Not Afraid
Eminem [www.fareck.com] Lyrics
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To take a stand, It's been a ride
Everybody, I guess I had to
Go to that place
To get to this one
Now some of you
Might still be in that place
If you're tryin' to get out
I'll get you there
You can try and read my lyrics off of this paper before I lay 'em
But you won't take the sting out these words before I say 'em
'Cause ain't no way I'm a let you stop me from causin' mayhem
When I say I'm a do somethin' I do it
I don't give a damn what you think
I'm doin' this for me, so fuck the world, feed it beans
It's gassed up, if it thinks it's stoppin' me
I'm a be what I set out to be, without a doubt undoubtedly
And all those who look down on me I'm tearin' down your balcony
No if ands or buts, don't try to ask him why or how can he
From "Infinite" down to the last "Relapse" album he's still shittin'
Whether he's on salary paid hourly until he bows out or he shits his bowels out of him
Whichever comes first, for better or worse
He's married to the game, like a fuck you for Christmas
His gift is a curse, forget the Earth, he's got the urge to pull his dick from the dirt
And fuck the whole universe
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand come (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that, you're not alone
Holla if you feel like you've been down the same road
Okay quit playin' with the scissors and shit, and cut the crap
I shouldn't have to rhyme these words in the rhythm for you to know it's a rap
You said you was king
You lied through your teeth, for that fuck your feelings
Instead of gettin' crowned you're gettin' capped, and to the fans
I'll never let you down again, I'm back
I promise to never go back on that promise
In fact, let's be honest, that last "Relapse" CD was eh
Perhaps I ran them accents into the ground
Relax, I ain't goin' back to that now
All I'm tryin' to say is get back, click-clack, blow 'cause I ain't playin' around
It's a game called circle and I don't know how
I'm way too up to back down
But I think I'm still tryin' to figure this crap out
Thought I had it mapped out but I guess I didn't, this fuckin' black cloud
Still follows, me around but it's time to exercise these demons
These muh'fuckers are doin' jumpin' jacks now
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand come (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that, you're not alone
Holla if you feel like you've been down the same road
And I just can't keep living this way
So starting today
I'm breaking out of this cage
I'm standing up, I'm a face my demons
I'm manning up, I'm a hold my ground
I've had enough, now I'm so fed up
Time to put my life back together right now (now)
It was my decision to get clean, I did it for me
Admittedly, I probably did it subliminally
For you, so I could come back a brand new me you helped see me through
And don't realize what you did, believe me you
I been through the ringer, but they could do little to the middle finger
I think I got a tear in my eye, I feel like the king of
My world, haters can make like bees with no stingers and drop dead
No more bee flingers, no more drama from now on
I promise to focus solely on handlin' my responsibilities as a father
So I solemnly swear to always treat this roof, like my daughters and raise it
You couldn't lift a single shingle on it! 'Cause the way I feel
I'm strong enough to go to the club or the corner pub
And lift the whole liquor counter up 'cause I'm raising the bar
I'd shoot for the moon but I'm too busy gazin' at stars, I feel amazing and I'm not
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (Everybody)
Come take my hand come (Come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that, you're not alone
Holla if you feel like you've been down the same road
In "Not Afraid," Eminem raps about not being afraid to take a stand and overcome his demons. He admits that he had to go to a dark place to get to where he is now, and encourages others who may still be in that place to follow him and he'll get them out. He also talks about his determination to succeed, no matter what others may think of him. He refuses to let anyone stop him from causing mayhem and achieving his goals.
Throughout the song, Eminem references his past struggles with addiction, particularly on his album "Relapse." He acknowledges that some of his previous work may not have been up to par, but he is now back and better than ever. He credits his fans for helping him through his struggles and vows to always focus on his responsibilities as a father.
Overall, "Not Afraid" is a powerful anthem about overcoming adversity and taking control of your own life. Eminem's intense rhyme scheme and raw lyrics make this song an instant classic in his discography.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid (yeah)
I have no fear, I have no fear. I am confident and determined.
To take a stand, It's been a ride
To take a stand, It has been a journey filled with ups and downs.
Everybody, I guess I had to
Everybody, I suppose I had to go through certain experiences.
Go to that place
Go through challenging circumstances.
To get to this one
To reach a better place or state in life.
Now some of you
Now some of you listening to this song
Might still be in that place
Might still be going through difficult times.
If you're tryin' to get out
If you're attempting to overcome your struggles
Just follow me
Just follow my lead and guidance.
I'll get you there
I will help you reach a better place in life.
You can try and read my lyrics off of this paper before I lay 'em
You can attempt to analyze my words before I express them.
But you won't take the sting out these words before I say 'em
However, you cannot diminish the impact of my words.
'Cause ain't no way I'm a let you stop me from causin' mayhem
Because there is no possible way I will allow you to prevent me from creating chaos.
When I say I'm a do somethin' I do it
I always follow through on my promises and intentions.
I don't give a damn what you think
I do not care about your opinions or judgments.
I'm doin' this for me, so fuck the world, feed it beans
I am pursuing my goals and ambitions for myself, disregarding the world's opinions.
It's gassed up, if it thinks it's stoppin' me
If the world believes it can hinder my progress, it is mistaken.
I'm a be what I set out to be, without a doubt undoubtedly
I will become the person I aspired to be, with absolute certainty.
And all those who look down on me I'm tearin' down your balcony
I am dismantling your platform of judgment and criticism.
No if ands or buts, don't try to ask him why or how can he
There are no hesitations or excuses, do not question my determination.
From "Infinite" down to the last "Relapse" album he's still shittin'
From my earliest to my most recent albums, I am still producing great music.
Whether he's on salary paid hourly until he bows out or he shits his bowels out of him
Whether I am paid by the hour or until I retire, I will continue to give my best.
Whichever comes first, for better or worse
Whatever happens first, whether it's positive or negative.
He's married to the game, like a fuck you for Christmas
I am deeply committed to my career, no matter the challenges or setbacks.
His gift is a curse, forget the Earth, he's got the urge to pull his dick from the dirt
His talent is both a blessing and a burden. He has the desire to rise above his difficult past.
And fuck the whole universe
And disregard any obstacles or limitations imposed by the universe.
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
We will support and guide each other through difficult times.
Whatever weather, cold or warm
No matter the conditions, whether challenging or easy.
Just letting you know that, you're not alone
I want you to understand that you have support and are not alone in your struggles.
Holla if you feel like you've been down the same road
Call out if you can relate to going through similar experiences.
Okay quit playin' with the scissors and shit, and cut the crap
Stop fooling around and being deceptive, and let's get to the truth.
I shouldn't have to rhyme these words in the rhythm for you to know it's a rap
I shouldn't have to use rhymes and flows to make it clear that this is the end.
You said you was king
You claimed to be superior or in a position of power.
You lied through your teeth, for that fuck your feelings
You were blatantly dishonest, so I have no regard for your emotions.
Instead of gettin' crowned you're gettin' capped, and to the fans
Instead of receiving praise and recognition, you're facing a downfall. And to my fans,
I'll never let you down again, I'm back
I will not disappoint you anymore, I have returned.
I promise to never go back on that promise
I assure you that I will always keep this commitment.
In fact, let's be honest, that last "Relapse" CD was eh
Actually, let's be truthful, my previous album "Relapse" was just okay.
Perhaps I ran them accents into the ground
Maybe I overly used certain accents and styles in my music.
Relax, I ain't goin' back to that now
Relax, I am not going back to that style of music anymore.
All I'm tryin' to say is get back, click-clack, blow 'cause I ain't playin' around
All I am trying to convey is to step back, prepare yourself, because I am serious and not joking.
It's a game called circle and I don't know how
It's like a game of circling, constantly moving, and I don't know the rules.
I'm way too up to back down
I am in a superior position, too determined to retreat.
But I think I'm still tryin' to figure this crap out
However, I believe I am still trying to understand and overcome these difficulties.
Thought I had it mapped out but I guess I didn't, this fuckin' black cloud
I thought I had a clear plan, but I realize now that I was mistaken, dealing with this constant darkness and negativity.
Still follows me around but it's time to exercise these demons
It still haunts me, but now it is time to confront and overcome these inner demons.
These muh'fuckers are doin' jumpin' jacks now
These individuals who doubted me are now shocked and perplexed.
And I just can't keep living this way
I cannot continue to live in this manner.
So starting today
Therefore, from this moment onward
I'm breaking out of this cage
I am freeing myself from this confining state.
I'm standing up, I'm a face my demons
I am taking a stand and confronting my inner struggles and challenges.
I'm manning up, I'm a hold my ground
I am becoming more courageous and determined, and I will not yield.
I've had enough, now I'm so fed up
I have reached my limit, I am extremely frustrated.
Time to put my life back together right now (now)
It is time to rebuild my life immediately.
It was my decision to get clean, I did it for me
I chose to get clean, I did it for my own well-being and growth.
Admittedly, I probably did it subliminally
Perhaps on a subconscious level, I made the decision to get clean.
For you, so I could come back a brand new me you helped see me through
For you, so I could return as a completely transformed person with your support and guidance.
And don't realize what you did, believe me you
And you might not fully comprehend the impact of your influence, trust me.
I been through the ringer, but they could do little to the middle finger
I have been through challenging experiences, but they cannot harm my resilience and defiance.
I think I got a tear in my eye, I feel like the king of
I might have a tear in my eye, I feel an overwhelming sense of triumph and accomplishment.
My world, haters can make like bees with no stingers and drop dead
In my world, those who hate me are powerless and insignificant, like bees without their stingers.
No more bee flingers, no more drama from now on
No more haters trying to attack or provoke me, no more unnecessary conflicts from this point forward.
I promise to focus solely on handlin' my responsibilities as a father
I pledge to concentrate entirely on fulfilling my duties as a father.
So I solemnly swear to always treat this roof, like my daughters and raise it
I therefore solemnly promise to always take care of this environment, treating it as I would my own daughters and nurturing its growth.
You couldn't lift a single shingle on it! 'Cause the way I feel
You cannot affect or damage this place even in the slightest! Because of how confident and determined I am.
I'm strong enough to go to the club or the corner pub
I possess enough strength to go to social places, whether a nightclub or a local bar.
And lift the whole liquor counter up 'cause I'm raising the bar
And metaphorically raise the standard and level of excellence, surpassing expectations.
I'd shoot for the moon but I'm too busy gazin' at stars, I feel amazing and I'm not
I could aim for the highest achievements, but I am currently captivated by the possibilities and aspirations that lie ahead. I feel incredible and unmoved by negativity.
Holla if you feel like you've been down the same road
If you can relate to going through similar experiences, speak up and be heard.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MATTHEW SAMUELS, MARSHALL MATHERS, JORDAN EVANS, LOUIS RESTO, M. BURNETT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Supreme_Star
"Not Afraid"
[Chorus:]
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that you're not alone
Holler if you feel like you've been down the same road (same road)
[Intro (during Chorus):]
Yeah, it's been a ride
I guess I had to, go to that place, to get to this one
Now some of you, might still be in that place
If you're trying to get out, just follow me
I'll get you there
You can try and read my lyrics off of this paper before I lay 'em
But you won't take the sting out these words before I say 'em
Cause ain't no way I'ma let you stop me from causing mayhem
When I say I'ma do something I do it,
I don't give a damn what you think,
I'm doing this for me, so fuck the world
Feed it beans, it's gassed up, if it thinks it's stopping me
I'ma be what I set out to be, without a doubt undoubtedly
And all those who look down on me I'm tearing down your balcony
No ifs, ands or buts, don't try to ask him why or how can he
From "Infinite" down to the last "Relapse" album
He's still shitting, whether he's on salary paid hourly
Until he bows out or he shits his bowels out of him
Whichever comes first, for better or worse
He's married to the game, like a fuck you for Christmas
His gift is a curse, forget the Earth, he's got the urge
To pull his dick from the dirt, and fuck the whole universe
[Chorus]
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that you're not alone
Holler if you feel like you've been down the same road
Okay quit playing with the scissors and shit, and cut the crap
I shouldn't have to rhyme these words in the rhythm for you to know it's a rap
You said you was king, you lied through your teeth, for that
Fuck your fillings, instead of getting crowned you're getting capped
And to the fans, I'll never let you down again, I'm back
I promise to never go back on that promise, in fact
Let's be honest, that last "Relapse" CD was ehhh
Perhaps I ran them accents into the ground
Relax, I ain't going back to that now
All I'm trying to say is get back, click-clack, blow
Cause I ain't playing around
It's a game called circle and I don't know how, I'm way too up to back down
But I think I'm still trying to figure this crap out
Thought I had it mapped out but I guess I didn't, this fucking black cloud
Still follows me around but it's time to exorcise these demons
These motherfuckers are doing jumping jacks now!
[Chorus]
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that you're not alone
Holler if you feel like you've been down the same road
And I just can't keep living this way
So starting today, I'm breaking out of this cage
I'm standing up, I'ma face my demons
I'm manning up, I'ma hold my ground
I've had enough, now I'm so fed up
Time to put my life back together right now! (now)
It was my decision to get clean, I did it for me
Admittedly, I probably did it subliminally
For you, so I could come back a brand new me you helped see me through
And don't even realize what you did, 'cause believe me you
I been through the ringer, but they could do little to the middle finger
I think I got a tear in my eye, I feel like the king of
My world, haters can make like bees with no stingers
And drop dead, no more beef lingers
No more drama from now on, I promise
To focus solely on handling my responsibilities as a father
So I solemnly swear to always treat this roof, like my daughters
And raise it, you couldn't lift a single shingle on it!
Cause the way I feel, I'm strong enough to go to the club
Or the corner pub, and lift the whole liquor counter up
Cause I'm raising the bar
I'd shoot for the moon but I'm too busy gazing at stars
I feel amazing and I'm...
[Chorus]
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that you're not alone
Holler if you feel like you've been down the same road
@tarapatil908
All the comments are
"Still watching in October 2015"
or
"Like if you're watching in 2015"
STOP FISHING FOR LIKES.
Of course people are gonna watch, no matter when. This song is legendary, so are all of his songs.
People should stop spamming the comments with that shit, to be honest no one cares.
Let's just appreciate the fucking music and him.
@mariamgogiava2960
[Chorus:]
I'm not afraid (I'm not afraid)
To take a stand (to take a stand)
Everybody (everybody)
Come take my hand (come take my hand)
We'll walk this road together, through the storm
Whatever weather, cold or warm
Just letting you know that you're not alone
Holler if you feel like you've been down the same road (same road)
[Intro (during Chorus):]
Yeah, it's been a ride
I guess I had to, go to that place, to get to this one
Now some of you, might still be in that place
If you're trying to get out, just follow me
I'll get you there
You can try and read my lyrics off of this paper before I lay 'em
But you won't take the sting out these words before I say 'em
Cause ain't no way I'ma let you stop me from causing mayhem
When I say I'ma do something I do it,
I don't give a damn what you think,
I'm doing this for me, so f**k the world
Feed it beans, it's gassed up, if it thinks it's stopping me
I'ma be what I set out to be, without a doubt undoubtedly
And all those who look down on me I'm tearing down your balcony
No ifs, ands or buts, don't try to ask him why or how can he
From "Infinite" down to the last "Relapse" album
He's still shi**ing, whether he's on salary paid hourly
Until he bows out or he sh*ts his bowels out of him
Whichever comes first, for better or worse
He's married to the game, like a f*ck you for Christmas
His gift is a curse, forget the Earth, he's got the urge
To pull his d**k from the dirt, and f*ck the whole universe
[Chorus]
Okay quit playing with the scissors and sh*t, and cut the crap
I shouldn't have to rhyme these words in the rhythm for you to know it's a rap
You said you was king, you lied through your teeth, for that
F*ck your fillings, instead of getting crowned you're getting capped
And to the fans, I'll never let you down again, I'm back
I promise to never go back on that promise, in fact
Let's be honest, that last "Relapse" CD was ehhh
Perhaps I ran them accents into the ground
Relax, I ain't going back to that now
All I'm trying to say is get back, click-clack, blow
Cause I ain't playing around
It's a game called circle and I don't know how, I'm way too up to back down
But I think I'm still trying to figure this crap out
Thought I had it mapped out but I guess I didn't, this fu**ing black cloud
Still follows me around but it's time to exorcise these demons
These motherfu**ers are doing jumping jacks now!
[Chorus]
And I just can't keep living this way
So starting today, I'm breaking out of this cage
I'm standing up, I'ma face my demons
I'm manning up, I'ma hold my ground
I've had enough, now I'm so fed up
Time to put my life back together right now! (now)
It was my decision to get clean, I did it for me
Admittedly, I probably did it subliminally
For you, so I could come back a brand new me you helped see me through
And don't even realize what you did, 'cause believe me you
I been through the ringer, but they could do little to the middle finger
I think I got a tear in my eye, I feel like the king of
My world, haters can make like bees with no stingers
And drop dead, no more beef lingers
No more drama from now on, I promise
To focus solely on handling my responsibilities as a father
So I solemnly swear to always treat this roof, like my daughters
And raise it, you couldn't lift a single shingle on it!
Cause the way I feel, I'm strong enough to go to the club
Or the corner pub, and lift the whole liquor counter up
Cause I'm raising the bar
I'd shoot for the moon but I'm too busy gazing at stars
I feel amazing and I'm...
I add this * stars 😂😂
@phaei8954
Feels like this song was released yesterday.
@jeremey-almelo
Becouse its the best rapper
@nickmacleod9750
He still got it
@nickmacleod9750
kratos 2110 Ik
@anna00p75
Mohammed Islam lol
@ManaMaori
What I was kinda thinking when did he release this song a year or so ago nope 10yrs ago far out Respect Eminem
@maddox7493
Tupac - Lyric king
Eazy - gangsta king
Biggie - Flow king
Eminem - Rhyme king
Dr.Dre - Beat king
Rick Ross - Burger king
Snoop - Weed king
Me - Copy/Paste king
@cjbrickcollumsonofrajonron511
TheGoldenGorilla Burger King im fucking dyin😂😂😂😂
@sumaiyaapandor4960
lollll
@queceemikses1306
Ony3 King