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.
You Never Met a Motherfucker Quite Like Me
Kid Rock Lyrics
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I've been on the cover of the Rolling Stone
I met the president when I was half stoned
I been so high I've gotten confused
I been beat down, broke and used
Motherfucker
I drank with hank, talked blues with Billy
Rocked with Run sang with shotgun Willy
From 3-day-old chili to sake with wasabi
I'm home hey I'm home
You never met a motherfucker quite like me
Not like me, dida dada like me, hey like me
No more bein' poured drink specials at winners
Or being ignored by the think-straight sinners
I used to smoke pinners while my moms made dinner
Now I smoke bombs and rock with Lynyrd Skynyrd
No beginners here I'm a seasoned vet
Educated on jazz by my man Ahmed
Heard again my friend I been the world n back
But I'm Michigan boy can you feel that
And I'm home
You never met a motherfucker quite like me
No, not like me, God damn like me, hey hey like me
Never thought I'd go as far in life as this
Never made par and I could give 2 shits
Never wanted to sell cars cause my dad was a dick
Never wanted a guitar 'till I heard a lick like this
[Freebird lick]
And from the depths of Dixie to my northern spots
You know its time to rock when ole glory drops
I pimp through town with the top laid back
Black hat, fine blonde, cold Pabst in my lap
I'll adapt
To any and all situations
That's why the call me the pimp of the nation
Hey bitch you best believe I live in the woods not your world of greed
Might *** a little weed might *** a little yeah
I'm so proud to be living in the USA
You've never met a motherfucker quite like me
Hey hey like me, da di da da stay like me, hey hey hey like me
You ain't ever met and you ain't never going meet
You never met a, never met a, never never never never met a
Motherfucker quite like me
You ain't never met a mother like me
Hey you ain't never never never never never met someone like me
(Hey hey)
Never met like me,
(Hey hey)
(Hey dude hey)
Never met a mother like me
(Come on, hey)
And you never, and never gonna never gonna meeeeeet
(Hey come on already)
You never meeeeeeeet
(stop)
What?
(Dude, there's more to life than just you)
hahaha
The song "You Never Met a Motherfucker Quite Like Me" by Kid Rock is a bold, boastful, and braggadocious anthem of his life achievements, experiences, and persona. The first verse is an introduction to some of the milestones he's achieved, such as being on the cover of Rolling Stone and meeting the president. He then goes on to describe his encounters and experiences with famous musicians like Hank Williams Jr., Billy Joel, and Run DMC. Kid Rock is proud of his journey from his humble beginnings in Philly to becoming a big-time player in the music industry, and he flaunts his success in his lyrics.
The song's chorus is a recurring statement of how unique and exceptional Kid Rock is, and that his audience has never met someone like him. It's a confident proclamation of his one-of-a-kind persona and an assertion of his place in the world. Kid Rock also takes a dig at his past and the people who never took him seriously, such as the "think-straight sinners" who ignored him. He's self-aware of his past struggles and hardships, but he's overcome them and is now living his best life, smoking weed and drinking sake with wasabi.
Overall, "You Never Met a Motherfucker Quite Like Me" is Kid Rock's tribute to himself, his music, and his unique identity. It's a song about embracing who you are, no matter how different it is from others, and striving to be the best version of yourself.
Line by Line Meaning
Yep
Acknowledgement and agreement with something that was just said or done.
I've been on the cover of the Rolling Stone
I have achieved a high level of success in the music industry.
I met the president when I was half stoned
I have had experiences that only a privileged few have had.
I been so high I've gotten confused
I have indulged in substances that have affected my cognitive ability.
I been beat down, broke and used
I have experienced hardship, financial instability and betrayal.
Motherfucker
A term used to express pride and confidence.
I drank with hank, talked blues with Billy
I have shared experiences with musicians who are legends in their own right.
Rocked with Run sang with shotgun Willy
I have performed and collaborated with musicians from different genres and backgrounds.
Went from small time Philly to big time Bobby
I have transitioned from a small-time artist to a successful one.
From 3-day-old chili to sake with wasabi
I have gone from eating simple food to experiencing fine dining and exotic cuisine.
I'm home hey I'm home
I feel comfortable and happy in my environment.
You never met a motherfucker quite like me
I am unique and have had experiences that no one else has had.
Not like me, dida dada like me, hey like me
No one else is like me, no one else can be me, and that's a source of pride for me.
No more bein' poured drink specials at winners
I have moved beyond being a struggling artist and performing in small venues.
Or being ignored by the think-straight sinners
I have overcome obstacles, including people who didn't believe in me.
I used to smoke pinners while my moms made dinner
I have come from humble beginnings and worked hard to achieve success.
Now I smoke bombs and rock with Lynyrd Skynyrd
I have evolved and am now able to indulge in more sophisticated pleasures.
No beginners here I'm a seasoned vet
I have been in the music industry for a long time and have gained a lot of experience.
Educated on jazz by my man Ahmed
I have learned from and been inspired by other musicians.
Heard again my friend I been the world n back
I have traveled extensively and had experiences that have broadened my perspective.
But I'm Michigan boy can you feel that
Despite my experiences, I am still proud of my roots and where I come from.
Never thought I'd go as far in life as this
I have achieved more than I ever thought possible.
Never made par and I could give 2 shits
I have never been interested in conforming to societal expectations or norms.
Never wanted to sell cars cause my dad was a dick
I have resisted traditions and expectations imposed upon me by others.
Never wanted a guitar 'till I heard a lick like this [Freebird lick]
I have found my passion in music and found inspiration in great musicians.
And from the depths of Dixie to my northern spots
I have been all over the United States.
You know its time to rock when ole glory drops
I know when it's time to perform and I take it seriously.
I pimp through town with the top laid back
I live my life in a carefree and confident way.
Black hat, fine blonde, cold Pabst in my lap
I enjoy the finer things in life and am surrounded by beauty.
I'll adapt to any and all situations
I am a chameleon and can adjust to any environment.
That's why the call me the pimp of the nation
I am confident and celebrated for my charisma and success.
Hey bitch you best believe I live in the woods not your world of greed
I am authentic and refuse to partake in the artificiality of society.
Might *** a little weed might *** a little yeah
I enjoy indulging in life's pleasures.
I'm so proud to be living in the USA
I am patriotic and appreciative of the opportunities that America has provided me.
Hey you ain't never never never never never met someone like me
I stand out and am unlike anyone else.
(Hey hey)
Expressing enthusiasm and excitement.
Stop
Bringing the performance to an end.
What?
Asking for clarification or explanation.
(Dude, there's more to life than just you)
Recognizing that there is more to the world and life than just one's own experiences and achievements.
hahaha
Expressing amusement or laughter.
Contributed by Jackson O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@patriotsunited8947
Imagine how this will be 15 Years later...we are there and still awesome.
@kidrockofficialchannel5912
Hello are you my true music fan?
@user-sk7hu1pf2k
Yes
@MegaSdavidson
Salute to kid rock and his father!!! A northern Michigan country boy can survive.
@roseofsharon3819
You know it's time to rock when old glory drops! Lyrics! Damn boy. Live forever!
@oldschool5188
8 tours. Met him and Joe C in Knoxville TN. 420 concert. His music is a inspiration. Helped load the equipment. Got stoned. All good
@kidrockofficialchannel5912
Hello are you my true music fan….
@johnthomson8332
Kid rock is a revolutionary, $20 concert tickets, t shirts, he doesn't rape his fans. I think he deserves a lot of respect for that. I went to a couple concerts 2 summers ago. I am pretty sure he is doing the same thing this year and I will be there at DTE (pine knob to me). It's pretty cool living about 15 miles away from kid rock, eminem. watched them both go from struggling to having the world by the balls. (good job fellas) and they always represent the D through thick and thin. Oh and my aunt has a cottage on the same lake as kid, his crib is a few doors down and his boat is there from the video all summer long. Pretty cool down to earth guy.
@robertingram5890
@pinheadpatrick1550
John Thomson you're one lucky son of a gun.