Rasmus Gardell, known as simply Rasmus or Rasmushroom, is a Swedish electronic/breakbeat artist though now based in London. He released two studio albums, Mass Hysteria (1998) and Serious Pranks (2000), and several singles. While he hasn't released any albums since 2000, he continues to produce and record music and puts it on Soundcloud.
Playboys
Rasmus Lyrics
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His father was rich
I'm gonna be a rich man too, so yeah
Right now my job is to have fun but whatever I want
Just be with my girl
It's such fun, you know?
I guess you don't 'cause your daddy ain't driving a Rolls Royce
I flush my money down the toilet, if it is the best choice
Nothing is my problem see...
I don't have to pay my bills, right?
I don't have to get a job
I don't have to train my skills, right?
'Cause I will never be poor
Yeah
What would you do, if you had my money?
You wouldn't go to school, you wouldn't get a job, like me
You'd just hang around
You would go parties where all rich people meet
Where the people are having fun, yeah, such fun, you know
Yeah, yeah, yeah
I don't have to pay my bills, right? (pay my bills, right)
I don't have to get a job (have to get a job, right)
I don't have to train my skills, right? (have to train my skills, right ah..)
'Cause I will never be poor
The lyrics of Rasmus's song "Playboys" offer a glimpse into the life of a rich playboy who enjoys his life to the fullest while not having to worry about money or responsibilities. The opening lines of the song reveal the singer's lavish lifestyle, which is inextricably linked to his family's wealth. He boasts about his father and grandfather's riches and how he will continue to be rich in the future, indicating that he does not plan on changing his lifestyle.
The lyrics suggest that the singer sees his life as a non-stop party. He doesn't have to work, pay bills or even bother about training his skills as he believes he will never be poor. He mocks those who do not have money, claiming they do not know how to have fun or enjoy their lives. The singer is casual about spending his money and even says he could flush it down the toilet if he wants, suggesting that he is not bothered about the value of money.
The song can be interpreted as a critique of the lifestyle of the rich and famous, highlighting how they do not have to work hard for their wealth and live with scant regard for society's norms. The lyrics also expose the privilege that comes with money, allowing the singer to not have to worry about bills or skills training - something that most people do. Overall, the song presents a somber picture of the class divide in society and how the privileged have the upper hand in every aspect of life.
Line by Line Meaning
As you might know my father is a rich man
I come from a wealthy family
His father was rich
My grandfather was also wealthy
I'm gonna be a rich man too, so yeah
I expect to inherit my family's wealth
Right now my job is to have fun but whatever I want
My current priority is to enjoy myself
Just be with my girl
My girlfriend is a major source of pleasure for me
It's such fun, you know?
I'm having a great time
I guess you don't 'cause your daddy ain't driving a Rolls Royce
You probably can't relate because your father isn't as wealthy as mine
'N your family ain't famous after all
Your family doesn't have the same level of social status that mine does
I flush my money down the toilet, if it is the best choice
I'm so wealthy that I can be careless with my resources
Nothing is my problem see...
I don't have to worry about anything
I don't have to pay my bills, right?
I don't even have to worry about basic financial responsibilities
I don't have to get a job
I have no need to work for a living
I don't have to train my skills, right?
Since I'm already wealthy, I don't have to worry about developing my abilities in order to make a living
'Cause I will never be poor
I'll always have enough money to live a life of luxury
What would you do, if you had my money?
If you were as wealthy as me, how would you spend your time?
You wouldn't go to school, you wouldn't get a job, like me
You wouldn't have to worry about education or employment
You'd just hang around
You could just relax and enjoy your wealth
You would go parties where all rich people meet
You could attend social events where you can socialize with other wealthy people
Where the people are having fun, yeah, such fun, you know
These parties are a great source of entertainment and enjoyment
Yeah, yeah, yeah
An expression of excitement or enthusiasm
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EERO ALEKSI HEINONEN, JANNE SAMULI HEISKANEN, LAURI JOHANNES YL�NEN, LAURI JOHANNES YLOENEN, PAULI ESKO ANTERO RANTASALMI
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