DJ
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D.J.! D.J.!

Nobody move
Nobody get hurt, they said
Make one wrong move, man
You'll wake up dead
I exercise my lyrical style instead
All the while; you're dead, and gone, and forgotten
I said awh, are they gonna come back for you?
Naw. Ah, the story's sorry, but true
Lord, if you really want him to go
No. Oh you're so goddamn cold

We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
Yeah
We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
(Watch me now)

You got your ear to the street, then this Bud's for you
You got my name in your mouth, then this slug's for you
Shotgun, fast lane, on the highway to hell
Sherm sticks, tall cans, and the powder that sells
Just tryna have somethin
And you sit back and laugh
I'mma grab somethin
I'mma get in that ass
We came too far now, no way we'll get fucked
Wanna drop me, gotta kill me, only way I'mma stop

We got 808 subwoofers in the trunk
Around the world with the Rancid Punx
This is for the misfits, the freaks, and the runts
Fuck the motherfuckin backstabbin cunts
Ride's gettin rough, so I know I better buckle
P-U-N-X tattooed on my knuckles
Hey man, you keep the shackles
'Cause I am free

We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
Yeah
We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
(Watch me now)

We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
Yeah
We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you

I heard you're losing your mind
Shit, I been lost mine
But I still stay focused, through good and bad times
Compare your worst fuckin day to my best fuckin night
Bet my last red cent that you couldn't stand the sight
From loss of loved ones, to life of drug funds
They counted me out, from what? I'm not done
Gimme a chance to shine, and I'mma blind the world
Take a stand and be the voice of those who cannot be heard

We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
Yeah
We're gonna make it on our own
We don't need anyone




Lord knows we don't need you
(Watch me now)

Overall Meaning

The song "D.J." by the Transplants is an energetic track that delves into themes of surviving and succeeding despite the odds. The opening lyrics suggest a feeling of danger and uncertainty, with the repeated refrain of "Nobody move, nobody get hurt." This sets the tone for a song about a struggle to make it in a world where violence and betrayal are common. The singer of the song asserts that they will survive by using their lyrical skills instead of resorting to violence, but also warns that anyone who tries to stop them will have to kill them first.


The song is also a statement of independence and defiance. The chorus repeats the lines "We're gonna make it on our own, we don't need anyone/Lord knows we don't need you," asserting that the singer and their community are self-sufficient and don't rely on anyone else to succeed. This theme is reinforced throughout the song, with references to the punk and hip-hop scenes and the pride and solidarity that come with those communities. The message is clear: the singer will not be held down by anyone or anything, and they will continue to thrive and succeed on their own terms.


Line by Line Meaning

D.J.! D.J.!
Repetition of the phrase 'D.J.' to express excitement and anticipation of the disc jockey's role.


Nobody move
An instruction for those to stand still to avoid being harmed by any possible danger.


Nobody get hurt, they said
A warning that no one should try anything dangerous to prevent accidental injuries.


Make one wrong move, man
An indication of how easy it is for someone to make a mistake and harm themselves; a precaution against carelessness.


You'll wake up dead
A graphic yet humorous way to warn of the consequences of taking risks that are too dangerous and could potentially end in death.


I exercise my lyrical style instead
Choosing to express oneself through music and songwriting instead of getting involved in physical altercations.


All the while; you're dead, and gone, and forgotten
An acknowledgement that some people will forget you after you are no longer around, making it important to make good use of your time while you can.


I said awh, are they gonna come back for you?
A sarcastic question to those who underestimate the power of one's talents and skills.


Naw. Ah, the story's sorry, but true
The reality that some people may not come back once they've left, and it's up to the individual to make a name for themselves irrespective of that fact.


Lord, if you really want him to go
A hypothetical statement addressing the possibility of someone wanting someone else gone, perhaps for good reasons.


No. Oh you're so goddamn cold
An observation that someone may not always have the best reason for wanting another person gone, making them cold-hearted in their approach.


We're gonna make it on our own
A declaration of independence that the group will rise to success by their own accord without needing help from others.


We don't need anyone
An assertion that the group is self-sufficient and does not require assistance from other people to achieve its goals.


Lord knows we don't need you
A note of providence, indicating that even God knows that the group does not need anyone else to succeed.


You got your ear to the street, then this Bud's for you
Addressing those who eavesdrop and gossip, providing them with some judgement-free beer so they can keep on talking and tuned in.


You got my name in your mouth, then this slug's for you
A clever rhyme indicating that anyone who speaks ill of the group will meet some misfortune.


Shotgun, fast lane, on the highway to hell
A reference to the group's fast-paced lifestyle, implying that they are moving towards a dangerous path that could end in ruin.


Sherm sticks, tall cans, and the powder that sells
A rundown of the drug culture that the group is involved in or familiar with.


Just tryna have somethin
Striving for a better life in any way possible, including through achieving success in the music business.


And you sit back and laugh
Alluding to the people who doubt the group's potential, perhaps even mocking them, instead of encouraging or supporting them.


I'mma grab somethin
Making a bold declaration to grab success or opportunity by force if need be.


I'mma get in that ass
A vulgar expression indicating that the group will pursue their goals with a relentless focus and determination.


We came too far now, no way we'll get fucked
Confident in their ability to overcome obstacles and adversity to achieve their goals, knowing that turning back is not an option anymore.


Wanna drop me, gotta kill me, only way I'mma stop
An affirmation of their perseverance in achieving success, knowing that no one can force them to quit unless they are dead.


We got 808 subwoofers in the trunk
Proudly boasting about their sound system and unique style of music.


Around the world with the Rancid Punx
A statement that the group's music appeals to people from diverse cultures and backgrounds.


This is for the misfits, the freaks, and the runts
A claim by the group that their music resonates with those who do not necessarily fit into mainstream society or culture.


Fuck the motherfuckin backstabbin cunts
A vulgar expression of disdain for those who have betrayed the trust of the group in the past.


Ride's gettin rough, so I know I better buckle
Acknowledging the difficulties of the journey ahead, so one must be ready to face the obstacles they will encounter.


P-U-N-X tattooed on my knuckles
A declaration of identity and loyalty to the group's music and lifestyle.


Hey man, you keep the shackles
Declaring independence and freedom from any external restriction, whether physical or mental.


From loss of loved ones, to life of drug funds
A reference to the struggles and challenges the group has faced in the past, from losing loved ones to engaging with drugs and overcoming such problems.


They counted me out, from what? I'm not done
Having faced and surpassed adversity, challenging the notion that the group could not achieve success in the music industry.


Gimme a chance to shine, and I'mma blind the world
An assertion that if given the right opportunity to showcase their talents and abilities, the group could take the world by storm.


Take a stand and be the voice of those who cannot be heard
A responsibility felt by the group to represent those who do not have a voice in society, empowering them through their music.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TIM ARMSTRONG, ROB ASTON

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@allenderamirezdaniel

"DJ DJ"
Nobody move, nobody get hurt, they said
Make one wrong move, man, you wake up dead
I exercise my lyrical stylings
And all the while you're dead and gone and forgotten
I said, oh, are they gonna come back for you?
No, aw, the story's sorry but true
Lord, did you really want them to go?
No, oh you're so goddamn cold

We're gonna make it on our own,
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
[x2]

(watch me now)
You got your ear to the street, then this bud's for you
You got my name in your mouth, then this slug's for you
Shotgun, Fast Lane, on the Highway to Hell
Sherm sticks, tall cans, and the powder that sells
Just tryin' to have somethin', and you sit back and laugh
I'ma grab something, I'ma gettin' that half
We came too far now, no way we'll get fucked
Wanna drop me, gotta kill me, only way I'ma stop

We got 808 subwoofers in the trunk
Around the world with the Rancid Punx
This is for the misfits, the freaks and the runts
Fuck the motherfuckin' back-stabbin' cunts
Ride's gettin' rough, so I know I better buckle
P U N X tattooed on my knuckles
Hey man, you keep the shackles, cause I am free

We're gonna make it on our own,
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
[x2]

(watch me now)

We're gonna make it on our own,
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
[x2]

I heard you're losing your mind, shit, I been lost mine
But I still stay focused through good and bad times
Compare your worst fuckin' day to my best fuckin' night
I bet my last red cent that you couldn't stand the sight
From loss of loved ones to life of drug funds
They counted me out, from what? I'm not done
Give me a chance to shine and I'ma blind the world
Take a stand and be the voice of those who cannot be heard

We're gonna make it on our own,
We don't need anyone
Lord knows we don't need you
[x2]

(watch me now)



All comments from YouTube:

@bbyjscx

My mum absolutely loved this band, and rancid, she played them 24.7, r.i.p mum ❤

@ashleybrown5685

We didn't appreciate them enough when they were out! Still blasting the transplants in 2023! My son is almost 2 and he loves dancing to the music!

@wildmeatballs

Just wait till he hears tall cans 😂

@BranScam-el8iz

That's what's up. I still hav3 the ladder

@anthonyhill503

Everything Tim touches turns to gold

@einzelganger6664

*Travis

@Plexor_76

Except for Brody Dalle

@TylerP9999

@@Plexor_76 hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha

@alexmckay2629

Rocking this in 2023 in the hospital after my son was born yesterday. Gotta start em off the right way.

@leahdivine5071

2021 I’m still listening. And the Transplants still rock!!

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