Cool
Original Motion Picture Soundtrack;Tucker Smith Lyrics
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"I wanna get even"
"Get cool"
"I wanna bust"
"I wanna go"
"Go cool"
Boy, boy, crazy boy
Get cool, boy
Got a rocket in your pocket
Keep coolly cool, boy
Don't get hot 'cause man, you've got some high times ahead
Take it slow and, Daddy-o
You can live it up and die in bed
Boy, boy, crazy boy
Stay loose, boy
Breeze it, buzz it, easy does it
Turn off the juice, boy
Go man, go
But not like a yo-yo, school boy
"Just play it cool, boy
Real cool"
"Easy, Action"
"Shh"
"Cool it A-Rab, cool it, cool it"
"Pow, hahaha"
Cool, go
Crazy, cool, go
Crazy, go
Boy, boy, crazy boy
Stay loose, boy
Breeze it, buzz it, easy does it
Turn off the juice, boy
Just play it cool, boy
Real cool
The lyrics to "Cool" in the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, are from the musical West Side Story. The song takes place during a dance-off between the two rival gangs, the Jets and the Sharks. In the song, the Jets urge their youngest member, Baby John, to maintain his composure and not get too hot-headed during the altercation. They advise him to play it cool, stay loose, and not let his emotions get the best of him. By doing so, they believe they can come out on top in the rumble.
The lyrics convey a theme of youthful bravado, but also touch on the idea of remaining focused and level-headed in difficult situations. The Jets' advice to Baby John is an attempt to keep him safe, and it also speaks to the larger idea of navigating the tumultuous world of gang violence. Ultimately, the song presents a contrast between the turbulent situation at hand and the need for restraint and self-control.
Line by Line Meaning
You wanna live in this lousy world? Play it cool
To survive in this harsh world, one must maintain composure and play it smart
I wanna get even
I want to seek revenge for past wrongs committed against me
Get cool
Maintain a cool-headed attitude and approach to the situation
I wanna bust
I want to assert my authority and show my dominance
Bust cool
Assert your dominance while still maintaining composure
I wanna go
I want to leave this place and move on
Go cool
Leave with grace and composure
Boy, boy, crazy boy
Get cool, boy
Got a rocket in your pocket
Keep coolly cool, boy
Don't get hot 'cause man, you've got some high times ahead
Take it slow and, Daddy-o
You can live it up and die in bed
Boy, boy, crazy boy
Stay loose, boy
Breeze it, buzz it, easy does it
Turn off the juice, boy
Go man, go
But not like a yo-yo, school boy
You are energetic, but be composed and calm. You have a promising future ahead, but do not rush into it. Take it slow and enjoy the ride. Stay relaxed and take it easy. Stay active, but do not be erratic like a child.
Just play it cool, boy
Real cool
Maintain a cool attitude and composure, no matter what
Easy, Action
Take it easy, but still move forward and take action
Shh
Be quiet and keep it on the down-low
Cool it A-Rab, cool it, cool it
Calm down and relax, A-Rab
Pow, hahaha
An expression of excitement and enthusiasm
Cool, go
Crazy, cool, go
Crazy, go
Maintain a cool attitude, but still have fun and take risks in life
Boy, boy, crazy boy
Stay loose, boy
Breeze it, buzz it, easy does it
Turn off the juice, boy
Just play it cool, boy
Real cool
You are full of energy and potential, but it is important to remain calm and composed. Take it easy, but still move forward and take action. Maintain a cool attitude and composure, no matter what.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim
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