Steel Panther - If I Was the King Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'If I Was the King' by Steel Panther?

   'If I Was the King' was written by Steel Panther guitarist Satchel. According to drummer Stix Zadinia, Satchel writes most of the songs for the band.

2. How does the band come up with their songs?

   The band can come up with songs from various sources, including jamming at soundchecks. Satchel often starts riffing, and if the band finds it catchy, they record it and develop it further. All four members contribute to the lyrics.

3. Does everyone in Steel Panther participate in the vocal sessions?

   Yes, all four members of Steel Panther participate in the vocal sessions to ensure everyone is satisfied with the final product. They all chip in with ideas, and the best lines are chosen collectively.

4. Who handles the bass recording sessions for Steel Panther?

   Guitarist Satchel is present for the bass recording sessions, but drummer Stix Zadinia often skips them as he jokes about being too busy getting high.

5. What are some of the outrageous ideas mentioned in the song 'If I Was the King'?

   The song humorously imagines a world where the protagonist, if king, would outlaw clothes for women, lower the drinking age, provide free boob jobs, legalize masturbation in strip joints, and execute pop band One Direction, among other satirical and outlandish ideas.

6. What would the protagonist do regarding education and alcohol in the song?

   The protagonist fantasizes about knocking down all schools, replacing them with liquor stores, and making beer the official food. This is part of the song's humorous and exaggerated take on a world ruled by the band’s lead singer.