BEAT IT
RDM (ft. Fall Out Boy & John Mayer) Lyrics


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They told him 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 leave while you can
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
You wanna stay tough, better do what you can
So beat it, but you wanna be bad

Just beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Show em how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right

Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it

They're out to get you, better leave while you can
Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
So beat it, just beat it

You got to show them that you're really not scared
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
They'll kick you, then they'll beat you,
Then they'll tell you it's fair
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 strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right

Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it
Just beat it

Beat it [x5]
Beat it [x5]
Beat it [x5]
Beat it [x5]

Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right

Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right

Just beat it
Just beat it




Just beat it
Just beat it [x4]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to RDM's "Beat It" featuring Fall Out Boy and John Mayer, are about standing up for oneself in the face of adversity. The song is an anthem about not backing down and being confident in one's abilities. The opening lyrics "they told him don't you ever come around here" set the stage for a situation where the singer is being excluded by others who are threatening him. However, he refuses to be intimidated and declares "So beat it, just beat it."


The song acknowledges that standing up for oneself means taking risks and sometimes getting hurt. The lyrics "You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare. They'll kick you, then they'll beat you, then they'll tell you it's fair" reflect that reality. Nevertheless, the chorus emphasizes that it's important to keep fighting and never give up. The line "Showin' how funky strong is your fight, it doesn't matter who's wrong or right" highlights the importance of being resilient in the face of adversity.


Overall, "Beat It" conveys a message about standing up for oneself and never giving up in the face of opposition. The song encourages listeners to be confident in their abilities and to keep fighting no matter what happens.


Line by Line Meaning

They told him don't you ever come around here
He was warned to not show up in this place ever again


Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear
The people in this place don't want to even see him and want him gone


The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
The people's anger is evident from their expressions and words


So beat it, just beat it
He should leave and not return


You better run, you better leave while you can
If he wants to avoid being attacked, he should flee as soon as possible


Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
The situation is serious and avoiding violence is the best approach


You wanna stay tough, better do what you can
He should try his best to stay strong


So beat it, but you wanna be bad
Leaving is the right choice, but he wants to prove himself


No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose in a conflict


Show em how funky strong is your fight
Demonstrate how you fight with your own unique style and strength


It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The cause of the conflict is not important


They're out to get you, better leave while you can
The situation is dangerous and he should leave as fast as possible


Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
It's time to prove his maturity and show that he can handle the situation


You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
Survival is the top priority, and he should do whatever it takes


You got to show them that you're really not scared
He needs to demonstrate his courage to his enemies


You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
The situation is serious and not a game


They'll kick you, then they'll beat you, Then they'll tell you it's fair
They will use any means necessary, and justify their actions as fair


Beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
He needs to fight with all his strength and courage


Just beat it
He needs to leave the situation to avoid conflict




Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Jackson

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