Thanks
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Alright, before we get it started: when we did that "Smoke Two Joints", that was jacked from the Toyes and that song "Rivers of Babylon" was written by Brent Dowe and Trevor McNaughton.

Alright now, crucial thanks out to the Happoldt, Nowell, and Wilson families for their patience and support. We love y'all! To all the players who made this possible: thank you very much! (Yeah, the check's in the mail.) To Kelly Vargas for steppin' in there and makin' it happen. The LBP, the world famous Juice Bros, the Field-Marshall Goodman and the man called Floyd-I. Thanks out to Bad Religion, the Descendents. George Hurley, and Mike Watt to all those flops but only when they ain't hangin' out; to Toby dog-(whistles)-to Louie dog, to Matt dog. James Brown, the BSM, to Miles Davis. the Canda all night rocker. to South Side part and Cathrene --- whazzup dude?! and, alright, now best wishes out to Eno and Shelly, and their baby on the way.

Hey, up to Jimi Hendrix, to Beer, the Sonic Lizard, the Rape Man. How about Bob Marley, Bob Dobbs, and Bob Forrest, to all those punker sluts, to Eek-a-Mouse, Tom for lettin' us practice and crashin', chilling, and partying all night, Peni, Fugazi, Rhino '59, Greek1, the Last Puriah's, and Naomis' Hair. How about the Butthole Surfers, and Frank Zappa? ANB, Big Drill Car, Bert Suzanka and all the Ziggens' around the world, to Jack the Third, to Julia Parker.

Hey Jeff Duquesne, where's my mic stands? Martini with his 40oz in hand. To Jay Dodds, and his son Christian. I gotta say thank you to Skum, Hard as Smoke and Cheap as Wood, to Scumette and the Vandals. How about H.R. for 'nuff inspiration, 'nuff respect? Hey, Mick Fleet, Joanne, and Caroline. Hey, I gotta say whazzup to fuckin' Snow, and Bam-Bam and all the East Side Stoners. St. Tucko, Sean Stern, the Ken G. Easley project, Steve Zapeda, and Richard Gecko, and everyone down at Bogart's. Thanks a million. I gotta say whazzup and thank you to Dave Shea, and Greg A. Without them ,this wouldn't be possible. (Oh yeah, your mom called and said you guys should take a nap!) To Sacramento, BMD, and Danny Lovitz out in Arcada. I gotta say thank you to Diet Fade, Imagine Yellow Suns, every one out at Band is Dead, Kevin Swinson, Freesia, Cold Duke Train, and Wister, and ah, how could I not thank Mark Mandoo, and the One Live Crew, and all the Lakewood posse? Mr. Capoo, and the Antioch posse, especally the Johnson family --- whazzup, Ms. J.?
I gotta say whazzup to Dirty Al, Jennifer Henry, and Kelly too out in San Fransico, Lisa Johnson in Austin, Tonto, Jimmy Carl Black, Mercado Caribe in Austin. Thanks a lot, Lee, for gettin' us in out of the heat! Jimmy's in New Orleans, the Hard Back in Gainsville, Florida. Mark Goodnight for his psycho pad --- alright, we stayed at this guy's house, and, when they had that murders back in, like, '89, a guy and a girl got hacked up in his pad and we stayed there but, ya know, it was great! ---, to Jack Tripper (even though he don't know a goddamn thing about Orlando!), to Ingrid in Arcada, Rusty, Bermuda Pete, and Sara, Shannon Boyle, to the Space Fish (sorry guys maybe next time), NKOTB in Costa Mesa, the O.K. hotel in Seattle. to Joel for gettin' us that shit at waves. (We needed that, man. Thanks, bro!) To Ninjaman, Tam, D'arby Crash, D. Boon, Alex Nika (come visit goddamn it!) Grin, Craig Casky, Dave Kornblum, Beth Larson, to everyone at the Church of Rock and Roll.

We gotta say whazzup to Cory, and her best friend Georgie, the Meat Puppets, Tar Babies, Kate and Frank out at Zed's, Scott down at Ten Ton, every one down there at Deja, thanks, CMJ enterprises, Molly Cantrell, Courtney Beat-mon, the Mecca Park and Recreations Department --- fuck Twentynine Palms! ---; hey Lisa G., what up, punk? To Kenny for Scarlet Inspirations, to Bus Face, to Soup Line, and the Mentors.

We gotta say thank you to the entire hip-hop community, especially the man they call Just ICE, Kris Parker, more commonly known as KRS-One for 'nuff inspiration, D-Nice, Queen Latifah, Shelly Dundre, the motherfucking trigger-happy Geto Boys and Public Enemy Number 1, NWA and the man they call Ice Cube and the goddamn Lench Mob. Don't let me forget Cypress Hill and the whole Southgate Posse - You guys are in the house.





Scott Cunningham, motherfucking Peace, Gina G., that long-haired soundman dude, Prince Jammy and the Scientist Squad!!! Ini Kamoze, Tenor Saw, Super Cat, Major Mackerel, Daddy Tiger, Major Worries, Half-Pint, U-Roy, Daddy Lizard, and everyone on the Redman Superpowered One, Sean Head and Shaba, the Beastie Boys, Maggie and Jules and the Arlington Crew, Ranco Tires on Anaheim and Orange --- "Always the Lowest Prices!"---, and YOU! Peace and Unity, and we're out for now. I'll see ya!

Overall Meaning

In "Thanks" by Sublime, the lyrics are essentially a thank you note to everyone who has helped the band along their journey. The song is a list of individuals, groups, and other influences that have contributed to their success, from family members to fellow musicians to local businesses. The lyrics are a testament to the band's gratitude for the support they have received throughout their career.


The song is a light-hearted and playful way for Sublime to express their appreciation for all the people who have contributed to their success. The band members seem to be genuinely grateful and respectful of the people and organizations they mention. The tone of the song is one of celebration and gratitude.


Overall, "Thanks" is a fun and uplifting song that shows Sublime's appreciation for all the people who have helped them along their journey. The lyrics are a testament to the band's gratitude and respect for their community, and the joyous tone of the song reflects the band's positive outlook on life.


Line by Line Meaning

Alright, before we get it started: when we did that "Smoke Two Joints", that was jacked from the Toyes and that song "Rivers of Babylon" was written by Brent Dowe and Trevor McNaughton.
Giving credit to original creators of some of their songs, admitting that they copied them.


Alright now, crucial thanks out to the Happoldt, Nowell, and Wilson families for their patience and support. We love y'all! To all the players who made this possible: thank you very much! (Yeah, the check's in the mail.) To Kelly Vargas for steppin' in there and makin' it happen. The LBP, the world famous Juice Bros, the Field-Marshall Goodman and the man called Floyd-I. Thanks out to Bad Religion, the Descendents. George Hurley, and Mike Watt to all those flops but only when they ain't hangin' out; to Toby dog-(whistles)-to Louie dog, to Matt dog. James Brown, the BSM, to Miles Davis. the Canda all night rocker. to South Side part and Cathrene --- whazzup dude?! and, alright, now best wishes out to Eno and Shelly, and their baby on the way.
Acknowledging and thanking everyone who contributed to the making of the song, from families to musicians, and expressing gratitude for their support and patience.


Hey, up to Jimi Hendrix, to Beer, the Sonic Lizard, the Rape Man. How about Bob Marley, Bob Dobbs, and Bob Forrest, to all those punker sluts, to Eek-a-Mouse, Tom for lettin' us practice and crashin', chilling, and partying all night, Peni, Fugazi, Rhino '59, Greek1, the Last Puriah's, and Naomis' Hair. How about the Butthole Surfers, and Frank Zappa? ANB, Big Drill Car, Bert Suzanka and all the Ziggens' around the world, to Jack the Third, to Julia Parker.
Recognizing and thanking various musicians, bands, and friends who have had a positive impact on them.


Hey Jeff Duquesne, where's my mic stands? Martini with his 40oz in hand. To Jay Dodds, and his son Christian. I gotta say thank you to Skum, Hard as Smoke and Cheap as Wood, to Scumette and the Vandals. How about H.R. for 'nuff inspiration, 'nuff respect? Hey, Mick Fleet, Joanne, and Caroline. Hey, I gotta say whazzup to fuckin' Snow, and Bam-Bam and all the East Side Stoners. St. Tucko, Sean Stern, the Ken G. Easley project, Steve Zapeda, and Richard Gecko, and everyone down at Bogart's. Thanks a million. I gotta say whazzup and thank you to Dave Shea, and Greg A. Without them ,this wouldn't be possible. (Oh yeah, your mom called and said you guys should take a nap!) To Sacramento, BMD, and Danny Lovitz out in Arcada. I gotta say thank you to Diet Fade, Imagine Yellow Suns, every one out at Band is Dead, Kevin Swinson, Freesia, Cold Duke Train, and Wister, and ah, how could I not thank Mark Mandoo, and the One Live Crew, and all the Lakewood posse? Mr. Capoo, and the Antioch posse, especally the Johnson family --- whazzup, Ms. J.?
Thanking friends, acquaintances, and venues that have helped them along the way, and jokingly mentioning a message from someone's mother to take a nap.


I gotta say whazzup to Dirty Al, Jennifer Henry, and Kelly too out in San Fransico, Lisa Johnson in Austin, Tonto, Jimmy Carl Black, Mercado Caribe in Austin. Thanks a lot, Lee, for gettin' us in out of the heat! Jimmy's in New Orleans, the Hard Back in Gainsville, Florida. Mark Goodnight for his psycho pad --- alright, we stayed at this guy's house, and, when they had that murders back in, like, '89, a guy and a girl got hacked up in his pad and we stayed there but, ya know, it was great! ---, to Jack Tripper (even though he don't know a goddamn thing about Orlando!), to Ingrid in Arcada, Rusty, Bermuda Pete, and Sara, Shannon Boyle, to the Space Fish (sorry guys maybe next time), NKOTB in Costa Mesa, the O.K. hotel in Seattle. to Joel for gettin' us that shit at waves. (We needed that, man. Thanks, bro!) To Ninjaman, Tam, D'arby Crash, D. Boon, Alex Nika (come visit goddamn it!) Grin, Craig Casky, Dave Kornblum, Beth Larson, to everyone at the Church of Rock and Roll.
Expressing appreciation for people who have provided them with housing, hospitality, and other forms of assistance over the years, including a humorous aside about staying at a house where a murder had previously taken place.


We gotta say whazzup to Cory, and her best friend Georgie, the Meat Puppets, Tar Babies, Kate and Frank out at Zed's, Scott down at Ten Ton, every one down there at Deja, thanks, CMJ enterprises, Molly Cantrell, Courtney Beat-mon, the Mecca Park and Recreations Department --- fuck Twentynine Palms! ---; hey Lisa G., what up, punk? To Kenny for Scarlet Inspirations, to Bus Face, to Soup Line, and the Mentors.
Thanking more friends, acquaintances, and businesses, as well as expressing disdain for a specific location.


We gotta say thank you to the entire hip-hop community, especially the man they call Just ICE, Kris Parker, more commonly known as KRS-One for 'nuff inspiration, D-Nice, Queen Latifah, Shelly Dundre, the motherfucking trigger-happy Geto Boys and Public Enemy Number 1, NWA and the man they call Ice Cube and the goddamn Lench Mob. Don't let me forget Cypress Hill and the whole Southgate Posse - You guys are in the house.
Showing appreciation for the influence and inspiration they've received from the hip-hop community, including specific artists and groups.


Scott Cunningham, motherfucking Peace, Gina G., that long-haired soundman dude, Prince Jammy and the Scientist Squad!!! Ini Kamoze, Tenor Saw, Super Cat, Major Mackerel, Daddy Tiger, Major Worries, Half-Pint, U-Roy, Daddy Lizard, and everyone on the Redman Superpowered One, Sean Head and Shaba, the Beastie Boys, Maggie and Jules and the Arlington Crew, Ranco Tires on Anaheim and Orange --- "Always the Lowest Prices!"---, and YOU! Peace and Unity, and we're out for now. I'll see ya!
Expressing further gratitude to individuals, as well as a message of peace and unity, and concluding the song.




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I always loved that , BEER was given a shout out .

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