The DJ Saved My Life
Indeep Lyrics

Last night a D.J. saved my life
The singer had a life-changing experience because of the actions of a DJ the previous night.

Last night a D.J. saved my life, yeah
The singer is emphasizing the importance of the DJ's actions by repeating the refrain.

'Cause I was sittin' there bored to death
The singer was extremely bored and possibly feeling hopeless before the DJ's intervention.

And in just one breath he said
The DJ's instructions were simple and straightforward.

You gotta get up
The artist needs to take some action to improve their situation.

You gotta get off
The singer needs to stop feeling stuck or trapped in their current situation.

You gotta get down, girl
The singer needs to start enjoying themselves and having fun.

You know you drive me crazy, baby
The artist is probably in a romantic relationship that is causing them stress or pain.

You've got me turning to another man
The artist may have been tempted to cheat on their partner or to seek emotional support elsewhere.

Called you on the phone
The artist tried to reach out to their partner for help or support.

No one's home
The singer's attempts to reach their partner were unsuccessful because they were not available.

Baby, why'd you leave me all alone?
The artist is feeling abandoned or ignored by their partner.

And if it wasn't for the music I don't know what I'd do, yeah
The singer acknowledges how important music can be in helping them cope with difficult situations.

Last night a D.J. saved my life from a broken heart
The DJ's actions prevented the singer from experiencing more emotional pain.

You know I hopped into my car, didn't get very far, no
The singer tried to leave their current location or situation, but something stopped them or they didn't get very far.

Before I had you on my mind, why be so unkind?
The artist is questioning their partner's actions or motives.

You've got your women all around
The artist's partner may be flirting with or dating other people.

All around this town
The partner's behavior is well-known or visible to others in the community.

But I was trapped in love with you and I didn't know what to do
Despite their partner's unkindness, the singer still has feelings for them and is struggling to cope with those emotions.

But when I turned on my radio
The artist is about to describe how the DJ saved their life.

I found out all I needed to know
The artist discovered something important or helpful through listening to music.

Check it out
The artist is excited to share what they learned or experienced with the listener.

Hey, listen up to your local D.J.
The singer is encouraging others to pay attention to the music and the people who produce it.

You better hear what he's got to say
The artist believes there is important information or advice in the DJ's words or music.

There's not a problem that I can't fix
The singer believes they can solve any problem through music or by seeking help from a DJ.

'Cause I can do it in the mix
The singer is confident in their abilities as a DJ or in the power of music to make positive changes.

And if your man gives you trouble
The singer is addressing the concerns of women who may be struggling in romantic relationships.

Just you move out on the double
The artist believes it's better to leave a bad relationship quickly than to stay and suffer.

And you don't let it trouble your brain
The artist wants women to feel empowered and confident in their ability to make good decisions.

'Cause away goes trouble down the drain
The singer is using a metaphor to suggest that all problems can be washed away or eliminated.

Said away goes trouble down the drain
The singer repeats the metaphor to drive home the point that problems can be overcome.

Well alright
The artist expresses enthusiasm or approval of the situation.

Double time
The artist is encouraging the DJ to play faster or with more energy.

'Cause I can do it in the mix
The artist repeats the refrain from earlier to emphasize their abilities and confidence.

In the mix, in the mix, in the mix, in the mix, in the mix
The singer is encouraging people to dance or enjoy the music and repeating the phrase for emphasis.

In the mix, in the mix, in the mix, in the mix, in the mix
The artist repeats the phrase again to further emphasize the importance of the music and the DJ's abilities.