He began recording music in 2004 at the age of 16 and since then has gained popularity from his profiles on websites such as Purevolume and Myspace, on which he distributes some of his music and provides news and regular updates to his increasing fanbase on his progress. Goot also maintains one to one contact with his fans via such websites and loves to hear from those who appreciate his work.
His most recent work includes his debut album entitled ‘Arranged Noise’ released in 2008, a three track EP ‘Read My Mind’ released in 2009, and his latest releases-- well-received covers albums. ‘Songs I Wish I Wrote’ came out in August 2010, followed by a second volume in May 2011 and a third in January 2012.
BEAT IT
Alex Goot Lyrics
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Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
So beat it, just beat it
You better run, you better do what you can
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
You wanna be tough better do what you can
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky, strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it (beat it) x4
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
So beat it, just beat it
You have to show them that you're really not scared
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
They'll kick you, then they beat you
Then they'll tell you it's fair
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
Just beat it, beat it
Beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky, strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it (beat it) x5
Beat it, beat it
Beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky, strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it (beat it)
The song "Beat It" by Alex Goot is a cover version of Michael Jackson's famous song released in 1983. Michael Jackson's "Beat It" addresses the issue of gangs and violence in America's inner cities. The opening lines "They told him don't you ever come around here. Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear" suggest a warning to someone who is not welcome in a particular neighborhood or territory. The next lines "The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear. So beat it, just beat it" emphasis the danger and urgency of the warning.
The chorus "No one wants to be defeated. Showin' how funky, strong is your fight. It doesn't matter who's wrong or right. Just beat it (beat it)" highlights the need to show strength and fight back against the oppression and violence. The line "They're out to get you, better leave while you can" reiterates the danger in the situation and advises the listener to escape while they still can. Overall, the song encourages standing up for oneself and fighting for survival in a hostile environment.
Line by Line Meaning
They told him don't you ever come around here
They warned him to never visit this area again
Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear
They don't want to see his face and want him to go away
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
Their expressions and words show their serious intentions
So beat it, just beat it
He should leave immediately
You better run, you better do what you can
He should run away and do everything possible to avoid confrontation
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
Avoid violence and trying to prove oneself
You wanna be tough better do what you can
If he wants to be tough, he should use his intelligence and wit to deal with the situation
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
He should leave, but if he wants to prove his toughness, he should still go ahead and leave anyway.
Just beat it, beat it
Leave the place immediately
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to be a loser in a fight
Showin' how funky, strong is your fight
Demonstrating how powerful and effective your fighting skills are.
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
In the moment, the fight isn't about determining who's right and who's wrong
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
They have a clear intention to harm him, so it's better to leave immediately
Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
He should show his maturity and face the situation in a responsible and decisive manner
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
In order to survive, he should use his intelligence and leave the situation as quickly as possible
You have to show them that you're really not scared
He should display confidence and demonstrate that he is not afraid
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
If he doesn't take the situation serious enough, it could potentially cost him his life
They'll kick you, then they beat you
They will physically attack him
Then they'll tell you it's fair
They will try to justify their violent actions
Just beat it, beat it
Again, he should leave immediately
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose a fight
Showin' how funky, strong is your fight
Demonstrating how powerful and effective your fighting skills are
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
In the moment, the fight isn't about determining who's right or wrong
Just beat it (beat it)
He should leave immediately
x4
This line is a repetition of the earlier line 'Just beat it'
Beat it, beat it
Once again, he should leave immediately
Beat it, beat it
Again, he should leave immediately
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to be a loser in a fight
Showin' how funky, strong is your fight
Demonstrating how powerful and effective your fighting skills are
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
In a fight, the notion of right and wrong is irrelevant
Just beat it (beat it)
He should leave the area immediately
Contributed by Christopher G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
tspmcfarlane
Still one of the all-time great YouTube covers. A masterpiece.
Leon .T
I don't think people don't give enough credit for this cover he hits the Top C in the tenor range like it's nothing multiple times in the verses and in the chorus, that is DIFFICULT!!! Good job!
Rodolfo Andrés Herrera Carrasco
he visto muchos cover de esta canción pero esta sin duda es la mejor porque convinas todo haciendo esto una canción increible
Chirri
There are lots of performers right now that are one act shows. They have big labels behind them, and big audiences, but that doesn't mean they're putting out high quality stuff. A huge part of why I love Goot is because of his passion for music and instruments (that's plural). There are a lot of solo performers out there who create the majority of their accompaniment rather than relying on lots of other people. They're the ones I enjoy at length, not singing bobble heads relying on writers.
ShaneR
Subbed man that was good! Even though the instrumentals separately weren't fancy, you collaborated them together extremely well! Sounds great keep it up
Kai Fischer
9 years after doing this song in your homestudio it`s still AWESOME !! I know the work in the background . . . playing all instruments, mixing, mastering, shooting the videos . . . .LOOK, HOW FAR YOU HAVE COME !!!! You`re living THE DREAM !!!
Nishil Bright
Man, those vocals are the closest one could get to MJ! Much respect for even giving it a shot! Job well done.. :)
Andreapianogirl
Your arrangements never cease to amaze me! Another HIGH rating!!!!!!!
Prongs
I could listen to Alex the whole day and still it wouldn't be enough. You have such an incredible voice Alex!!
Paul Venetian
As a musician, movie producer and editor, I congratulate you on your talent and skill both with the music and the video production, well done Alex!