It's Going Down
Blackalicious f. Lateef & Keke Wyatt Lyrics

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[Chorus]
Sit back, close your eyes
Peep back, got you open wide
I'll let you get a taste of me
It's going down in mystery
Sit back, close your eyes
Peep back, got you open wide
I'll let you get a taste of me

It's going down in mystery

Well it's the microphone ripper, party-rockin' gift of gab
I hit the scene, lift you on my beam
And send you through my high plains
Mind-train shiftin' through your migraines
Spit with that I hit with patterns get you twisted sideways

And I'm the head honcho, sport golden tonsils
Inventing new styles all the time like pronto
Four by four, runnin' over suckers like a Bronco
Haters say the lyrics ain't Gonzo but they wrong though

We walking up and locking up the game and sparking up the flame
You're not gone' be the same when our flow reach your brain
It's about to bust

Not your crush, show up at our show in a tacky dress
Sparking us, talking 'bout your prowess but we're not impressed

Checkmate, populous crush, monstrous plush
Rhymes that just thrust onto your buck buck
Just rush

Just rushing like the Nile River, power we deliver
See it's (going down in mystery)

[Chorus x 2]

You know, I know, you know, I know
(It's going down in mystery)

(Gift of Gab won't you learn 'em and assure 'em)
(That the fire that you spit will burn them)
Burning up the track and turning up the action
(Murder one attack him)
Serving what you're rapping
Urban gutter anthems
(Certain of the fact)
Curtains for the wack
Searching for the knack
(You're pervin' off the fatness)
Fury of the rather early mornings after
(Worldly like disasters)
Purely just the baddest, the chief clamp down on 'em
(Like a vice on a melon squeezing tight on your temples)
Feel the bass (as the wind blows)
In your face (and your mental) hear the taste
Instrumentals even break down on you like this
(We surpass your previous standards) drastically
(Mastering bass), setting nights so bright
(Beneath the skylight)
And days (and weeks) and months (go by)
And years (and decades) and we still so fly
(While the others are just fly by night)
And not tight (we keep writing)
Like scribes (but we tight) and so wise (c'mon)

The rhyme historian exploring everything that we got
And even more so we exploring everything that they not
These are the glory days for lyricists, forever we plot
Wait wait wait wait hold on a second bring it back (we plot x 4,
C'mon)
The rhyme historian exploring everything that we got
And even more so we exploring everything that they not
These are the glory days of lyricists, forever we plot
(It's going down in mystery)

[Chorus x 2]

Overall Meaning

The song "It's Going Down" by Blackalicious featuring Lateef and Keke Wyatt begins with a repetitive chorus that sets the tone for the rest of the song. The chorus tells the listener to sit back, close their eyes, and let themselves get a taste of the music which is about to go down in mystery. The first verse is rapped by Gift of Gab who describes himself as the microphone ripper and party-rockin' gift of gab. He talks about running over his haters like a bronco and inventing new styles all the time. The second verse is rapped by Lateef who talks about murdering his opponents with his rapping skills and serving what he's rapping. The third verse is sung by Keke Wyatt who sings about exploring everything that they got and even more so, exploring everything that they are not.

The song encompasses several themes, including domination, lyrical skill, confidence, and exploration. The chorus is repetitively sung to indicate that the music about to be played is intense and will blow your mind. The verses are each rapped and sung with confidence to let the audience know just how skilled and dominant they are when it comes to music. Furthermore, the theme of exploration is noted in the last verse to suggest that the artists are fully mastering their work while still seeking out new areas that need to be explored in their careers.

Line by Line Meaning

Sit back, close your eyes
Relax and get ready to experience something new

Peep back, got you open wide
Take a closer look and be receptive

I'll let you get a taste of me
I'll give you a glimpse of my talent

It's going down in mystery
Something amazing is about to happen, but you won't know what until it does

Well it's the microphone ripper, party-rockin' gift of gab
I am a skilled rapper who knows how to entertain

I hit the scene, lift you on my beam
I make a grand entrance and captivate the audience

And send you through my high plains
I take you on a journey through my music

Mind-train shiftin' through your migraines
My lyrics will take you to a new level and stimulate your brain

Spit with that I hit with patterns get you twisted sideways
My rhymes are complex and will challenge your perspective

And I'm the head honcho, sport golden tonsils
I am the leader in this game and have unmatched vocal skills

Inventing new styles all the time like pronto
I am constantly pushing creative boundaries

Four by four, runnin' over suckers like a Bronco
I am dominating the competition and leaving them behind

Haters say the lyrics ain't Gonzo but they wrong though
Critics may doubt my style, but they are mistaken

We walking up and locking up the game and sparking up the flame
We are taking control of the rap game and igniting a new era

You're not gone' be the same when our flow reach your brain
My music will change your perspective and leave a lasting impact

It's about to bust
Things are about to get wild and exciting

Not your crush, show up at our show in a tacky dress
Don't come to our show with bad energy or poor fashion sense

Sparking us, talking 'bout your prowess but we're not impressed
Don't try to show off or impress us with false confidence

Checkmate, populous crush, monstrous plush
We have outsmarted and defeated our competition

Rhymes that just thrust onto your buck buck
Our lyrics are powerful and will grab your attention

Just rushing like the Nile River, power we deliver
We are unstoppable and deliver unmatched energy

See it's (going down in mystery)
Something amazing is about to happen, but you won't know what until it does

You know, I know, you know, I know
We are all aware of the talent and energy we bring

(Gift of Gab won't you learn 'em and assure 'em)
My unique talent and skills will convince even the doubters

(That the fire that you spit will burn them)
My powerful rhymes will leave a lasting impact on the audience

Burning up the track and turning up the action
My music is energetic and captivating

(Murder one attack him)
I am aggressively dominating the rap game

Serving what you're rapping
My rhymes are authentic and honest

Urban gutter anthems
My music speaks to the struggles and realities of urban life

(Certain of the fact)
I am confident in my abilities and vision

Curtains for the wack
I am leaving behind the weak and untalented

Searching for the knack
I am constantly improving and honing my craft

(You're pervin' off the fatness)
You are enjoying the high quality and energy of my music

Fury of the rather early mornings after
I am determined and work hard to succeed

(Worldly like disasters)
My music speaks to the realities and struggles of the world

Purely just the baddest, the chief clamp down on 'em
I am the best and am dominating the rap game

(Like a vice on a melon squeezing tight on your temples)
My music is powerful and will captivate your attention

Feel the bass (as the wind blows)
My music is energetic and powerful

In your face (and your mental) hear the taste
My music is memorable and unforgettable

Instrumentals even break down on you like this
My music is versatile and constantly changing

(We surpass your previous standards) drastically
My music is innovative and groundbreaking

(Mastering bass), setting nights so bright
My music is captivating and energizing

(Beneath the skylight)
My music is meant to be enjoyed under the night sky

And days (and weeks) and months (go by)
My music is timeless and will last for years to come

And years (and decades) and we still so fly
My music and talent are eternal and ageless

(While the others are just fly by night)
My talent and impact will last, while others will fade away

And not tight (we keep writing)
Our talent and skill continue to improve and evolve

Like scribes (but we tight) and so wise (c'mon)
Our lyrics are powerful and wise

The rhyme historian exploring everything that we got
My music explores and embraces my talent and vision

And even more so we exploring everything that they not
My music stands out from the competition and breaks new ground

These are the glory days for lyricists, forever we plot
This is a special time for rap music, and we are determined to make a lasting impact

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: TONY COTTRELL, LATEEF KENNETH DAUMONT, XAVIER LORENZO MOSLEY, TIM PARKER, SHANNON SHOWES

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