I fought the law
The Big Dirty Band Lyrics
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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
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
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
Contributed by Vivian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@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