Pass the Dutchie
Musical Youth Lyrics


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This generation
Rules the nation
With version

Music happen to be the food of love
Sounds to really make you rub and scrub
I say
Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance (Jah know)

It was a cool and lonely breezy afternoon
(How does it feel when you got no food?)
You could feel it 'cause it was the month of June
(How does it feel when you got no food?)
So I left my gate and went out for a walk
(How does it feel when you got no food?)
As I pass the dreadlocks' camp I heard them say
(How does it feel when you got no food?)

Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance (Jah know)

So I stopped to find out what was going on
(How does it feel when you got no food?)
'Cause the spirit of Jah, you know he leads you on
(How does it feel when you got no food?)
There was a ring of dreads and a session was there in swing
(How does it feel when you got no food?)
You could feel the chill as I seen and heard them say
(How does it feel when you got no food?)

Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance (Jah know)

'Cause me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass
Give me little music make me wind up me waist
Me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass
Give me little music make me wind up me waist, I say

Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance (Jah know)

You play it on the radio
And so me say, we a go hear it on the stereo
And so me know you a go play it on the disco
And so me say we a go hear it on the stereo (bow)

Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance (Jah know)

On the left hand side (I say, I say)
On the left hand side (I say)
On the left hand side
(We meet) On the left hand side (say man)
On the left hand side

Me say east, say west, say north and south (on the left hand side)




This is gonna really make us jump and shout (on the left hand side)
Me say east, say west, say north and south (on the left hand side)

Overall Meaning

The song "Pass the Dutchie" by Musical Youth is a reggae track that was released in 1982. The song is about the power of music and its ability to bring people together. The lyrics describe a group of people who are hungry and looking for food, and who find solace in the music that they hear from a group of dreadlocks who are playing music in a nearby camp. The lyrics urge the listener to "pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side," which means to share good vibes and pass around positive energy.


The chorus of the song is catchy, with the repetition of the phrase "pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side" creating an infectious call-and-response pattern. The use of the word "dutchie" is a reference to a cooking pot used to prepare marijuana, but in this context, it is used as a metaphor for sharing music and good vibes. The song also includes several references to Jah, which is a Rastafarian term for God.


Overall, "Pass the Dutchie" is a feel-good song that celebrates the power of music to bring people together and lift spirits. The song's upbeat melody and catchy chorus make it a classic reggae tune that is beloved by fans of the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

This generation Rules the nation With version
This generation dominates and governs the society with the influence of music.


Music happen to be the food of love Sounds to really make you rub and scrub I say
Music is a powerful medium that can arouse deep feelings of love and passion in individuals, making them dance and enjoy.


Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say) Pass the dutchie 'pon the left hand side It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance (Jah know)
Pass around the marijuana on the left hand side, while the music plays and creates an energetic vibe that makes everyone dance and enjoy themselves.


It was a cool and lonely breezy afternoon (How does it feel when you got no food?) You could feel it 'cause it was the month of June (How does it feel when you got no food?) So I left my gate and went out for a walk (How does it feel when you got no food?) As I pass the dreadlocks' camp I heard them say (How does it feel when you got no food?)
The singer describes a moment when he's experiencing hunger due to having no food. As he goes for a walk, he hears the rasta community speak about the same feeling.


So I stopped to find out what was going on (How does it feel when you got no food?) 'Cause the spirit of Jah, you know he leads you on (How does it feel when you got no food?) There was a ring of dreads and a session was there in swing (How does it feel when you got no food?) You could feel the chill as I seen and heard them say (How does it feel when you got no food?)
The singer decides to approach the rasta gathering to understand their thoughts about the hunger issue. He discovers that they have a spiritual connection and that the musical session happening can help alleviate their condition by creating a positive vibe.


'Cause me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass Give me little music make me wind up me waist Me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass Give me little music make me wind up me waist, I say
The singer emphasizes the importance of percussion and bass instruments to create a vibrant musical performance that can move the body in a rhythmic way.


You play it on the radio And so me say, we a go hear it on the stereo And so me know you a go play it on the disco And so me say we a go hear it on the stereo (bow)
The song is about to be played on different platforms like radio, stereo, and disco so everyone can hear it and dance to it.


On the left hand side (I say, I say) On the left hand side (I say) On the left hand side (We meet) On the left hand side (say man) On the left hand side
The phrase 'On the left hand side' is repeated multiple times to create a catchy chorus that people can sing and dance to. It's a call to pass the dutchie so everyone can enjoy the music.


Me say east, say west, say north and south (on the left hand side) This is gonna really make us jump and shout (on the left hand side) Me say east, say west, say north and south (on the left hand side)
The singer says that no matter where you are, the music can bring people together, and create joy and happiness. It's a universal language that transcends borders and cultural differences.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Aaron Brown, Fitzroy Ogilvie Simpson, Headley Bennett, Huford Brown, Jackie Mittoo, Leroy Sibbles, Lloyd Anthony Ferguson, Robbie Lyn, Sharna Evelyn Bass, William Alaneme

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@Josonnn

Lyrics: This generation
Rules the nation
With version
Music happens to be the food of love
Sounds to really make you rub and scrub
I say
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun (give me the music, make me jump and prance)
It a go dung, ya know? (Give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance)
It was a cool and lonely breezy afternoon
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
You could feel it 'cause it was the month of June
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
So I left my gate and went out for a walk
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
As I pass the dreadlocks camp, I heard them say
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun (give me the music, make me jump and prance)
It a go dung, ya know? (Give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance)
So I stopped to find out what was going on
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
'Cause the spirit of Jah, you know he leads you on
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
There was a ring of dreads and a session was there in swing
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
You could feel the chills as I seen and heard them say
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun (give me the music, make me jump and prance)
It a go dung, ya know? (Give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance)
Now me say, listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass
Give me a little music, make me wind up me waist
Me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass
Give me a little music, make me wind up me waist, I say
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun (give me the music, make me jump and prance)
It a go dung, ya know? (Give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance)
You play it on the radio
And so me say, we a go hear it on the stereo (stereo)
And so me know we a go play it on the disco
And so me say we a go hear it on the stereo, whoa
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side (I say)
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun (give me the music, make me jump and prance)
It a go dung, ya know? (Give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance)
On the left hand side (I say)
On the left hand side (I say)
On the left hand side (idiot)
On the left hand side (feel it)
On the left hand side
And I say east, say west, say north and south
This is gonna really make us jump and shout
And I say east, say west, say north and south
This is gonna really make us jump and shout
I say.



@kennethadam13

[Intro]
This generation
Rules the nation
With version
Music happen to be the food of love
Sounds to really make you rub and scrub
(scatting) I say

[Chorus]
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance
(Jah know!)

[Verse 1]
It was a cool and lonely breezy afternoon
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
You could feel it cause it was the month of June
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
So I left my gate and went out for a walk
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
As I pass the dreadlocks' camp I heard them say
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)

[Chorus]
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance
(Jah know!)

[Verse 2]
So I stopped to find out what was going on
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
Cause the spirit of Jah, you know he leads you on
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
There was a ring of dreads and a session was there in swing
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)
You could feel the chill as I seen and heard them say
(How does it feel when you've got no food?)

[Chorus]
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance
(Jah know!)

[Bridge 1]
Now me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass
Give me little music make me wind up me waist
Me say listen to the drummer, me say listen to the bass
Give me little music make me wind up me waist, I say

[Chorus]
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance
(Jah know!)

[Bridge 2]
You play it on the radio
And so me say, we a go hear it on the stereo
And so me know you a go play it on the disco
And so me say, we a go hear it on the stereo

[Chorus]
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
Pass the Dutchie 'pon the left hand side
It a go bun, give me the music, make me jump and prance
It a go dung, give me the music, make me rockin' at the dance
(Jah know!)

[Outro]
I say east, say west, say north and south
This is gonna really make us jump and shout



All comments from YouTube:

@leokimvideo

The greatest ear worm song ever written, once you hear this it never leaves your head

@xmix9920

I know you.

@Phil_the_Gorilla

@@xmix9920 me too

@toothgrinder2760

100%. I get ear worms quite easily, and they can go on for days at a time, to the point that I’ll go to sleep and instantly wake up with the same earworm from the day before; but “Pass the Dutchie” is one of the only earworms I don’t mind.

@Mortanux

Theese sounds fall into my mind....

@whydidthisreplacemyname

I've had this in my head since 5th grade

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@A1-aw

Who else is watching this is 2024?

@EzekielTWD

Reviewing my most listened songs of 2023 lol

@PEY0T3

This Is 2024, offcourse, mafren, i'm watchin, pass the Kouchie, pass the Douchie

@lois10forever

Meee

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