After 10 years, approximately 1500 shows, 2 albums and 5 EP's Nitocris made the very difficult decision to have an indefinite and possibly permanent break to pursue their own personal projects. The girls have been playing around the country since they were all an average age of 15 and have achieved amazing success within Australia.
2001 alone saw them play the Big Day Out Tour nationally; complete their own 60 date national headlining tour; receive an ARIA Nomination for Best Independent Release; and release the final single, Spouse Killer, from their self-titled album.
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Nitocris Lyrics
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If you're havin' trouble with your high school head
He's givin' you the blues
You wanna graduate but not in his bed
Here's what you gotta do
Pick up the phone
I'm always home
Just ring
362 4 364 - Hey
I lead a life of crime - Hey
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
You got problems in your life of love
You got a broken heart
She's double dealin' with your best friend
That's when the teardrops start - fella
Pick up the phone
I'm here alone
Or make a social call
Come right in
Forget about him
We'll have ourselves a ball - Hey
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
If you got a lady and you want her gone
But you ain't got the guts
She keeps naggin' at you night and day
Enough to drive you nuts -
Pick up the phone
Leave her alone
It's time you made a stand
For a fee
I'm happy to be
Your back door man
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
Concrete shoes, cyanide, TNT
Done Dirt Cheap
Neckties, contracts, high voltage
Done Dirt Cheap
The song starts off with the singer acknowledging the difficulties that high-school can bring, but he is here to help you out. If the listener is having trouble with someone in school, they should just give the singer a call, and he'll handle it. The phone number is given in the lyrics, and the singer asserts that he is always available, because he leads a life of crime. The chorus, which repeats the phrase "Dirty deeds done dirt cheap," suggests that the singer is going to resolve the listener's issues for a low price. The second verse deals with relationship troubles. The listener has been wronged by their partner or love interest, and the singer is there to give them revenge. Once again, the singer provides his phone number as a way for the listener to contact him. The final verse suggests that the singer can even execute murder if the price is right. He mentions several weapons, including concrete shoes, cyanide, TNT, neckties, and high voltage. The singer is willing to do anything for the right amount of money.
In "Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap," AC/DC delivers a tongue-in-cheek take on hiring someone to take care of troublesome people or situations. The lyrics are meant to be taken with a grain of salt, as it's not meant to be taken seriously. Rather, it's a humorous way of dealing with life's problems. Beyond that, the song has become synonymous with the band's ability to create hard-driving rock songs that never take themselves too seriously. It's a classic that continues to inspire rockers of all ages.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're havin' trouble with your high school head
He's givin' you the blues
You wanna graduate but not in his bed
Here's what you gotta do
If your high school headmaster is giving you a hard time, and you want to graduate without sleeping with him, listen closely.
Pick up the phone
I'm always home
Call me any time
Just ring
362 4 364 - Hey
I lead a life of crime - Hey
Call me anytime if you need someone to do your dirty work, I am a professional criminal who is always up for the job.
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
Dirty Deeds and they're Done Dirt Cheap
I successfully do dirty deeds without charging much, which is why you should come to me.
You got problems in your life of love
You got a broken heart
She's double dealin' with your best friend
That's when the teardrops start - fella
If you have love problems, a broken heart or your girlfriend is cheating on you with your best friend, call me.
Pick up the phone
I'm here alone
Or make a social call
Come right in
Forget about him
We'll have ourselves a ball - Hey
Pick up the phone or come over, and we can forget about your cheating girlfriend, and have a party while I secretly take care of her.
If you got a lady and you want her gone
But you ain't got the guts
She keeps naggin' at you night and day
Enough to drive you nuts -
Pick up the phone
Leave her alone
It's time you made a stand
For a fee
I'm happy to be
Your back door man
If you no longer want your girlfriend and can't break up with her yourself, I can deal with her for a fee. I am your secret partner in taking care of your dirty work.
Concrete shoes, cyanide, TNT
Done Dirt Cheap
Neckties, contracts, high voltage
Done Dirt Cheap
I can take care of any kind of dirty work you need, from murder to blackmailing, and I won't charge much.
Contributed by Alaina K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.