During the week ending February 1, 2020, “Lock It Up” debuted and peaked at #89 on the Hot 100.
Lock It Up
Eminem Lyrics
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Okay, yeah
Say bro, (yeah) where you get them from?
Detroit? (Yeah) that machine gun, spray boy
And it's gon' hit some
New coupe? (Ooh) been whippin' 'em
New boobs? (Yeah) where you get them done?
And spread you out like some yayo (I'm naughty, yah)
No bitch (oh), you don't know shit (no)
You just want all my money, ah
I was hopeless (oh), now I'm focused (no)
Where the fuck is the party at?
Now hold this (oh), oh shit (oh)
That's it (yeah), so sick (oh)
No shit (oh)
Damn, I'm (yeah) getting too fuckin' old for this (yeah)
But still as explosive with, just load the clip
Two pistols on hip, both are gripped
I hold them at shoulder width
Took a stab in the dark and broke the tip
Of my knife off, but your throat is slit
'Cause I'm cutthroat to the utmost with it
The ultimate
I just let the poker chips fall but they were supposed to fit
Now those days are over, scrapin' change in sofas
Tryna save at Kroger (yeah)
So why would I give a fuck about backstabbin' Trader Joe for?
How 'bout that, I'm paid as Oprah
Think I may have broke the scale
'Cause the wait is over
But wait, wait, hold up, 'cause they say I almost
I almost lost it
I had to reach back, back, and lock it, yeah (lock it, lock it)
You almost got me (stop it, stop it)
I had to reach back, back, and lock it, yeah (lock it, lock it)
You almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), I got it (I got it)
You almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), I got it (I got it)
Just sit there and act pathetic and sulk
'Cause I'm getting green, Incredible Hulk
'Cause I usually get it in bulk
But I still will stomp your head to a pulp (yeah)
You want smoke, I got the Tical like Method Man
So get ready to die from second hand
Get a whiff of the doctor's medicine
Like sedatives you'll get popped, Excedrin
'Cause you can get it like over the counter (yo)
Like I just left the damn concession stand (yeah)
A mic in my hand's a weapon (what?)
I put that on everything like ranch, I'll never land
Too fly, I don't plan to ever Cinderella man
What I am is better than
Every single one of you
Whether separate or all of you band together
And I put the game on the pill (yeah)
Now my Shady babies are all stillborns
Meaning abortions that live 'cause they were still born
I can heal 'em with Neosporin
You 'bout to experience euphoria
(I'm a) True warrior, got the plug like Trugoy
Give me the cue like I'm ScHoolboy
And I'll treat the beat like a pitbull would do to a chew toy and destroy it, 'cause boy I
I almost lost it
I had to reach back, back, and lock it, yeah (lock it, lock it)
You almost got me (stop it, stop it)
I had to reach back, back, and lock it, yeah (lock it, lock it)
You almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), I got it (I got it)
You almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), you almost (stop it), I got it (I got it)
The song "Lock It Up" by Anderson .Paak featuring Eminem is a combination of slick, groovy beats and lyrical genius. The song opens with Anderson .Paak asking Eminem about his weaponry, and he responds with a boastful description of his shooting skill. The song then continues with Eminem's usual style of wordplay and metaphors as he rhymes about his past and present financial struggles, and how he overcame them to become successful. The chorus is catchy and straightforward, with Anderson .Paak singing about how he almost lost his cool but had to lock it up to regain control.
The song is an interesting collaboration between two artists from different musical backgrounds. Anderson .Paak's funky, soulful beats are a perfect complement to Eminem's wordplay and rhyme schemes, making the song a unique and exciting listen. Eminem's lyrics touch on his trademark themes of poverty, success, and struggle, while Anderson .Paak's smooth voice and catchy hooks bring a party vibe to the track. Overall, "Lock It Up" is an example of the perfect blend of two musical styles and personalities.
Line by Line Meaning
Say bro, (yeah) where you get them from?
Asking where one got their machine gun and new car from.
New boobs? (Yeah) where you get them done?
Asking where one got their breast implants done.
No bitch (oh), you don't know shit (no)
Responding to someone who is only interested in taking all of the money.
Now hold this (oh), oh shit (oh)
Giving someone something and then realizing that it is bad or dangerous.
But still as explosive with, just load the clip
Despite getting older, still able to be destructive and dangerous.
Took a stab in the dark and broke the tip
Made a guess, but it turned out to be wrong and caused damage.
So why would I give a fuck about backstabbin' Trader Joe for?
Not bothered by someone trying to betray or deceive him like a grocery store worker.
Think I may have broke the scale
Achieving a level of success that hasn't been seen before.
I almost lost it
Almost lost control of the situation.
You almost got me (stop it, stop it)
Almost got caught off guard by someone's actions or words.
Just sit there and act pathetic and sulk
Telling someone to stop behaving weak and pitiful.
Get a whiff of the doctor's medicine
Comparing a line from Doctor Dre's song to a prescription drug.
But I still will stomp your head to a pulp
Despite being successful, still willing to be violent and brutal towards someone.
What I am is better than every single one of you
Confident in one's superiority over others.
I can heal 'em with Neosporin
A metaphor for being able to fix problems or issues.
Give me the cue like I'm ScHoolboy
Asking for a signal or instruction like a rapper from the group Black Hippy.
And I'll treat the beat like a pitbull would do to a chew toy and destroy it
Comparing one's ability to destroy a music beat to a dog's ability to destroy a chew toy.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andre Romell Young, Brandon Paak Anderson, Dawaun Parker, Dwayne A. Abernathy, Erik Roger Griggs, Marshall B. III Mathers, Trevor Ira Lawrence
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
StrengthAndHonor
Can we appreciate the fact that Eminem is still giving us music this deep into his career. A lot of major artists would be content just performing their hits.
True artist. Thank you, Em.
Nicholas Hernandez
StrengthAndHonor
Eminem made it clear in that walking on water song, he’s still on the verge of his best album.
It’s where he finds his fire.
As long as he doesn’t burn me, I’ll sit back and bask in the warmth.
Random idiot on the internet
Let's just wish that he keeps this up , if not, then I'll be listening to the same songs everyday for the rest of my life.
Joe.
Remember the times when people said Lil Wayne would be more memorable than Eminem?
Mic
Thing is, if he didn’t enjoy what he did he wouldn’t have a reason to continue, he already has enough money to last all his life anyway
China Pat
Love this comment.. totally agree..took the words right outta my mouth ✌️
sh
that opening Anderson .Paak verse is unbelievably catchy
GAME_A_PLAYA
Someone needed to say it
Gurth-Quake
Ikr
Niedzielny Gracz
And his voice is smthg amazing