Ain't Nobody Got Time for That
Rubber Duc Lyrics


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Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time for that
Stop, you're making a sound.
Don't think of writing it down.
If the word gets out you're gonna go to jail.
We've got things to say.
Don't take our words away.
Transparency, it's our right to see your games.
You've got aeroplanes, blue light brigades for a family name.
Bring the air force in there's gonna be a fire.
We wana know who paid who,
who passed the message through?
Jumbo jets, friends with benefits, sing with me this melody...
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time for that
When driving to work takes its toll.
Spend your pay check driving home.
Please JZ up my salary for bribes.
Two days drilling holes, backstage you little moles.
Justin B ain't as rich as me, everyone at FNB sing...
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time for that
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time
Ain't nobody got time for that
Rewind to the times that were violent,
how we stood and fought through the silence.
Consumption, corruption confined
in a nation we fought to survive in.
How can we survive when we pay more for mileage, for mansions on coastlines that boast our retirement?
So what's next? Does Rubber Duc have to put it in context?
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Overall Meaning

Rubber Duc’s song Ain’t Nobody Got Time for That is a satirical take on the pressure and superficiality of modern life, especially in South Africa. The repetitive chorus emphasizes the busy nature of life that leaves people with no time to deal with any unnecessary drama or corruption. The line "stop, you're making a sound, don't think of writing it down" highlights the fear that lurks in people's minds when they see or experience corruption, they want to speak out but do not want to be caught out due to the consequences of exposing these powerful individuals. The song then takes a turn and brings up corruption and the injustice that is done as a result of those in power. The lines "Transparency, it's our right to see your games/We've got aeroplanes, blue light brigades for a family name" allude to the idea that some individuals in South Africa use their position of power to avoid scrutiny and justice.


The song then drops another satirical line by saying that while people don't have time to deal with corruption, they do have time to complain about their salaries to Jacob Zuma. The line "Rewind to the times that were violent, how we stood and fought through the silence" refers to how the citizens of South Africa stood up for their rights during apartheid and the struggle for freedom. The song implies that modern South Africans need to stand up again and take back their country from those who gravely miss use their power. Overall, Ain't Nobody Got Time for That is a satirical commentary on South African society, calling for transparency and justice to prevail.


Line by Line Meaning

Ain't nobody got time for that
We don't have time to waste on things that aren't important.


Ain't nobody got time
We don't have any extra time.


Stop, you're making a sound.
Don't speak out and cause trouble.


Don't think of writing it down.
Don't document anything that might be incriminating.


If the word gets out you're gonna go to jail.
Sharing secrets could lead to getting caught and facing legal consequences.


We've got things to say.
We have important things to share.


Don't take our words away.
Don't silence us or censor what we have to say.


Transparency, it's our right to see your games.
We deserve transparency and accountability from those in power.


You've got aeroplanes, blue light brigades for a family name.
The wealthy and powerful have access to resources and connections that the rest of us don't.


Bring the air force in there's gonna be a fire.
If we keep pushing for change, there will be repercussions and resistance.


We wana know who paid who, who passed the message through?
We want to uncover corruption and hold those responsible accountable.


Jumbo jets, friends with benefits, sing with me this melody...
The elite enjoy a luxurious lifestyle and are often interconnected, but we won't let that stop us from speaking out.


When driving to work takes its toll.
The daily grind can wear us down.


Spend your pay check driving home.
We often spend all of our hard-earned money just to make ends meet and get back to our families.


Please JZ up my salary for bribes.
We shouldn't have to resort to bribery to get ahead in life.


Two days drilling holes, backstage you little moles.
Even mundane tasks take up valuable time and effort.


Justin B ain't as rich as me, everyone at FNB sing...
Contrasting oneself with others and bragging about wealth will not bring about positive change.


Rewind to the times that were violent, how we stood and fought through the silence.
Looking back at our history of struggle can inspire us to continue advocating for justice.


Consumption, corruption confined in a nation we fought to survive in.
Our efforts to build a better society are hindered by factors like greed and corruption.


How can we survive when we pay more for mileage, for mansions on coastlines that boast our retirement?
Our current economic system is unfair and unsustainable, making it difficult for ordinary people to thrive.


So what's next? Does Rubber Duc have to put it in context?
What will it take for us to move forward and create a better future for all?




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@toniconge7003

Popped up on my Spotify discovery was scared it was going to be one of those auto tune things luckily it was this awesome song instead!!! :D

@Meytren

I explored them also yesterday and love These guys :)

@TheOutZZ

+Tony Kong Dude, that's scary, I found this video the same way :D.

@rnagaming6399

Tony Kong sameee

@datboidank4319

I did to

@katmaw5910

literally the same for me

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@SimplyMuziq

Awesome guys!!! #supportsamusic

@edwinbuys1391

As a proud South African, I have to say - Absolutely brilliant!!! :)

@sinethembazitha

2021 and i am responding to this

@sponge963

Well Done Guys Representing South Africa on a epic level :D

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