Taking You Down
Egypt Central Lyrics
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Taking you down
You've been all up in my face
Out of line and out of place
Blurring views, distorting facts, every time I turn my back
I'll make you know your position
Don't talk, just shut up and listen
No way out, now you can't play dumb
Get up get up and come get some
(Chorus)
I've had enough, I'm taking you down
Taking you down
I've had enough, I'm taking you down
Taking you down
I feel the hate that you breed
It's the fix that feeds your greed
Set your bait, set your trap
Take a seat and watch me snap
I'll shake the ground that you stand on
I'll still be here when you're long gone
This world is mine you can't have it
It's my turn to wreak havoc.
(Chorus)
Down, down I'll take you down
Down I'll take you down down
I'll take you down
Egypt Central's song Taking You Down is a powerful statement against someone who has been causing problems and stress in the singer's life. The lyrics are direct and unapologetic, with the singer declaring that they have had enough and are ready to take down their antagonist. The first verse describes this person as being "out of line and out of place," and causing confusion and chaos whenever the singer turns their back. The singer then goes on to warn them to know their place and listen, as there is no way out now that they can't play dumb anymore.
The chorus of the song is where the singer emphasizes their resolve to take down this person. They repeat the line "I've had enough, I'm taking you down" several times, emphasizing their determination to put an end to the conflict. The second verse describes the person's negative influence on the singer and how they use "hate that you breed" to fuel their own greed. The singer compares this person to a predator, setting traps and bait for their own gain. However, the singer is not intimidated, saying they will "shake the ground" the person stands on and that the world is theirs, not the antagonist's.
Overall, Taking You Down is a song about standing up for yourself, declaring your strength and determination, and confronting those who have caused you harm. It's a powerful message that resonates with many people who have experienced bullying, manipulation or control. The song's aggressive and empowering nature make it a popular choice for workout playlists, as well as for those who want to feel empowered and in control of their own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I've had enough, I'm taking you down
I'm done with you and I'm going to confront you.
Taking you down
I'm going to fight back.
You've been all up in my face
You've been bothering me.
Out of line and out of place
You're doing things you're not supposed to be doing and it's bothering me.
Blurring views, distorting facts, every time I turn my back
You're trying to make me question what's true when I'm not looking.
I'll make you know your position
I'll make you know your place.
Don't talk, just shut up and listen
Don't try to explain yourself; listen to what I have to say.
No way out, now you can't play dumb
You can't play innocent anymore because I caught you.
Get up get up and come get some
I'm ready to fight you and I want you to come at me.
(Chorus) I've had enough, I'm taking you down Taking you down
I'm going to take you on and fight back.
I feel the hate that you breed
I can feel the negative energy that you bring to the situation.
It's the fix that feeds your greed
You're motivated by your own selfish desires.
Set your bait, set your trap
You're trying to lure me into a situation where you can take advantage of me.
Take a seat and watch me snap
You're going to sit back and watch me attack you.
I'll shake the ground that you stand on
I'm going to attack you so hard that your whole foundation will be shook.
I'll still be here when you're long gone
I'm going to outlast you and come out on top.
This world is mine you can't have it
I'm not going to let you take control of my life or my situation.
It's my turn to wreak havoc.
Now it's my turn to cause chaos and cause problems for you.
(Chorus) Down, down I'll take you down Down I'll take you down down I'll take you down
I'm going to fight back and take you down.
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