Six
311 Lyrics


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You know patience, pushing a dream, brings my demons to life
Songs are vacations, our soul salvation
Will you suspend your disbelief?
I'd like to be the thief that steals
That jaded necklace that you're always wearing, yo

I'd take that thing and, with my knife, I'd start pairing so
Chop, chop, piece, piece, and send it to the Raiders of L.A.
There are so many, this land of plenty
The things we lack straight square within our grasp

[Chorus]
Ever you do, ever you think
Whether you're brown or you're pink
I think not, thinking's better 'bout it
When you stop to think
The jaded ones will wither
While the optimistic grow
I settle that a bet will let a large amount

So, indulge me just for a minute, imagine no one holdin' out
All trying for peace, my brothers down
Some others down, it happens slow, think you should know
The direction that the world goes, peace

They number six to make them feel like men
They one up us 'cause we're much too much for them
OK, the method to the mischiefs over there, then Psych, shazam, we strike with the lightnin'
Through space we move and emit an ill tracer

We're set to light your world, kid, we're your maker
Check it, our karma, plus the avant garde
Our style of out sect wise to ways comes to wreck

[Chorus]

While the ma**es mill around curse in anguish
311 stompin' 'em down with the quickness
We see all the crews that be comin' around now Takin' they notes to get our sweet a** style down

Fending off the foes that try to shut us down
Like the warrior souls we are, we never give in
So what we call is dope, we know will come around
Chill in Southern Cali., why'all

That's how we livin'
We spend our lives learning
If you like learning, life is large
It could never be only the ups





The downs will always come around, yeah, yeah Like a drive through Estes Park, you savor the sun
But when the clouds come, make animals

Overall Meaning

The song "Six" by 311 is a fast-paced, energetic, and intense song that discusses impatience, optimism, and the pursuit of peace. The lyrics suggest that the singer wants to break the boundaries that hold him back, which he compares to stealing a necklace. He envisions a world in which it is possible to let go of pessimistic thinking and strive for a peaceful existence. The song's message is that the pursuit of happiness requires more than just positivity; it also requires hard work, determination, and a willingness to take risks.


In the song's chorus, the singer encourages listeners to be positive and optimistic, regardless of the color of their skin or their life experiences. He believes that thinking positively can help overcome hardships and challenges, while pessimism will only lead to more obstacles. The song also references the number six, which the singer says makes people feel like men but also suggests an imbalance in power.


Line by Line Meaning

You know patience, pushing a dream, brings my demons to life
The act of staying patient while trying to achieve your dreams will awaken your inner demons.


Songs are vacations, our soul salvation
Music is like going on a trip, it's a salvation for our souls


Will you suspend your disbelief?
Are you willing to put aside your doubts and believe in something?


I'd like to be the thief that steals
I wish I could be the person who takes what they desire


That jaded necklace that you're always wearing, yo
I'm talking about that tired and worn out necklace you always wear


I'd take that thing and, with my knife, I'd start pairing so
I would cut it up into smaller pieces and rearrange them


Chop, chop, piece, piece, and send it to the Raiders of L.A.
I'd cut it up, rearrange the pieces, and send it to the most aggressive gang in LA


There are so many, this land of plenty
There are plenty of opportunities in this country


The things we lack straight square within our grasp
The things we want are often easier to obtain than we realize


Ever you do, ever you think
No matter what you do or think


Whether you're brown or you're pink
No matter what race you are


I think not, thinking's better 'bout it
I think we shouldn't think too much about it


When you stop to think
When you take a moment to really consider your actions


The jaded ones will wither
Cynical people will eventually lose their spirit


While the optimistic grow
Those who hold onto hope will thrive


I settle that a bet will let a large amount
I believe that taking a risk can lead to a big reward


So, indulge me just for a minute, imagine no one holdin' out
Just imagine if no one ever held back from taking risks


All trying for peace, my brothers down
Everyone is working towards peace, expressing solidarity


Some others down, it happens slow, think you should know
It may take time, but progress is being made


They number six to make them feel like men
They have a gang of six people to make them feel tough


They one up us 'cause we're much too much for them
They are trying to prove themselves because we're too much for them to handle


OK, the method to the mischiefs over there, then Psych, shazam, we strike with the lightnin'
We have a plan to deal with their mischievous behavior, we'll strike back fast with force


Through space we move and emit an ill tracer
We move through space, leaving a powerful mark behind us


We're set to light your world, kid, we're your maker
We're ready to make a big impact, we'll light up your life


Check it, our karma, plus the avant garde
Take a look at our good karma and cutting-edge style


Our style of out sect wise to ways comes to wreck
Our unique style has the power to destroy other groups' ways of doing things


While the masses mill around curse in anguish
While the general public complains and feels angry


311 stompin' 'em down with the quickness
311 is out here quickly defeating the competition


We see all the crews that be comin' around now Takin' they notes to get our sweet a** style down
Other groups are starting to take notice of our style and take notes to copy us


Fending off the foes that try to shut us down
We're fighting back against those trying to stop us from succeeding


Like the warrior souls we are, we never give in
We are like warrior souls, never giving up or giving in


So what we call is dope, we know will come around
We know that the style we're putting out into the world will eventually be well-received


Chill in Southern Cali., why'all / That's how we livin'
We're living a laid-back lifestyle in Southern California


We spend our lives learning
We spend our entire lives learning and growing


If you like learning, life is large
If you enjoy learning, there is so much to explore in the world


It could never be only the ups
Life can't always be good and positive


The downs will always come around, yeah, yeah
Difficult times will always come around, no matter what


Like a drive through Estes Park, you savor the sun
Enjoy the good moments in life, like taking a scenic drive in a beautiful place


But when the clouds come, make animals
But remember to find joy in the simple things, even during the hard times




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHAD RONALD SEXTON, DOUGLAS VINCENT MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS LOFTON HEXUM

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