Smoko
Smoko

The Chats - Smoko Lyrics

Delving into the laid-back, carefree ethos of Australian culture, this track encapsulates a quintessential Aussie attitude. "Smoko" is an Australian slang term for a short break or rest, particularly during work hours. The lyrics depict everyday scenarios in… Read more

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Smoko Lyrics

One, two, three, four

So let me set the scene
It's two in the afternoon and 34 degrees
The Queensland harsh summer heat
Had me sweating buckets up and down my street
It was there I spied the bloke
Perched atop of his milk crate throne
He eyed me off as I approached
Then he said

I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone

I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone

So it's Tuesday morning
And my Centrelink hasn't come through
So I pick up the phone because I've got some abusing to do
But all I get is elevator music
Waiting on the line
On hold all the time
All I get is elevator music
Waiting on the line
'Til I get a reply

I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone

Ah, ah what time is it?
Is it Smoko?

I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone
I'm on Smoko, so leave me alone

Writer(s): Eamon Zambia Sandwith, Joshua Price, Matthew Boggis
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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What is the Meaning of Smoko?

Delving into the laid-back, carefree ethos of Australian culture, this track encapsulates a quintessential Aussie attitude. "Smoko" is an Australian slang term for a short break or rest, particularly during work hours. The lyrics depict everyday scenarios in the life of an average Australian bloke who values his leisure time and resents any interruption. He's dealing with the harsh Queensland heat, waiting for his Centrelink (social security) payments, and getting frustrated with being on hold on phone calls. Yet, he insists on having his 'smoko', reflecting a desire to have personal space and time regardless of circumstances. It's a humorous yet relatable commentary on modern life frustrations and the universal need for downtime.

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