the night to end, wanting to keep partying
Party all night and party all day
Wanting to party non-stop
What do you say? Tell me you're on it
Do you want to party with me?
Drink 'til we can't stand up then vomit
Drinking until we are unable to stand and possibly vomit
Quicker than a comet, I feel like a star
Feeling quick and important
Everyone waves, they know who we are
People recognize and acknowledge us
So much love, so much dread
Mixed emotions, love and fear
Tell me you don't feel like a top boy
Feeling like a top person, on top of the world
Infact don't tell me a thing just skank
Let's dance and not worry about talking
'Cos I gotta true ting she's in the bank
Because I have someone important in my life
No need to thank the pleasure is mine
No need for gratitude, happy to have a good time
We should try do this again some time
Let's plan on doing this again in the future
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DANIEL PEARCE, VINCE FAY, JACKIE ENGLISH, JOHN DAVIS, DYLAN MILLS, NICHOLAS DETNON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vermilliongecko
The irony is that DJ Derek, featured here, wasย a fixture of the Bristol music scene, DJing reggae, ska, rocksteady, dancehall and R&B for over 50 years. Over the past two decades, he had become a national cult figure, playing to packed venues across England.ย Beyond the novelty value of a white former accountant playing Jamaican music, his love of the music and culture was sincere and profound.
@matthewling3293
This is the best song that has ever reached my ears. Such a positive underlying message to just have fun and be happy ๐
@eddievercetti7612
Life's too short to be livin' with stress I'm too young to be all depressed Something to live by :)
@jackdawmamma7482
Man this takes me back! Remember going clubbing & this tune coming on. Can't believe it's been 13 years! Absolute tune still!
@saronrock
Dizzee Rascal always does weird shit but somehow always makes a banger out of it.
@josanders1256
DJ Derek!!! Reminds me of escorting my mum to the Bristol Social Services christmas party as she had a broken leg. Derek was DJing, mum ended waving crutches in the air on the dancefloor!
@IanJ-70
R.i.p DJ Derek, keep the turntable turning forever man
@89zanelli
SUCH AN UNDERRATED TUNE! AMAZING SONG
@pc2726
Totally agree, sorry for late reply.
@elliotguiver7592
โ@@pc2726 9 years ๐คฃ๐คฃ