Take Me Away
Butch Cassidy Lyrics

Haha, today was a good day
The singer had a positive day and is in an overall good mood.

Sometimes I just get on my knees you know what I mean
The singer prays to a higher power, likely for guidance or support.

And pray to the man with the master plan
The singer is specifically praying to a deity or higher power who they believe has a plan for them.

Lord have mercy, my people so thirsty
The artist is asking for mercy or grace from their chosen deity for their community, who are in need.

Come feed 'em, either Jesus or Mohammad
The artist is asking their chosen deity to provide for their community, regardless of which religion they follow.

All we get is vomit, come like a comet
The singer is expressing frustration with their current circumstances, and asking for something new and transformative to come and change things quickly.

Put it in my brain Lord, put it in my stomach
The singer is asking for knowledge or insight as well as a physical sense of nourishment or satisfaction.

Only you can do it, I'ma learn from it
The artist believes that only their deity can create meaningful change, but they are committed to learning from the experience either way.

Do what I gotta do, try not to plum it
The artist acknowledges that they have to take action to make change happen, but they are trying to avoid making any major mistakes.

America used to shoot like reptiles
The artist feels that America used to be more aggressive and powerful, like a reptile hunting its prey.

Don't worry tomorrow, let's get this right now
The singer believes that the present moment is more important than an uncertain future, and should focus on making changes immediately.

They wanna run us in the ground
The artist feels that powerful individuals or institutions are trying to harm or oppress them and their community.

Educate yourself, before they dumb you down
The singer encourages their listeners to learn as much as they can, because they believe that others are actively trying to prevent them from doing so.

Get your money boy, the legal way
The singer advocates for making money through legal means, rather than resorting to criminal activity or exploitation.

Beat 'em with they own bullshit if you may
The singer suggests that they can use the same tactics as those who are trying to harm or oppress them to gain power or get ahead.

Now rich white men they got the world fucked up
The artist feels that wealthy white men are responsible for many of the world's problems or injustices.

Why should I give a fuck about a Styrofoam cup
The artist expresses apathy towards environmentalism or other issues, likely as a result of feeling powerless or disaffected.

Environmental saying, but if I go green
The singer is referencing environmentalism or conservation, but seems skeptical or ambivalent about it.

You know what I mean bitch
The singer sarcastically addresses someone who they believe is misunderstanding or insulting them.

Take me away from these people [Repeat: x4]
The artist wants to be removed from their current situation or surroundings for unspecified reasons.

Ice Cube for President, let's just do it for the hell of it
The artist is suggesting that they run for President, possibly as a joke or as a way to shake up the system.

See how I run the government
The artist is confident that they could effectively run the government if given the chance.

Make money irrelevant
The singer wants to create a society where money is not the motivating factor behind people's actions.

I might tell a chick, it's illegal to resell of it
The artist is referencing a hypothetical situation where they might lie or manipulate someone for personal gain.

Secret service don't know where the hell I went
The singer is joking about eluding the Secret Service, the agency responsible for protecting the President of the United States.

Sorry yall, I had to fuck a super delicate
The singer is making a vulgar joke about sleeping with someone who is highly sensitive or easily offended.

Dream ticket, Ice Cube and Obama
The singer is playfully suggesting that they should run for office alongside Barack Obama, the former President of the United States.

American dream, Ice Cube and yo mama
The artist continues the joke by suggesting that their Presidency would be an embodiment of the American Dream, and even involves the listener's mother.

The Terminator, are you Sarah Conner?
The artist is referencing the popular sci-fi movie franchise, suggesting that they are as powerful and unstoppable as the movie's titular character.

Arnold Schwarzenegger, can kill who he wanna
The singer is referencing the actor and former Governor of California, playfully comparing themselves to him and his powerful position.

In California, they strap you to a jury
The singer is referencing the legal system in California, suggesting that it is harsh and oppressive.

And murder your ass, in front of your attorney
The artist is making an exaggerated and violent joke about the legal system, suggesting that it is rigged against them.

Do you really wanna take this journey?
The artist is asking their listeners if they are willing to face the hardships and challenges that come with trying to make change or fight the system.

And scared of none of yall, motherfuckers like Bernie
The artist is referencing Bernie Mac, a comedian known for his confrontational and aggressive style.

Mad step back, I got the mac 11
The singer is suggesting that they have a powerful gun and would be able to protect themselves if necessary.

Unlike Obama, I'ma have to back my Reverend
The artist is making a reference to the controversy surrounding Barack Obama's relationship with his former pastor, suggesting that they would support their own religious community more fully.

Now the Lord is my Sheppard
The singer is referencing a line from the Bible, suggesting that they feel guided or protected by a higher power.

My flow is respected, world wide
The singer believes that their music or artistic ability is highly respected and valued by people around the world.

In the west I got to rep it
The singer feels that they have to represent their home and community, likely in a musical or artistic sense.

So please check it, cause my style is infected
The artist is encouraging their listeners to pay attention to their music, as they believe it has a viral or contagious effect on people.

With the virus, Ice Cube's the ocyeros
The artist is making a wordplay with the term 'virus,' suggesting that their music or influence is spreading rapidly.

I bailed through, they wanna put up in bail view
The singer is referencing the legal system again, suggesting that they have faced legal trouble in the past and may again in the future.

Cause my point of view is not red, white and blue
The singer believes that their perspective or worldview is different from the mainstream, which tends to be patriotic or nationalistic.

It's black and blue residue
The artist suggests that their perspective is influenced by the violence and struggles they have experienced as a black person in America.

I know what crack can do to a whole fuckin' avenue
The artist is referencing the harm that drug addiction and drug abuse can cause to entire communities.

Spit on it, and they'll get mad at you
The artist suggests that they are not afraid to speak truthfully or criticize others, even if it makes people angry or defensive.

You know I do this bullshit for your gratitude
The singer is referencing their music or art again, suggesting that they create it as a gift or service to their fans.

I'ma nigga with a attitude
The artist is referencing their own reputation or persona as an aggressive, confrontational figure.

I'ma do what I gotta do, just to change my latitude
The singer is dedicated to making changes in their life and their community, even if it requires major effort or discomfort.

In the system, rollin' with my diamonds glistening
The singer feels that they are part of a larger societal or economic system, but they still maintain their personal style or flair.

And niggas listenin', from your local prison
The singer believes that their music or art is popular and meaningful to those who may be incarcerated or otherwise disenfranchised.

I'ma prism, your only vision is a rainbow in the sky
The artist is suggesting that their art or creativity can act as a lens, refracting light or ideas in a unique and beautiful way.

When I spit the ism
The artist is referencing their own creative process or style, suggesting that they create intricate and meaningful rhymes or verses.