Don't Let the Man Get You Down
Fatboy Slim Lyrics
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And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
The lyrics to Fatboy Slim's song "Don't Let the Man Get You Down" are repeated over and over again throughout the song. The lines "And the sign said long haired, freaky people need not apply" are a reference to discriminatory hiring practices. In the 1960s and 70s, it was common for employers to post job openings with signs that explicitly excluded certain groups of people based on their appearance or lifestyle. This practice was particularly prevalent in industries like retail and food service, where employers wanted to maintain a certain image to attract customers.
The repetition of this line drives home the message that discrimination is pervasive and insidious. It suggests that despite progress in civil rights and anti-discrimination laws, there are still systemic barriers that prevent certain groups of people from achieving success in their careers. By chanting this phrase over and over, Fatboy Slim emphasizes the need to stay vigilant and resist these forms of oppression.
The song as a whole promotes a message of resilience and self-confidence in the face of adversity. The repeated chorus "Don't let the man get you down" encourages listeners to persevere in the face of discrimination and other forms of oppression. The upbeat, danceable melody reinforces this message, creating a sense of solidarity and empowerment among listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
The sign is stating that individuals who possess an unconventional appearance are not welcome in this establishment
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
Reinforcing the earlier statement, the sign again declares that people with long hair and unorthodox personality traits are not allowed to enter
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
Yet again, the sign emphasizes that individuals who exhibit free-spirited behavior and non-conforming hairstyles are not permitted on the premises
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
This repeated message appears to be a form of discrimination against those who do not fit society's typical mold
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
The sign's message suggests that conformity to society's norms is required to be accepted by society
And the sign said long haired,freaky people need not apply
This message reinforces the idea that societal expectations are restrictive and discouraging towards individuality
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LES EMMERSON, NORMAN COOK
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@NoNickNoKick
I love how the neighborhood watch is always following Don x'D
0:34 - in the window, Don's left side.
1:02 - behind the bushes on the church (middle of the screen)
1:22 - Running to the parkin' car
1:31 - Running between the parkin' cars
1:37 - behind the Tree
1:59 - sittin' on the other table both
2:23 - behind the bushes
:'D
@Dudeman1738
I heard this years ago while playing ssx3 for xbox, this has been my favorite song on the game, it always makes me happy to hear this and bring back good ol memories
@patrickbo2045
Oh boy, I miss SSX3...!
@Dudeman1738
@@patrickbo2045 I miss you too Patrick β€οΈ
@dreamweaver2012
A much under-rated song by Fatboy Slim. This is one of his finest tracks IMO.
@--___--d
Ur wrong Katie :(
@BlackNGoldRules
He wrote one line and stole the music from someone else.
@katiejones636
@@--___--d It's a statement of opinion and therefore can never be 'wrong'. Get a life.
@katiejones636
@@BlackNGoldRules Yeah, well he seems to attract infinitely more fans than you, Mr 11 Subscribers.
@Rjackw
β@@BlackNGoldRules thats what a dj is you muppet
@SkyOctopus1
If Don's standing in the middle urinal, Don deserves everything he gets.