Like many Ramones songs, “It’s Not My Place (In the 9 to 5 World)” is simple in nature and is reminiscent of the pop songs of 1960s of Motown and the British Invasion , as well as the harder rock of the 1970s. In the song, the singer is trying to figure out what he wants to do with his life. He notices that his parents, who work 9 to 5 jobs are always fighting, and as many rebellious individuals, does not want to be like them. Additionally, he fears that getting a 9 to 5 job will cause him to lose his identity and “Cause when it comes to working 9 to 5 there/Ain’t no place for me, ain’t my reality, to me” (Ramones).