Stayin Alive
Ozzy Osbourne & Dweezil Zappa Lyrics
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Alright now, oh, yeah, oh, yeah
Well, you can tell by the way I use my walk
I'm a woman's man, no time to talk
Music's loud and women warm
I've been kicked around since I've been born
And you may look the other way
We can try to understand
The New York Times' effect on man
Whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Feel the city breakin' and everyone is shakin'
And stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ha, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive
Everybody on the dance floor, darlin's
We're goin' to dance with the Devil
Well, I get low and I get high
And if I can't get either, I really try
Got the wings of Heaven on my shoes
I'm a dancin' man and I just can't lose
Now, it's all right, it's okay
I'll live to see another day
We can try to understand
The New York Times' effect on man
Whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Feel the city breakin' and everyone is shakin'
They're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ha, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Ha, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive
It's all right, it's okay
And you may look the other way
We can try to understand
The New York Times' effect on man
It's all right, it's okay
I'll live to see another day
We can try to understand
The New York Times' effect on man
Are you ready, Disco Man
Oh, yeah, all right now
I'm back
The lyrics to Ozzy Osbourne's "Stayin' Alive" are a reimagining of the Bee Gees classic hit "Stayin' Alive." The verse "Well, you can tell by the way I use my walk, I'm a woman's man, no time to talk" is a direct quote from the original song. Ozzy's version adds some darker and edgier lyrics while still paying homage to the original disco classic. The opening lines of "all aboard the disco train" and "everybody on the dance floor, darlin's, we're goin' to dance with the Devil" give a different vibe to the song, setting a darker tone.
Ozzy's version also maintains the original's message of resilience and determination to keep going despite adversity. The chorus "whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother, you're stayin' alive, stayin' alive" encourages unity and perseverance. The bridge "we can try to understand, the New York Times' effect on man" alludes to the power of the media and the impact it can have on society.
In summary, Ozzy's "Stayin' Alive" takes the disco classic and adds a darker and more intense twist to the lyrics, while still promoting the message of resilience and perseverance.
Line by Line Meaning
All aboard the disco train
Let's get into the groove and have some fun
Alright now, oh, yeah, oh, yeah
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the dance party
Well, you can tell by the way I use my walk
My confident walk and body language shows that I am a hit with the ladies
I'm a woman's man, no time to talk
I'm always busy charming ladies and don't have much time for idle chatter
Music's loud and women warm
The music is blasting and the women are friendly and enticing
I've been kicked around since I've been born
I've had a tough life and faced many challenges since birth
It's all right, it's okay
Don't worry, everything is under control
And you may look the other way
You might choose to ignore me or this lifestyle
We can try to understand
Let's try to comprehend one another's point of view
The New York Times' effect on man
The influence media has on human behavior and perception
Whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother
Regardless of who you are or where you come from
You're stayin' alive, stayin' alive
You're thriving and surviving despite life's challenges
Feel the city breakin' and everyone is shakin'
The energy is high and the people are dancing and having fun
And stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Continuing to thrive and survive despite any obstacle
Ha, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive, stayin' alive
Reiterating the idea of thriving and surviving through laughter and joy
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, stayin' alive
Continuing to laugh and enjoy life
Everybody on the dance floor, darlin's
Inviting everyone to join in the dancing and fun
We're goin' to dance with the Devil
We're living life to the fullest and embracing the wild side
Well, I get low and I get high
I experience both lows and highs in life
And if I can't get either, I really try
If I'm not feeling up, I make an extra effort to feel better
Got the wings of Heaven on my shoes
Feeling uplifted and liberated by the music and dancing
I'm a dancin' man and I just can't lose
I'm a skilled dancer who always has a good time
Now, it's all right, it's okay
Don't worry, everything is still under control
I'll live to see another day
I will persevere and survive to see another day
Are you ready, Disco Man
Asking if everyone is ready to party and dance
Oh, yeah, all right now
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the party
I'm back
Asserting my presence and readiness to continue having fun
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Maurice Ernest Gibb, Robin Hugh Gibb, Barry Alan Gibb
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@shadowman2192
Ozzy Osbourne covering this song is the greatest compliment the Beegees could ever receive.
@bazilwreckerloughead
BEST version I've ever herd! But I think Ozzy could sing the phone book & sound good!!
@robgraves7081
Nicely put!!!
@rastiga9196
I just found this today after 43 years of life, my life has been a lie!
@grunkster
I can only imagine the recording studio during this recording. Dweez and Ozzy in the same room is something I'd love to see.
@countroshculla
Now I have heard everything!!
@turtle4775
four words Der Hund von Baskerville
@jeffallen3598
I never believed anyone could ever cover ANY BeeGees song. You will just never replace their sound... Barry Gibbs voice, etc. That said, wow, i’m blown totally away. by this!! I Never thought a BeeGees song could rock like this!!
@66Sixxy
You should listen to the Foo Fighters as Dee Gees. They do an amazing job. They also have a video of them, dressed in 70s disco garb, trolling the Westboro Baptist Church idiots who came to KC to protest them, again.
#HailSatin
@georgiannspeight4799
You can’t cover Ozzy either sabbra cababra proves that