Take a Look Around
Limp Bizkit Lyrics

All the tension in the world today
The current state of the world is full of stress and negativity.

All the little girls fillin' up the world today
Even young innocent children are being affected by the negativity around them.

When the good comes to bad, the bad comes to good
When things take a turn for the worse, it often brings out the worst in people and situations.

But I'm a live my life like I should (like I should)
Despite the negativity, the singer will continue to live their life positively and with purpose.

Now all the critics wanna hit it
Critics are quick to judge and criticize the work of others.

Ya shit can how we did it
They look down on the artist's approach and success, dismissing it as inferior.

Just because they don't get it
The critics don't understand the artist's style and message.

But I'll stay fitted
Despite the criticism, the artist will continue to stay true to themselves and their style.

New era committed
The artist is dedicated to staying current and innovative in their art.

Now this red cap gets a rap from his critics
The artist is being targeted and attacked for their choice of accessories, further highlighting the ridiculousness of the critics' judgments.

Do we always gotta cry? (Always gotta cry)
The world often feels like a sad and hopeless place.

Do we always gotta live inside a lie (live inside a lie)
People often feel like they have to deceive themselves or put on a facade to fit in.

Life is just a blast that's movin' really fast
Life passes by quickly and can feel like an exhilarating ride.

You better stay on top or life will kick you in the ass
It's important to stay focused and driven, or else life will catch up and ruin your progress.

Follow me into a solo
The singer invites the listener to join them on a solo journey.

Remember that, kid
The singer offers words of advice and guidance to the listener.

So what you wanna do?
The singer asks the listener what their next move will be in life.

And where you gonna run when your starin' down the cable of a
The singer asks the listener where they will go when they are faced with a difficult situation.

Mic pointed at your grill like a gun?
The artist compares the pressure of performing to the fear of having a gun pointed at your face.

Limp Bizkit rockin' the set
The singer boasts about their performance skills and ability to captivate a crowd.

It's like Russian roulette, when your placin', your bet
Performing is like gambling, with no guarantee of success or acceptance.

So don't be upset when your broke and your done
It's important not to get discouraged by failures or setbacks along the way.

'Cause I'm a be the one till I jet (I'm a be the one till I jet)
The singer promises to continue pursuing their passion until they retire or leave the music industry.

I know why you wanna hate me
The singer believes they know why others dislike them.

'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately
The world is currently filled with negativity and animosity, leading to hate towards others.

Now you wanna hate me
The singer addresses their haters directly.

Does anybody really know the secret
The world is full of unanswered questions and mysteries.

Or the combination for this life and where they keep it?
No one truly knows how to find the key to a fulfilling life or where to look for answers.

It's kinda sad when you don't know the meanin'
Not understanding the purpose or meaning of life can be disheartening.

But everything happens for a reason (everything happens for a reason)
The singer has faith that there is a reason for everything that occurs in life, even if we don't immediately understand it.

I don't even know what I should say
Even the singer struggles to find the right words to describe their feelings and experiences.

'Cause I'm an idiot, a loser, a microphone abuser
The singer pokes fun at themselves and their struggles, acknowledging that they are not perfect.

I analyze every second I exist
The singer is introspective and constantly reflecting on their life and actions.

Beatin' up my mind every second with my fist
The constant analysis and self-criticism can be mentally taxing and even damaging.

And everybody want to run (everybody want to run)
People are quick to flee when faced with difficult situations or challenges.

Everybody wanna hide from the gun (hide from the gun)
People are scared to confront their problems and prefer to ignore them.

You can take that ride through this life if you want
People have the choice to participate in life however they want.

But you can't take that edge off that knife (no, sir)
Life is full of difficulties and pain that can't simply be avoided.

And now you want your money back (money back)
The listener may have regrets and want to undo choices they've made in life.

But your denied 'cause your brains fried from the sac
They cannot undo past actions and must deal with the consequences of their choices.

And there ain't nothing I can do
The singer cannot change the past or the listener's circumstances.

'Cause life is a lesson, you'll learn it when you're through
Life is full of lessons to be learned, and wisdom comes with time and experience.

Shhh
The singer calls for silence, perhaps to allow the listener to contemplate their message.

Now I know why (I know why you wanna hate me)
The singer reiterates their understanding of why they are disliked.

Now I know why (I know why you wanna hate me)
The singer continues to address their haters directly.

Now I know why (I know why you wanna hate me)
The singer emphasizes their insight into others' animosity towards them.

Now I know why you wanna hate me
The singer draws a conclusion about the true roots of hate in the world today.

'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately
The world is currently filled with negativity and animosity, leading to hate towards others.

'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately
The prevalence of hate in the world can make it difficult to find positivity or peace.

'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately
The continual presence of hate reinforces the singer's belief in the need to stay positive and live life fully despite the negativity around us.