Beat It
M.J. Lyrics
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Don't want to 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 do what you can
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
You wanna be tough, better do what you can
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 it's your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it, beat it
Just beat it, beat it
Just beat it, beat it
Just beat it, beat it
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
Don't want to be a boy, you want to be a man
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
So beat it, just beat it
You have 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 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 it's 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 it's your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it , beat it
Beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
Beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky, strong it's 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 it's 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 it's 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 it's your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The song "Beat It" by Michael Jackson is an anthem for non-violent resolution of conflicts. The lyrics convey a message of peacefully confronting bullies and standing your ground without resorting to violence. The opening lines set the tone of the song. They warn the listener about the dangers of being in the wrong place at the wrong time, being associated with the wrong people, and the risk of being at the receiving end of unnecessary violence. The line "Don't want to see your face, you better disappear" tells us how unwelcome the singer is, and he is instructed to beat it, or leave without making any trouble.
The lyrics further explain that sometimes it is better to swallow your pride and walk away rather than fighting back. The song encourages the listener to stay tough and not to run away, but also not to provoke the situation further. The chorus emphasizes not wanting to be defeated but being strong and showy in a non-violent manner. It emphasizes that it doesn't matter who is right or wrong; what matters is to stand up for yourself and not to succumb to violence.
Overall, "Beat It" by Michael Jackson presents an anti-violence message, encouraging listeners to avoid conflict by being tough, confident, and showing strength in a non-violent way.
Line by Line Meaning
They told him don't you ever come around here
He was warned to stay away from the area
Don't want to see your face, you better disappear
They don't want to see him and want him to go away
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
They are angry and mean what they say
So beat it, just beat it
He should leave the place and not stick around to fight
You better run, you better do what you can
He should escape and try to save himself
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
They don't want any violence and do not want him to act tough
You wanna be tough, better do what you can
If he wants to act strong he has to try his best
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
He has to leave, but he doesn't want others to think he's scared
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
He should leave and move on
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose
Showin' how funky, strong it's your fight
He needs to show his strength and fight hard
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The argument isn't about finding right or wrong, someone must leave
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
He must leave to protect himself
Don't want to be a boy, you want to be a man
He wants to prove himself to be strong and mature
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
He has to do his best to stay alive
You have to show them that you're really not scared
He has to prove that he is brave and not afraid
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
This is not a game, it's a matter of life and death
They'll kick you, then they beat you
They will attack him
Then they'll tell you it's fair
They will try to justify their actions
Just beat it, but you wanna be bad
He needs to leave, but he wants to show his strength
Contributed by Mackenzie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@robgeorgia8801
@TheRealCritique
It was agreed upon in advance that there would be no money involved.
Eddie was under a contract with the other guys in "Van Halen" that they would not go out on their own and play with other bands for any type of monetary gain.
This was a great thing for both Michael Jackson and Eddie Van Halen.
Eddie has a solo on a song that was part of an album that sold more copies than any other album in human history...
Michael Jackson managed to get Eddie Van Halen to do a lead guitar solo on his album "Thriller".
It was a good deal for both of them.
@mitchellcole832
Jesus Christ is Lord. He is the only way to Heaven. We do not go to Heaven for being a “good person”, God will judge us on HIS standards, He is the ultimate judge. God sent Jesus Christ to die for all of our sins and our belief in him covers our sins, he paid the ultimate price for us all. Read a Bible (King James Version), it’s very black and white. Our eternal soul is at stake! This life is temporary, our soul is forever.
Proof Jesus is the Only Way:
“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”
-John 14:6
Proof on How to make Heaven:
“That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”
-Romans 10:9
Hope this helps ✝️
@rainbowpegacornstudios
Man, that guitar solo is inexplicably awesome. RIP to Michael Jackson and Eddie Van Halen.
@liamlowshang6288
Eddie sends goosebumps ertime i hear this song
@rainbowpegacornstudios
@@liamlowshang6288 Same here
@balajidoraiswami4180
Eddie Van Halen is another legend
@saboisnumber1554
@@balajidoraiswami4180 😢
@msoileau83
Eddie did a good solo but the meat and potatoes of the guitar work (and bass) was done by Steve Lukather. Paul Jackson Jr is credited too and I believe he did some R&B guitar strumming.
@legendarymusicisforever3697
R.I.P Michael Jackson 1958-2009
R.I.P Eddie Van Halen 1955-2020
NEVER BE FORGOTTEN
@sergeteplo3143
Why Eddie? Unbelievable!
@legendarymusicisforever3697
@@sergeteplo3143 Very sad to know that they both gone..
@philsims8655
YOU KNOW IT.