Don't Shoot
Devo · Something for Everybody [2010]
It's a miracle, I'm told
Somehow I live to work
So I hit the road
Squeeze into my hybrid car
Drive as fast as I can
While I scan the rooftops
Yeah, I scan the rooftops
Don't shoot
I'm a man
Don't shoot
I'm a man
I live in every city
All around the world
Sometimes it's way too hot
Sometimes it's friggin' cold
One thing's always the same
No matter what they say
There's way too many problems
Way, way too many problems
Don't shoot
I'm a man
Don't shoot
I'm a man
You wish you were swinging from the trees
You wish you were slicing through the breeze
You wish you were king or queen
You wish you'd hit the lottery
But wishing is for chumps
High hoping is for fools
They'll hunt you down
And taze you, bro
For playing with the rules
Don't shoot
I'm a man
Don't shoot
I'm a man
I've got a big dilemma
To punt or go for broke
It's got me going sleepless
I'm about to choke
So let me ask you something
Answer if you can
Think before you answer
There is no correct answer
So don't Shoot
I'm a man
Don't Shoot
I'm a man
Don't taze me, bro'
Don't taze me, bro'
Don't taze me, bro'
Don't taze me, bro'
Don't Shoot
Devo's "Don't Shoot" serves as a standout track from their 2010 compilation "Something for Everybody," showcasing the band's enduring commitment to their unique brand of new wave and electronic music. The song encapsulates the group's signature style, characterized by robotic vocals, repetitive rhythms, and satirical lyrics that critique societal norms and consumer culture. Released decades after their initial breakthrough, the recording highlights Devo's ability to maintain their distinct sonic identity while engaging with contemporary audiences. As part of their extensive discography, the track reflects the band's evolution without compromising their core aesthetic, offering a glimpse into their continued relevance in the music landscape through a lens of irony and electronic experimentation.