BEAT IT
John Mayer / Fall Out Boy Lyrics
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Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
So beat it, just beat it
You better run, you better leave while you can
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
You wanna stay tough, better do what you can
Just beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Show em how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
So beat it, just beat it
You got to show them that you're really not scared
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
They'll kick you, then they'll beat you,
Then they'll tell you it's fair
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
Beat it [x5]
Beat it [x5]
Beat it [x5]
Beat it [x5]
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it [x4]
“Beat It” was released by Michael Jackson in 1983 and written by the late great guitarist, Eddie Van Halen. The song is a collaboration between two of the most iconic figures in popular music history. John Mayer and Fall Out Boy did a cover of the song later on.
The lyrics depict the need to stand up for oneself in the face of opposition. If someone ever tells you not to come around, you're better off disappearing. The song is about the need to be strong in the face of intimidation and bullying. The track encourages listeners to stand their ground when faced with hostile forces. When confronted with hostility, the song advises that it is best to just walk away - but if you have to fight, then make sure that you "Just beat it."
The song was a chart-topping success in many countries across the world, with its memorable music video featuring choreographed dance routines and incredible guitar licks from Eddie Van Halen. In 1985, “Beat It,” won the legendary Michael Jackson two Grammy Awards.
Line by Line Meaning
They told him don't you ever come around here
He was warned to stay away from a certain place
Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear
The people there didn't want to even look at him and wished he would leave
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
The people were angry and their words expressed their hostility
So beat it, just beat it
He should leave immediately
You better run, you better leave while you can
He should flee while he has the chance
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
They don't want any violence and don't want him to try to act tough
You wanna stay tough, better do what you can
If he wants to appear tough, he should leave without causing any trouble
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
He should leave, but he may have an urge to stay and cause trouble
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose a fight
Show em how funky strong is your fight
He should demonstrate how skillfully he can defend himself
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The conflict has escalated beyond what's right or wrong
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
The people were actively seeking to hurt him, so he should escape immediately
Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
He should act like a grown-up and do what's best for his safety
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
If he values his life, he should do everything he can to get away from danger
You got to show them that you're really not scared
He needs to demonstrate fearlessness and bravery
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
The situation is dangerous and not a game
They'll kick you, then they'll beat you, Then they'll tell you it's fair
The attackers will use excessive force and then justify it as fair
Beat it [x5]
Repeated urging for him to leave
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
Urging him to leave over and over again
Just beat it
A phrase repeated throughout the song to emphasize the need to leave immediately
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Jackson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jjbrenner1842
It’s a good thing MJ wrote the song cuz if fall out boy first wrote it it would be called “They Told You Don’t You Ever Come Around Here (Beat It) (Album Version)”
@goosegames4002
I mean, you're not wrong
@musicalnerd1086
Bruh lmao. You're not wrong
@natashapham2122
I feel like"I've Got a Dark Alley and a Bad iIdea That Says You Should Shut Your Mouth" would also fit here lmao
@jjbrenner1842
@@natashapham2122 that’s actually better
@nigeleharis5886
So accurate lmfao
@donttouchmyfries4055
Director: How many Michael Jackson references do u want?
Fall out Boy: yes
@chrysaliscrisis8530
Cuban Pete the whole thing is one giant michael jackson reference
@thedankestsoul2956
@@chrysaliscrisis8530 I mean, you're not wrong
@mo0dyblues
me: stan