Walk
Ofln - Pantera Lyrics
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One step from lashing out at you
You want in, to get under my skin and call yourself a friend
I've got more friends like you, what do I do?
Is there no standard anymore?
What it takes, who I am, where I've been, belong
You can't be something you're not
A lesson learned in life
Known from the dawn of time
Respect, walk, what did you say?
Respect, walk
Are you talkin' to me? Are you talkin' to me?
Run your mouth when I'm not around, it's easy to achieve
You cry to weak friends that sympathize
Can you hear the violins playing your song?
Those same friends tell me your every word
Is there no standard anymore?
What it takes, who I am, where I've been, belong
You can't be something you're not
Be yourself, by yourself, stay away from me
A lesson learned in life
Known from the dawn of time
Respect, walk, what did you say?
Respect, walk, are you talkin' to me?
Respect, walk, what did you say?
Respect, walk
Are you talkin' to me? Are you talkin' to me?
No way, punk
Respect, walk, what did you say?
Respect, walk, are you talkin' to me?
Respect, walk, what did you say?
Respect, walk
Are you talkin' to me? Are you talkin' to me?
Walk on home, boy
"Walk" by Pantera is a song that conveys a message of standing up for oneself and advocating for respect. The lyrics highlight the frustration and annoyance that the singer feels when someone persists in trying to get under their skin and call themselves a friend, despite the fact that they don’t really know anything about them. The singer is tired of fake relationships and simply wants people to be themselves and stay away if they cannot respect those around them. The chorus of the song emphasizes this point, with the singer questioning whether the other person is talking to them and asking them to walk away if they don’t have anything valuable or respectful to say.
The line, “run your mouth when I'm not around, it's easy to achieve,” indicates that the other person is talking behind the singer's back instead of addressing the issue directly. They are complaining to their weak friends who sympathize and support their actions. The song stresses the value of self-respect and encourages listeners not to let others' words and actions affect them. The singer learned this lesson from life, as it has been known since the dawn of time, indicating that this is a timeless message and still relevant today.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't you see I'm easily bothered by persistence?
I am irritated by persistent people easily and quickly.
One step from lashing out at you
I am on the brink of attacking you verbally or physically.
You want in, to get under my skin and call yourself a friend
You desire to enter my life, cause me discomfort, and still refer to yourself as my friend.
I've got more friends like you, what do I do?
I already have friends who treat me poorly like you do, so what should I do with you?
Is there no standard anymore?
Is there no more universal principle that we all follow?
What it takes, who I am, where I've been, belong
What does it take to belong and where do I belong based on who I am and where I come from.
You can't be something you're not
You cannot pretend to be someone you're not.
Be yourself, by yourself, stay away from me
Embrace your true identity, remain alone, and do not come close to me.
A lesson learned in life
A piece of knowledge acquired through life experience.
Known from the dawn of time
A truth that has been known since ancient times.
Respect, walk, what did you say?
Did you just talk to me about respect?
Respect, walk
Display respect to avoid conflict.
Are you talkin' to me? Are you talkin' to me?
Are you directing your words towards me?
Run your mouth when I'm not around, it's easy to achieve
It is simple to talk behind my back when I am not there to defend myself.
You cry to weak friends that sympathize
You tell your feeble friends who pity you about your troubles.
Can you hear the violins playing your song?
Are you aware of how melodramatic your story sounds?
Those same friends tell me your every word
The same friends disclose to me every word that you say behind my back.
No way, punk
No chance, dude.
Walk on home, boy
Go home and mind your own business.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Rex Brown, Philip Anselmo, Darrell Lance Abbott, Vincent Paul Abbott
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@djc5897
I love the message behind this song. Walking for 30-60 minutes per day can improve confidence, stamina, energy, weight control and life expectancy and reduce stress. It can also reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, diabetes, high blood pressure, bowel cancer and osteoporosis. We need more bands like Pantera promoting healthy living.
@johndawson6057
@@ainwaleen i know that this is a ripoff but i just gave him a like bcoz of his time spent writing this.
@johndawson6057
@@ainwaleen what kind of app does that. And yes i know those types of apps but most do not work believe me i've tried.
@stuart207
Stfu bro just wAlk
@thelaughingman79
damn...you are the only one here to receive phills message.
@HeavyMetalBarpiano
Ehm... yes. I think this is exactly the message of this song. 🤘🎹
@emilymaxfield8726
My dad who passed away when I was young...apparently loved this band and it was his favorite. Now I know why.
@BugCombat
+Emily Maxfield He had good taste. Rest in peace Emily's dad. \m/,
@emilymaxfield8726
Thank you <3
@xfccgvbhcxcccvbggcd1216
I'm sure he is listening Pantera wherever he is now. Rust In Peace Emily's dad.