Lyrics: Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap by AC/DC
If you're having trouble with the high school head He's giving you the blues You wanna graduate, but not in his bed Here's what you gotta do: Pick up the phone, I'm always home Call me anytime Just ring: 3-6, 2-4, 3-6, hey I lead a life of crime Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheep) Dirty deeds and they're done dirt cheap Dirty deeds and they're done dirt cheap You got problems in your life of love? You got a broken heart? He's double dealin' with your best friend That's when the tear drops start, fella Pick up the phone, I'm here alone Or make a social call Come right in, forget about him We'll have ourselves a ball Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheep) Dirty deeds and they're done dirt cheap (Aww) Dirty deeds and they're done dirt cheap If you got a lady and you want her gone But you ain't got the guts She keeps naggin' at you night and day Enough to drive you nuts Pick up the phone, leave her alone It's time you made a stand For a fee, I'm happy to be Your back-door man Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheep) Dirty deeds and they're done dirt cheap Dirty deeds and they're done dirt cheap Concrete shoes Cyanide TNT (Done dirt cheap) Neck ties Contracts High voltage (Done dirt cheap) (Dirty deeds) Do anything you want me to (Done dirt cheap) (Dirty deeds) dirty deeds Dirty deeds (Done dirt cheap) Yaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrggghhhhhh!
Song Meaning & Analysis
A Darkly Humorous Take on Problem Solving
“Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap” is a tongue-in-cheek anthem about a shady character offering to solve anyone’s problems for a price. With its mischievous lyrics and playful threats, the song satirizes the idea of hiring someone to do your dirty work. AC/DC delivers the message with humor, blending crime references with catchy rock hooks, making it both rebellious and entertaining.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Angus Young, Malcolm Young, Bon Scott
- Release Year: 1976
- Label: Albert Productions