Believe Me
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If you don't believe I'm leaving, wait for me to say goodbye
It's too cold 'round here, you know the reason why
If you don't believe I'm going, check my trunk is already gone
If you don't believe I'm going, check my trunk is already gone
I got to leave this town, I can't stand being alone
If you don't believe I'm going, wait for me to say goodbye
I'm sure you're gonna miss me, and hang your head and cry (all right all right all right!)
(Harmonica Solo)
You better believe I'm leaving, my trunk's already gone
You better believe I'm leaving, my trunk's already gone
I got to leave this town, you know you doing me wrong
Now if I get lucky, and win my plane fare home
Now if I get lucky, and win my plane fare home
I'm going back to Arkansas, that is where I'as born
(All right, let's take it on home now!)
(Guitar Solo)
The song "Believe Me" by Fort Minor is a soulful blues track about leaving a town and a lover behind. The lyrics are simple and straightforward - the singer is telling his lover that he's leaving, and if they don't believe him, they can check his trunk, which is already packed. He's not just leaving the town, but also the relationship, which he can't continue because of the loneliness that grips him when he's with the lover. The tone of the song is introspective and sad, with intermittent harmonica and guitar solos that add to the mood.
The lyrics are relatable, as most people have had to say goodbye to someone or someplace in their lives. The song is a reminder that leaving can be tough, but sometimes it's the right thing to do, even if it means hurting someone in the process. The emotions in this piece are raw and real, making it a powerful addition to the blues genre.
Line by Line Meaning
If you don't believe I'm leaving, wait for me to say goodbye
I'm really leaving and you'll know when I actually say goodbye
It's too cold 'round here, you know the reason why
I need to get out of this place because it's not good for me
If you don't believe I'm going, check my trunk is already gone
My trunk is already gone because I'm really leaving
I got to leave this town, I can't stand being alone
I can't stay here anymore because it's too lonely
I'm sure you're gonna miss me, and hang your head and cry (all right all right all right!)
You're going to miss me and feel sad when I'm gone
(Harmonica Solo)
You better believe I'm leaving, my trunk's already gone
I'm definitely leaving and my trunk is already packed
I got to leave this town, you know you doing me wrong
I can't stay here because you're treating me poorly
Now if I get lucky, and win my plane fare home
If I'm fortunate enough to get the money, I'll return home by plane
I'm going back to Arkansas, that is where I'as born
My plan is to go back to my birthplace in Arkansas
(All right, let's take it on home now!)
(Guitar Solo)
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Lyrics
Yeah
[Chorus: Mike Shinoda]
I guess that this is where we've come to
If you don't want to, then you don't have to believe me
But I won't be there when you go down
Just so you know now, you're on your own now, believe me
[Verse 1: Ryu]
I don't wanna be the one to blame
You like fun and games? Keep playing 'em
I'm just saying, think back then, we was like one and the same
On the right track, but I was on the wrong train
Just like that, now you gotta face the pain
And the devil's got a fresh new place to play
And in your brain, like a maze you can never escape the rain
Every damn day is the same shade of grey
[Verse 2: Mike Shinoda]
Hey, I use to have a little bit of plan
Use to have a concept of where I stand
But that concept slipped right out of my hand
Now, I don't really even know who I am
Yo, what do I have to say?
Maybe I should do what I have to do to break free
And whatever happens to you, we'll see
But it's not gonna happen with me
[Chorus: Mike Shinoda]
I guess that this is where we've come to
If you don't want to, then you don't have to believe me
But I won't be there when you go down
Just so you know now, you're on your own now, believe me
[Verse 3: Mike Shinoda]
Back then, I thought you were just like me
Somebody who could see all the pain I see
But you proved to me unintentionally
That you would self destruct eventually
Now I'll be thinking like the mistake I made doesn't hurt
But it's not gonna work cause it's really much worse
Than I thought, I wished you were something you were not
And now this guilt is really all that I got
[Verse 4: Tak]
You turn your back and walk away in shame
All you got is a memory of pain
Nothing makes sense and you stare at the ground
And hear my voice in your head when no one else is around
So what do I have to say?
Maybe I should do what I have to do to break free
And whatever happens to you, we'll see
But it's not gonna happen with me
[Chorus: Mike Shinoda]
I guess that this is where we've come to
If you don't want to, then you don't have to believe me
But I won't be there when you go down
Just so you know now, you're on your own now, believe me
I guess that this is where we've come to
If you don't want to, then you don't have to believe me
But I won't be there when you go down
Just so you know now, you're on your own now, believe me
[Outro: Mike Shinoda]
(I'll do what I have to do)
You're on your own now, believe me
(Whatever happens to you
You're on your own now, believe me
(What do I have to say?)
You're on your own now, believe me
(Is not gonna happen with me)
You're on your own now, believe me
@adityapatel6901
When people talk about rappers who are not black...... Its always Eminem....... Everybody forgets about this legend. MIKE SHINODA
@monkeytown1239
wtf
@1036911242
they really to make songs together
@rdfate7603
100% bro
@mandeelyn6895
what did you just say?? hes good but not Eminem Good
@micheledorman273
NO disrespect to mike Shinoda because he is extremely talented but when talking about rap Eminem is on a whole different level than Mike. To say both of their names in one sentence is a shame. Aditya Eminem is a pure legend and one of the top 3 lyricist to ever spit a line
@AndyThaRapperATR
17 years later and this still sounds and gives you the feeling of you just hearing it yesterday. Timeless, substantial, classic, influential, and will never be forgotten.
@richiewanderersalao
Agree
@Sean-nx8mh
Truely agree!
@sirinuchariyadet2303
❤