Overtime
Girl Talk Lyrics


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* 0:00 The Smashing Pumpkins - "1979"
* 0:00 Three 6 Mafia ft. Young Buck & 8 Ball & MJG - "Stay Fly"
* 0:00 Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock - "It Takes Two"
* 0:15 Laid Back - "White Horse"
* 0:30 Three 6 Mafia - "Stay High"
* 0:59 Fleetwood Mac - "Little Lies"
* 1:19 69 Boyz - "Tootsee Roll"
* 1:46 Folk Implosion - "Natural One"
* 2:01 Technotronic - "Pump Up the Jam"





Overall Meaning

Girl Talk's song Overtime is a frenetic mashup that features elements from many different genres of music. Each sample is vying for attention, and it creates a sense of urgency and excitement. The song may be interpreted as a commentary on modern music and its fragmentation into different genres, thus rendering it impossible to create a cohesive narrative or on a specific theme. The song opens with a section from The Smashing Pumpkins' "1979", which provides a theme that ties together the disparate samples which follow.


The next section features Three 6 Mafia's "Stay Fly," which is paired with Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock's "It Takes Two". This combination results in a juxtaposition of the gritty and the upbeat, with the two samples working together to create a sense of urgency and excitement. This is followed by a section from Laid Back's "White Horse," which provides a more electronic sound that contrasts with the previous samples.


The song then moves onto Three 6 Mafia's "Stay High" and Fleetwood Mac's "Little Lies," creating a blend between two seemingly unrelated genres. The next section features the 69 Boyz's "Tootsee Roll," which juxtaposes poppy rap with a groovy funk beat. This is followed by the Folk Implosion's "Natural One," which is paired with Technotronic's "Pump Up the Jam". Finally, the song ends with a repetition of the opening section from The Smashing Pumpkins.


In summary, Girl Talk's "Overtime" is a frenzied and exciting mashup of various genres. The song uses disparate samples to create a sense of urgency and excitement that makes it impossible to look away. The combination of seemingly unrelated genres results in a unique and compelling listening experience.


Line by Line Meaning

The Smashing Pumpkins - '1979'
Reflecting on the youthful days of the past, idealizing the journey and experiences we had to get where we are today.


Three 6 Mafia ft. Young Buck & 8 Ball & MJG - 'Stay Fly'
Asserting that regardless of the present circumstances or economic status, staying fly or stylish is a must and always within reach.


Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock - 'It Takes Two'
Highlighting that achieving success, growth, or satisfaction always requires more than one factor or person, and that collaboration is key.


Laid Back - 'White Horse'
Comparing the success chase with a difficult and slippery white horse, which requires continuous training, focus, and determination to master.


Three 6 Mafia - 'Stay High'
Encouraging people to maintain confidence, pride, and happy vibes even in tough times, and seeking refuge in the high state of mind.


Fleetwood Mac - 'Little Lies'
Addressing the common issue of dishonesty, half-truths, or sugarcoating, and urging for more transparency and authenticity in human interactions.


69 Boyz - 'Tootsee Roll'
Introducing the fun and catchy dance move called Tootsee Roll, which invites people of all ages and backgrounds to join the party and shake off their stress or worries.


Folk Implosion - 'Natural One'
Describing the feeling of being effortless, unique, and unapologetically oneself, and appreciating those who embrace their true nature.


Technotronic - 'Pump Up the Jam'
Encouraging people to turn up the volume, energize their bodies and spirits, and let loose in the moment, as music is the ultimate source of joy and excitement.




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