The band's rap-rock hybrid style was influential on several groups, such as Rage Against the Machine and a late 1980's tour with the Beastie Boys was what convinced the latter group to return performing their own instruments. UDS' single "Deeper Shade of Soul" was a hit in the United States, peaking at #21 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Band members:
Rudeboy Remington (real name: Patrick Titon) (vocals)
Tres Manos (real name: René van Barneveld) (guitar)
Silly Sil (real name: Silvano Matadin) (bass)
Magic Stick (real name: Michel Schoots) (drums)
DJ DNA (real name: Arjen de Vreede) (turntable)
Official UDS website: www.uds.nl
Fast Lane
Urban Dance Squad Lyrics
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tired - of fixin' the ends together
better, better - climb the ladder
to the top, to the top, to the top
where big domes call the shots and budge
the status to super, and hold the grudge
goin' your way, the unfair play
obedience to what you say, hey
a free doorway, things are okay
no matter what they say - that's only hearsay
they choke in the smoke, while you consume a j
stay ahead of the game, clock the dames
gain the fame, ready to tame
some feel the pain, some hail your name
ducks stay lame, while you're livin'
in the fastlane
Pedal to the metal - goin' fast, fast
ferrari-level - got the class, class
yes, cold clockin' cash 'n sex
while the mass hold hands up to catch
relax, no complaints, it's satisfaction
no red tape - 24 hour action
meet the bizniz - get the glitz
get the b., to unzip - the zips
trippin', trippin' cold egotrippin'
shattering pride - that's why they're flippin'
sippin' 40-s - how ya livin' -
value is given, while you're driven
in the fastlane
Everyday you're an excellency
breaking laws - no penalties
and if do - you supply the g-s
authorities make sure - they don't see
free from the burden of life
seek other ways to strive
with the scene - reach the untold
that you're bold - and it leaves you cold
they build up while you maul
'cos it's the dough you hold, so play
the headrole
break doors, open another store
let the green flow and pour
watch the score of dimes
same time the snow is snorted up your nose
a cigar, you're much too close
holdin' a pose, never grow old
a fast lane bro', livin'
in the fastlane
dead.
The lyrics to Urban Dance Squad's song "Fast Lane" depict a person on a quest for wealth and fame. They are tired of struggling to make ends meet and want to climb the ladder to the top, where they can control things and be in charge. The song talks about the unfair play and how they demand obedience from others. However, they are also shown as someone who is happy with their lifestyle and enjoys living life in the fast lane, with no complaints and 24-hour action. They are free from the burden of life and seek other ways to strive.
The song emphasizes the value given to money and success in society. The lyrics suggest that those who can attain wealth and fame are seen as excellent, and authorities turn a blind eye to their wrongdoings. The song also talks about addiction, with the mention of cocaine and cigars, things that are often associated with the wealthy and powerful.
Overall, the song "Fast Lane" is a commentary on the fast-paced, money-driven culture of the 90s. It shows the lifestyle and values of those striving for wealth and success. The lyrics highlight the darker side of this lifestyle, including addiction, manipulation, and aggression.
Line by Line Meaning
Quest for the ducats and cheques
The desire to make a lot of money
tired - of fixin' the ends together
Tired of barely making ends meet
better, better - climb the ladder
Striving for success and a better life
to the top, to the top, to the top
Ambition to reach the highest level
where big domes call the shots and budge
Where the powerful and wealthy have control
the status to super, and hold the grudge
Becoming extremely successful and maintaining bitterness towards those who didn't believe in you
goin' your way, the unfair play
Taking advantage of every opportunity to achieve success, even if it's not entirely fair
obedience to what you say, hey
Exerting power and control over others
for your presence they stay, the hell away
People stay away from you because they fear you
a free doorway, things are okay
You have access to everything you want or need
no matter what they say - that's only hearsay
No matter what others say about you, it doesn't matter because you're successful
they choke in the smoke, while you consume a j
Your success allows you to indulge in vices while others struggle
stay ahead of the game, clock the dames
Always be one step ahead of others in terms of success and romantic conquests
gain the fame, ready to tame
Achieving success and fame and being prepared to handle the responsibilities and challenges that come with it
some feel the pain, some hail your name
Your success has both negative and positive effects on others
ducks stay lame, while you're livin' in the fastlane
Those who don't have the same drive and ambition as you will always be left behind
Pedal to the metal - goin' fast, fast
Driving full speed ahead towards success
ferrari-level - got the class, class
Having the best of everything, including a high-class car
yes, cold clockin' cash 'n sex
Gaining wealth and sexual satisfaction
while the mass hold hands up to catch
Others are struggling while you're succeeding
relax, no complaints, it's satisfaction
Being content and happy with your success
no red tape - 24 hour action
No obstacles or restrictions holding you back from taking action and achieving success
meet the bizniz - get the glitz
Meeting the business world and gaining success and fame from it
get the b., to unzip - the zips
Gaining access to drugs and other vices
trippin', trippin' cold egotrippin'
Becoming delusional and self-centered due to your success
shattering pride - that's why they're flippin'
Others become jealous of your success and resentful towards you
sippin' 40-s - how ya livin'
Indulging in alcohol and other vices
value is given, while you're driven in the fastlane
Your drive and ambition make you a valuable and successful person
Everyday you're an excellency
You are excellent every day due to your success
breaking laws - no penalties
You have the power to break laws without facing any consequences
and if do - you supply the g-s
If you do face consequences, you have the money and power to get out of them
authorities make sure - they don't see
Authorities turn a blind eye to your illegal activities because of your power and money
free from the burden of life
Your success has freed you from the struggles of everyday life
seek other ways to strive
Finding new ways to achieve even more success
with the scene - reach the untold
Making connections and using your success to achieve even more success
that you're bold - and it leaves you cold
Being confident and fearless has made you unfazed by anything that could bring others down
they build up while you maul
While others work hard to achieve success, you take advantage of loopholes and shortcuts to get ahead
'cos it's the dough you hold, so play the headrole
Because you have the money, you get to call the shots and be in charge
break doors, open another store
Continuously striving for even more success
let the green flow and pour
Making money quickly and easily
watch the score of dimes
Keeping track of how much money you're making
same time the snow is snorted up your nose
Indulging in drugs
a cigar, you're much too close
Taking risks with potentially harmful vices
holdin' a pose, never grow old
Continuing to live the high life without any plans to slow down or grow old
a fast lane bro', livin' in the fastlane
Living a fast-paced lifestyle filled with success, money, and indulgences
dead.
End of song
Contributed by Adalyn F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jean-Francois Pilote
Pump Up The Volume... Hard Harry driving away from the FCC trucks.
Floch Roland
Une tuerie
Jasper S
Nederlands beste band ooit, punt
A Himmler
Amen!
EconAtheist
Fuckin' great song to kick off an album.
Tom Sutter - Toggenburg Dynamite
What a hell of a band!!
Wolf Lauenroth
Klasse! Remember well! ✊🏻
Dario Starsky
Wasn't this used as a remake in "Cool as Ice" with Vanilla Ice as the opening tune? Or am I the only one remembering that movie..? ;) Great tune either way
ja
anyone got the music notes for alto sax in the beginning?
Duane Short
RATM without the fury and politics.