The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
when i go to shows or go to play
the same damn thing happens everyday
you socked that guy cause you thought it was neat
i laugh at you when i see you on the street
ha!
touchdown!
individuality, it draws a blank in your head
i'm not on the football team so you, you want me dead
you're so damn ignorant you make me sick
why don't you go suck your coaches dick
punk rock jock, punk rock jock
i got socked by a punk rock jock
punk rock jock, how can this be
i thought punks knew how to read
don't like the music, don't like the scene
kickin' ass with the team
look at that guy, he has blue hair
he must be gay, let's give him a scare
anarchy and touch downs don't mix here
just give me a fuckin beer
the same damn thing happens everyday
you socked that guy cause you thought it was neat
i laugh at you when i see you on the street
ha!
touchdown!
individuality, it draws a blank in your head
i'm not on the football team so you, you want me dead
you're so damn ignorant you make me sick
why don't you go suck your coaches dick
punk rock jock, punk rock jock
i got socked by a punk rock jock
punk rock jock, how can this be
i thought punks knew how to read
don't like the music, don't like the scene
kickin' ass with the team
look at that guy, he has blue hair
he must be gay, let's give him a scare
anarchy and touch downs don't mix here
just give me a fuckin beer
Lyrics submitted by blinkday
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Great version of a great song,
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