I fought the law
The Big Dirty Band Lyrics


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Breakin' rocks in the hot sun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
I needed money cause I had none
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

I left my baby and it feels so bad
Guess my race is run
She's the best girl that I ever had
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the

Robbin' people with a six-gun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
I lost my girl and I lost my fun
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

I left my baby and it feels so bad
Guess my race is run
She's the best girl that I ever had
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the

I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won




I fought the law and the law won
I fought the law and the law won

Overall Meaning

The Big Dirty Band's song "I Fought The Law" is a classic rock anthem that tells the story of a man who is desperate for money and turns to robbery to make ends meet, only to be caught and punished by the law. The lyrics begin with the image of a man working in a prison, breaking rocks in the hot sun, and then segue into his descent into a life of crime. He robs people with a six-gun, but eventually gets caught and loses his girlfriend and his freedom. The song ultimately ends with the repetition of the chorus, "I fought the law and the law won," emphasizing the idea that crime does not pay and that breaking the law will always have consequences.


The lyrics of "I Fought The Law" are simple and straightforward, but they have struck a chord with generations of listeners because of the universal themes they address. The song speaks to the struggle of everyday people to make a living and the temptation to do whatever it takes to get by. It also warns of the dangers of getting caught by the law and the consequences that come with breaking the rules. The repetition of the chorus drives home the message that there are no shortcuts or easy ways out when it comes to earning a living.


Line by Line Meaning

Breakin' rocks in the hot sun
I was doing hard labor in a place with extremely high temperatures


I fought the law and the law won
I challenged the law, but I lost the fight and suffered the consequences


I needed money cause I had none
I was broke and desperate for cash


I left my baby and it feels so bad
Leaving my lover made me feel terrible


Guess my race is run
I think my luck has run out


She's the best girl that I ever had
I had the best girlfriend ever, but I had to leave her


Robbin' people with a six-gun
I robbed people at gunpoint with a revolver


I lost my girl and I lost my fun
I lost both my girlfriend and my source of enjoyment in life


I fought the law and the
Continuation of the chorus


I fought the law and the law won
Continuation of the chorus


I fought the law and the law won
Continuation of the chorus




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@KittyMike32202

2023 and still jamming "that's the way she goes"

@markpr73

JEEZ,only a couple of mentions of the incredible Care Failure in this thread?!? That's a tragedy. You guys aren't giving this young lady her due. She's an awesome songwriter and singer in her own right with Die Mannequin.

@mattn09

Ya she killed it here.

@JusCuz410

She passed away back in March. Organ failure as a result of an infection.

@squash9425

As usual everything Thornley touches turns to solid gold.

@ronnsnow2859

Its 2020 and this is the first time I've ever heard this.

@timbrown683

Me three

@zBadMrRinz

Better late than never! Catch up on tpd man

@mitchellshepard1623

Same

@Hammad187

lol me too

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