BEAT IT
The Funky Groove Connection Lyrics

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They told him don't you ever come around here
Don't want to 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 want to see no blood, don't be a macho man
You want to be tough, better do what you can
So beat it, but you want to 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
They're out to get you, better leave while you can
Don't want to be a boy, you want to be a man
You want to 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 beat you,
Then they'll tell you it's fair
So beat it, but you want to 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
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
No one wants to be defeated
Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
It doesn't matter who's wrong or who's 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
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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Beat It" by The Funky Groove Connection convey a message of resistance and empowerment. The song speaks to the singer facing a hostile environment where they are told they are not welcomed, that they should disappear. The fire in the eyes of those around them is a clear indication of the animosity they face. The lyrics encourage the singer to stand up for themselves, to not back down, and to beat it, to leave the situation.

The song emphasizes the importance of running away, doing whatever is necessary to avoid physical confrontation. The lyrics suggest that it is better to be smart and tough than to resort to violence. The singer is encouraged to demonstrate their strength by not being scared, by playing with their life and taking risks. The song warns of the repercussions of standing up against the opposition, as they will kick and beat you, claiming it is fair. Despite this, the singer is urged to be bad if they want to survive and overcome the challenges they face.

"Beat It" reinforces the idea of not wanting to be defeated and showcases the singer's fight and resilience. It emphasizes the importance of showing strength, regardless of who is right or wrong. The song conveys the message that it doesn't matter what others think or say; what matters is standing up for oneself and demonstrating perseverance and determination.

Line by Line Meaning

They told him don't you ever come around here
He was warned not to visit that place

Don't want to see your face, you better disappear
They don't want to see him and want him to leave

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

So beat it, just beat it
He should leave immediately

You better run, you better do what you can
He should run away and take whatever actions possible

Don't want to see no blood, don't be a macho man
They don't want any violence or aggression

You want to be tough, better do what you can
If he wants to appear strong, he should take action

So beat it, but you want to be bad
He should leave, even though he wants to stay and be rebellious

Just beat it, beat it, beat it, beat it
He should leave repeatedly and quickly

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

Showin' how funky and strong is your fight
By fighting back, he is demonstrating his style and strength

It doesn't matter who's wrong or right
The issue of right or wrong is irrelevant

Just beat it, beat it
He should leave immediately

They're out to get you, better leave while you can
They are plotting against him, so he should leave as soon as possible

Don't want to be a boy, you want to be a man
They don't want him to be weak, but to show maturity

You want to stay alive, better do what you can
In order to survive, he should take action

You have to show them that you're really not scared
He needs to prove that he is not afraid

You're playin' with your life, this ain't no truth or dare
Taking risks with his life is not a game

They'll kick you, then they beat you,
They will physically harm and attack him

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

So beat it, but you want to be bad
He should leave, even though he desires to be rebellious