Two Tub Man
The Dictators Lyrics


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Two tub man
I am a pilgrim looking for danger
I am an outlaw, I am a stranger
I'm just a clown walking down the street
I think Lou Reed is a creep
I need a girl I need release

I can go anywhere, people look and people stare
They all know that I'm the one, not to let your son become
What I want to do I do, who I want to screw I screw
Playin' in a heavy band, guess I'm just a two tub man

I drink coca cola for breakfast
I've got Jackie Onassis in my pants
I'm never gonna watch channel thirteen
Edjumacation ain't for me
I'm so drunk I can barely see

I can go anywhere, people look and people stare
They all know that I'm the one, not to let your son become
What I want to do I do, who I want to screw I screw
Playin' in a heavy band, guess I'm just a two tub man

I never graduated from high school
I wore paisley I was too cool
I think color TV's a gas
I think Joe Franklin is real flash
I don't mind if I gotta kick your ass

I can go anywhere, people look and people stare
They all know that I'm the one, not to let your son become




What I want to do I do, who I want to screw I screw
Playin' in a heavy band, guess I'm just a two tub man

Overall Meaning

The Dictators' song "Two Tub Man" is a brash and rebellious anthem that celebrates the power of being an outsider. The song expresses the singer's desire for danger and excitement, and his rejection of conventional norms and values. The lyrics are filled with provocative imagery and references to famous figures, such as Lou Reed and Jackie Onassis, as well as dismissive statements about education and mainstream media.


The song's opening line, "Two Tub Man", is an enigmatic phrase that is never fully explained. It is likely a reference to the singer's status as a working-class hero, someone who is not afraid to get his hands dirty and who does not conform to the expectations of polite society. The rest of the lyrics reinforce this idea, with the singer boasting of his heavy band and his willingness to do what he wants, regardless of social norms.


Despite its rebellious overtones, "Two Tub Man" is also a celebration of community and belonging. The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's sense of identity as a unique and powerful individual, but also suggests that he is part of a larger group of outsiders who share his values and worldview. This sense of belonging is further reinforced by the song's driving rhythm and aggressive guitar riffs, which create a sense of energy and unity among the musicians and their audience.


Line by Line Meaning

Two tub man
The singer, Two Tub Man, introduces himself and his rough, unconventional lifestyle.


I am a pilgrim looking for danger
Two Tub Man is someone who purposefully seeks out risky situations and is always on the move.


I am an outlaw, I am a stranger
Two Tub Man sees himself as an outsider to society and doesn't care about fitting in with the norms and rules of others.


I'm just a clown walking down the street
Despite his rough exterior, Two Tub Man is not without a sense of humor and often presents himself in a comical way.


I think Lou Reed is a creep
Two Tub Man doesn't have to like the same things as everyone else and has no problem expressing his opinions. In this case, he finds Lou Reed's personality unsettling.


I need a girl I need release
Two Tub Man is looking for a romantic relationship or a way to escape from his current situation.


I can go anywhere, people look and people stare
Two Tub Man feels confident and comfortable wherever he goes, even if people are staring at him.


They all know that I'm the one, not to let your son become
Despite some of his questionable behavior or lifestyle choices, Two Tub Man sees himself as a unique individual who has something to offer. He feels that parents should let their children be themselves and pursue their own paths.


What I want to do I do, who I want to screw I screw
Two Tub Man doesn't let anyone else dictate his actions, and lives his life on his own terms, including in his sexual relationships.


Playin' in a heavy band, guess I'm just a two tub man
Two Tub Man is part of a hard-rocking band, and he sees himself as a simple, straightforward guy who likes to play music.


I drink coca cola for breakfast
Two Tub Man has a non-conventional approach to life and doesn't follow the typical routines or habits of most people. In this case, he drinks soda for breakfast.


I've got Jackie Onassis in my pants
Two Tub Man has a crude sense of humor and likes to make jokes about sexual encounters with famous people.


I'm never gonna watch channel thirteen
Two Tub Man doesn't see the value in educational or public TV programming and would rather spend his time doing something else.


Edjumacation ain't for me
Two Tub Man's lack of emphasis on education is intentional, as he doesn't see it as necessary or useful for him.


I'm so drunk I can barely see
Two Tub Man drinks heavily and often, and sometimes gets so intoxicated that he can't function well.


I never graduated from high school
Two Tub Man didn't finish high school, likely because he didn't see the point of it or didn't fit in with the traditional academic system.


I wore paisley I was too cool
Two Tub Man has an unconventional fashion sense and isn't afraid to stand out or be different from what's expected.


I think color TV's a gas
Two Tub Man enjoys colorful and visually stimulating entertainment, including television shows.


I think Joe Franklin is real flash
Joe Franklin was a talk show host known for interviewing celebrities, and Two Tub Man admires his showmanship and charisma.


I don't mind if I gotta kick your ass
Two Tub Man is willing to fight and defend himself if necessary, and isn't intimidated by others who may try to stop him from living his life the way he wants to.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ANDREW SHERNOFF

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