SHAGGY
- John Doe Lyrics / with translationsLets do this one positively
This one goes out to me mislead
To preserve the youths of tomorrow
Today is the time to stop all the unnecessary blood shed
Life of a gangster is not sweet
And I'm coming to you straight from the streets
This could be a story about anybody
But let's call him John Doe
[chorus]
A rude boy get murder cops were quicker on the draw
Another youth get murder a victim of the law
Rude boy get murder cops were quicker on the draw
Another youth get murder a victim of the law
[verse 1]
Johnny was wicked ragamuffin and raw
Pull off a robbery but the cops he never saw
He got surrounded and they crushed him like a straw
John Doe went out like that
No, no, no
He heard them coming but he didn't get to flee
Wanted by the cops was living like a refugee
Do no evil think no evil try it and you will see
Bad boy and law man don't gree
[chorus]
Wicker on the microphone that is where I get my vibe
Trying to hustle and make a doller ain't got no 9 to 5
watching my back when going home and trying to stay alive
Got to strive, got to strive, got to strive
Johnny was a gangster well ain't life a bitch
Robbing with his homies then they got ditched
Thought he was the man but he was rolling with a snitch
All he wanted to do was get rich
[chorus]
[verse 1]
[chorus]
This one goes out to me mislead
To preserve the youths of tomorrow
Today is the time to stop all the unnecessary blood shed
Life of a gangster is not sweet
And I'm coming to you straight from the streets
This could be a story about anybody
But let's call him John Doe
[chorus]
A rude boy get murder cops were quicker on the draw
Another youth get murder a victim of the law
Rude boy get murder cops were quicker on the draw
Another youth get murder a victim of the law
[verse 1]
Johnny was wicked ragamuffin and raw
Pull off a robbery but the cops he never saw
He got surrounded and they crushed him like a straw
John Doe went out like that
He heard them coming but he didn't get to flee
Wanted by the cops was living like a refugee
Do no evil think no evil try it and you will see
Bad boy and law man don't gree
[chorus]
Wicker on the microphone that is where I get my vibe
Trying to hustle and make a doller ain't got no 9 to 5
watching my back when going home and trying to stay alive
Got to strive, got to strive, got to strive
Johnny was a gangster well ain't life a bitch
Robbing with his homies then they got ditched
Thought he was the man but he was rolling with a snitch
All he wanted to do was get rich
[chorus]
[verse 1]
[chorus]
Facts about John Doe
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John Doe is written by Dave Kelly, Orville(shaggy) Burrell.
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It is first released on August 26, 1997 as part of Shaggy's album "Midnite Lover" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 10th track on this album.
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When we consider what the writer meant by those haunting lines, Shaggy's 'John Doe' shows street life harsh realities and street violence which he connects through his use of 'John Doe' as a symbol that represents the many young people who died because of gang warfare and the strict legal system. John doe lyrics mostly emphasize social commentary, which shows the singer's feelings of rage and hopelessness, while also showing his determination to fight back. The song shows how violence and crime and law enforcement and injustice and survival and lost youth all work together in society. The lyrics contain themes of violence, crime, and criminal activities, which are intense and may not be suitable for younger audiences. The language used is also strong and may be inappropriate for children under 13.
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John Doe falls under the genre Reggae.
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John Doe song length is 3 minutes and 40 seconds.
Who wrote John Doe lyrics?
John Doe is written by Dave Kelly, Orville(shaggy) Burrell.
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When was John Doe released?
It is first released on August 26, 1997 as part of Shaggy's album "Midnite Lover" which includes 13 tracks in total. This song is the 10th track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind John Doe lyrics?
When we consider what the writer meant by those haunting lines, Shaggy's 'John Doe' shows street life harsh realities and street violence which he connects through his use of 'John Doe' as a symbol that represents the many young people who died because of gang warfare and the strict legal system. John doe lyrics mostly emphasize social commentary, which shows the singer's feelings of rage and hopelessness, while also showing his determination to fight back. The song shows how violence and crime and law enforcement and injustice and survival and lost youth all work together in society. The lyrics contain themes of violence, crime, and criminal activities, which are intense and may not be suitable for younger audiences. The language used is also strong and may be inappropriate for children under 13.
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Which genre is John Doe?
John Doe falls under the genre Reggae.
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How long is the song John Doe?
John Doe song length is 3 minutes and 40 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Dave Kelly, Orvilleshaggy BurrellRecord Label(s): This Compilation P & C 1997 Virgin Records Ltd Issued under exclusive license in the United States to Virgin Records America, Inc Manufactured by Vi
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