No Good
Prodigy Lyrics


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Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?

Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?

Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me





You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
Don't need no one, that's no good for me

Overall Meaning

The song "No Good" by Prodigy is about rejecting someone who is not good for you. The repetition of the phrase "You're no good for me, I don't need nobody" emphasizes the singer's determination to cut ties with this person, despite any potential emotional attachment. The repeated questioning of "who can hear the bass drum" highlights the importance of music and dancing as a release from negative influences and a way to connect with others who share the same passion.


The song's fast-paced electronic beat and aggressive vocals reflect the energy and intensity of the club scene, where the song is often played. The lyrics also allude to the idea of being selective and autonomous in one's relationships and not settling for less than what one deserves. The repetition of the phrase "don't need no one, that's no good for me" reinforces this message.


Overall, "No Good" is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to stand up for themselves and prioritize their own well-being in relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

Come on, who can, who can, can hear the bass drum?
The song is asking who can hear the beat of the bass drum, encouraging the listener to feel and engage with the music.


You're no good for me, I don't need nobody
The song is declaring that the subject addressed is not beneficial to the singer's life and they don't need anyone like them.


Don't need no one, that's no good for me
The song emphasizes that the singer doesn't need anyone in their life who doesn't add value or positivity.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James Edward Bratton, Kelly M. Charles, Liam Howlett

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@Geneticlyinsane1

You could still play this in any club in the world and the place would erupt , a timeless work of pure musical genius

@carolinedoonan6342

💯🔥

@albertmeyer7279

They actualy do so😅

@andrewlafite6527

Thing is kids these dnt appreciate how gooooood this song really is you'd never see them off there face enjoying themselves dancing all nite

@jacksonb6444

⁠@@andrewlafite6527 I think phones being everywhere and everything being broadcasted has to do with it. Hard to completely let go when youre always subject to being filmed

@Bawitdabadabangdadang

Very true. We are always being watched and filmed. Scary times!

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@Alexander--1

Всё ещё хороши! 🔥

@ninac2499

My country is Serbia (part of ex Yugoslavia) and Prodigy was the first foreign band which played concert in my country after war ended. They came literally 3 weaks after ending of war in prime of their popularity. The concert was amazing and members behaved like we are "normal" country without fear or prejudices. I just can't describe how enormously my people are thankful to Prodigy for that greatness. After 4 years of suffering and horribleness, that concert was the most beautiful thing that happened to Serbian people. It was so huge that even we younger generations who even wasn't born at that time, know about it.

@stue2485

Ty-love-from-England.

@michaelStrikess22z

Dodji na sea star u hrv, dolazi prodigy

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