Ding Dong
Thai Beat A Go-Go Lyrics
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They never pay their bills
(Sing the song, son)
They spent it on the vilest brew
It won't be long before they're killed
They ain't got a penny not a penny farthing
Nothin' they do is gonna
They ain't got a farthing a penny farthing
When a penny hit's the ground it
Makes a lovely ding ding ding! (Alloogevar)
They're a hundred years away from 'avin
'eard of our bling bling
They couldn't give a monkey's about
That sort of thing i ain't got a penny
Ain't got nuffin' not a fing
For a pretty little penny
I'll do almost anyfing (Well almost anyfing)
We ain't got a penny not a penny farthing
Nothin' they do is gonna
Change a single thing
We ain't got a farthing a penny farthing
When a penny hit's the ground it
Makes a lovely ding ding ding! (Alloogevar)
A great big fire will come
And burn our wooden 'omes
We're a 'undred years from safety
A hundred years from mobile phones
So we scream and we shout
"Hey there's a fire man put it out!"
Are them embers in the
Distance the remnants of
The insides of me 'umble little 'ome
(Cor blimey)
We ain't got a penny not a penny farthing
Nothin' we do is gonna change a single thing
We ain't got a farthing
Not a bloody farthing
When disaster hit's our gutter we go
A doolally ding ding ding!?
Now all me friends tried buy
They couldn't do a thing
A penny's bout as worthless as
A pawned wedding ring
So we drink to the future
Fat wallets a mile long
The snotty nosed kids sing a ding a ding ding
A ding ding a ding ding a ding dong!
Ding dong!
The lyrics of the song "Ding Dong" by Thai Beat A Go-Go can be interpreted as a portrayal of a poverty-stricken family and their struggles to make ends meet. The first verse introduces the singer's parents as beggars who never pay their bills because they spend their money on alcohol. The lyrics suggest that their habits might lead to their demise. The reference to "vilest brew" implies that they are addicted to a cheap and harmful substance.
The second verse emphasizes the dire financial situation the family is in. They don't have any money, and their actions won't bring about any change. The phrase "a penny farthing" is used metaphorically to represent their lack of wealth or possessions. The mention of the "lovely ding ding ding" when a penny hits the ground suggests that even the smallest amount of money brings some joy or relief to their lives.
The third verse comments on the family's detachment from modernity and materialistic pursuits. They are a hundred years away from knowing about "bling bling" or caring about material possessions. The lyrics express a sense of resignation to their circumstances, suggesting that the singer, in exchange for a penny, is willing to do almost anything to improve their situation.
The final verse touches upon the vulnerability of the family's living conditions. Their wooden homes are at risk of a great fire, and they are a hundred years away from safety measures and technology like mobile phones. The lyrics convey their desperation as they shout for someone to put out the fire. The line "doolally ding ding ding" implies that their reaction to disaster is filled with both fear and a sense of madness or chaos.
The last part of the song reflects the futile attempts of the singer's friends to help them. The value of a penny is compared to that of a pawned wedding ring, suggesting that it is practically worthless. Despite their struggles, the lyrics suggest that the family still holds onto hope for a better future and toast to the prospect of wealth and prosperity.
Overall, the lyrics of "Ding Dong" highlight the challenges and hardships faced by a family living in poverty, their detachment from materialistic pursuits, and their longing for a better life. The song seems to strike a balance between depicting the harsh realities of poverty and maintaining a sense of optimism for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Me mam and dad are beggars
My parents are impoverished and rely on begging for survival
They never pay their bills
They are unable to afford their financial obligations
(Sing the song, son)
Encouraging the son to sing along and express himself
They spent it on the vilest brew
They squandered their money on cheap and unpleasant alcohol
It won't be long before they're killed
Their reckless behavior may lead to dangerous consequences
They ain't got a penny not a penny farthing
They possess absolutely no money or wealth
Nothin' they do is gonna change a single thing
Their actions have no impact on improving their circumstances
They ain't got a farthing a penny farthing
They lack even the smallest amount of money
When a penny hit's the ground it makes a lovely ding ding ding! (Alloogevar)
The sound of a falling penny brings a sense of joy and hope, despite their poverty
They're a hundred years away from 'avin 'eard of our bling bling
They are completely disconnected from modern trends and luxuries
They couldn't give a monkey's about that sort of thing
They have no interest or concern for material possessions
I ain't got a penny ain't got nuffin' not a fing
Personally, I possess nothing, not even the tiniest amount
For a pretty little penny I'll do almost anyfing (Well almost anyfing)
In exchange for a small sum of money, I would be willing to undertake various tasks or favors
We ain't got a penny not a penny farthing
We, as a family, have no money whatsoever
Nothin' they do is gonna change a single thing
Our actions are futile in altering our situation
We ain't got a farthing a penny farthing
We do not possess even a small amount of currency
When a penny hit's the ground it makes a lovely ding ding ding! (Alloogevar)
The sound of a falling penny brings a fleeting sense of happiness, regardless of our poverty
A great big fire will come and burn our wooden 'omes
We fear that a massive fire will destroy our humble dwellings
We're a 'undred years from safety
We live in constant danger and feel distant from any form of security
A hundred years from mobile phones
We are completely disconnected from technological advancements like mobile phones
So we scream and we shout 'Hey there's a fire man put it out!'
We desperately call for help when faced with a fire, hoping someone will extinguish it
Are them embers in the distance the remnants of the insides of me 'umble little 'ome (Cor blimey)
We fear that the glowing embers in the distance symbolize the destruction of our modest residence
We ain't got a penny not a penny farthing
We remain entirely destitute, lacking any form of money
Nothin' we do is gonna change a single thing
Our efforts have no influence on altering our circumstances
We ain't got a farthing not a bloody farthing
We possess absolutely nothing, not even a meager amount
When disaster hit's our gutter we go a doolally ding ding ding!?
When calamity strikes and affects our poor living conditions, we react with confusion and alarm
Now all me friends tried buy
My acquaintances attempted to make purchases
They couldn't do a thing
However, their efforts were in vain
A penny's bout as worthless as a pawned wedding ring
A penny holds no significant value, similar to a wedding ring that has been pawned
So we drink to the future
In anticipation of a better future, we consume alcoholic beverages
Fat wallets a mile long
We fantasize about having abundant wealth
The snotty nosed kids sing a ding a ding ding
Even the dirty-faced children join in singing joyfully
A ding ding a ding ding a ding dong!
They all chant together in an enthusiastic manner, expressing the sound of happiness
Ding dong!
A celebratory exclamation, expressing excitement and joy
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