Murder
Jay Z Justin Timberlake Lyrics
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My enemies like with that innocent face
Cause everything below your neck killin' everything next to it
It's murder, murder
You say I need to watch out something might go down
Good I really wanna take this under the ground, under the ground
And I'll be down and throw it at that level
And even when you speak regular it's freaky girl, I say OK
You killin' me softly but we can go as hard as you want to
The bed's way under the ground, under the ground
And I'll be down and throw it at that level
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Under the lights and sound
Everybody get down, down
You know that she's a killer
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Murder
You dancing around, hanging out the window
Talking real big with your little slim waist
And with all that below your waist
Girl, you know the next scene is murder, murder
Maybe you need to watch out something might go down
Girl, your body is gonna end up
Under the ground, under the ground
I'll be down and throw it at that level
And even when you dress regular a freak chic
Girl, you complement my taste
So girl don't be stingy the more that you give me the better, better
You know you killin' me softly but we can go as hard as you want to
Until the bed's way under the ground, under the ground
And I'll be down to go to that level
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Ooh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Under the lights and sound
Everybody get down, down
You know that she's a killer
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Murder
Yoko Ono, she got that Yoko Ono
You know that shit that made John Lennon go solo
Know that shit gotta be lethal
If that pussy broke up The Beatles
Told yah, ruined pop culture
All them playa days is over
Got me buying Rovers, rings
Jumping over brooms and church rooms, kabooms
That bomb, that P
It's a problem call the police
Red bottoms, white sheets that's murder, she a beast
Faces of death, she fine or what
Suicide I'm trying to cut, white chalk line 'em up
Give new meaning to dying to fuck, she's
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Under the lights and sound
Everybody get down, down
You know that she's a killer
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Murder
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Oh that girl is murder
Everybody get down
Under the lights and sound
Everybody get down, down
You know that she's a killer
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Murder
The lyrics to Jay Z and Justin Timberlake's song "Murder" introduce the listeners to the concept of danger and violence that comes with being intimate with someone. The first verse starts off with a sense of paranoia as the singer walks around in the middle of the night, expecting his enemies to come after him. The lyrics then talk about the female protagonist and how her body is dangerous, a killer. The use of the word “murder” is repeated throughout the song, perhaps indicating the passion as being deadly, irresistible or forbidden. As the song progresses, it moves towards a sexual or sensual tone, perhaps especially with the lyric, “You know you're killing me softly but we can go as hard as you want to," which may have a dual meaning, both physically and emotionally.
The song can be interpreted in various ways, as it touches upon different themes like intimacy, danger, passion, and violence. The lyrics suggest that the singer is experiencing some kind of danger and attraction towards the female protagonist, and his attraction towards her is putting him in grave danger. The song may also be viewed as a warning to audiences, showcasing the various ways passion and desire can be dangerous.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking around middle of the night
Jay Z is out late at night
My enemies like with that innocent face
The people he dislikes pretend to be innocent
Cause everything below your neck killin' everything next to it
The way someone looks can be deadly
It's murder, murder
The situation is dangerous
You say I need to watch out something might go down
Someone warns Jay Z that there might be trouble
Good I really wanna take this under the ground, under the ground
Jay Z wants to handle this discreetly
And I'll be down and throw it at that level
He will handle it at a very low level
And even when you speak regular it's freaky girl, I say OK
The way someone talks can be seductive
So come on and leave me cause the deeper you take me the better
Jay Z is enticed by this person and wants to go deeper
You killin' me softly but we can go as hard as you want to
Jay Z is enjoying the interaction, but is willing to go to the next level
The bed's way under the ground, under the ground
The intimacy will be very private
And I'll be down and throw it at that level
He really wants to keep it discreet
Oh that girl is murder
This person is dangerous
Everybody get down
Everyone needs to be on guard
You dancing around, hanging out the window
This person is acting carefree and risky
Talking real big with your little slim waist
They are acting confidently despite their small size
And with all that below your waist
The person's body is causing problems
Girl, you know the next scene is murder, murder
The situation is extremely dangerous
Maybe you need to watch out something might go down
Someone warns this person to be careful
Girl, your body is gonna end up
This person's body is going to get them into serious trouble
Under the ground, under the ground
The consequences will be severe
I'll be down and throw it at that level
The situation will be handled discreetly
And even when you dress regular a freak chic
This person is naturally seductive
Girl, you complement my taste
Jay Z is enjoying their interaction
So girl don't be stingy the more that you give me the better, better
Jay Z is interested in the situation and wants more
Know that shit gotta be lethal
This person's energy is very strong
If that pussy broke up The Beatles
The person is a powerful force that can cause major disruptions
Got me buying Rovers, rings
This person is causing Jay Z to spend a lot of money
Jumping over brooms and church rooms, kabooms
Their interactions are very passionate and exciting
That bomb, that P
The person's energy is explosive
It's a problem call the police
The situation is out of control
Red bottoms, white sheets that's murder, she a beast
This person is dangerous yet alluring
Faces of death, she fine or what
The situation is very intense, despite the person looking attractive
Suicide I'm trying to cut, white chalk line 'em up
The situation is so intense that Jay Z feels on the brink of destruction
Give new meaning to dying to fuck, she's
The person is incredibly seductive but also dangerous
Watch it get down, watch it get down
Be careful, things are getting intense
Murder
The situation is highly dangerous and intense
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JEROME HARMON, TIMOTHY MOSLEY, SHAWN CARTER, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, CHRIS GODBEY, GARLAND MOSLEY, JAMES FAUNTLEROY
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Ellemieke
I heard this song live yesterday, fell in love with it even more ♡ trust me, Justin sounds so good live!!!!!!!!
Liana Abdul
Ellemieke i trust u
KA T
@Liana Abdul 1
A Timberlake
this is seriously one of the most awesome songs ive ever heard ;) good on you jayz and jt my bby xx
Mr Glenn Rock poohead
And the best producer Timbaland.
Keandra Davis
WE DEM BOYZ BROUGHT ME HERE!!!! This song is lit!
Frida Ayu Dwi Novanti
SAMEEEEEE
dnazixc
yasssss me too
adhelia's diary
Sameee
rubyels02
Same haha