Shamrocks and Shenanigans

House of Pain

About Shamrocks and Shenanigans

"Shamrocks and Shenanigans (Boom Shalock Lock Boom)" is a song written and performed by American hip hop group House of Pain. It was released in 1992 through Tommy Boy Records as the second single from their debut studio album Fine Malt Lyrics.


Year:
1993
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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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House of Pain

House of Pain is an American hip hop group who released three albums in the 1990s before lead rapper Everlast left to pursue his solo career again. The group's name is a reference to the H.G. Wells novel The Island of Dr. Moreau, a reference carried further by the naming of their 2011 tour "He Who Breaks the Law". The group is best known for its 1992 hit single "Jump Around", which reached number 3 in the United States, number 6 in Ireland and number 8 in the United Kingdom. The group broke up in 1996 but reformed in 2010 as House of Pain, after the trio had been members of supergroup La Coka Nostra for several years. more »

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Written by: DAVID BOWIE, JOHN LENNON, CARLOS ALOMAR, LEOR DIMANT, DANNY O'CONNOR, ERIK SCHRODY

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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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.
Release Info
The song was released in 1992 as part of House of Pain's self-titled debut album.
Chart Performance
Though not as successful as their iconic hit "Jump Around", "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" managed to enter several charts worldwide.
Music Video
The music video for "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" is grainy and frantic, borrowing visual cues from the punk and streetwear culture of the early 90s.
Group Members
The 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.
Cultural Impact
The 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.
Song Evolution
The track has been remixed and re-released multiple times, including a well-known version called the "Boom Shalock Lock Boom" remix.
Lyrics
Known for its aggressive and cheeky lyrics, "Shamrocks and Shenanigans" explores themes of partying, celebrating Irish heritage, and asserting dominance in the hip-hop scene.
Influences
House 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.
Recognition
Even 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.
Sampling
The song includes creative sampling of various music, including traditional Irish tunes, adding a unique twist to typical hip hop beats.

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