Kid Rock released several studio albums from 1988 that mostly went unnoticed before his 1998 record 'Devil Without a Cause', released with Atlantic Records, sold 11 million albums behind the hits, "Bawitdaba","Cowboy," and "Only God Knows Why". In 2000, he released The History of Rock which was a compilation of remixed and remastered versions of songs from his previous albums as well as the hit single, "American Bad Ass". In 2001, he released the follow up, Cocky. After a slow start, his country-flavored hit "Picture" with Sheryl Crow resurrected the album and it went gold as a single and pushed the album's sales to more than 5 million. It was followed by 2003's self-titled release, which failed to chart a major hit. In 2006 he released Live Trucker , a live album. In 2007 Kid Rock released Rock N Roll Jesus, which produced a hit in "All Summer Long." It was his first worldwide smash hit, charting #1 in eight countries across Europe and Australia. Rock N Roll Jesus would go on to sell 5 million albums worldwide including being certified triple platinum in the US.
He has sold 22 million albums to date in the United States, which currently ranks him as the 99th best selling music artist of all time in the U.S.
3 Sheets to Wind
Kid Rock Lyrics
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I`m here and it`s clear I`m gonna flow so yo black
Just get on up or yo get the bozak
'Cause it ain`t Kojak or Dr. Suess
It`s the kid mother fucker and I`m gonna get loose
'Cause I got the juice to spruce and get nice and
So enticing strong like a bison
That I got more riffs than Randy Rhoads
Smash, slash and when I trash I bash
I get ill I chill but you don`t know the half
I trip I rip and though I think I`m slick
I`m nothin but a funky country hick
But I still get down with a sound that pumps
And you can hear me from the trucks and the trunks that bump
Never been questioned by the F.B.I
Although I`ve tried every method just to get high
L.S.D. is what I`m trippin on
And O.E. bitch is what I`m sippin on
A big fat booty`s what I`m grippin on
But for now I`m gonna rock and keep rippin on
Down to the mother fuckin A.M.
As I co bump and jump and keep the crowd in mayhem
No brain no pain...Now c`mon why'all and tell me what`s my name
3 sheets 2 the wind is the state I`m in
Half off the wagon with my feet draggin'
Taggin' hoes gettin' lots of trim
Gettin' jocks and props for all the spots I rock
I`m true I`m blue like Captain Kangaroo
And for the few who knew yo I`m a bang for you
Because the Kid Rock ain`t no bitch yo
And I ain't no radio want to get rich ho
So count my props you can`t get with me and fuck all you cops you ain`t shit to me
But hoes with guns playin hard for fun
So stay off my dick becuz I ain`t the one
And for anyone tryin to bust me up
You better chill with that tryin to fuck me up
And if you`re talkin shit I`m gonna shut ya up
And all ya wack D.J.`s I`m gonna cut ya up
'Cause I don`t give a fuck about no one
And when I wax I tax and that`s just how it goes son
Yo ain`t no sucker
'Cause I`m the kid.."rock mother fucker"
Straight from Mo-town and I won`t slow down
I cease the cheese M.C,`s I moe down
And I show no shame 'cause I`m down for mine
Now tell me what`s my name
It ain`t Eric Clapton and this ain`t slowhand
I`m the kid ya dig and I`m a rock the whole land
'Cause no man can make a track this grand
And if you know what I know than just...
In "3 Sheets to Wind," Kid Rock boasts about his lyrical skills and his ability to captivate audiences with his music. He talks about his versatility as an artist and his ability to flow with different sounds, likening himself to a bison and brandy. He also touches on his experiences with drugs, specifically tripping on LSD and sipping on OE, while highlighting his rebellious nature and disdain for law enforcement.
The song's title "3 Sheets to Wind" is a nautical term used to describe the state of a ship that is unmanageable due to the wind overpowering it. It is often used to describe a person who is extremely drunk and unable to control themselves. The term was originally "three sheets in the wind," as sails on a ship were held down with ropes, or sheets, and if three of them were loose, the ship would become uncontrollable.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm here and it's clear I'm gonna flow so yo black
I'm present and I'm going to rap so smoothly and effortlessly that it'll impress you.
Just get on up or yo get the bozak
Dance along to my music or you'll be missing out.
'Cause it ain't Kojak or Dr. Suess
It's not some cheesy, child-friendly or cutesy music.
It's the kid mother fucker and I'm gonna get loose
It's Kid Rock, and he's going to let loose and have fun with his music.
'Cause I got the juice to spruce and get nice and
He's got the energy and talent to create amazing music.
So enticing strong like a bison
His music is strong and captivating, like a wild buffalo.
Ruff like brandy and no one knows
His music is raw and tough, like a harsh liquor, and it's not widely known.
That I got more riffs than Randy Rhoads
Kid Rock has more musical riffs and tricks than Randy Rhoads, a famous guitarist.
Smash, slash and when I trash I bash
When Kid Rock plays his music loud and rough, he smashes and bashes it.
I get ill I chill but you don't know the half
Kid Rock can get crazy and also calm and chill, but you don't know everything about him yet.
I trip I rip and though I think I'm slick
Sometimes he falters, and sometimes he rocks really aggressively, but he always thinks he's so cool.
I'm nothin' but a funky country hick
He's just a simple, down-to-earth, and funky guy from the country.
But I still get down with a sound that pumps
Nevertheless, he's still able to create music that pumps and beats hard.
And you can hear me from the trucks and the trunks that bump
People can hear his music loud and clear, whether from their cars or speakers.
Never been questioned by the FBI
He's never had any trouble with the law or been investigated by the FBI.
Although I've tried every method just to get high
He's experimented with a lot of drugs to get high or enhance his music.
LSD is what I'm trippin' on and OE bitch is what I'm sippin' on
He's currently taking LSD and drinking OE beer.
A big fat booty's what I'm grippin' on
He's grabbing and enjoying a woman's big buttocks.
But for now, I'm gonna rock and keep rippin' on
He's going to continue to play and rock his music for now, no matter what.
Down to the motherfuckin' AM
He'll keep making music throughout the night until the early morning.
As I co-bump and jump and keep the crowd in mayhem
His music will keep the crowd dancing and excited, leading them to chaos and mayhem.
No brain, no pain...Now c'mon y'all and tell me what's my name
Kid Rock believes that if you don't think too hard, you won't feel any pain. He then asks his fans to tell him his name.
3 sheets 2 the wind is the state I'm in
He's fully drunk and high, and it's not his first time being completely inebriated like this.
Half off the wagon with my feet draggin'
He's mostly sober but having an intense hangover or enduring withdrawal symptoms.
Taggin' hoes gettin' lots of trim
He's having sex with a lot of women and enjoying it immensely.
Gettin' jocks and props for all the spots I rock
He's earning a lot of respect and attention for all the incredible music shows he's putting on.
I'm true, I'm blue like Captain Kangaroo
He's a real and genuine person, sticking to his beliefs, like Captain Kangaroo.
And for the few who knew, yo, I'ma bang for you
He'll keep making great music for his loyal fans who appreciate him.
'Cause the Kid Rock ain't no bitch, yo
He's not a coward or weakling, he's a strong and tough guy, and he's reminding everyone else of this fact.
And I ain't no radio want to get rich ho
He's not trying to make money quickly and easily like some other cheap and aspiring musicians.
So count my props, you can't get with me, and fuck all you cops, you ain't shit to me
People can appreciate his music and recognize his skill and talent, but he doesn't care about the police and others who criticize or mistreat him.
But hoes with guns playin' hard for fun
He's wary of women who have guns, are aggressive, and play hard for fun or thrills.
So stay off my dick because I ain't the one
Don't bother him or mess with him because he's not the type of guy who takes that kind of disrespect easily.
And for anyone tryin' to bust me up
He's warning anyone who wants to hurt him or his music.
You better chill with that tryin' to fuck me up
They should stop trying to cause him trouble.
And if you're talkin' shit, I'm gonna shut ya up
If they're talking bad and spreading rumors about him, he'll make them stop.
And all ya wack DJ's I'm gonna cut ya up
He's going to outperform and defeat all the weak and terrible DJs out there.
'Cause I don't give a fuck about no one
He doesn't care about what other people think or say about him or his music, and he'll keep doing what he loves regardless.
And when I wax I tax and that's just how it goes son
When he raps or sings, he takes over the spotlight and demands attention with his unique and amazing music.
'Cause I ain't no sucker
He's not a weakling or a pushover. He's tough and strong, and won't back down from anyone.
'Cause I'm the kid..'rock mother fucker'
He's the Kid Rock, and he's proud, and he's going to keep rocking and swaying his fans.
Straight from Mo-town and I won't slow down
He's from Mo-town, or Motor City, and he'll keep rocking and producing great music or performances.
I cease the cheese M.C,`s I moe down
He destroys and beats all the cheesy and weak rappers and their music out there.
And I show no shame 'cause I'm down for mine
He's not embarrassed of what he does or makes, he's passionate and proud of his music and skills.
Now tell me what's my name
Finally, he's asking his fans to identify him by his one and only name, Kid Rock.
It ain't Eric Clapton and this ain't slowhand
He's not Eric Clapton or a slow or soft musician.
I'm the kid ya dig and I'm a rock the whole land
He's the amazing Kid Rock, and he'll keep rocking and entertaining everyone all across the nation.
'Cause no man can make a track this grand
No one can make music that's even close to being as awesome and grand as his music.
And if you know what I know than just...
If someone understands or believes in his talent and music, then...
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: R.J. RITCHIE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@joelosminski4525
Growing up on the east side of Detroit we were bumping in 93! So glad the Kid made it in the mainstream... so cool reading the comments and seeing how many people LOVE his music! Peace and God bless
@mat7083
🔥🚬
@ziggythesavage1987
This song still goes hard
@freddyb2k4l47
I was doing the same downriver…✌🏽🫠✌🏽
@cordellivy3597
This is the best song ever done
I've lived over 50 years
This song is true masterpiece
@muthafuckaiwazgetnchanged8251
Listing to this albus has saved my life on multiple occasions, when this song is on my depression goes right out the window and I feel like a human again. This is literally the best anti depressant iv ever had the pleasure of having!!!
@lexyellingworth2264
Literallyyyyy
@joelosminski4525
PREACH brother
@freedom0fthought689
I’m very lucky to have witnessed the goat of music Kidrock 100% thank you for everything you do
@richardcarterjr8609
The best song ever by kid rock. I remember my dad having those big ass speakers that has that bass and when he played this song by kid rock it vibrated the whole entire car mirrors were vibrating to the beat it sounded like you were at a concert that was how loud it was my dad and I would jam to this song like crazy