Black Bob
Kid Rock Lyrics


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They used to call me names
Said I was just a wanna be
But now they all pay to see
What they were gettin for free

How about them days and now
You don't know what to say
Ain't it funny how the sun can shine
And hide away

And its a long way on a they say highway
I'm still runnin
A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
Can you feel me comin
I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
Bettah wathc for me comin
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac

Knock knockin
Black bob at your door
Still rockin
Everybody say that
Knock knockin
Lookin for the payback

They used to say ritchie boy
He got no sense
But now they say oh bobby man
He was my best friend

Ain't it funny how the glory and the stories
And the times can change
And no sense ritchie just
Bought himself a big fuckin airplane

And its a long way on a they say highway
I'm still runnin
A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
Can you feel me comin
I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
Bettah wathc for me comin
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac

Knock knockin
Black bob at your door
Still rockin
Everybody say that
Knock knockin
Lookin for the payback

I grew up in the back woods
Hung in the crack hoods
Learned to pimp
Like a mack should

I could have been a rich man like pops
I never kissed ass
And those days since passed
Here I stand like jesus

I don't need this
Fuck you ho's can squeeze this
I can't believe this
I'm so wasted

From all the fruits of life
That I've tasted
Never a clone on the microphone
I got shit built up

'Cause I never felt loved at home
And all alones how I spend my free time
Writin' freal rhymes
Drinkin' cheap wine

Easy whips
And a cracker
I'm the master blaster
No one cuts faster

The king of disaster
Is who I am ho
And I'll be rippin the fuckin ryhmes
And ill make you mother shit her pants bro

So so
You better watch your back
Watch for me comin'




Watch for me comin'
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac

Overall Meaning

In Kid Rock's song Black Bob, the lyrics describe the journey of the song's protagonist, from being dismissed as a "wanna be" to becoming a successful rockstar. The song narrates the story of how Kid Rock achieved his success in the music industry, despite the odds against him. The first verse of the song talks about how people used to call him names and how they undervalued his talent, but now they pay to see him perform what they used to get for free. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which is an ode to Kid Rock's rise to fame.


The chorus of the song describes how Kid Rock is still running towards his dreams and how he has become "tombstone ugly" because of his struggles. He warns people to watch out for him when he arrives in his "59 drop top blood red Cadillac". The second verse of the song describes how Kid Rock grew up in the backwoods and learned to "pimp like a Mack should". He then goes on to describe how he could have been a rich man like his father, but he never kissed ass and chose to pave his own way.


Overall, Kid Rock's Black Bob is an empowering song that speaks to anyone who has ever been dismissed or undervalued. The song's lyrics remind us that success is possible, even in the face of adversity, and that with hard work, perseverance, and dedication, we can achieve our dreams.


Line by Line Meaning

They used to call me names
People used to make fun of me and call me derogatory names.


Said I was just a wanna be
People claimed that I had no talent, and was just trying to be someone or something that I was not.


But now they all pay to see
Now, those same people who made fun of me and doubted me, pay to come see me perform or listen to my music.


What they were gettin for free
These people used to be able to enjoy entertainment for free but now have to pay to see me perform.


How about them days and now
Reflecting on the past and comparing it to the present.


You don't know what to say
Speechless or not sure what to say.


Ain't it funny how the sun can shine
It's ironic how things can change in a positive way.


And hide away
Despite a good turn of events, some things may still be hidden or unknown.


And its a long way on a they say highway
The journey to success can be long and challenging.


I'm still runnin
Despite the obstacles, I am still pushing forward towards my goals.


A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
I am taking my own unique path to success and it can be a lonely one.


Can you feel me comin
Do you sense my presence and strength?


I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
I don't have the most appealing appearance and if you judge me based on that, be wary.


Bettah wathc for me comin
You better watch out for me because I am coming for success.


In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac
I will not only be successful but will also be flashy in a red Cadillac convertible.


Knock knockin
I'm at your door and demanding your attention.


Black bob at your door
The persona of Black Bob is at your door, representing Kid Rock.


Still rockin
I'm still creating, performing, and thriving.


Everybody say that
Everyone is talking about the success and presence of Kid Rock.


Lookin for the payback
I am seeking retribution against those who doubted me or did me wrong.


They used to say ritchie boy
Kid Rock's previous stage name was Ritchie Boy.


He got no sense
People thought that Kid Rock was foolish and lacked intelligence.


But now they say oh bobby man
Now, people refer to him in a more affectionate and appreciative way.


He was my best friend
People now claim to be Kid Rock's biggest supporters and friends.


Ain't it funny how the glory and the stories
It's ironic how one's experiences can change the course of their life.


And the times can change
Situations and experiences are not permanent, and can alter drastically.


And no sense ritchie just
Kid Rock's former persona of Ritchie Boy never made sense to some people.


Bought himself a big fuckin airplane
Kid Rock is now wealthy enough that he can afford a large, luxury airplane.


I grew up in the back woods
Kid Rock's upbringing was in a rural, forested area.


Hung in the crack hoods
Kid Rock spent time with low-income, drug-influenced people.


Learned to pimp
He learned to be suave and manipulative with the opposite sex.


Like a mack should
Kid Rock acquired the skill set of a pimp, or 'mack', appropriately.


I could have been a rich man like pops
Kid Rock's father was also successful, and Kid Rock could have followed in his footsteps if he chose that path.


I never kissed ass
Kid Rock did not succumb to the pressure of society, and remained true to himself and his vision.


And those days since passed
The past is behind Kid Rock, and his success is now a reality.


Here I stand like jesus
Kid Rock is standing strong in his beliefs and values, similar to the religious figure of Jesus Christ.


I don't need this
Kid Rock is confident and does not need validation or approval from others.


Fuck you ho's can squeeze this
Kid Rock is directing hostility towards those who doubted him and claiming superiority over them.


I can't believe this
Kid Rock is amazed at his own success.


I'm so wasted
Kid Rock is drunk or high on drugs.


From all the fruits of life
Kid Rock has experienced all the pleasures life has to offer.


That I've tasted
All the experiences Kid Rock has had are enjoyable to him.


Never a clone on the microphone
Kid Rock is original and unique in his approach to music.


I got shit built up
Kid Rock has a lot of energy, passion, and creativity inside of him that he is ready to unleash.


'Cause I never felt loved at home
Kid Rock did not receive love and validation from his family, causing him to seek it elsewhere.


And all alones how I spend my free time
Kid Rock is often alone with his creative thoughts when he is not busy working on music.


Writin' freal rhymes
Kid Rock is writing authentic and genuine lyrics for his music.


Drinkin' cheap wine
Kid Rock enjoys drinking inexpensive wine.


Easy whips
Kid Rock has access to and enjoys driving fancy cars.


And a cracker
Kid Rock is white, and identifies as such.


I'm the master blaster
Kid Rock is talented and skilled in his art of music.


No one cuts faster
Kid Rock is unique in his approach and cutting-edge in his technique.


The king of disaster
Kid Rock is the ruler of his own chaotic, unpredictable life and environment.


Is who I am ho
Kid Rock is unapologetically himself and will not change for anyone.


And I'll be rippin the fuckin ryhmes
Kid Rock will continue to create compelling and impressive music.


And ill make you mother shit her pants bro
Kid Rock's music can be so impressive that it causes intense emotion or excitement within the listener.


So so
An expression of indifference.


You better watch your back
Those who have doubted Kid Rock should be wary because he is now successful and powerful.


Watch for me comin'
Kid Rock should not be underestimated, and will continue to strive for success.


Watch for me comin'
Kid Rock should not be underestimated, and will continue to strive for success.


In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac
Kid Rock's success will be accompanied by flashy and extravagant elements to showcase his wealth and status.




Lyrics ยฉ Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: R.J. RITCHIE, MATTHEW SHAFER, JAMES TROMBLY

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

ghost r1der6541

They used to call me names
Said I was just a wanna be
But now they all pay to see
What they were gettin for free
How about them days and now
You don't know what to say
Ain't it funny how the sun can shine
And hide away
And its a long way on a they say highway
I'm still runnin
A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
Can you feel me comin
I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
Bettah wathc for me comin
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac
Knock knockin
Black bob at your door
Still rockin
Everybody say that
Knock knockin
Lookin for the payback
They used to say ritchie boy
He got no sense
But now they say oh bobby man
He was my best friend
Ain't it funny how the glory and the stories
And the times can change
And no sense ritchie just
Bought himself a big fuckin airplane
And its a long way on a they say highway
I'm still runnin
A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
Can you feel me comin
I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
Bettah wathc for me comin
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac
Knock knockin
Black bob at your door
Still rockin
Everybody say that
Knock knockin
Lookin for the payback
I grew up in the back woods
Hung in the crack hoods
Learned to pimp
Like a mack should
I could have been a rich man like pops
I never kissed ass
And those days since passed
Here I stand like jesus
I don't need this
Fuck you ho's can squeeze this
I can't believe this
I'm so wasted
From all the fruits of life
That I've tasted
Never a clone on the microphone
I got shit built up
'Cause I never felt loved at home
And all alones how I spend my free time
Writin' freal rhymes
Drinkin' cheap wine
Easy whips
And a cracker
I'm the master blaster
No one cuts faster
The king of disaster
Is who I am ho
And I'll be rippin the fuckin ryhmes
And ill make you mother shit her pants bro
So so
You better watch your back
Watch for me comin'
Watch for me comin'
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac



All comments from YouTube:

Comic Guy

12 years later and I'm still singing it like I'm young.

Jacob Roberts

2022 still kid rockin

Dustin decoursey

2023 and I'm still the long haired redneck rock n roll son of Detroit

Stephen Dodson

Still here jammin to it

Andrew Shiroff

So Talented. A Gift from God

ghost r1der6541

They used to call me names
Said I was just a wanna be
But now they all pay to see
What they were gettin for free
How about them days and now
You don't know what to say
Ain't it funny how the sun can shine
And hide away
And its a long way on a they say highway
I'm still runnin
A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
Can you feel me comin
I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
Bettah wathc for me comin
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac
Knock knockin
Black bob at your door
Still rockin
Everybody say that
Knock knockin
Lookin for the payback
They used to say ritchie boy
He got no sense
But now they say oh bobby man
He was my best friend
Ain't it funny how the glory and the stories
And the times can change
And no sense ritchie just
Bought himself a big fuckin airplane
And its a long way on a they say highway
I'm still runnin
A lonesome freeway of uncut my way
Can you feel me comin
I'm tombstone ugly and if you judge me
Bettah wathc for me comin
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac
Knock knockin
Black bob at your door
Still rockin
Everybody say that
Knock knockin
Lookin for the payback
I grew up in the back woods
Hung in the crack hoods
Learned to pimp
Like a mack should
I could have been a rich man like pops
I never kissed ass
And those days since passed
Here I stand like jesus
I don't need this
Fuck you ho's can squeeze this
I can't believe this
I'm so wasted
From all the fruits of life
That I've tasted
Never a clone on the microphone
I got shit built up
'Cause I never felt loved at home
And all alones how I spend my free time
Writin' freal rhymes
Drinkin' cheap wine
Easy whips
And a cracker
I'm the master blaster
No one cuts faster
The king of disaster
Is who I am ho
And I'll be rippin the fuckin ryhmes
And ill make you mother shit her pants bro
So so
You better watch your back
Watch for me comin'
Watch for me comin'
In a 59 drop top blood red cadillac

Taylor

Just wish there was a guitar lesson for this master piece

Donna Coffer

Love this kid Rock โคโคโคโค

John Everette

My mom loved kid rock I like alot of his classics for the longest I wouldn't listen to nothing past his album cocky but my mom's been gone for 10 years I feel she might be moving threw me cause I'm actually giving some albums past cocky a chance for once and they ain't bad rip mom and kid rock you for real was one my mom's favorites man

575Hayden

My mom loved his music but thought my music was sebatical and I'm a tech N9ne fan when she heard a cuss word she would get mad and I would always tell her kid rock's music is just as hardcore + sebatical like tech N9ne! Seen them both multiple times in concert and kid rock is the stage king!

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