-Written by Josh Hertz
Throwback
Rocom Lyrics
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That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like we bustin' ghosts and busy taping shows
All on my videos
Yo that was how it goes
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Nike kicks on my feet, that's the way to be
Imagine us in a Toys R Us
We were small enough and in the Bad Boy Club
Couldn't handle us riding bikes and such
BMX GT got pegs what up
I'm at the mall
Showdown at Tilt
Dark room, bright lights, can't count my kills
Lost some bills just to get shell shocked
Get to Super Shredder, I could beat em y'all watch
Like a Bebop, Rocksteady, Reebok Pump ready
Tree Top box suckin Ruckspin Teddy
My clothes all flipped from back to front
Calling out Kriss Kross when we jump jump
When I do this gotta be the coolest
Smoothest looking like Parker Lewis
But you knew this, got my game from Clueless
Why would anybody be dressed this stupid
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like we bustin' ghosts and busy taping shows
All on my videos
Yo that was how it goes
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like a time machine from out a Doc Brown dream
Nike kicks on my feet, that's the way to be
No doubt, Blow Pop's in my mouth
Let my tongue go blue 'til it's falling out
Because on the candy tip I rock with Fun Dip
Airheads, Warheads, to my Pixie Sticks
Big League Chew, Bubble Yum, Bubble Tape
What you gonna do, I got six feet of grape
Never late
Dinosaurs on my cake
T-Rex at the top, longneck's at the base
Don't hate high scores in my game
Playing Narc, Kung Fu, Duck Hunt and Rad Race
Got love for the Power Glove
So sad though because I never had one
You could call it trash, I'm bad like Muck Man
And Toxie too, I make a geek look rad
Had posters up from my Mad Magazine
Hard to believe when it feels like a dream
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like we bustin' ghosts and busy taping shows
All on my videos
Yo that was how it goes
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like a time machine from out a Doc Brown dream
Nike kicks on my feet, that's the way to be
No mercy in my dojo, get it
I'm a sweep the leg just like my sensei said it
Sassing on the edit, duct tape it and forget it
Shoe Goo gotta do when my kicks got shredded
Getting all the tricks in Thrasher magazine
Airwalk, baggy pants, Stussy drip so clean
Got time
Got nowhere to be
So we smash up a Street Fighter two machine
Mortal Kombat, don't get me on that
Rip your spine out your back then I have a good laugh
Blood code what you know
Meet me at the show
X up my hands, Binaca in my throat
I'm a Stone Cold Stunner on the go
Choke slam, pile drive you into a tombstone
And on the ropes I do a six one nine
And I've got two words for you if you don't like that
Suck it
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like we bustin' ghosts and busy taping shows
All on my videos
Yo that was how it goes
That's a throwback to the days of past
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
Like a time machine from out a Doc Brown dream
Nike kicks on my feet, that's the way to be
The lyrics to Rocom's song "Throwback" are a nostalgic reflection on the past, specifically the 90s era. The song takes the listener on a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about various aspects of that time. The opening line, "So, she looks at me and asks what were the 90s like," sets the tone for the song as a conversation about the past.
The lyrics mention activities like busting ghosts and taping shows on video, referencing popular culture from the 90s. The mention of Nike kicks on the feet reflects the fashion trends of that era. The song also mentions going to Toys R Us and being part of the Bad Boy Club, evoking memories of childhood and youthful rebellion. The lyrics mention riding bikes, specifically the BMX GT, which was a popular brand during that time.
The second verse dives into the candy and gaming culture of the 90s. The lyrics reference Blow Pops, Fun Dip, Airheads, Warheads, and various other nostalgic candies. It also mentions playing arcade games like Narc, Kung Fu, Duck Hunt, and Rad Racer. The mention of the Power Glove, a popular gaming accessory, adds to the overall nostalgic vibe of the song.
The third verse taps into the pop culture references of the time. The lyrics mention Mad Magazine posters, referencing a popular satirical publication. It also mentions the character Muck Man from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise, showcasing an appreciation for geek culture. The verse ends by expressing disbelief that these memories could feel like a dream, emphasizing the sentiment of nostalgia and longing for the past.
Overall, "Throwback" is a song that captures the essence of the 90s, from pop culture references to fashion and childhood memories. It invokes a sense of longing for a simpler time and highlights the impact that the 90s had on the songwriter's life.
Line by Line Meaning
So, she looks at me and asks what were the 90s like
She glances over at me and inquires about the experience of living in the 90s era
That's a throwback to the days of past
It serves as a nostalgic reference to previous times
You would have known that if you'd a gone way back
If you had delved deep into the past, you would have been aware of it
Like we bustin' ghosts and busy taping shows
Similar to our activities of capturing ghosts and avidly recording television programs
All on my videos
All documented in my video recordings
Yo that was how it goes
That was the way things happened
Like a time machine from out a Doc Brown dream
Similar to a device that transports through time, conjured from the imaginings of Doc Brown
Nike kicks on my feet, that's the way to be
Wearing Nike shoes on my feet is the epitome of coolness
Imagine us in a Toys R Us
Just picture us inside a Toys R Us store
We were small enough and in the Bad Boy Club
We were young and part of a rebellious group
Couldn't handle us riding bikes and such
Others struggled to cope with us riding bicycles and engaging in similar activities
BMX GT got pegs what up
My BMX GT bike had pegs, isn't that impressive?
I'm at the mall
I find myself at the shopping mall
Showdown at Tilt
Engaging in exciting competitions at the Tilt arcade
Dark room, bright lights, can't count my kills
Inside the dimly lit gaming room, the vibrant lights make it impossible to keep track of the number of victories
Lost some bills just to get shell shocked
Sacrificing money to experience the adrenaline rush and shock in virtual warfare
Get to Super Shredder, I could beat em y'all watch
I reach the final boss, Super Shredder, and confidently defeat him while others observe in awe
Like a Bebop, Rocksteady, Reebok Pump ready
Prepared and equipped, similar to the characters Bebop and Rocksteady from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, but with Reebok Pumps
Tree Top box suckin Ruckspin Teddy
Enjoying the music from a Ruckspin Teddy bear while it resides in its Tree Top cereal box
My clothes all flipped from back to front
I intentionally wear my clothes in a reversed manner, with the back becoming the front
Calling out Kriss Kross when we jump jump
While jumping, we playfully mention Kriss Kross, referencing their song 'Jump'
When I do this gotta be the coolest
I aim to be the coolest when performing this action
Smoothest looking like Parker Lewis
I appear exceptionally smooth and stylish, reminiscent of the character Parker Lewis
But you knew this, got my game from Clueless
You already knew this, I acquired my skills and knowledge from the movie Clueless
Why would anybody be dressed this stupid
One might wonder why anyone would intentionally dress in such a foolish manner
No doubt, Blow Pop's in my mouth
Without a doubt, I have a Blow Pop candy in my mouth
Let my tongue go blue 'til it's falling out
I let my tongue turn blue from the candy until it nearly falls out of my mouth
Because on the candy tip I rock with Fun Dip
Regarding candy, I particularly enjoy and excel with Fun Dip
Airheads, Warheads, to my Pixie Sticks
I indulge in Airheads, Warheads, and Pixie Sticks as my choice of sweet treats
Big League Chew, Bubble Yum, Bubble Tape
I relish in chewing Big League Chew, Bubble Yum, and Bubble Tape gums
What you gonna do, I got six feet of grape
What can you possibly do against my six feet of grape-flavored candy?
Never late
I am always punctual
Dinosaurs on my cake
My cake is adorned with dinosaur decorations
T-Rex at the top, longneck's at the base
A Tyrannosaurus Rex figurine sits atop the cake, while smaller dinosaur figurines line the base
Don't hate high scores in my game
Don't be envious of my impressive scores in video games
Playing Narc, Kung Fu, Duck Hunt and Rad Race
Engaging in gameplay of the video games Narc, Kung Fu, Duck Hunt, and Rad Race
Got love for the Power Glove
I possess great admiration for the Power Glove, a video game accessory
So sad though because I never had one
However, it's regrettable that I never owned one myself
You could call it trash, I'm bad like Muck Man
Some may label it as worthless, but I am exceptional, akin to the character Muck Man
And Toxie too, I make a geek look rad
Additionally, I can make even a geek look stylish, just like Toxie
Had posters up from my Mad Magazine
I proudly displayed posters from my collection of Mad Magazine
Hard to believe when it feels like a dream
It's difficult to comprehend as it seems like a fantastical dream
No mercy in my dojo, get it
I show no mercy in my martial arts training venue, do you understand?
I'm a sweep the leg just like my sensei said it
I plan to execute a leg sweep maneuver as my sensei taught me
Sassing on the edit, duct tape it and forget it
I'm confidently editing with a touch of attitude, sealing it with duct tape and disregarding it afterward
Shoe Goo gotta do when my kicks got shredded
I need to apply Shoe Goo to repair and salvage my sneakers that have been torn apart
Getting all the tricks in Thrasher magazine
I master all the tricks featured in Thrasher skateboard magazine
Airwalk, baggy pants, Stussy drip so clean
I showcase my impressive style with Airwalk shoes, loose-fitting pants, and fashionable Stussy clothing
Got time
I have plenty of free time
Got nowhere to be
I have no specific place or obligation to attend
So we smash up a Street Fighter two machine
Consequently, we indulge in the act of recklessly destroying a Street Fighter II arcade machine
Mortal Kombat, don't get me on that
I would rather not delve into a discussion about Mortal Kombat
Rip your spine out your back then I have a good laugh
I derive amusement by forcefully extracting your spine from your back and finding it amusing
Blood code what you know
Are you familiar with the blood code in video games?
Meet me at the show
Come and join me at the event or performance
X up my hands, Binaca in my throat
I form an 'X' symbol with my hands while having Binaca mouth spray in my throat
I'm a Stone Cold Stunner on the go
I execute the Stone Cold Stunner wrestling move while on the move
Choke slam, pile drive you into a tombstone
I forcefully lift and slam you, driving you headfirst into the ground like a tombstone
And on the ropes I do a six one nine
While using the ropes in a wrestling ring, I perform a move called the '619'
And I've got two words for you if you don't like that
If you happen to dislike that, I have a concise response for you
Suck it
The response is 'suck it'
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Suman Chatterjee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Chris McLean
Love it man. Touches many bases in my life and the flow is sick.
Kris
🖤
Vampire Village
Nice to see you popping back up on here.. was a huge chs fan back in the day, baby don't cry don't cry let your eyes dry.. maybe someday we can collab
Building The Revolution
You rule Holmes
ZODI AC/DC
クレクレタコラとブースカのフィギュアある！凄い！！