Level Up
Moonwalker Lyrics

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Take a little jersey boy and teach him how to swing
One way out and he's 'bout to leave
Pushing and the shoving of his itty bitty heart
Forced out the salt from his wounds
He's a killer
When you lose you can kill it or just watch it burn

Hit me kiss me

I'm down to take it all
Sit down stay down and watch me while I dance through
Everything that still haunts me everyday is a target to shoot
Killing the off for a living, oh

Take a little jersey boy and show him what it means Paying fines that he tried to leave
Pushing and the shoving of his itty bitty wars
Taught him to fight off his dues
He is better than he knew
Chose to kill it then just watch it burn
Burn it all burn it all burn it all and move on

Hit me kiss me
I'm down to take it all
Sit down stay down and watch me while I dance through
Everything that still haunts me everyday is a target to shoot
Killing the off for a living, oh

Tangled boy found his way out
Mangled boy found his way out
Tangled boy found his way out
Mangled boy

Hit me kiss me
I'm down to take it all
Sit down stay down and watch me while I dance through

Everything that still haunts me everyday is a target to shoot
Killing the off for a living, oh

Overall Meaning

In Moonwalker's song "Level Up," the lyrics paint a picture of a young boy from New Jersey who is facing adversity but is determined to overcome it. The song begins with the line "Take a little jersey boy and teach him how to swing," which suggests that the boy is being mentored or coached in some way. However, there is a sense of urgency and desperation as the lyrics mention "One way out and he's 'bout to leave," implying that he is seeking an escape from his current situation.

The boy's heart is described as "itty bitty" but filled with turmoil, symbolizing the struggles and pain he has endured. He is determined to rise above his circumstances, even if it means resorting to aggression or violence ("Forced out the salt from his wounds, he's a killer"). The phrase "When you lose you can kill it or just watch it burn" suggests that he has a choice to either destroy his obstacles or passively witness them consume him.

As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the boy is learning to fight for what he wants and to defy societal expectations. He is taught to confront his battles head-on and not shy away from the challenges that come his way. The lyrics "Take a little jersey boy and show him what it means, paying fines that he tried to leave" reinforce this idea of growth and resilience.

Overall, "Level Up" tells the story of a determined young individual who refuses to be defined by his circumstances. It highlights the struggle to overcome obstacles, the inner strength to keep pushing forward, and the willingness to confront one's demons.

Line by Line Meaning

Take a little jersey boy and teach him how to swing
Guide a young boy from Jersey and teach him how to navigate through life

One way out and he's 'bout to leave
He is on the verge of finding a way out of his current situation

Pushing and the shoving of his itty bitty heart
The intense struggle and pressure he feels within himself

Forced out the salt from his wounds
He has overcome the pain and bitterness caused by past experiences

He's a killer
He is determined and ruthless in achieving his goals

When you lose you can kill it or just watch it burn
In the face of failure, you can either overcome it or passively witness its destruction

Hit me kiss me I'm down to take it all
I am ready to face any challenge and embrace everything that comes my way

Sit down stay down and watch me while I dance through Everything that still haunts me everyday is a target to shoot
Observe as I gracefully navigate through my past struggles, using them as motivation to conquer my fears

Killing the off for a living, oh
Constantly eliminating anything that holds me back in order to thrive

Take a little jersey boy and show him what it means Paying fines that he tried to leave
Expose a young boy from Jersey to the reality of life, including the consequences of his past actions

Pushing and the shoving of his itty bitty wars
The ongoing conflicts and struggles he faces in his life

Taught him to fight off his dues
He has learned how to overcome his obligations and responsibilities

He is better than he knew
He possesses more strength and capability than he originally believed

Chose to kill it then just watch it burn
Instead of passively observing, he decided to actively destroy anything that hinders his progress

Burn it all burn it all burn it all and move on
Eradicate everything that holds him back and continue moving forward

Tangled boy found his way out
A boy who was trapped and confused managed to find an escape

Mangled boy found his way out
A boy who was damaged and broken managed to find an escape

Hit me kiss me I'm down to take it all
I am ready to face any challenge and embrace everything that comes my way

Killing the off for a living, oh
Constantly eliminating anything that holds me back in order to thrive

Lyrics © WHIRLED MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Robert Lee Crews, Mark Robert Neidhardt, Jake Albi, Bryan David Witt

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