303
Fatboy Slim Lyrics


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everybody... needs love
(repeat)

-=by Jossse=-




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Fatboy Slim's "303" might seem simple at first glance, but upon closer examination, they can be interpreted in a couple of different ways. The repetition of "everybody needs love" could be taken at face value as a statement of fact – that everyone (including the artist) requires love and affection. Alternatively, it could be viewed as a plea or reminder to listeners that love is an essential aspect of being human and that we should strive to spread it wherever we can.


Alternatively, particularly given the title of the song, "303" could be interpreted as a reference to the Roland TB-303 synthesizer, which was a popular instrument in early techno and acid house music. The repetitive, almost hypnotic nature of the lyrics could be seen as an homage to the repetitive, trance-like beats that the TB-303 is known for producing. In this context, the lyrics could be interpreted as an invitation to lose oneself in the music and allow the sounds of the 303 to take over.


Ultimately, the lyrics to "303" are open to interpretation and can be viewed through different lenses depending on the listener's perspective. Whether seen as a simple message of love or a nod to the power of the TB-303, they add an extra layer of depth and meaning to the already-infectious beat of the track.


Line by Line Meaning

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Listen up, pay attention to what I'm about to say


everybody... needs love
All people require and deserve love in their lives


(repeat)
This line is repeated to emphasize the importance of love




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: EDWIN STARR

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Comments from YouTube:

@Jsmoggy

The forgotten time period of music, beasties, prodigy, daft punk, moby, chemical brothers… this shit was atop of the music charts for a good 5 years… so good to b back!

@helijet9757

I had just got home from the coast guard and was in paramedic school, this album came out and saved my life. I LOVE YOU FATBOY SLIM!!!

@hellspawn7385

Still sounds like teenage mutant Ninja turtles surfing to the sewers

@NinoCotonato

Everybody need a 303? Behringer: "ok, let's do it"...

@AcidRP

my td-3 just arrived :)

@DJ_TideWave

Mine arrived two days ago! It just took 23 years since I first heard this song till I actually got one! 😄

@jeffbornhoeft8643

I just got my TD-3 today

@tommumlak986

Haha bought it a week ago

@tommumlak986

We hear you

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@galaxion500

First time my friend spun this we all wanted a copy. What a fun track.

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