It's Like That
Judge Jules / Boy George Lyrics


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Everybody sing!
Oh yeah, baby
One, two, three, oh yeah!
Oh, oh yeah
I'm a total experience
This is how I play
I'm not one of those people
With nothing much to say
I'm here to get busy
I'm here to throw down
I'm here to tell you that
The boy is back in town
I want to tell you something that you don't know
Don't know about me
They are much too blind to ever know the truth
Why can't they see?
Everybody sing!
I don't care what people say
I don't care what people do
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I don't care what people say
I don't care what people know
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
Satisfaction guaranteed
That's the way to go
Ain't no use in telling you
What they don't need to know
Some people are chilling
Some people are fly
That is what I'm telling you
Just don't believe the hype
Oh, I want to tell you something that you don't know
Don't know about me
Oh, they are much too blind to ever know the truth
Why can't they see
I don't care what people say
I don't care what people do
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I don't care what people say
I don't care what people know
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I can do what I want to do
Everybody sing
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I can do what I want to do
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I can do what I want to do
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I can do what I want to do
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
Whether they like it, oh yeah
Whether they like it...
I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not
I don't care what people say
I don't care what people do




I can do what I want to do
Whether they like it or not

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Judge Jules/Boy George's song It's Like That are all about self-expression and not caring what other people think about you. The opening verse establishes that the singer is a force to be reckoned with - they are experienced, confident, and ready to take on the world. The chorus emphasizes that their actions and choices are their own, and that they won't be swayed by other people's opinions. The repeated line "I can do what I want to do, whether they like it or not" is a defiant statement of individuality.


The second verse continues this theme, with the singer urging the listener not to believe everything they hear about them - they are much more complex and interesting than people give them credit for. The bridge encourages us not to get drawn into other people's drama or expectations, noting that some people are "chilling" while others are "fly." The closing verses repeat the chorus, driving home the message that the singer is going to live life on their own terms, regardless of what others may think.


Overall, the song is an anthem of self-acceptance and empowerment, encouraging each of us to be true to ourselves and not let others' judgments hold us back.


Line by Line Meaning

Everybody sing!
Let's all sing together!


Oh yeah, baby
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm


One, two, three, oh yeah!
Counting down to start the party


Oh, oh yeah
Acknowledging the good vibes in the air


I'm a total experience
I am the real deal, the complete package


This is how I play
This is my style, my way of doing things


I'm not one of those people
I am unique, I stand out


With nothing much to say
Unlike some, I have something worth hearing


I'm here to get busy
I am here to have a good time and dance


I'm here to throw down
I am here to bring energy and excitement to the party


I'm here to tell you that
I am announcing my presence and intention


The boy is back in town
I am back and ready to rock the party


I want to tell you something that you don't know
I have something to share with you that might surprise you


Don't know about me
You may not be aware of my true potential or character


They are much too blind to ever know the truth
Many people are not perceptive enough to see the real me


Why can't they see?
I wonder why people can't recognize my true worth or value


I don't care what people say
I am not affected by others' opinions or criticism


I don't care what people do
Others' actions do not control or influence me


I can do what I want to do
I have freedom and autonomy to make my own choices


Whether they like it or not
Regardless of others' approval or disapproval


Satisfaction guaranteed
I will deliver a great party experience


That's the way to go
That is the right approach or mindset to have


Ain't no use in telling you
There is no point in explaining something to you


What they don't need to know
Some things are best left unsaid


Some people are chilling
Some people are relaxed and taking it easy


Some people are fly
Some people are fashionable and stylish


That is what I'm telling you
I am sharing my observations and insights with you


Just don't believe the hype
Don't blindly follow popular trends or opinions




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TEDDY RILEY, GEORGE O'DOWD, GENE GRIFFIN, BERNARD BELLE

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Comments from YouTube:

gareth7070

Just wanna say I was there that nite an listening to now 22years later im still getting goosebumps wot a nite 🔊🔊🔊🔊😁😁😁👌👌👌👌

Quinn1129 Quinn

Mate same I was there that night and what it night it was one I will never forget.

CMCN

I wake up in the mornings tired like everyone but when i bang this set out on the way to work its the happiest feeling ever .... iv almost got out of the car at traffic lights on certain occasions, climbed on the bonnet and danced my balls clean off ... that's the way tunes should make ya feel.. good times 👌

Martijn Hamer

In my opinion, one of the best livesets ever!

LuckyIcePop

I agree

Lyndon Edwards

Has to be up there. Jules was one of the best around at his best.

Justice Buster

Remember seeing Jules in Kellys way back in 98-99. The club went beyond crazy, so much so the dance floor physically felt like you were on a tide, totally amazing!

Mark Olphert

Yep. I was squashed basically the 1st time I ever saw him. Before the second refit with the bass bins Just Unbelievable club

Popeye Nellins

Can't believe its 20 years old, never gets old. The judge will not budge 🤪

Paul Venables

And never stop plug some batteries if you need too .my jaw is on the the floorrrr lol be bo be bo be shake that tooty rooty

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