Fast Lane
Eminem feat. Royce Da 5'9' Lyrics
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(Uh)
First verse, uh, I'm on till I'm on a island
My life's ridin' on the Autobahn on autopilot
Before I touch dirt, I'll kill you all with kindness
I kill ya, my natural persona's much worse
You've been warned if you've been born or if you conform
Leave him wit' his socks, hard bottoms and bloomers on
And hang him by his balls from the horn of a unicorn
Y'all niggas' intellect mad slow, y'all fags know
Claimin' you bangin', you flamin', bet you could light your own cigarette wit' ya asshole
Me and Shady deaded the past so that basically resurrected my cash flow
I might rap tight as the snatch of a fat dyke, though I ain't wrapped tight
My blood type's the '80s
My '90s was like the Navy
You was like the Bradys
You still fly kites daily
Eminem:
Catch me in my Mercedes, bumpin' "Ice, Ice Baby," screamin' Shady till I die
Like a half a pair of dice, life's crazy so I live it to the fullest till I'm Swayze
And you only live it once, so I'm thinkin' 'bout this nice, nice lady
Wait, no, stop me now b'fore I get on a roll (Danish)
Let me tell you what this pretty little dame's name is, 'cause she's kinda famous
And I hope that I don't sound too heinous when I say this
Nicki Minaj, but I wanna stick my penis in your anus
You morons think that I'm a genius
Really I belong inside a dang insane asylum, cleanin', try them trailer parks
Crazy, I am back, and I am razor-sharp, baby
And that's back wit' a capital B wit' an exclamation mark, maybe
You should listen when I flip the linguistics, 'cause I'm 'onna rip this mystical slick shit
You don't wanna become another victim or statistic of this shit
'Cause after I spit the bullets
I'ma treat these shell casings like a soccer ball I'ma kick the ballistics
So get this dick, I'ma live this
Sly "Pyper" Jordan:
Livin' life in the fast lane
Movin' at the speed of life and I can't slow down
Only got a gallon in the gas tank
But I'm almost at the finish line, so I can't stop now
I don't really know where I'm headed, just enjoyin' the ride
Just gon' roll till I drop and ride till I die
I'm livin' life in the fast lane (Pedal to the metal)
Livin' life in the fast lane (Pedal to the metal)
Royce Da 5'9":
My whole goal as a poet's to be relaxed in orbit
At war wit' a bottle, this Captain Morgan attacks my organs
My slow flow is euphoric, it's like I rap endorphins
I made a pact with the Devil that says "I'll let you take me
You let me take this shovel, dig up the corpe's of Jack Kevorkian"
Go back and forth in more beef that you can pack a fork in
I'm livin' the life of the infinite enemy down, my tenement, too many now, to send my serenity powers
Spin 'em around, enterin' in the vicinity
Eminem:
Now, was called Eminem, but he threw away the candy and ate the rapper
Chewed him up (Pt!) and spitted him out
Girl, giddy-up, now get get down
He's lookin' around this club and it looks like people are havin' a shit fit-fit now
Here, little t-t-trailer trash, take a look who's back in t-t-town
Did I st-st-stutter, motherfucker, fuck the mall, he's just
A whole motherfuckin' Walmart d-d-down every time he comes a-r-r-round
And he came to the club tonight wit' 5'9" to hold this bitch down
Like a motherfuckin' chick underwater, he tryna d-dr-drown, shawty when you dance you got me captivated
Just by the way that you keep lickin' them dicks like lips, I'm agitated, aggravated
To the point you don't suck my dick, then you're gonna get decapitated
Other words, you don't fuckin' give me head, then I'm have to take it
Royce Da 5'9":
And then after takin' that, I'ma catch a case, it's gon' be fascinatin'
It's gonna say "The whole rap game passed away" on top of the affidavit
Graduated from master debater slash massive masturbator to Michael Jackson' activator (Woo!)
Meanin' I'm on fire off the top, might wanna back up the data
Runnin' over hip-hop in a verbal tractor-trailer
Homey, this sick, you can normally ask a hater
Don't it make sense, these shell casings is just like a bag of paper
Drop in the lap of a tax evader (Homie, they spent)
Eminem:
Now make that ass drop, like a sack of potatoes, what girl I'm the crack-a-lator
Percolator this party, be my penis ejaculator later
Tell you boyfriend that you just struck paydirt
You rollin' wit' a player, you won't be exaggeratin' when you say you're livin'
Sly "Pyper" Jordan:
Livin' life in the fast lane
Movin' at the speed of life and I can't slow down
Only got a gallon in the gas tank
But I'm almost at the finish line, so I can't stop now
I don't really know where I'm headed, just enjoyin' the ride
Just gon' roll till I drop and ride till I die
I'm livin' life in the fast lane (Pedal to the metal)
Living life in the fast lane (Pedal to the metal)
The song Fast Lane by Eminem Feat. Royce Da 5’9 is a fast-paced, high-energy track that talks about living life to the fullest and enjoying the ride. The two rappers trade verses about their different yet equally intense lifestyles, with Royce talking about his natural persona being much worse than his current one and Eminem rapping about his craziness and being a genius. The chorus, sung by Sly “Pyper” Jordan, emphasizes the fast pace at which the rappers are living their lives and their determination to not slow down.
Royce’s verse also touches on societal conformity and taking revenge against authority figures. He talks about slapping up a cop and leaving him with his clothes on, but hanging him by his balls from the horn of a unicorn. Eminem’s verse includes a reference to rapper Vanilla Ice and controversial lyrics about Nicki Minaj. He also talks about coming back stronger after a period of hiatus from the rap scene.
Overall, the song Fast Lane celebrates the wild ride of life and the determination to enjoy it to the fullest, despite the challenges, risks, and controversies that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
First verse, uh, I'm on till I'm on a island
The first part of this song, I am fully committed and focused on my music career
My life's ridin' on the Autobahn on autopilot
My life is moving at a fast pace, like a car on a high-speed highway, and I'm just going with the flow
Before I touch dirt, I'll kill you all with kindness
I will rise above negativity and treat others well even in difficult situations
I kill ya, my natural persona's much worse
If pushed to the limit, my true nature and actions can be even more harsh and brutal
You've been warned if you've been born or if you conform
If you are alive and conforming to societal norms, you should be aware that I don't follow those rules
Slap up a cop and then snatch him out of his uniform
I am not afraid to challenge authority and may even physically retaliate against a police officer
Leave him wit' his socks, hard bottoms and bloomers on
After taking off his uniform, he will be left only with his socks and undergarments
And hang him by his balls from the horn of a unicorn
I will subject him to a humiliating and painful punishment, like hanging him by his testicles from a mythical creature
Y'all niggas' intellect mad slow, y'all fags know
Your intellectual capacity is significantly lacking, and you should be aware of it
Claimin' you bangin', you flamin', bet you could light your own cigarette wit' ya asshole
You boast about being tough and powerful, but in reality, you are so skilled that you could light a cigarette using your anus
Me and Shady deaded the past so that basically resurrected my cash flow
Eminem and I moved on from our troubled past, which significantly improved my financial situation
I might rap tight as the snatch of a fat dyke, though I ain't wrapped tight
My rhymes are precise and impactful, even though I may seem a bit unstable
My blood type's the '80s
I have the spirit and energy of the 1980s
My '90s was like the Navy
In the 1990s, I had a strong and influential presence, similar to the Navy
You was like the Bradys
Compared to me, you were like the innocent and wholesome Brady Bunch
You still fly kites daily
You are still engaged in childish behavior and activities
Catch me in my Mercedes, bumpin' 'Ice, Ice Baby,' screamin' Shady till I die
You can find me driving in my expensive car, blasting 'Ice, Ice Baby' by Vanilla Ice, and passionately supporting Eminem for the rest of my life
Like a half a pair of dice, life's crazy so I live it to the fullest till I'm Swayze
Life is unpredictable and chaotic, so I embrace every moment until I reach the end, like Patrick Swayze did
And you only live it once, so I'm thinkin' 'bout this nice, nice lady
Since life is short, I'm considering pursuing a relationship with an attractive woman
Wait, no, stop me now b'fore I get on a roll
Please intervene and stop me from becoming too carried away before I become unstoppable
Let me tell you what this pretty little dame's name is, 'cause she's kinda famous
I want to reveal the identity of this attractive woman because she has some level of fame
And I hope that I don't sound too heinous when I say this
I'm afraid that my words might sound offensive or inappropriate when I express my desire for her
Nicki Minaj, but I wanna stick my penis in your anus
The famous person I'm referring to is Nicki Minaj, and I have a sexual desire to engage in anal intercourse with her
You morons think that I'm a genius
Despite my controversial and explicit lyrics, some people mistakenly perceive me as a genius
Really I belong inside a dang insane asylum, cleanin', try them trailer parks
I jokingly suggest that I should be confined to a mental institution, working as a cleaner in trailer parks as a form of punishment
Crazy, I am back, and I am razor-sharp, baby
After a period of absence, I have returned with my skills and lyricism sharpened, ready to impress
And that's back wit' a capital B wit' an exclamation mark, maybe
To emphasize my return and significance, 'back' should be written with a capital 'B' and followed by an exclamation mark, perhaps
You should listen when I flip the linguistics, 'cause I'm 'onna rip this mystical slick shit
Pay attention when I showcase my linguistic skills because I'm about to deliver a powerful and impressive performance
You don't wanna become another victim or statistic of this shit
You should avoid being a casualty or casualty of the controversial content in my music
Cause after I spit the bullets
Because once I unleash my harsh and provocative lyrics
I'ma treat these shell casings like a soccer ball I'ma kick the ballistics
I will use the empty bullet casings as if they were a soccer ball and kick them with great force, demonstrating my power and control
So get this dick, I'ma live this
So accept my dominance and presence, I will continue to live my life without any inhibition
Livin' life in the fast lane
I am living a fast-paced and exhilarating lifestyle
Movin' at the speed of life and I can't slow down
My life is constantly moving at a rapid pace, and I cannot afford to slow down
Only got a gallon in the gas tank
I have limited resources and energy left
But I'm almost at the finish line, so I can't stop now
Despite the limited resources, I am determined to reach my goals and cannot afford to give up
I don't really know where I'm headed, just enjoyin' the ride
I may not have a clear destination or plan, but I am simply enjoying the journey
Just gon' roll till I drop and ride till I die
I will keep going and pushing myself until I physically collapse or until the end of my life
My whole goal as a poet's to be relaxed in orbit
My main objective as a poet is to find peace and tranquility in my creative space
At war wit' a bottle, this Captain Morgan attacks my organs
I am in constant battle with alcohol addiction, and the consumption of Captain Morgan rum harms my body
My slow flow is euphoric, it's like I rap endorphins
My relaxed and smooth style of rapping brings a sense of pleasure and joy to the listeners, similar to the release of endorphins
I made a pact with the Devil that says 'I'll let you take me
I metaphorically made a pact or agreement with evil forces, willing to sacrifice myself
You let me take this shovel, dig up the corpe's of Jack Kevorkian'
In return, I am allowed to unearth and expose the dark secrets or hidden truths related to Jack Kevorkian, a physician renowned for assisted suicide
Go back and forth in more beef that you can pack a fork in
I engage in endless conflicts and disputes that are as numerous as the amount of beef you can serve with a fork
I'm livin' the life of the infinite enemy down, my tenement, too many now, to send my serenity powers
I exist in a life filled with countless opponents and threats, making it difficult to find peace and tranquility
Spin 'em around, enterin' in the vicinity
I manipulate or control these enemies by spinning them around and bringing them into my own domain or territory
Now, was called Eminem, but he threw away the candy and ate the rapper
In the past, I was known as Eminem, but I left behind my innocent image and embraced my aggressive and confrontational rapper persona
Chewed him up (Pt!) and spitted him out
I devoured and destroyed my competition, then discarded them without a second thought
Girl, giddy-up, now get get down
Girl, hurry up and take action, get down or participate in some kind of activity
He's lookin' around this club and it looks like people are havin' a shit fit-fit now
As I observe the people in this club, it seems like they are getting extremely excited and energetic
Here, little t-t-trailer trash, take a look who's back in t-t-town
I sarcastically address someone by referring to them as trailer trash, emphasizing the fact that I have returned to the music scene
Did I st-st-stutter, motherfucker, fuck the mall, he's just
Did I stutter or hesitate in my speech? No, I didn't. And I don't care about the opinions of critics, I will continue with my success
A whole motherfuckin' Walmart d-d-down every time he comes a-r-r-round
I have a strong and widespread influence, impacting people like an entire Walmart store when I am around
And he came to the club tonight wit' 5'9" to hold this bitch down
I arrived at the club tonight with 5'9" (Royce Da 5'9") to support and maintain control of the situation
Like a motherfuckin' chick underwater, he tryna d-dr-drown
Similar to a bird struggling underwater, he is attempting to suppress or suffocate his opposition
Shawty when you dance you got me captivated
When you dance, it captivates and mesmerizes me
Just by the way that you keep lickin' them dicks like lips, I'm agitated, aggravated
Your provocative and sexually explicit dancing irritates and annoys me
To the point you don't suck my dick, then you're gonna get decapitated
If you refuse to perform oral sex on me, I will threaten to sever your head
Other words, you don't fuckin' give me head, then I'm have to take it
In other words, if you don't willingly provide oral sex, I will forcefully take it
And then after takin' that, I'ma catch a case, it's gon' be fascinatin'
After engaging in such behavior, I will most likely face legal consequences, which will be intriguing or interesting
It's gonna say 'The whole rap game passed away' on top of the affidavit
The official document or statement will declare the death or decline of the entire rap industry
Graduated from master debater slash massive masturbator to Michael Jackson' activator (Woo!)
I have moved on from being skilled in debating and self-pleasure to becoming a catalyst or instigator like Michael Jackson
Meanin' I'm on fire off the top, might wanna back up the data
This means that my freestyle skills are exceptional and impressive, to the point where you might want to make sure your computer data is backed up before witnessing it
Runnin' over hip-hop in a verbal tractor-trailer
I dominate and overpower the hip-hop industry with my powerful and impactful lyrics
Homey, this sick, you can normally ask a hater
This situation is so incredible and impressive that even someone who hates me would have to acknowledge it
Don't it make sense, these shell casings is just like a bag of paper
Doesn't it make sense that these empty bullet casings are just as meaningless or worthless as a bag of paper?
Drop in the lap of a tax evader (Homie, they spent)
Metaphorically, I will place these casings in the possession or responsibility of someone who avoids paying taxes, emphasizing their lack of value or significance
Now make that ass drop, like a sack of potatoes, what girl I'm the crack-a-lator
I command or instruct you to make your buttocks drop, similar to a sack of potatoes, because I am the one who brings intense energy and excitement to the party
Percolator this party, be my penis ejaculator later
I will bring energy and excitement to this party, and later on, you will pleasure me sexually
Tell you boyfriend that you just struck paydirt
Inform your boyfriend that you have hit the jackpot or achieved something highly desirable
You rollin' wit' a player, you won't be exaggeratin' when you say you're livin'
You are accompanying a skilled and successful man, and it won't be an overstatement to claim that you are living a high-quality life
Livin' life in the fast lane
I am living a fast-paced and exhilarating lifestyle
Movin' at the speed of life and I can't slow down
My life is constantly moving at a rapid pace, and I cannot afford to slow down
Only got a gallon in the gas tank
I have limited resources and energy left
But I'm almost at the finish line, so I can't stop now
Despite the limited resources, I am determined to reach my goals and cannot afford to give up
I don't really know where I'm headed, just enjoyin' the ride
I may not have a clear destination or plan, but I am simply enjoying the journey
Just gon' roll till I drop and ride till I die
I will keep going and pushing myself until I physically collapse or until the end of my life
My whole goal as a poet's to be relaxed in orbit
My main objective as a poet is to find peace and tranquility in my creative space
At war wit' a bottle, this Captain Morgan attacks my organs
I am in constant battle with alcohol addiction, and the consumption of Captain Morgan rum harms my body
My slow flow is euphoric, it's like I rap endorphins
My relaxed and smooth style of rapping brings a sense of pleasure and joy to the listeners, similar to the release of endorphins
I made a pact with the Devil that says 'I'll let you take me
I metaphorically made a pact or agreement with evil forces, willing to sacrifice myself
You let me take this shovel, dig up the corpe's of Jack Kevorkian'
In return, I am allowed to unearth and expose the dark secrets or hidden truths related to Jack Kevorkian, a physician renowned for assisted suicide
Go back and forth in more beef that you can pack a fork in
I engage in endless conflicts and disputes that are as numerous as the amount of beef you can serve with a fork
I'm livin' the life of the infinite enemy down, my tenement, too many now, to send my serenity powers
I exist in a life filled with countless opponents and threats, making it difficult to find peace and tranquility
Spin 'em around, enterin' in the vicinity
I manipulate or control these enemies by spinning them around and bringing them into my own domain or territory
Now, was called Eminem, but he threw away the candy and ate the rapper
In the past, I was known as Eminem, but I left behind my innocent image and embraced my aggressive and confrontational rapper persona
Chewed him up (Pt!) and spitted him out
I devoured and destroyed my competition, then discarded them without a second thought
Girl, giddy-up, now get get down
Girl, hurry up and take action, get down or participate in some kind of activity
He's lookin' around this club and it looks like people are havin' a shit fit-fit now
As I observe the people in this club, it seems like they are getting extremely excited and energetic
Here, little t-t-trailer trash, take a look who's back in t-t-town
I sarcastically address someone by referring to them as trailer trash, emphasizing the fact that I have returned to the music scene
Did I st-st-stutter, motherfucker, fuck the mall, he's just
Did I stutter or hesitate in my speech? No, I didn't. And I don't care about the opinions of critics, I will continue with my success
A whole motherfuckin' Walmart d-d-down every time he comes a-r-r-round
I have a strong and widespread influence, impacting people like an entire Walmart store when I am around
And he came to the club tonight wit' 5'9" to hold this bitch down
I arrived at the club tonight with 5'9" (Royce Da 5'9") to support and maintain control of the situation
Like a motherfuckin' chick underwater, he tryna d-dr-drown
Similar to a bird struggling underwater, he is attempting to suppress or suffocate his opposition
Shawty when you dance you got me captivated
When you dance, it captivates and mesmerizes me
Just by the way that you keep lickin' them dicks like lips, I'm agitated, aggravated
Your provocative and sexually explicit dancing irritates and annoys me
To the point you don't suck my dick, then you're gonna get decapitated
If you refuse to perform oral sex on me, I will threaten to sever your head
Other words, you don't fuckin' give me head, then I'm have to take it
In other words, if you don't willingly provide oral sex, I will forcefully take it
And then after takin' that, I'ma catch a case, it's gon' be fascinatin'
After engaging in such behavior, I will most likely face legal consequences, which will be intriguing or interesting
It's gonna say 'The whole rap game passed away' on top of the affidavit
The official document or statement will declare the death or decline of the entire rap industry
Graduated from master debater slash massive masturbator to Michael Jackson' activator (Woo!)
I have moved on from being skilled in debating and self-pleasure to becoming a catalyst or instigator like Michael Jackson
Meanin' I'm on fire off the top, might wanna back up the data
This means that my freestyle skills are exceptional and impressive, to the point where you might want to make sure your computer data is backed up before witnessing it
Runnin' over hip-hop in a verbal tractor-trailer
I dominate and overpower the hip-hop industry with my powerful and impactful lyrics
Homey, this sick, you can normally ask a hater
This situation is so incredible and impressive that even someone who hates me would have to acknowledge it
Don't it make sense, these shell casings is just like a bag of paper
Doesn't it make sense that these empty bullet casings are just as meaningless or worthless as a bag of paper?
Drop in the lap of a tax evader (Homie, they spent)
Metaphorically, I will place these casings in the possession or responsibility of someone who avoids paying taxes, emphasizing their lack of value or significance
Now make that ass drop, like a sack of potatoes, what girl I'm the crack-a-lator
I command or instruct you to make your buttocks drop, similar to a sack of potatoes, because I am the one who brings intense energy and excitement to the party
Percolator this party, be my penis ejaculator later
I will bring energy and excitement to this party, and later on, you will pleasure me sexually
Tell you boyfriend that you just struck paydirt
Inform your boyfriend that you have hit the jackpot or achieved something highly desirable
You rollin' wit' a player, you won't be exaggeratin' when you say you're livin'
You are accompanying a skilled and successful man, and it won't be an overstatement to claim that you are living a high-quality life
Livin' life in the fast lane
I am living a fast-paced and exhilarating lifestyle
Movin' at the speed of life and I can't slow down
My life is constantly moving at a rapid pace, and I cannot afford to slow down
Only got a gallon in the gas tank
I have limited resources and energy left
But I'm almost at the finish line, so I can't stop now
Despite the limited resources, I am determined to reach my goals and cannot afford to give up
I don't really know where I'm headed, just enjoyin' the ride
I may not have a clear destination or plan, but I am simply enjoying the journey
Just gon' roll till I drop and ride till I die
I will keep going and pushing myself until I physically collapse or until the end of my life
Contributed by Samuel S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Shubham-np6od
Generally Eminem overshadows whoever he collabs with , but here Royce went toe to toe with Eminem
@TheResilient5689
I think that even in this day and age, there are generally few rappers who can really go toe-to-toe with Eminem.
@davidschoutenjr.4631
Yeah I highly agree. Royce is hella underrated in my opinion
@flownique7264
I feel like Royce overshadowed Em on this. Not murdered but Royce had overall better lyrics
@MechAdv
I think Royce washed him here. I’m not the biggest fan of the Em we got between MMLP2 and Kamikaze. Flashes of greatness on his albums and collabs in that stretch, but I think he took the joke “growing the beard” to heart with his new shit. Consistently fire for the past 3 years.
Edit- Jokes on me, MMLP2 came out after this 🤦♂️
@Tboss8910
@@MechAdv it's all good bro. At least you admitted you were wrong
@sanjit7110
If you are still listening to this you deserve Respect ✊
@slash1635
Forever
@vikkijones1905
Infinity
@calvinpowell6662
Yep