Shamrocks and Shenanigans
House of Pain
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I kicks the flava, like Steven King writes horror If I was a Jew then I'd light a menorah I got rhymes for ya, excuse me senora Are you a whore or are you a lady? Is it Erica Boyare or Marcia Brady? Let me know hon, the deed'll get done Just assume the position, I'll take my rod And then I'll go fishin', I'll get your river flowin' When it comes to givin' pleasure, I'm every woman's treasure I came to work your body, so let me do my job I've never been laid off, my rhymin' skill paid off 'Cause now I'm makin' records, now I'm makin' tapes Steady bustin' suckers in bunches like grapes Makin' all the papes, scoopin' up the loot Puttin' suckers on the run, pull my gun and then I shoot I never been a front, I never a fraud I gotta natural skill, for that I thank the Lord 'Cause I feel blessed, I'm casually dressed I always got my gun, but I never wear a vest I'm quick on the draw like the horse named McGraw From the cartoon boom sha lock lock boom (Boom sha lock lock boom) All right now (Boom sha lock lock boom) A little louder (Boom sha lock lock boom) Everybody (Boom sha lock lock boom) All right now Breaker, breaker, here comes the caper Straight with the taper, the lyric skyscraper Hit ya like a lyrical murderer I know ya think I have, but yo I never heard of ya Just be'Cause you heard of me kid F*ck around until you do the lifetime bid I'll put you in the dirt, and leave your ass for dead When it comes to tools, T's the sharpest in the shed 'Cause I'm the 55 Cadilac king It ain't no thing, my cargo ring We'll bust you in the crib I got the skill, you gots to chill 'Cause I bring doom, I got the boom sha lock lock boom I rock mad styles, I hop turnstiles I rock all mikes, I last all night I puff fat blunts, I rock fine scunts Step up bo, I'll kock out your gold fronts Everlast, that's my name My unique rhyme style's my claim to fame The House Of Pain's the name of my clip You can't be down, punk, get off my dick You make me sick, like strawberry Quik Your style is wack, you ain't the mac So yo step back, get off the crack And sing a new tune like boom sha lock lock boom (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) Everybody (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) A little louder (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) Everybody (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) A little louder (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) Everybody (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) A little louder (Boom sha lock lock boom) Alright now (Boom sha lock lock boom) Everybody (Boom sha lock lock boom)
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Written by: DAVID BOWIE, JOHN LENNON, CARLOS ALOMAR, LEOR DIMANT, DANNY O'CONNOR, ERIK SCHRODY
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11 facts about this song
Genre"Shamrocks and Shenanigans" is primarily classified as hip hop, which exhibits House of Pain's Irish-American blend of brash, rough-and-tumble rap styles.
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Release InfoThe song was released in 1992 as part of House of Pain's self-titled debut album.
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Chart PerformanceThough not as successful as their iconic hit "Jump Around", "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" managed to enter several charts worldwide.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" is grainy and frantic, borrowing visual cues from the punk and streetwear culture of the early 90s.
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Group MembersThe song, like the entire album, features performances by all three members of House of Pain: Erik "Everlast" Schrody, Daniel "Danny Boy" O'Connor, and DJ Lethal.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has had cultural implications beyond its chart success, being considered as a quintessential Irish-American hip-hop song which showcases House of Pain's pride for their Irish heritage.
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Song EvolutionThe track has been remixed and re-released multiple times, including a well-known version called the "Boom Shalock Lock Boom" remix.
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LyricsKnown for its aggressive and cheeky lyrics, "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" explores themes of partying, celebrating Irish heritage, and asserting dominance in the hip-hop scene.
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InfluencesHouse of Pain cited their Irish-American background as their primary influence when creating this track, blending elements of traditional Celtic music with East Coast rap instrumentation.
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RecognitionEven though it wasn't their biggest hit, "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" played a crucial role in establishing House of Pain's credibility in the hip-hop scene, especially for an Irish-American group in a genre predominantly dominated by African-American artists.
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SamplingThe song includes creative sampling of various music, including traditional Irish tunes, adding a unique twist to typical hip hop beats.
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