East Side Mags
The Bouncing Souls Lyrics

Ride! Ride! Ride! Ride!
Encourages the listener to keep moving and to keep riding, conveying a sense of urgency and excitement.

Through the park, past the dog run
Describes the route that the singer and their companions are taking, setting the scene for their journey.

Smell of shit burning in the sun
Adds an element of realism to the song's depiction of the lower east side, highlighting the roughness and grittiness of the environment.

Watch the cab, dent his door
Illustrates the chaotic nature of the city and the sense of lawlessness that the artist and their companions are drawn to.

Happy hours here let's pick up Jorge
Suggests that the group is looking to have a good time and is willing to welcome new members to their adventure.

Lock 'em up, lock 'em up, lock 'em up
Implies an eagerness on the part of the group to keep the party going, regardless of any potential consequences.

Three cold beers, in a cup
Further emphasizes the group's desire to drink and have fun wherever they go.

Inside Coney something ain't right
Conveys a growing sense of unease and danger as the group delves deeper into the city.

Too many people on a Friday night
Highlights the overcrowding and chaos of the city, contributing to the theme of lawlessness and danger.

I can't see straight in the flashing lights
Evokes a sense of disorientation and confusion, adding to the sense of danger and unpredictability.

But, I got a feeling there's gonna be a fight
Suggests that the group is not afraid of confrontation and in fact may be seeking it out as a form of excitement.

Pack it up, wrap it up, saddle up
Indicates that the group is ready to move on from their current location and continue their adventure elsewhere.

Full tank of liquor, in our guts
Emphasizes the group's drinking and partying habits, suggesting that they are willing to take risks and not concerned with the consequences.

Drink 'em down, we gotta a ride
Expresses the idea that the group is always on the move and always looking for new adventures.

Going out through the lower east side
Sets the scene for the group's journey and emphasizes the roughness and danger of the area.

Day or night, mags on the run
Suggests that the group is always active and always in search of fun, regardless of the time of day or night.

Looking for trouble, looking for fun
Reinforces the idea that the group is willing to take risks and seek out excitement, no matter the consequences.

B-M-X, we got suss
Highlights the group's culture and interests, indicating that they are part of a larger group with similar values and hobbies.

When we ride, don't mess with us
Asserts the group's dominance and implies that they may be willing to use force to defend themselves or assert their power.

Whoa
A cry of excitement and energy, emphasizing the song's overall tone.

We are the mags!
Emphasizes the group's identity and sense of community, further highlighting their values and interests.