Nowhere Fast
Eminem Lyrics

Ashes blowin' in the air
We're living in a world of destruction and chaos.

I was on fire but we don't care, yeah
Even though we're amidst the chaos, we're determined not to let it get to us.

Wasted youth, always on the road
We're young and reckless, living life without a care in the world.

Never looking back, and we're never getting old
We're living in the moment, and have no remorse for our actions.

'Cause the skies are black, but our heart's made of gold
Although things may seem bleak, we believe that we have pure intentions and a good heart.

Fuck doing what you're told
We're rebels, and we refuse to conform to societal norms and expectations.

We're going nowhere fast
Our reckless behavior is leading us down a path of destruction, without any clear direction or purpose.

I feel sorry for this beat, symphony pains for this track
Eminem is putting his heart and soul into this music, which is a reflection of his inner pain and turmoil.

This road is taking me back, down memory lane with this rap
Through his music, Eminem is revisiting his past, reflecting on his struggles and the journey that brought him to where he is today.

I could still look out in this crowd, be wild and be takin' aback
Despite everything, Eminem is still able to find joy in performing and connecting with his fans.

I'm simply stating a fact, I had Wembley stadium packed
Eminem is proud of his achievements, having performed at large venues and amassed a huge following.

But now we're on a path headed to nowhere, and fast
Despite his success, Eminem is aware that he's lost direction and is heading towards a bleak future.

Another terrorist attacks, like a tariff
Eminem is referencing the fear and chaos caused by terrorist attacks, likening them to a financial punishment.

Blows half of Madison Square up, alas
Eminem is painting a bleak picture of the destruction caused by terrorism, specifically referencing an attack on a large venue in New York City.

We perish, in the blast but that isn't scaring us
Despite the danger, Eminem and his peers are fearless and continue to live life on the edge.

We pass knowing we're fearless
Eminem and his peers have a sense of invincibility, even in the face of danger and destruction.

'Cause we're just
This line is unfinished, but it could indicate that Eminem and his peers are acting without any clear purpose or direction.

'Cause we're goin' up, goin' up
Despite everything, Eminem and his peers feel like they're going somewhere, even if it's not entirely clear where they're headed.

Goin' nowhere
This line serves as a reminder that despite their bravado, Eminem and his peers are not making progress towards any clear goal or destination.

We're on the ride of our lives
Eminem and his peers are fully immersed in the thrill and excitement of living life on the edge.

Fuck doing what you're told, act like a two year old
Eminem is emphasizing his refusal to conform, and is encouraging others to do the same.

Shit is soon to go kaboom, and blow anyways
Despite everything, Eminem is still able to see the humor in the situation.

For MC's, it's a funeral
Eminem is referencing the competitive nature of the rap game, where many people are vying for the title of the best MC.

But I'm devising this rhyme, 'cause I am awake in your mourning
Through his music, Eminem is able to connect with his fans and help them overcome their grief and pain.

That's why I rise and I shine, like a new day has dawned on me
Despite his struggles and the bleakness of the world, Eminem is still able to find hope and inspiration in his music.

Gusto guts bravado, nuts and plus I kick up dust and cuss a lot
Eminem is describing his brash and confident style of rapping, which often involves profanity and vulgarity.

I must've got you in somewhat of a debacle
Through his music, Eminem is able to get people into difficult and potentially controversial situations, forcing them to confront their beliefs.

Plus some stuff that's awful
Eminem is acknowledging the fact that some of the things he raps about are controversial and difficult to listen to.

Really don't mean nothing, although
Despite the controversy, Eminem feels that his music is ultimately meaningless in the grand scheme of things.

There's a lot off shit I said in jest, that's though to swallow
Eminem is acknowledging that some of the things he raps about are difficult to digest and may be hard for some people to accept.

But if at times, my heart it seems
Eminem is acknowledging that despite his bravado and tough exterior, there is a vulnerable side to him as well.

Like it's in the wrong place, it's probably 'cause it's on my sleeve
Eminem wears his heart on his sleeve, and is not afraid to display his emotions and vulnerabilities in his music.

Keanu Reeves, speed of light, avoid it, veer or just steer towards it
Eminem is referencing the idea of living life on the edge, and the thrill and danger that comes with it.

We're only looking forward, but where we're going
Eminem and his peers are living in the moment, without any clear plan or direction for the future.

We have no idea
This line is a reminder of the uncertainty and chaos that surrounds Eminem and his peers.

Nowhere to go, but hysterical
Eminem is acknowledging that there is no clear path or destination for him and his peers, and this realization is causing them to become increasingly unstable and unpredictable.

It's getting warm in here, I set the world on fire
Eminem is describing the chaos and destruction that surrounds him, and how it's starting to feel overwhelming.

I was born to be an arsonist, just one spark and it's lit
Eminem is emphasizing his destructive tendencies, and how one seemingly small thing can quickly spiral out of control.

But I'ma still get dark on this shit
Despite everything, Eminem is still able to find humor and enjoyment in his music, even if it's dark and twisted.

Told you I'd leave my mark on this bitch
Eminem is emphasizing his determination and his belief that he will make a lasting impact on the rap game.

War machine, but you forced me in a corner
Eminem is emphasizing his competitive nature, and how he feels like he's always fighting for his place in the rap game.

I'm sure to have something for your ear
Despite the challenges he faces, Eminem is confident in his abilities and his music.

And in the course of the assault this torture gets more severe
Eminem is emphasizing the intensity and violence of his music, and how it can be difficult and painful to listen to at times.

Go to war with me, you'll end up blue to Timbuktu
Eminem is warning his competitors that if they try to challenge him, they'll be defeated soundly.

I send at you a ten tonne nuke like Kim Jung Un
Eminem is referencing North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, and is using the image of a nuclear bomb to emphasize his own power and superiority.

And end up ruining your career
Eminem is confident that he can defeat anyone who challenges him, and that he has the power to ruin their career.

Moving on, this is said and done
Eminem is ready to move on from the past, and is determined to focus on the present and the future.

And at the end of my run, I'll just rewind clocks
Eminem is focusing on the idea of leaving a lasting legacy and having an impact that lasts beyond his lifetime.

Forever young, make time stop
Eminem is emphasizing his desire to stay relevant and powerful, even as time goes on.

Will I ever fall off? That day'll never come
Eminem is confident in his abilities and his legacy, and feels that he will never fade into obscurity or lose his relevance.

To the pine box, bitch fuck you!
Eminem is emphasizing his defiance and his determination to keep going, even in the face of death.

I'm better than I ever was
Eminem is emphasizing his growth and his evolution as an artist, and is confident that he's better now than he ever was before.

'Til the bomb drops, hope it never does
Eminem is acknowledging the dangers and uncertainties of the world, and is hoping that he can continue on without being destroyed by them.

But, I'm not gonna sweat it 'cause
Despite the dangers and uncertainties, Eminem is still able to find peace and hope in his music.

This world's screwed, it's already fucked
Eminem acknowledges the bleakness and hopelessness of the world, and sees his music as a way to rise above it.

And I'm on top, so everyone's just
Eminem is confident in his position and his abilities, and is confident that he's the best in the rap game.

You can't tell us nothing, hardheaded and we're stubborn
Eminem and his peers are confident in their abilities and are unwilling to be swayed by outside opinions or criticism.

So, working out the other when we're young
Eminem is emphasizing the importance of living life to the fullest when you're young, and making the most of every opportunity.

Who knows what the future for us could hold
Despite everything, Eminem is still hopeful and optimistic about the future, and is looking forward to whatever comes next.

Another shooter, uh oh
Eminem is acknowledging the dangers and uncertainties of the world, specifically referencing the threat of gun violence.

No more tomorrows, we're done
Eminem is emphasizing the idea that life is unpredictable and fleeting, and that we should live each day to the fullest because we never know what the future holds.

And all we are is
This line is unfinished, but it could imply that even though we may feel small and insignificant in the face of the world's problems, we still have the power to make a difference in our own small way.