Written by Dee Dee Ramone a… Read Full Bio ↴Released 10/1984 on ''Too Tough To Die''
Written by Dee Dee Ramone and Johnny Ramone
Produced by T. Erdelyi (Tommy Ramone) and Ed Stasium
Engineered by Ed Stasium
Johnny Ramone - Guitar
Dee Dee Ramone - Bass, Vocals
Richie Ramone - Drums, Backing Vocals
Wart Hog
Ramones Lyrics
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(Wart hog, wart)
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(Wart hog) I shot some dope, I feel so sick
It's a sick world, sick, sick, sick
Drugs and bitches and junkies and fags
Sick, sick, sick, it's the price I pay
It's a sick world, what can I say?
Bullshit scum, they desintegrate
They steal, they cheat, they take-take-take
(Wart)
(Wart hog, wart)
(Wart hog, wart)
(Wart hog, wart)
(Wart hog) I want to puke, I can't sit still
There's sex and drugs in a nightmare world
It's a sick world, sick, sick, sick
It's a hopeless life, I hate it, hate it
It's the drugs and the lies and the ripoff bet?
It's an outlaw life, we're a renegade band
Drugs and bitches and commies and queers
Artificial phonies, I hate it, hate it
(Wart)
(Wart hog, wart)
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The Ramones's song 'Wart Hog' embodies the quintessential punk rock attitude of cynicism, aggression, and rebellion against societal norms. The song is essentially a criticism of the ugliness and depravity that exists in contemporary society and how it seeps into people's lives, leading to feelings of hopelessness and despair. The opening lines 'I shot some dope, I feel so sick, it's a sick world, sick, sick, sick' set the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer feeling disgusted and disillusioned with the world around them.
The song uses a lot of vulgar and offensive language, which was typical of punk rock at the time, as a way to shock and provoke the audience. The lyrics are especially critical of drug use, promiscuity, and homosexuality, which were taboo subjects at the time. It highlights how these things were seen as social pariahs and were shamed instead of being acknowledged as something that existed in society.
Overall, 'Wart Hog' is an exasperated scream against the hypocrisies of society, portraying the physical and spiritual degradation that people subjected themselves to. It's a powerful critique of the darker side of human behavior and a reflection of the Ramones's disdain for the norms of society.
Line by Line Meaning
(Wart hog) I shot some dope, I feel so sick
The singer has taken drugs, and now feels unwell.
It's a sick world, sick, sick, sick
The world is full of sickness and depravity.
Drugs and bitches and junkies and fags
The world is filled with drugs, prostitutes, addicts, and homosexuals.
Artificial phonies I hate it, hate it
The world is full of people who are fake and insincere, and the singer despises them.
Sick, sick, sick, it's the price I pay
The singer acknowledges that their own addiction and lifestyle contribute to the sickness of the world.
It's a sick world, what can I say?
The singer emphasizes the depravity of the world, and how little can be done to change it.
Bullshit scum, they desintegrate
The people who live this lifestyle are worthless and destructive.
They steal, they cheat, they take-take-take
These people are not only morally bankrupt, but also engage in criminal behavior.
(Wart hog) I want to puke, I can't sit still
The singer is disgusted with what they see in the world, and can't handle it.
There's sex and drugs in a nightmare world
The grim reality of the world is filled with drugs and sexual exploitation.
It's a hopeless life, I hate it, hate it
Despite acknowledging their own role in it, the singer despises the world they live in.
It's the drugs and the lies and the ripoff bet?
The singer questions what they perceive as the cycle of drug addiction, dishonesty, and exploitation.
It's an outlaw life, we're a renegade band
The singer and his band are outsiders, who reject the mainstream lifestyle and embrace their own form of rebellion.
Drugs and bitches and commies and queers
Once again, the grim portrait of a world of drugs, prostitutes, radicals, and homosexuals is painted.
Artificial phonies, I hate it, hate it
The insincerity and hypocrisy of others is once again despised.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dee Dee Ramone, Joey Ramone, Johnny Ramone
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Metal Macabre
This song kicks so much ass. The Ramones fucking rule. That's coming from a straight up metal head. These guys are the reason I took up wanting to be a drummer. My parents were Ramones fans, I grew up in the 80s, born in 78' my parents loved the Ramones. My mom took me with them to see them in 1982' she put all kinds of shit on me to protect my ears. I begged them to let me go with them. They took me, and I came out of it just fine. Yes she protected the hell out of my ears but I was fine, and loved every minute of it. They signed my little leather jacket. Johnny, Joey, Dee Dee, and Marky. They signed it with a silver paint marker my mom brought. I used to jump up on my toy box, with my Sha na na guitar, and strummed along to it. I wasn't playing anything that made sense but in my mind I was jamming right along with Johnny. Lmao
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It's like Cartman before there was Cartman.
hissteria
One of the best most punk songs of the Ramones and possibly history
Don't forget to dance
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Stay rude
TS50ER
Saw the Ramones on the Too Tough Tour at the Lyceum Ballroom in London. My ears were ringing for days afterwards,.
Gene Clark
Dee Dee ramone was a world class singer
Inik Ramone🎸⚡
Dee Dee sounds weird, but sings good
Jardani Jovonovich
He was weird.
Brandon Hebert
I love it!
David Birtles
Sing along it's easy
braulust
You Sir have posted the only comment this track needs. Thank you.