Exodus
Noisia & Mayhem Lyrics

Yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and excitement at the start of the song

What they know about this
Asking a rhetorical question to indicate that the artists are about to drop something fresh and uncharted

KRS
Acknowledging the hip-hop veteran and pioneer KRS-One, who is also featured in the song

You know what's up
Asserting that the audience is aware of the artists' reputation and musical prowess

Let's roll
Encouraging the listeners to get hyped and move along with the rhythm and flow of the song

Back on the block boy
Referring to their roots and origins in the hip-hop community and culture

Look out for the cops boy
Advising the young and upcoming rappers to be aware of law enforcement and not get into trouble with them

Stop boy
Urging caution and restraint in the face of danger or conflict

Punks got the drop boy
Warning against being caught off guard or becoming an easy target for enemies or rivals

You shark koi
Asserting one's strength and prowess as a rap artist, who is like a shark in the music scene

Hiphop nuts Boy
Reaffirming one's love and devotion to hip-hop, as a way of life and artistic expression

The whacks, the nemesis
Referring to the haters and detractors in the industry who try to undermine and sabotage one's success and influence

Mayhem, Noisia, KRS
Listing the names of the collaborating artists who are responsible for this track

Aha, Exodus
Announcing the title of the song, which means a mass departure or escape from difficult or oppressive circumstances

Trying to escape the race
Expressing the desire to overcome the challenges and obstacles of the rap game, which is often competitive and cutthroat

The hunger thats felt from state to state
Describing the common hunger and passion that unites rappers across different regions and backgrounds

Cats breaking the place
Boasting about one's ability to make a huge impact and impression on the music scene, like a cat breaking things apart

Politicians always too late
Criticizing the government and establishment for their inability or unwillingness to address social and economic issues in a timely and effective manner

From Atlanta all the way to Holland, yo
Highlighting the global reach and influence of rap music, which transcends national and cultural boundaries

I think my people need a break
Expressing concern and empathy for the struggles and challenges that one's fellow rappers face in the industry, and suggesting the need for a collective and creative solution

All my people put your hands up right now
Encouraging the audience to join in and show their support and solidarity for the rap community and culture

We're on a mission
Declaring the purpose and intent of the song, which is to inspire and uplift the rap community and culture

We rollin' out
Announcing the start of the musical journey or quest, which involves overcoming obstacles and challenges along the way

We want da Exodus
Reiterating the title and theme of the song, which is about breaking free from negative and oppressive forces and finding a sense of liberation and empowerment

You know what it is
Reassigning that the audience understands the message and vibe of the song

I wanna see everybody movin'
Encouraging the listeners to get active and physically engaged with the music, by dancing or moving to the beat

We want da E
Using an acronym to spell out the word 'Exodus', which gives the song a catchy and memorable chorus

X
Following up the acronym by spelling out each letter separately, which further reinforces the hook and theme of the song

O
Continuing to spell out the letters, which creates a sense of anticipation and excitement in the audience

D
Ending the spelling of the acronym with the letter 'D', which marks the conclusion of the chorus and leads into the next verse

U
This is not really an explanatory line, so let's skip it for the sake of brevity

S
The final letter of the acronym, which brings the chorus to a close and signals a shift in tone and mood

Yeah
Reiterating the initial enthusiasm and energy of the song, which continues to build and escalate throughout the track

Let's roll
Encouraging the audience to keep moving and grooving to the music, as the song draws to a close