Beat It / State Of Shock
Michael Jackson The Jacksons & Mick Jagger Lyrics
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"Don't you ever come around here
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 do what you can
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 and strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it
STOP! You wanna see who's bad? You
Wanna see who's bad?
Come on, come on, let's do it
Let's see who's bad, man, come on
Come on, let's go!
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who's bad? (Who's bad?) who's bad?
They're telling me (They're telling me)
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
They'll lock you up (They'll lock you up)
Before too long (Before too long)
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
You're doing wrong, boy (You're doing wrong)
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who's bad, brother? (Who's bad?)
Who's bad? (Who's bad?) wOO!
Beat it
Beat it (Beat it) , beat it (Beat it)
No one wants to be defeated
Showing how funky and strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
(Who's wrong or who's right) just beat it
(Ooh hoo, Beat it) , beat it (Beat it)
No one wants to be defeated (Oh Lord)
Showing how funky (Hee, hee) and strong is
Your fight (Hee, hee, hee)
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The lyrics of Michael Jackson and Queen's "State of Shock" convey a message about standing up against those who try to bring you down. The song begins with a narrative of someone being warned to stay away, to disappear, as they are not wanted. The fire in their eyes and the clarity of their words signals the intensity of their dislike. However, the singer is urged to stand their ground and not be intimidated, to "beat it." The lyrics emphasize that one should run and do whatever they can to avoid violence, to not be a "macho man" seeking confrontation. Instead, the focus should be on being tough in a non-violent way.
The chorus of the song, "Just beat it," encourages the listener to ignore the negativity and show their strength through their actions and choices. It asserts that nobody wants to be defeated, and it doesn't matter who is right or wrong in the situation. The implication is to rise above the conflict and demonstrate resilience and self-assuredness.
The second half of the song is an exclamation "Who's bad?" which can be seen as a challenge to those who doubt the singer's abilities. It suggests a sense of defiance and a desire to prove oneself. The repetition of the question reinforces the idea that the singer is ready to face any opposition and prove that they are indeed "bad" in a positive sense.
Overall, "State of Shock" encourages listeners to stand up for themselves, face adversity calmly, and demonstrate their strength through non-violence.
Line by Line Meaning
They told him
He was given a warning
"Don't you ever come around here
"Stay away from this place
Don't wanna see your face
They don't want to see him
You better disappear"
He should leave immediately
The fire's in their eyes and
Their anger is evident
Their words are really clear
Their message is straightforward
So beat it, just beat it
He should go away, move on
You better run, you better do what you can
He should flee and do whatever it takes
Don't wanna see no blood
They don't want violence
Don't be a macho man
He shouldn't act tough
You wanna be tough, better do what you can
If he wants to be strong, he should try his best
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
Although he desires rebellion, he should leave
Just beat it (Beat it) , beat it (Beat it)
Just move on, keep going
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose
Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
Displaying his unique and powerful determination
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The reasons or blame are irrelevant
Just beat it
Simply move on
STOP! You wanna see who's bad? You
Wait, you want to find out who is rebellious
Wanna see who's bad?
Interested in discovering the troublemakers
Come on, come on, let's do it
Encouraging action and exploration
Let's see who's bad, man, come on
Let's find out who is defiant, buddy
Come on, let's go!
Let's move forward!
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who is rebellious?
They're telling me (They're telling me)
They are informing me
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
You are behaving incorrectly
They'll lock you up (They'll lock you up)
They will imprison you
Before too long (Before too long)
In a short while
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
You are misbehaving
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
You are behaving badly
You're doing wrong, boy (You're doing wrong)
You're acting inappropriately, young man
You're doing wrong (You're doing wrong)
You are acting improperly
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who is rebellious?
Who's bad? (Who's bad?)
Who is rebellious?
Who's bad, brother? (Who's bad?)
Who is defiant, brother?
Who's bad? (Who's bad?) wOO!
Who is rebellious? Woo!
Beat it
Go away, move on
Beat it (Beat it) , beat it (Beat it)
Move on, keep going
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose
Showing how funky and strong is your fight
Displaying one's unique and powerful determination
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The reasons or blame are irrelevant
(Who's wrong or who's right) just beat it
Regardless of being right or wrong, move on
(Ooh hoo, Beat it) , beat it (Beat it)
Keep going, move on
No one wants to be defeated (Oh Lord)
Nobody wants to lose, oh Lord
Showing how funky (Hee, hee) and strong is
Expressing unique style and powerful determination
Your fight (Hee, hee, hee)
Your struggle, your perseverance
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The reasons or blame are irrelevant
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER (GB) JONES, DAVID POTTS, PETER HOOK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@davidjohn438
Mick Jagger and Michael Jackson really outdid themselves in this One. Probably my all-time favorite song from them both!!!!
@GingerSnape46
First time I heard this, I was at the beach. The smell of the water, suntan lotion, popcorn, and hotdogs comes back every time I hear this. Great times, great memories!
@lennomenno
Summer 1984 😎
@jketcham9004
I can almost visulise what you smell. Not from this comment. I am you in multiverse.
@shaedbyus
@@jketcham9004 It was a stripper anthem at Kings Cross in Sydney. Naked women, stale beer and cigarettes.
@SMewett
Best year of music 1984
@brianburton1129
This is one of those cool and forgotten classic. Ashamed radio stations didn't play this song more often.
@user-id9bp1ne2n
I played the hell out of this album. I was blessed to see the victory tour when I was in 8th grade. Once in a lifetime. Miss you Michael.
@76FANca
Lucky you! I was at History tour!
@DarlinCat
Very underrated. Michael was such a talent! wish more people knew about this one.