Early in the morning, risin' to the street
Light me up that cigarette, and I'll strap shoes on my feet
Got to find the reason, reason things went wrong
Got to find a reason why my money's all gone
I got a Dalmatian and I can still get high
I can play the guitar like a motherfuckin' riot
Well, life is too short, so love the one you got
'Cause you might get run over, or you might get shot
Never start no static, I just get it off my chest
Never had to battle with no bulletproof vest
Take a small example, take a tip from me
Take all of your money, give it all to charity
Love is what I got, it's within my reach
And the Sublime style's still straight from Long Beach
It all comes back to you, you're bound to get what you deserve
Try and test that, you're bound to get served
Loves what I got, don't start a riot
You'll feel it when the dance gets hot
Lovin' is what I got
I said, remember that
Lovin' is what I got
And remember that
Lovin' is what I got
I said, remember that
Lovin' is what I got
(I got, I got, I got)
Why I don't cry when my dog runs away
I don't get angry at the bills I have to pay
I don't get angry when my mom smokes pot
Hits the bottle and goes right to the rock
Fuckin' and fightin', it's all the same
Living with Louie Dog's the only way to stay sane
Let the lovin', let the lovin' come back to me
Lovin' is what I got
I said, remember that
Lovin' is what I got
And remember that
Lovin' is what I got
I said remember that
Lovin' is what I got
(I got, I got, I got)
We're not that far off
So, that's the
See, but
We're done, man
About This Song
"What I've Got" is Sublime's signature ska-punk anthem that celebrates finding contentment and love amid life's chaos and personal struggles. The song blends upbeat reggae-influenced rhythms with raw, honest lyrics about financial troubles, substance use, and the realization that material possessions matter less than genuine relationships. Bradley Nowell's laid-back vocal delivery contrasts with the urgent themes of mortality and uncertainty, creating a bittersweet meditation on appreciating what you have while you can. The track's infectious groove and philosophical message about loving "the one you got" because life is unpredictable made it a defining song of 1990s alternative rock. Its enduring appeal lies in how it transforms personal vulnerability into an uplifting reminder to cherish authentic connections over material wealth.
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