Iko Iko
Zevon Warren Lyrics

The lyrics to "Iko Iko" by Zevon Warren tell a story about a confrontation between two groups of people, specifically their grandmas and flag boys. The first verse suggests that their grandmas are sitting by the fire and exchanging words. One grandma tells the other, "I'm gonna set your flag on fire," indicating that there is some sort of disagreement or conflict between them. The chorus follows this verse, with repeated lines that seem to be a chant or proclamation, perhaps indicating that the conflict between the two groups is escalating.

The second verse brings in the flag boys, who are also sitting by the fire. One flag boy tells the other, "I'm gonna set your flag on fire," repeating the same threat made by one of the grandmas in the first verse. This suggests that the conflict has not only continued, but that it has now spread to include the younger generations. The chorus follows this verse, again repeating the same lines as before.

The final verse introduces a new character, "my king," who is dressed in red. The lyrics suggest that this king is a powerful and dangerous figure, as the singer bets five dollars that he will "kill ya dead." Again, the chorus concludes the song, repeating the same lines as before. Overall, the lyrics paint a vivid picture of a conflict between two groups of people, with the suggestion that the stakes are raised and the danger is escalating.