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The Busters are a german ska band from Wiesloch, Baden-Württemberg. They've recorded 14 albums./*
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Illinois State Police
The Busters Lyrics
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where cars drive slow not fast
come on let's get arrested
and lay down in the grass
the way up to chicago
is nice all quiet and peace
sometimes you get kicked in your butt
you know this is our goddamn job
and we do as we please
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
get pulled over to the side
get pointed with a gun
cause you might be or you could be
a gangster on the run
and now as you are a suspect
you won't get no release
cause you got into trouble
with the illinois state police
you know this is our goddamn job
and we do as we please
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know this is our goddamn job
and we do as we please
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know this is our goddamn job
and we do as we please
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know this is our goddamn job
and we do as we please
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
you know we're proud to serve the law
cause we're the illinois state police
The Busters's song "Illinois State Police" is a satirical take on the power dynamics between law enforcement and civilians. The lyrics describe a road trip across America where the group encounters the Illinois state police, who are portrayed as authoritarian and brutal in their treatment of citizens. The chorus emphasizes the police's pride in their job and their willingness to do as they please in serving the law.
The first verse invites the listener to "cross the USA" and slow down to enjoy the journey, including getting arrested and lying down in the grass – a not-so-subtle dig at the idea of law enforcement taking away personal freedom. The second verse describes the peaceful drive up to Chicago but warns of the "kick in the butt" that could come from the state police. The following verse portrays the police as trigger-happy and paranoid, quick to point a gun at anyone who looks like a "gangster on the run." The final repeated chorus underscores the police's pride in their power and position, despite the song's clear criticism of their abuse of authority.
The song provides a commentary on the often fraught relationship between law enforcement and the public, highlighting issues around police brutality, profiling, and abuse of power. The lyrics are sung in a light, upbeat tone with a jaunty musical accompaniment, underscoring the satire and irony of the message.
Line by Line Meaning
come on let's cross the USA
Let's travel across the United States.
where cars drive slow not fast
We'll travel in areas where cars are slower than fast.
come on let's get arrested
We're willing to put ourselves in situations where we might get arrested.
and lay down in the grass
We're willing to take risks by laying down in the grass.
the way up to chicago
The path to Chicago.
is nice all quiet and peace
The path is peaceful and calm.
sometimes you get kicked in your butt
However, sometimes we might face an obstacle in the form of the Illinois state police.
by the illinois state police
They might pose a challenge for us when we cross the state.
you know this is our goddamn job
This is their responsibility as police officers.
and we do as we please
They have the authority to act as they see fit.
you know we're proud to serve the law
They take pride in serving the law.
cause we're the illinois state police
They represent the state of Illinois as its law enforcement agency.
get pulled over to the side
When stopped by the police, you'll have to pull over to the side of the road.
get pointed with a gun
In some cases, the police might point a gun at you.
cause you might be or you could be
This happens because you might be mistaken for someone else.
a gangster on the run
They might think you're a criminal on the run.
and now as you are a suspect
Once they suspect you, you're in trouble.
you won't get no release
It won't be easy to get out of trouble once they arrest you.
cause you got into trouble
This happens because you caught the attention of the Illinois state police.
you know we're proud to serve the law
The police officers take pride in serving and enforcing the law.
cause we're the illinois state police
They represent the state of Illinois as the law enforcement agency.
Contributed by Colin S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.