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 the 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...
The lyrics of Kid Rock's song 3 Sheets to the Wind are an expression of his self-confidence and desire to let loose. The song starts with Kid Rock introducing himself as the main act and challenging the audience to either get on the wagon or get out. He boasts of his musical ability and being a country hick who manages to make people dance to his music. Throughout the song, he references drugs and partying and makes it a point to mention that he's never been questioned by the FBI, despite trying various methods to get high.
The chorus of the song, "3 sheets 2 the wind is the state I'm in, half off the wagon with my feet draggin'," is an expression of Kid Rock's wild and carefree nature. He sings about enjoying the attention he gets from women and the recognition he receives for his music. At the same time, he makes it clear that he doesn't care about anyone's opinion of him, especially that of law enforcement.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm here and it's clear I'm gonna flow so yo black
I am present here and I am going to rap flawlessly and effortlessly, my friend.
Just get on up or yo get the bozak
You better get up and dance, or get the hell out of here.
'Cause it ain't Kojak or Dr. Suess
This isn't a childish show, it's the Kid Rock show, son.
It's the kid mother fucker and I'm gonna get loose
I'm Kid Rock and I'm going to get wild and crazy on this track.
'Cause I got the juice to spruce and get nice and
I am full of energy and charisma to make this song even better.
So enticing strong like a bison
I am powerful and seductive, just like a bison.
Ruff like brandy and no one knows
I'm tough like brandy, and nobody understands the real me.
That I got more riffs than Randy Rhoads
I have more complex and impressive guitar riffs than the legendary Randy Rhoads.
Smash, slash and when I trash I bash
I'm aggressive and destructive, and I'll beat you down when I need to.
I get ill I chill but you don't know the half
I can be both crazy and calm at the same time, but nobody really knows me fully.
I trip I rip and though I think I'm slick
I stumble and make mistakes, but I still think I'm cool.
I'm nothin but a funky country hick
Despite my swagger and charm, I'm just a simple guy from the country.
But I still get down with a sound that pumps
I still know how to create music that gets everybody hyped.
And you can hear me from the trucks and the trunks that bump
My music is so loud that it can be heard from far away, especially from car sound systems.
Never been questioned by the F.B.I
I have never been under investigation by the FBI, although I have tried various methods to get high.
Although I've tried every method just to get high
I may have experimented with drugs in the past to get high.
L.S.D. is what I'm trippin on
I am currently under the influence of LSD.
And O.E. bitch is what I'm sippin on
I am currently drinking Olde English Malt Liquor.
A big fat booty's what I'm grippin on
I am currently holding onto a curvy woman's butt.
But for now I'm gonna rock and keep rippin on
Despite indulging in vices, I am going to continue performing and creating music.
Down to the mother fuckin A.M.
I will perform and party all night long, until the early morning.
As I co bump and jump and keep the crowd in mayhem
I will keep the audience engaged and energetic by rapping and dancing along with them.
No brain no pain...Now c'mon why'all and tell me what's my name
I don't have to think too hard about what I'm doing, and it doesn't hurt me. Now, audience, can you tell me who I am?
3 sheets 2 the wind is the state I'm in
I am extremely drunk and inebriated, to the point where I don't know what I'm doing.
Half off the wagon with my feet draggin
I am so drunk that I am barely able to stand and walk straight.
Taggin' hoes gettin' lots of trim
Despite my drunken state, I am still able to attract women and get laid often.
Gettin' jocks and props for all the spots I rock
I am receiving praise and admiration for all the successful performances and shows I have done.
I'm true I'm blue like Captain Kangaroo
I am loyal and committed to my craft, just like the beloved Captain Kangaroo character from children's television.
And for the few who knew yo I'm a bang for you
I am dedicated to creating music that caters to my true fans, and will not sell out to mainstream success.
Because the Kid Rock ain't no bitch yo
I am not weak or cowardly, and will not be pushed around or intimidated.
And I ain't no radio want to get rich ho
I am not like other musicians who only want to be on the radio and get rich quickly.
So count my props you can't get with me and fuck all you cops you ain't shit to me
You can praise and admire me all you want, but you cannot match my unique style and attitude. And I have no respect for law enforcement.
But hoes with guns playin hard for fun
I am attracted to women who are wild and dangerous, and love to cause trouble for fun.
So stay off my dick becuz I ain't the one
Don't come after me or try to undermine me, because I am too powerful and confident for that.
And for anyone tryin to bust me up
For anyone who wants to criticize or attack me,
You better chill with that tryin to fuck me up
they better calm down and not try to mess with me.
And if you're talkin shit I'm gonna shut ya up
If you keep talking trash about me, I will silence you.
And all ya wack D.J.'s I'm gonna cut ya up
If any bad DJs try to ruin my show or career, I will replace them and be better than them.
'Cause I don't give a fuck about no one
I don't care what anyone thinks, and will do what I want regardless.
And when I wax I tax and that's just how it goes son
When I perform or create music, I do it smoothly and effectively, and I demand respect.
Yo ain't no sucker
I am not a fool or an easy target.
'Cause I'm the kid..'rock mother fucker'
I am Kid Rock, and I am a proud and confident musician.
Straight from Mo-town and I won't slow down
I am from Detroit, Michigan, a.k.a. Mo-town, and I will continue to produce and perform music no matter what.
I cease the cheese M.C.,'s I moe down
I eliminate and defeat other rappers who try to challenge me or take away my fame and success.
And I show no shame 'cause I'm down for mine
I am not ashamed or guilty about being a musician, and I will defend my artistry when necessary.
Now tell me what's my name
Can you tell me my name again? This is Kid Rock, mother fucker!
It ain't Eric Clapton and this ain't slowhand
I'm not Eric Clapton, and my music is not slow or mellow like his.
I'm the kid ya dig and I'm a rock the whole land
I am Kid Rock, and I will make all of America dance and party with my music.
'Cause no man can make a track this grand
My music is so unique and impressive that no other musician can match it in quality or style.
And if you know what I know than just...
If you know what I'm talking about, then just...
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