Beat It
Scubba 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 do what you can
Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
You wanna be tough, better do what you can
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 and strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it (beat it)
Just beat it (beat it)
Just beat it (beat it)
Just beat it (beat it, uh)
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 have 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 and 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 and strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
Just beat it (beat it, beat it, beat it)
Beat it (beat it, beat it)
Beat it (beat it, beat it)
Beat it (beat it, beat it)
Beat it (beat it, beat it)
Beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or right (who's right)
Just beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
No one wants to be defeated (no one)
Showin' how funky and 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 (oh, no)
Showin' how funky and 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 and 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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Scubba's song "Beat It" are a reinterpretation of Michael Jackson's original song. The lyrics explore themes of conflict, confrontation, and the need to stand up for oneself. The opening lines set the tone with a warning to someone to stay away and disappear. The chorus, "Just beat it," emphasizes the idea of fighting back and not backing down.

The second verse introduces the idea of not wanting to be seen as weak or vulnerable. It suggests the need to prove oneself as a strong and capable individual. The lyrics depict a challenging situation where the person is being targeted by others who may want to harm or control them. They are urged to fight back and show their strength.

Throughout the song, there is a recurring message of not wanting to be defeated and showcasing resilience. The phrases "showin' how funky and strong is your fight" and "It doesn't matter who's wrong or right" emphasize the importance of standing up for oneself, regardless of the outcome or others' opinions.

In summary, "Beat It" is a song that encourages individuals to face their fears, be strong, and not allow themselves to be controlled or defeated by others. It promotes the idea of resilience and self-empowerment.

Line by Line Meaning

They told him, "Don't you ever come around here"
They warned him to stay away and never return to this place

"Don't wanna see your face, you better disappear"
They don't want to see him and strongly urge him to vanish

The fire's in their eyes and their words are really clear
Their intense anger is evident in their eyes and their words are unmistakable

So beat it, just beat it
Therefore, he should leave immediately without hesitation

You better run, you better do what you can
He should make an effort to escape and do whatever he can to survive

Don't wanna see no blood, don't be a macho man
They don't want any violence or bloodshed, so he shouldn't try to act tough

You wanna be tough, better do what you can
If he wants to appear strong, he should utilize any means available

So beat it, but you wanna be bad
Therefore, he should leave the situation, even though he may have the desire to act rebellious

No one wants to be defeated
Nobody desires to be conquered or overcome

Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
Demonstrating the uniqueness and resilience of his struggle

It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The question of who is correct or mistaken is irrelevant

Just beat it (beat it)
Simply leave the situation

Just beat it (beat it, uh)
Simply leave the situation

They're out to get you, better leave while you can
They have ill intentions towards him, so it's best to depart immediately

Don't wanna be a boy, you wanna be a man
Rather than being perceived as immature, he aspires to be seen as a grown man

You wanna stay alive, better do what you can
If he desires to survive, he should make efforts accordingly

So beat it, just beat it
Thus, he should leave the situation without hesitation

You have to show them that you're really not scared
He must prove to them that he isn't genuinely afraid

You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
He's endangering his life, and this situation shouldn't be treated as a game

They'll kick you, then they'll beat you
They will harm him physically by kicking and assaulting him

Then they'll tell you it's fair
Afterwards, they will justify their actions as being just or acceptable

So beat it, but you wanna be bad
Hence, he should leave the situation, even though he may have the desire to act rebellious

Just beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
Simply leave the situation

No one wants to be defeated
Nobody desires to be conquered or overcome

Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
Demonstrating the uniqueness and resilience of his struggle

It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The question of who is correct or mistaken is irrelevant

Just beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
Simply leave the situation

No one wants to be defeated
Nobody desires to be conquered or overcome

Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
Demonstrating the uniqueness and resilience of his struggle

It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The question of who is correct or mistaken is irrelevant

Just beat it (beat it, beat it, beat it)
Simply leave the situation

Beat it (beat it, beat it)
Leave the situation

Beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
Leave the situation

No one wants to be defeated
Nobody desires to be conquered or overcome

Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
Demonstrating the uniqueness and resilience of his struggle

It doesn't matter who's wrong or right (who's right)
The question of who is correct or mistaken is irrelevant

Just beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
Simply leave the situation

No one wants to be defeated (no one)
Nobody desires to be conquered or overcome

Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
Demonstrating the uniqueness and resilience of his struggle

It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The question of who is correct or mistaken is irrelevant

Just beat it (beat it), beat it (beat it)
Simply leave the situation

No one wants to be defeated (oh, no)
Nobody desires to be conquered or overcome