Action
Black Eyed Peas Lyrics


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It's time for some action
It's time for some action
It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some action
It's time for some action
It's time for some action
Brr, brr, woo

Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Brata, give me satisfaction
Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Come on, brr, brr, woo

Nigga 'bout to go, go Rambo
Feelin' like cobra, commando
Up in the spot to the most shots drank
Now I'm 'bout to reload the ammo (woo!)
Live life like a vandal
No detox, we lit like a candle, ah
Straight savage, cannibals
Animals, burn the roof down with the flammables, woof
We done lost some manners
Planet of the apes, we bananas
Manics up in the dick like bandits
We about to blow up, the bitch volcanic
That's Hawaii 5-0, yo
That's the style, I know, yup
Yeah, I got the pyro
I go americano psycho, thrilla

It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some (rra), it's time for some (woo)
It's time for some action
It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some
Blap, blap, brr, brr, woo

Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Brata, give me satisfaction
Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Come on, brr, brr, woo

Livin' life big, it's the caption (woo!)
Came off in the subtraction (woo!)
Now I'm just keying up an aspect (woo!)
That means I'm cooler than the last 'cause (cool)
Chicks freeze when I'm passin', hey
If you wanna know if he askin', yuh
I'm Filipino and a black man, uh
But to be more exact
I smash it, get wild, drink ecstatic
Action flick, stunt man, fantastic
Black cop beats Marvel, did a classic
Zombie chronicles, hip-hop classic, yeah
Bitch, I'm from Manila, ah
Kill the club, I'm a killer, ah
Apeshit like gorilla, ah
Walking like Godzilla, thrilla

It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some (rra), it's time for some (woo)
It's time for some action
It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some
Blap, blap, brr, brr, woo

Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Brata, give me satisfaction
Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Come on, brr, brr, woo

Ted walked in with a poncho, woo
Straight Indian like Tonto, yeah
Burn that bitch down like Banto, yeah
Then I get wild like a bronco, woah
No white snow in the nostril (no)
No coco, no blanco, no
I stay like Sato
Get money, make money, put it in the banco
I get them dollars, dineros
Commas and commas and ceros
Numero uno, primero
Told 'em I'm not a pendejo, no
All I know is succeedin' (yeah)
Don't slow down, keep speeding, yeah
Wild buffalo, stampedin'
Told ya I'm the last of the Mohican, thrilla

It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some (rra), it's time for some (woo)
It's time for some action
It's time for some action
Give me satisfaction
It's time for some
Blap, blap, brr, brr, woo

Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Brata, give me satisfaction
Bratatatata
Bratatata, give me action
Bratatatata
Come on, brr, brr, woo

Bratatatata
Time for action
Bratatatata
Satisfaction
Bratatatata
Time for some action




Bratatatata
Come on, brr, brr, woo

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Black Eyed Peas's song "Action" convey a sense of urgency and the desire for excitement and fulfillment. The repetition of the phrase "It's time for some action" emphasizes the need for an energetic and dynamic experience. The mention of "satisfaction" suggests that the singer is seeking something that will bring pleasure and fulfillment to their life.


The use of onomatopoeia with "bratatatata" and "brr, brr, woo" adds to the energetic and lively tone of the song. It creates a sense of anticipation and sets the mood for the upcoming action.


In the second verse, the lyrics touch upon themes of feeling powerful and free. The references to Rambo, cobra, and commando evoke a sense of strength and agility. The lyrics also mention living life like a vandal and being savage, suggesting a disregard for rules and norms.


The lyrics further allude to a rebellious and explosive nature by mentioning burning down the roof and volcanic eruptions. The line "Planet of the apes, we bananas" uses wordplay to highlight the wild and unpredictable nature of the singer's actions.


The third verse combines cultural references with a boastful tone. The mention of being Filipino and black emphasizes the singer's diverse background. The lyrics reinforce the idea of being cool and exceptional, as well as being a passionate lover. The references to action flicks, stunts, and filibuster create an image of a larger-than-life character.


The final verse continues to assert the singer's uniqueness and success. The references to Indian culture, burning things down, and getting wild like a bronco imply a fearless and audacious attitude. The lyrics also mention making money and being the best, portraying a confident and driven personality.


Overall, the lyrics to "Action" convey the desire for excitement, satisfaction, and a sense of power. The song celebrates living life to the fullest, breaking boundaries, and finding fulfillment through thrilling and extraordinary experiences.


Line by Line Meaning

It's time for some action
The singer is expressing their desire and readiness for excitement and engagement.


Give me satisfaction
The singer is requesting fulfillment and enjoyment from the experience.


Brr, brr, woo
An expression of enthusiasm and anticipation for the upcoming events.


Bratatatata
Onomatopoeic sounds mimicking gunfire, symbolizing energy and intensity.


Bratatata, give me action
The artist is requesting excitement, thrill, and engagement.


Brata, give me satisfaction
The singer is asking for fulfillment, pleasure, and contentment.


Nigga 'bout to go, go Rambo
The singer is about to embark on an action-packed adventure, comparing themselves to the character Rambo.


Feelin' like cobra, commando
The artist is confident and powerful, likening themselves to a cobra and a commando.


Up in the spot to the most shots drank
The artist is in a place where they have consumed the most amount of alcohol.


Now I'm 'bout to reload the ammo (woo!)
The artist is preparing to replenish their energy, enthusiasm, and excitement for the upcoming events.


Live life like a vandal
The singer embraces a reckless and adventurous lifestyle, disregarding societal norms and rules.


No detox, we lit like a candle, ah
The artist avoids detoxification and indulges in a lively and vibrant lifestyle.


Straight savage, cannibals
The singer describes themselves and their companions as relentless, fierce, and ready for any challenge.


Animals, burn the roof down with the flammables, woof
The singer and their group are capable of causing destruction and chaos, likening themselves to wild animals and ready to ignite excitement and energy.


We done lost some manners
The singer and their group have discarded societal norms and polite behavior.


Planet of the apes, we bananas
The artist and their group are wild, crazy, and unpredictable, like characters from the movie 'Planet of the Apes.'


Manics up in the dick like bandits
The artist and their companions are mischievous and bold, causing chaos and havoc wherever they go.


We about to blow up, the bitch volcanic
The singer and their group are on the verge of exploding with energy, enthusiasm, and excitement, likening themselves to a volcanic eruption.


That's Hawaii 5-0, yo
Referencing the TV show 'Hawaii Five-0,' the singer suggests they are ready for action and adventure.


That's the style, I know, yup
The artist is familiar with and identifies with a particular style characterized by energy and excitement.


Yeah, I got the pyro
The artist possesses the fire and energy to ignite excitement and action.


I go americano psycho, thrilla
The artist adopts an intense and thrilling persona, likening themselves to a combination of an American and a psychopath, reminiscent of Michael Jackson's album 'Thriller.'


Livin' life big, it's the caption (woo!)
The singer emphasizes living life to the fullest and capturing the essence of excitement and enjoyment.


Came off in the subtraction (woo!)
The artist has emerged victorious and successful in spite of facing challenges and obstacles.


Now I'm just keying up an aspect (woo!)
The singer is enhancing and amplifying their qualities and characteristics, reaching new heights of excitement and intensity.


That means I'm cooler than the last 'cause (cool)
The singer suggests that they have surpassed their previous self, becoming even more impressive and impressive.


Chicks freeze when I'm passin', hey
The singer has a captivating effect on women, causing them to be enamored and entranced in their presence.


If you wanna know if he askin', yuh
The artist challenges others to inquire about their abilities and charisma.


I'm Filipino and a black man, uh
The artist identifies as both Filipino and African American, highlighting their diverse heritage.


But to be more exact
The singer introduces a more precise explanation or clarification.


I smash it, get wild, drink ecstatic
The singer indulges in unrestrained behavior, enjoying themselves to the fullest by consuming alcohol and engaging in lively activities.


Action flick, stunt man, fantastic
The artist references action movies and the excitement associated with performing stunts, emphasizing their own fantastic and thrilling qualities.


Black cop beats Marvel, did a classic
The artist highlights their accomplishments and attributes, suggesting that their work surpasses the quality of Marvel's black superhero characters.


Zombie chronicles, hip-hop classic, yeah
The artist references the popularity and enduring quality of zombie-related content and compares it to the timeless nature of hip-hop music.


Bitch, I'm from Manila, ah
The singer proudly proclaims their origin from Manila, expressing their sense of identity and cultural heritage.


Kill the club, I'm a killer, ah
The artist excels at dominating and energizing the club atmosphere, metaphorically 'killing' it through their performance and presence.


Apeshit like gorilla, ah
The singer's energy and enthusiasm are compared to those of a wild gorilla, going 'apeshit' and causing chaos.


Walking like Godzilla, thrilla
The singer moves with power and authority, likening themselves to the iconic monster Godzilla and channeling the thrilling energy of Michael Jackson's 'Thriller.'


Ted walked in with a poncho, woo
The singer references an individual named Ted, who entered the scene wearing a poncho, signifying an eccentric and unconventional style.


Straight Indian like Tonto, yeah
The artist identifies with the Native American character Tonto from the Lone Ranger, embracing a unique and distinct cultural influence.


Burn that bitch down like Banto, yeah
The artist metaphorically sets the environment on fire, intensifying the excitement and energy, inspired by their own passion and determination.


Then I get wild like a bronco, woah
The singer's enthusiasm and energy escalate, comparing themselves to a wild and untamed bronco.


No white snow in the nostril (no)
The singer clarifies that they do not indulge in cocaine, implying that their excitement and energy are natural and unadulterated.


No coco, no blanco, no
The artist continues to emphasize that they do not partake in drugs, neither cocaine nor MDMA (referred to as 'blanco').


I stay like Sato
The artist refers to themselves as being steadfast and resilient like the character Sato, possibly from the movie 'The Karate Kid, Part II.'


Get money, make money, put it in the banco
The artist focuses on financial gain, earning income and saving it in the bank.


I get them dollars, dineros
The singer collects money, emphasizing their ability to accumulate wealth in both dollars and pesos (dineros).


Commas and commas and ceros
The artist accumulates a significant amount of money, repeatedly referring to large sums, represented by commas and zeros.


Numero uno, primero
The singer declares themselves as number one, emphasizing their superiority and dominance.


Told 'em I'm not a pendejo, no
The singer refutes any notion or perception of them being foolish or naive, asserting their intelligence and capability.


All I know is succeedin' (yeah)
The singer's primary focus is achieving success and accomplishing their goals.


Don't slow down, keep speeding, yeah
The artist encourages themselves and others to maintain a fast-paced and forward-moving mindset, constantly progressing and advancing.


Wild buffalo, stampedin'
The artist compares themselves and their group to a herd of wild and powerful buffaloes, charging forward with strength and energy.


Told ya I'm the last of the Mohican, thrilla
The singer asserts that they are the final remnants of a powerful and proud Native American tribe, referencing the movie 'The Last of the Mohicans' and channeling the thrilling energy of Michael Jackson's 'Thriller.'


Time for action
An affirmation that it's the moment to engage in exciting and dynamic activities.


Satisfaction
The desire for fulfillment, contentment, and enjoyment.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Allan Apll Pineda, Jaime Gomez, William Adams, William Sami Etienne Grigahcine

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