22 Ruby Rhod Quotes from 'The Fifth Element’s' Flamboyant DJ

"The Fifth Element" debuted in cinemas in 1997, depicting the 23rd-century world under threat from dangerous forces. The sci-fi comedy features colorful characters with starkly different personalities that band together in a bid to keep the universe safe.

Ruby Rhod may have been a supporting character in "The Fifth Element," but the larger-than-life radio DJ knew how to steal the show. While the film has several funny moments, Ruby's hilarious and sometimes out-of-context one-liners have become a meme source.

The radio DJ becomes integral in a mission to keep Mr. Zorg and The Great Evil from acquiring a cosmic weapon called the "Fifth Element" after it goes missing.

He teams up with a cab driver, Korben, and the two embark on several hilarious misadventures along the way. Read this collection of quotes below to get an inkling of Ruby's unforgettable moments.

A photo with the quote, "What's wrong with you? What you screamin' for? Every 5 minutes there's somethin', a bomb or somethin'. I'm leavin'. Bzzzz." | Source: Amodays

Ruby Rhod's Sassy Personality

"Korben sweetheart, what was that? It was BAD! It had no fire, no energy, no nothing! Y'know I got a Show to run here, and it must pop POP POP!" — Ruby Rhod

"Quiver ladies, quiver." — Ruby Rhod

"There's the Emperor and his lovely daughter. 'I love to sing' she recently confessed to me!" — Ruby Rhod

"What's wrong with you? What you screamin' for? Every 5 minutes there's somethin', a bomb or somethin'. I'm leavin'. Bzzzz." — Ruby Rhod

A photo with the quote, "To my right a row of ministers, more sinisters than ministers.” | Source: Amodays

"And now we enter what must be the most beautiful concert hall of all the universe! A perfect replica of the old opera house! ...But who cares?" — Ruby Rhod

"From what I'm looking at, 'intimate' is the studmuffin's middle name." — Ruby Rhod

"Korben, I don't like GUNS, Korben. This ain't me, man." — Ruby Rhod

"Tell me, my man, are you happy here in the big world?" — Ruby Rhod

A photo with the quote, "Freeze those knees my chickadees cause Korben's in the place and he's on the case." | Source: Amoday

"To my left, Baby Ray, star of stage and screen; he's not gonna get much out of this concert 'cause he's STONE DEAF!" — Ruby Rhod

"Freeze those knees my chickadees cause Korben's in the place and he's on the case." — Ruby Rhod

"This boy is fueled like fire, so start melting ladies cuz the boy is hotter than hot he's hot, hot, HOT!" — Ruby Rhod

"I think mine is broken. Why I gotta get the broke one?" — Ruby Rhod

A photo with the quote, "This boy is fueled like fire, so start melting, ladies because the boy is hotter than hot. He's hot, hot, hot!" | Source: Amodays

"Pop it, D-man." — Ruby Rhod

"I have no fire. I have no matches. Do you have any matches? I stopped smoking. If I knew…" — Ruby Rhod

"This boy is fueled like fire, so start melting, ladies because the boy is hotter than hot. He's hot, hot, hot!" — Ruby Rhod

More Memorable of Ruby Rhod's Moments from "The Fifth Element"

"Korben Dallas: I didn't come here to play Pumbaa on the radio. So tomorrow from 5 to 7 your gonna give yourself a hand, You green?

DJ Ruby Rhod: Supergreen." — "The Fifth Element"

A photo with the quote, "Flight Attendant: Mr. Rhod, you are going to have to assume your individual position. DJ Ruby Rhod: I don't want one position, I want all positions!" | Source: Amodays

"Korben Dallas: You guard this with your life, or you're gonna look like this guy here! You green?

DJ Ruby Rhod: G-green.

Korben Dallas: Super green?

DJ Ruby Rhod: Super green." — "The Fifth Element"

DJ Ruby Rhod: I don't want one position, I want all positions!" — "The Fifth Element"

"Priest Vito Cornelius: It's a – it's a – it's a – it's a – it's a – it's a…

Ruby Rhod: No no no no no no. 'Cuz if it was a bomb, the alarms would go off 'cuz all these hotels have bomb detectors, right? Surprise! The alarms go off." — "The Fifth Element"

A photo with Ruby Rhod's quote, "I think mine is broken. Why I gotta get the broke one?" | Source: Amodays

Ruby was portrayed by Chris Tucker — starring alongside blockbuster veterans Bruce Willis and Gary Oldman — during a pivotal time in the actor's career and personal life.

He would go on to star in the beloved "Rush Hour" film franchise and welcome his son Destin Christopher Tucker. If you want to delve into another wacky world like the one Tucker was a part of, read these 49 Barb and Star quotes from When They 'Go to Vista Del Mar.'