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.
Bawitdaba
Kid Rock Lyrics
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My name is kid
Kid rock!
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
And this is for the questions that don't have an answer
The midnight glances
And the topless dancers
The can of freaks
Cars packed with speakers
The g's with the forty's
And the chicks with beepers
The northern lights
And the southern comfort
And it don't even matter if your veins are punctured
All the crackheads, the critics, the cities
And all my heroes at the methodone clinics
All you bastards at the i.r.s.
For the crooked cops and the cluttered desks
For the shots of jack and the caps of meth
Half pints of love and a fifth of stress
All the hookers that are tricking out in hollywood
And for my hoods of the world misunderstood
I said it's all good and it's all in fun
Now get in the pit and try to love someone!
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
For the time bombs clicking and the heads they hang
All the gangs gettin' money and the heads they bang, bang
Wild mustangs
The porno flicks
All my homies in the county in cell block six
The grits when there ain't enough eggs to cook
And to d.b. cooper and the money he took
You can look for answers but that ain't fun
Now get in the pit and try to love someone
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
Bawitdaba da bang da bang diggy diggy diggy
Shake the boogie said up jump the boogie
The lyrics of Kid Rock's song "Bawitdaba" seem to be a celebration of rebellion and individuality. The chorus is a rallying cry to shake the boogie and jump up, indicating a desire to let loose and have a good time regardless of any rules or societal expectations. The verses touch upon a variety of topics, from sex and drugs to societal injustices and struggles. The lyrics emphasize the importance of living life on your own terms and not conforming to anyone else's standards.
The line "And this is for the questions that don't have an answer" highlights the idea that life is full of mysteries and uncertainties, and that it's okay not to have all the answers. The song also acknowledges the existence of vice and temptation, from topless dancers to crackheads, but it doesn't necessarily condone or judge them. Instead, the lyrics seem to be saying that these things are simply part of the world we live in, and that we should acknowledge them while also striving to live our best lives.
Overall, "Bawitdaba" is a fun, energetic song that encourages listeners to embrace their own uniqueness and live life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Bawitdaba, da bang, da dang diggy diggy, diggy, said the boogie, said up jump the boogie
My name is Kid Rock and I am starting this song with an energetic and catchy intro to get people hyped up and dancing.
And this is for the questions that don't have an answer
This song is for anyone who has ever questioned the way things are and can't seem to find a clear answer.
The midnight glances and the topless dancers
A reference to nightlife and strip clubs, where people go to let loose and have fun in their own way.
The can of freaks
A metaphor for society's outcasts and those who don't fit into the norm.
Cars packed with speakers, the g's with the forty's and the chicks with beepers
A nod to the car culture of the '90s, where people would pimp out their rides with massive speaker systems and show off their bling.
The northern lights and the southern comfort
This references two things associated with different parts of the country - the northern lights representing the colder, more remote areas, and southern comfort being a popular whiskey brand associated with the southern US.
And it don't even matter if your veins are punctured, all the crackheads, the critics, the cities, and all my heroes at the Methodone clinics, all you bastards at the I.R.S.,
This verse is a commentary on urban life, addiction, and bureaucracy. It touches on drug addiction and the struggles of those trying to overcome it, criticism from outsiders who don't understand, and the government institutions that seem to hinder more than help.
For the crooked cops and the cluttered desks, for the shots of jack and the caps of meth,
Continuing the urban motif, this references corruption in law enforcement and the drug culture associated with certain urban areas.
Half pints of love and a fifth of stress, all the hookers that are tricking out in Hollywood, and for my hoods of the world, misunderstood
A juxtaposition of love and stress, referencing the ups and downs of life. The line about prostitution in Hollywood highlights the darker side of fame and fortune, and the final phrase is a tribute to those who are judged unfairly for where they come from.
I said it's all good and it's all in fun, now get in the pit and try to love someone!
Despite all the societal struggles and issues, the message is to have a good time and embrace love and positivity. The line about getting in the pit is an invitation to join in the mosh pit - a staple of '90s rock shows - and let loose.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jason Edward Krause, David James Parker, Robert J. Ritchie, Sylvia Robinson, Matthew L. Shafer
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@hamsandwich1860
“All my heroes in the methadone clinic”. Kid rock is an angel for using this lyric.
@jeenyus720
greetings brother
@brettsabin5801
One of the main reasons I listen to this song
@bULLePaleska79
Haloo brother🤘keep clean and sober my bro
@SpaceDebriss
If you remember this song
you are not old
You are high quality vintage.🤘🤘
@Crash.7434
Man I remember being 7-8 years old and my dad was in a cover band and this was one of the songs. I’m now 20. I know that ain’t old but it’s been so long since I really heard the song.
@lisaburgess7103
Thanks I am 60 yrs
@debbymayhaw9242
I'm 62 and got to see this Kid rock it out twice. Awesome shows. Much respect for this guy.
@nathancripps9863
Made my mum and dad buy the 3 track CD for this one song. And and few more back in the day 😤😭 kids won’t understand and I am still a kid in my opinion 😂 28
@Crash.7434
@@nathancripps9863 “kids won’t understand” ya some kids just never got what they asked for. Like a 3 track cd player