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Public Enemy featuring Zakk Wylde vs. Justice Lyrics


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I'm cold gettin' busy while I'm shakin' you down
I'm on the air, you're on the ground
Chuck D, the enemy, words you heed
Build for speed, but what you need is
Funky fresh lyrics fallin' down on time
Your enemy poppin' it, droppin' a dime
Comin' back rockin' a tomahawk jam
And still gettin' fly with the mike in my hand
I'm cold coolin' out, layin in the shade
Dealers buggin cause they're gonna get sprayed
Their intimidator, your Scarface
What's goin' on (huh) what's takin' place
I don't wear gold but I clock ducats
And I have the money overflowing out of buckets
You want crazy dollars, I make people holler
You stick 'em stupid and I'm snatching biters collars
I'll rebuilt the mine to alleviate
Unnecessary pressures that can create
The sting that stung Yama-Goochie Foo Yung
When he bit the Public Enemy he only got hung
Cause his brain was gettin' bigger than a pregnant toad
His heartbeat stopped cause of overload
I made the beat that broke his back
I cut his circulation made his world turn back
I find out things like E.S.P.
Amazing world of Kreskin's brain velocity
Like Alexander Munday, I'm in like Flint
Mercedes limousine with a hardcore tint
I'm captain of the ship, I make 'em walk the planks
Riding round the world, hundred sixty million francs
Not like the kind that you put on the grill
Cause I only do it like that when I'm on a chill hill
When I get to the beach, the ground's so sandy
Girls on my jock like ants on candy
Checking out the fellas with the girls on the side
Put ya boat in the water, let's take a ride
to the land of party people rocking shocking to the beat
So keep ya eyes on ya girl cause ya know I'm gonna cheat
I'm gonna max and relax and chill my will
Body rockin', brain shockin' makes your heart stand still
I'm goin' for the money that man ever made
Gettin' thrill from orders, suckers obeyed
It's gettin' late and I can't wait
To drive by the bus and rock my tape
My car is movin', fast like a train
Never skid off the road, even in the rain




Cold dodgin' tickets, rockin' all the jams
Make biters step back and understand

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Public Enemy’s song “M.P.E.” are full of bold statements that demonstrate the group’s confidence and sense of purpose. These lines celebrate the power of the band’s music and lyrics, as well as Chuck D’s skills as a rapper. The song is a display of bravado, and Chuck D delivers his verses with a sense of authority that commands attention. He declares himself the enemy, and his words are meant to be heeded, as they are “funky fresh lyrics fallin' down on time.” The verses also touch on the economic success the band has achieved, as Chuck D boasts about having more money than he knows what to do with.


The lyrics also reference Chuck D’s rivalry with other rappers and artists, as he takes credit for “snatching biters' collars” and “making biters step back and understand.” He also addresses his detractors, who are “buggin'” him, but he is dismissive of their concerns. Throughout the song, Chuck D portrays himself as a powerful force to be reckoned with, who is too busy getting “fly with the mic in his hand” to worry about his critics.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm cold gettin' busy while I'm shakin' you down
I am completely focused and engaged, intimidating you with my skill and energy.


I'm on the air, you're on the ground
I am a powerful force on a higher level than you, the common people.


Chuck D, the enemy, words you heed
My lyrics are a call to action, and those who oppose me will be seen as the enemy.


Build for speed, but what you need is
You may think you want immediate gratification, but what will truly serve you is a foundation of substance and quality.


Funky fresh lyrics fallin' down on time
My rhymes are innovative, creative, and delivered with precision and impeccable timing.


Your enemy poppin' it, droppin' a dime
I am your adversary, but I am also exposing the truth and revealing the foul play of others.


Comin' back rockin' a tomahawk jam
I am returning with even more fierce, passionate and revolutionary words than before.


And still gettin' fly with the mike in my hand
Even as I remain anchored in societal struggles, I am still maintaining my swagger and bravado on the mic.


I'm cold coolin' out, layin in the shade
I am now relaxing and feeling good, taking a break from my intense efforts.


Dealers buggin cause they're gonna get sprayed
Drug dealers are nervous because I am speaking the truth about the harms of their industry and they know I could have them arrested.


Their intimidator, your Scarface
They are the ones trying to threaten and bully people like Scarface, but they will ultimately fail and be taken down.


What's goin' on (huh) what's takin' place
I am questioning what is happening in the world and encouraging others to do the same.


I don't wear gold but I clock ducats
I am not concerned with flashy possessions and jewelry, but I am still making a lot of money.


And I have the money overflowing out of buckets
I have so much money that I cannot contain it all, and it is pouring out of buckets.


You want crazy dollars, I make people holler
You may be obsessed with making as much money as possible, but I am creating outrage and inspiring passion through my art.


You stick 'em stupid and I'm snatching biters collars
You are dumbing people down, while I am calling out and challenging those who copy others' work.


I'll rebuilt the mine to alleviate
I am going to reconstruct perceptions and thought patterns to alleviate the pain and problems in society.


Unnecessary pressures that can create
There are societal pressures that are needless, and I hope to diminish them.


The sting that stung Yama-Goochie Foo Yung
My work hurt and stung Yama-Goochie Foo Yung, who was copying my ideas and trying to take credit.


When he bit the Public Enemy he only got hung
He tried to steal from Public Enemy but was unsuccessful and was punished accordingly.


Cause his brain was gettin' bigger than a pregnant toad
His ego was becoming too large, much like a pregnant toad, and this became his downfall.


His heartbeat stopped cause of overload
He suffered a fatal shock or had an emotional breakdown because he could not handle the pressure or realization of his dishonesty.


I made the beat that broke his back
My music and lyrics exposed his flawed character and shattered his ill intentions.


I cut his circulation made his world turn back
My words and message cut off and restored the circulation and flow of truth, uplifting and inspiring all who heard it.


I find out things like E.S.P.
I am intuitive and perceptive, able to recognize deeper truths and patterns in society and the universe.


Amazing world of Kreskin's brain velocity
The speed and clarity of my mind and work is akin to the famed psychic's abilities.


Like Alexander Munday, I'm in like Flint
I am as suave and charming as Alexander Munday and similarly successful, like a spy or someone who can get things done.


Mercedes limousine with a hardcore tint
I am living luxuriously and have a serious, edgy, and sometimes confrontational attitude.


I'm captain of the ship, I make 'em walk the planks
I am in charge and taking risks, setting the example for those around me to follow.


Riding round the world, hundred sixty million francs
I am traveling the world and making a boatload of money while doing so.


Not like the kind that you put on the grill
I am not like a piece of meat that can be cooked for a good meal or objectified for pleasure.


Cause I only do it like that when I'm on a chill hill
I only allow myself to indulge and relax when I truly have the opportunity to do so.


When I get to the beach, the ground's so sandy
Even when I am trying to unwind and enjoy leisure activities, I am still in tune with and acknowledging the natural world.


Girls on my jock like ants on candy
Women are attracted to me because of my talent, success, and charisma.


Checking out the fellas with the girls on the side
I am observing men who are either pursuing women, protecting them, or simply waiting around for attention.


Put ya boat in the water, let's take a ride
Let's go out on the water for a calming, invigorating adventure.


to the land of party people rocking shocking to the beat
Join me in a place where people are loud, enthusiastic, and fully enjoying the power of music and rhythm.


So keep ya eyes on ya girl cause ya know I'm gonna cheat
I am warning people to keep an eye on their significant other, as I am likely to try any means to get what I want, including infidelity.


I'm gonna max and relax and chill my will
I am going to live life to the fullest and enjoy myself as much as possible, without any worry or stress holding me back.


Body rockin', brain shockin' makes your heart stand still
My music and message are so powerful, they can leave people stunned, speechless or inspire a profound emotional reaction.


I'm goin' for the money that man ever made
I am determined to earn as much money as possible.


Gettin' thrill from orders, suckers obeyed
I enjoy the rush or excitement from followers doing as I say, even if they are being foolish or misguided.


It's gettin' late and I can't wait
It is late, and I am anxious to get moving and taking action.


To drive by the bus and rock my tape
I am going to go by various places on a bus, listening to and performing my music for all to hear.


My car is movin', fast like a train
I am driving quickly and efficiently, like a train, to get to my destination.


Never skid off the road, even in the rain
I am always staying on course and on track, no matter the obstacles or setbacks.


Cold dodgin' tickets, rockin' all the jams
I am swerving around police officers trying to stop me, while playing and enjoying all kinds of music.


Make biters step back and understand
I am forcing those who copy and steal others' work to stop and consider their actions and the harm they are causing.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: CARLTON RIDENHOUR, WILLIAM DRAYTON, HANK SHOCKLEE

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Comments from YouTube:

@Crompledong

Its criminal this soundtrack is not on spotify man

@lasarousi

Never will be, they'll never split the profit lmao.

@MisterCoolthe2nd

@@lasarousi fucking copyrights...

@billarnett8774

that's because something I put together

@andyonadabby

Spotify are the criminals

@toz9358

thank you for uploading this in better quality than the vids from 10 years ago

@xDStaticDx1

Amen to that!

@ricardomunive7283

\m/ Old but Gold.

@axeltv6613

That MasterMaster Piece

@Caneypoopoo

I don’t know why this wasn’t mixed with robot rock

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