Joker
Wolfmother Lyrics


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I said the joker is a wanted man
He makes his way all across the land
See him sifting through the sand

So I'll tell you all the story
'Bout the joker and the thief of the night

Always laughing in the midst of power
Always living in the final hour
There is always sweet in the sour

So we are not goin' home

Can you see the joker flying over
As she's standing in the field of clover
Watching out everyday
I wonder what would happen is he took her away

What you see well you might not know
You get the feelin' comin' after the glow
The vagabond is moving slow

So I'll tell you all the story
'Bout the joker and the thief of the night

All the people that he see in the night
Hold their dreams up to the light
The wild beast is searching for sight

And we are not goin' home

Can you see the joker flying over
As she's standing in the field of clover
Watching out everyday
I wonder what would happen if he took her away

Tell you the story 'bout the the joker and the thief
I said, I'll tell you the story 'bout the the joker and the thief




I said, I'll tell you the story 'bout the the joker and the thief
Of the night

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Wolfmother's song "Joker & the Thief" can be interpreted in different ways depending on the listener's perspective. One of the possible interpretations is that the joker symbolizes rebellion and freedom, while the thief represents power and control. The joker is "a wanted man" who travels across the land and sifts through the sand, which might suggest he's looking for something or trying to escape from something. The joker is always laughing in the midst of power and living in the final hour, meaning he's not afraid to challenge authority and live in the present moment. The reference to "sweet in the sour" could mean that there's always a positive side to negative situations, which could tie into the themes of rebellion and freedom.


The chorus of the song emphasizes the notion that the joker and the thief are not going home, which could be a metaphor for the fact that they don't want to conform to societal norms and expectations. The second verse introduces a female character standing in a field of clover, and the joker is flying over her. The lyrics suggest there's a connection between them, and the joker is wondering what would happen if he took her away. This could symbolize a desire to escape from reality and find a deeper meaning in life. The wild beast searching for sight might refer to the primal instincts that drive the joker's rebellion.


Overall, "Joker & the Thief" is a song about rebellion, freedom, and the longing for something more. It encourages listeners to question authority and seek their own path in life. It's a classic rock anthem with a catchy chorus and memorable guitar riff that has made it a fan favorite.


Line by Line Meaning

I said the joker is a wanted man
The singer introduces the joker as someone who is sought after.


He makes his way all across the land
The joker travels everywhere he goes.


See him sifting through the sand
The singer observes the joker searching for something among sand particles.


So I'll tell you all the story / 'Bout the joker and the thief of the night
The singer promises to narrate a tale about the joker alongside the thief, which occurs during the night.


Always laughing in the midst of power
The joker manages to keep his spirits high, disregarding the tense situations around him.


Always living in the final hour
The singer emphasizes the fact that the joker lives on the brink of danger and death.


There is always sweet in the sour
Despite the danger and negativity surrounding him, the joker finds something positive in every situation.


So we are not goin' home
The singer and his group won't leave until they accomplish what they set out to do.


Can you see the joker flying over / As she's standing in the field of clover / Watching out everyday / I wonder what would happen is he took her away
The singer describes an imagined scenario involving the joker and a girl standing in a field, wondering what might happen if they met.


What you see well you might not know
Things aren't always what they seem; there could be more to them than meets the eye.


You get the feelin' comin' after the glow
After the initial excitement or happiness fades away, you're left with a feeling that persists.


The vagabond is moving slow
The wanderer is taking his time to get where he needs to go.


All the people that he see in the night / Hold their dreams up to the light / The wild beast is searching for sight
The joker encounters people at night who are trying to pursue their dreams, while a wild animal seeks something it can't find.


Tell you the story 'bout the the joker and the thief
The singer reiterates his intent to share the story of the joker and the thief.


Of the night
The story takes place during the night, and the singer concludes the song by emphasizing this fact.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Andrew James Stockdale, Myles Heskett, Christopher James Ross

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@9one9Music

I think "Joker and the Thief" is a great song. It's got a catchy melody, a driving beat, and some awesome guitar riffs. The lyrics are also pretty cool, with a bit of a dark and mysterious edge. Overall, it's a really fun and exciting song that I always enjoy listening to.

Here are some of the things that I like about the song:

* The melody is catchy and memorable.
* The beat is driving and energetic.
* The guitar riffs are awesome and powerful.
* The lyrics are dark and mysterious, but also kind of fun.
* The song has a great overall vibe that I really enjoy.

I think "Joker and the Thief" is a great example of a modern rock song that does everything right. It's catchy, it's energetic, it's got great guitar riffs, and it's just plain fun to listen to. If you're a fan of rock music, I highly recommend checking it out.



@shandareeb37

I said the joker is a wanted man
He makes his way all across the land
See him sifting through the sand
So I'll tell you all the story
About the joker and the thief in the night
He's always laughing in the midst of power
Always living in the final hour
There is always sweet and sour
So we are not going home
Can you see the joker flying over
As she's standing in the field of clover?
Watching out everyday
I wonder what would happen if he took her away
What you see, well, you might not know
You get the feelin', comin' after the glow
The vagabond is moving slow
So I'll tell you all the story
About the joker and the thief in the night
All the people that you see in the night
Hold their dreams up to the light
The wild beast is searching for sight
And we are not going home
Can you see the joker flying over
As she's standing in the field of clover?
Watching out everyday
I wonder what would happen if he took her away
I said the joker is a wanted man
He makes his way all across the land
See him sifting through the sand
So I'll tell you all the story
About the joker and the thief
I said I'll tell you all the story
About the the joker and the thief
I said, I'll tell you the story
About the joker and the thief in the night



All comments from YouTube:

@s.douglas9531

I was at a bar and this band of three guys (drums bass and guitar) were playing. Young guys, like 27 years old. I bought them a round and asked if they knew this song. The guitarist smiled, tore into the opening riff , and the band fell in behind him. The bar fucking went wild and the night was good

@TotallyNotOBL1V10N

No way, that's awesome!! Where was this? :O

@tbsupratom7232

I don’t care how you found the song, it’s just good

@guitarttimman

Finally! Some people who know how to bring back the good stuff. These kids are alright!

@sammytimgaming2947

UMM, HOW are people in this same predicament?!

@sammytimgaming2947

I refuse to believe that this is happening.

@kulponz

My brother and Lego DC super villains

@pancakedreamer8588

Amen to that

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@Chopper140

I’ve had this stuck in my head all day and remembered it was on The Hangover. The intro is sick

@nathancruz9172

And it got to me that it’s from Shrek the third when, Prince Charming and the fairy tale villains to barge through the far far away land.

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