BEAT IT
RDM Feat. Fall Out Boy and John Mayer Lyrics
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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
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]
The song "Beat It" by Michael Jackson is an anthem about fighting back against bullies and standing up for oneself. The lyrics begin by describing a situation where someone is being warned not to come around, as others do not want to see their face and they should disappear. The chorus urges the listener to "beat it" - to leave the situation and not get into a fight. This is further emphasized by the line "You better run, you better leave while you can", suggesting the danger that is present.
However, the second verse makes it clear that leaving is not always an option, and that sometimes it is necessary to stand up and fight. The listener is urged to show their strength and not be scared, as their life is on the line. The chorus is repeated, with the idea that it doesn't matter who is right or wrong - what matters is standing up for oneself and being strong.
The song ends with the repeated phrase "just beat it" as a call to action, and a reminder that sometimes it is necessary to fight back against bullies and oppression.
Overall, the song is a powerful message of empowerment and encourages listeners to stand up for themselves in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
They told him don't you ever come around here
He was warned not to come near them
Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear
His presence is not wanted
The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
Their anger is evident from their eyes and words
So beat it, just beat it
He should leave and not engage in a fight
You better run, you better leave while you can
He should escape while he has the chance
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
They do not want violence and bravado
You wanna stay tough, better do what you can
To maintain toughness, he should take action
So beat it, but you wanna be bad
He should leave, but he wants to fight
Just beat it, beat it
He should escape and not engage in a fight
No one wants to be defeated
Nobody wants to lose
Show em how funky strong is your fight
Prove your strength and skill to them
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The cause of the conflict is irrelevant
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
They are targeting him, and he should escape
Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
He should not act like a child, but be mature
You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
To survive, he should take action
You got to show them that you're really not scared
Demonstrate that he is not fearful
You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
The stakes are high, this is not a game
They'll kick you, then they'll beat you
They will use physical violence against him
Then they'll tell you it's fair
They will justify their actions
Beat it, but you wanna be bad
He should leave but desires to fight
Beat it [x5]
Reinforcement of the message to leave and not engage in a fight
Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
Escape and avoid a physical altercation
Just beat it
Do not fight, but leave
Just beat it [x4]
Final reinforcement of the message to escape and not fight
Lyrics © DistroKid, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Michael Jackson
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