It's Going Down
The X-Ecutioners feat. Linkin Park & Static X Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴

I knew I was being threatened
Do you think it's worth holding out'
I mean I've heard some pretty ugly things about those guys
Ugly stories

"Watch them flee.. watch them flee" *scratches*
"Rap up" *scratches*
"Watch them flee" *scratches*
"Hip-Hop hits" *scratches*
"And you do it like this"

It's going down
The rhythm projects 'round the next sound
Reflects the complex hybrid dialect now
Detect the mesh of many elements compressed down
The melting pot of a super-futureesque style
The combination of a vocal caress
With lungs that gasp for breath
From emotional stress
With special effects
And a distorted collage
Carefully lodged between beats of rhythmic barrage

[Pre-Chorus](2x)
It's going down
The logical progression on a the timeline
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Take you on an audible odyssey
Now it's going down

It's going down
The logical progression on a the timeline
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Take you on an audible odyssey
Now it's going down

[Chorus x2]
"Put put.. put it up" *scratches*
"I said it goes like this" *scratches*
"And you do it like this" *scratches*
It's going down

Once again it is
Composed sentences all together venomous
The four elements of natural force
Projected daily through the sound of the source
Everybody on board with this blend
The sword with the pen
The mightiest is the weapons
Swinging right from the chin
The elevate of mental states
Long gone with the wind
To defend men for shoddy imitation pretends
It's going down
Stalence emulation readily
Trekking through the weaponry
Of the pure pedigree
Cleverly seeing through whatever is ahead of me
Whatever the weather be
We invent the steadily
It's going down to sub-terrestrial high
I rhyme regiment that's calling the shots
Execution of collaborative plots
Ready to bring the separation of style to a stop

It's going down
The logical progression on a the timeline
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Take you on an audible odyssey
Now it's going down

[Chorus x2]

"X-men 'bout to blast of world wide" *scratches*
Yo it's request only *scratches*
"X-men 'bout to blast of world wide" *scratches*
It's built from scratch
Album in stores soon
"'Bout to blast off world wide" *scratches*
"And you do it like this"

It's going down

[Chorus x2]

"Put put.. put it up" *scratches*
"I said it goes like this" *scratches*
"And you do it like this" *scratches*
It's going down





Like this

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "It's Going Down" by The X-Ecutioners feat. Linkin Park & Static X describe the merging of different musical elements and the creation of a new style of music. The song discusses the various influences that have been combined to create this new sound, and the vocalist reflects on the process of creating this complex hybrid dialect.


The opening lyrics of the song suggest a threat or danger, and the vocalist questions whether it's worth holding out against those who are making these threats. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which discusses the challenges of creating a new type of music and the potential risks involved.


As the song progresses, the lyrics turn to reflect on the various elements that have been combined to create this new style of music. The vocalist describes the combination of vocal elements, special effects, and distorted sounds, all blended together to create a unique sound.


The chorus of the song is a series of scratches and samples, driving home the central message of the song: that this new style of music is coming together and it's about to explode onto the scene.


Overall, "It's Going Down" is a powerful and introspective song that reflects on the process of creating something new and unique. It celebrates the blending of different elements to create a new sound that captures the spirit of the times.


Line by Line Meaning

I knew I was being threatened
I was aware of the danger posed towards me


Do you think it's worth holding out'
Do you believe it's worth persevering through this situation?


I mean I've heard some pretty ugly things about those guys
I have heard negative information about the individuals in question


Watch them flee.. watch them flee
Observe them run away in fear


Rap up
Finish with the rapping segment


Watch them flee
Notice them escape in fright


Hip-Hop hits
Hip-hop music is being played


And you do it like this
Perform it in this manner


It's going down
The events are unfolding as anticipated


The rhythm projects 'round the next sound
The beat advances towards the following sound


Reflects the complex hybrid dialect now
Expresses the intricate mix of various languages and cultures


Detect the mesh of many elements compressed down
Identify the interweaving of multiple components consolidated together


The melting pot of a super-futureesque style
Combining different styles to create something new and futuristic


The combination of a vocal caress
The blending of a smooth singing voice


With lungs that gasp for breath
While struggling to regain their breath


From emotional stress
Due to the emotional distress


With special effects
Including special audio features added


And a distorted collage
Together with a distorted mixture


Carefully lodged between beats of rhythmic barrage
Neatly placed in the midst of an onslaught of musical beats


The separation narrowed down to a fine line
The distinction between the two is almost undetectable


To blur the edges so they blend together properly
To make the transitions between the two styles more seamless


Take you on an audible odyssey
Bring you on a sonic journey


Once again it is
It is happening once more


Composed sentences all together venomous
Crafted sentences collectively hostile


The four elements of natural force
The four fundamental pieces that make up the universe


Projected daily through the sound of the source
Displayed consistently through the tone of the music


Everybody on board with this blend
Everyone is united in this amalgamation


The sword with the pen
The power of words and the might of an army


The mightiest is the weapons
The most powerful weapon is strength and determination


Swinging right from the chin
Delivering a strong punch aimed at the jaw


The elevate of mental states
The ability to raise one's consciousness


Long gone with the wind
It has been lost to time


To defend men for shoddy imitation pretends
To protect individuals from poor attempts to emulate something


It's going down to sub-terrestrial high
It is descending to a level beyond the normal


I rhyme regiment that's calling the shots
I am providing the structure for the rhyming pattern


Execution of collaborative plots
Carrying out a shared plan


Ready to bring the separation of style to a stop
Prepared to end the differences in musical styles


X-men 'bout to blast of world wide
The X-Men are about to make a global impact


Yo it's request only
This is only available upon special request


It's built from scratch
It has been created from the ground up


'Bout to blast off world wide
About to launch into the world with immense force


And you do it like this
This is how you perform it


Put put.. put it up
Make some noise and put your hands up


I said it goes like this
This is how the music should be played


It's going down
The situation is intensifying




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CHADRON MOORE, JASIEL ROBINSON

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

Genre not found
Artist not found
Album not found
Song not found
Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@asoncalledjoshua2210

@Aaron DX
Eagles don't Care about the opinions of flies.
What I said is the cold truth.
You don't have to agree.
That's irrelevant.
It's hard to hear and hard to stomach.
I know.
But it does change the truth.
Stop letting you're emotions overtake logic & truth.



@Shreyy17

[Woman:]
I knew I was being threatened
Do you think it was worth holding out?
I mean I've heard some pretty ugly things about those guys
Ugly stories

[X-ecutioners:]
Watch them flee...
Watch them flee
Watch, watch, watch them flee
Hip-hop hits
And you do it like this

It's going down [7x]

[Mike Shinoda:]
It's going down
The rhythm projects 'round the next sound
Reflects the complex hybrid dialect now
Detects the mesh of many elements compressed down
The melting pot of a super-futuresque style
The combination of a vocal caress
With lungs that gasp for breath
From emotional stress
With special effects
And a distorted collage
Carefully lodged between beats of rhythmic barrage

It's going down
The logical progression on the timeline
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Take you on an audible odyssey

Now it's going down
A logical progression on the timeline
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Take you on an audible odyssey
Now it's going down

[X-Ecutioners with Mike Shinoda:]
Put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
It's going down
Nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
It's going down
[2x]

I said it goes like this
And you do it like this
It's going down

[Mike Shinoda:]
Once again it is
Composed sentences
All together venomous
The four elements of natural force
Projected daily through the sound of the source
Everybody on board as we blend
The sword with the pen
The mightiest the weapons
Swinging right from the chin
To elevate of mental states
Long gone with the wind
To defend men from shoddy imitation pretends

It's going down
Style assimilation readily
Trekking through the weaponry
Of the pure pedigree
Cleverly seeing through whatever is ahead of me
Whatever the weather be
We invent it steadily

It's going down sub-terrestrial high
I rhyme regiment that's calling the shots
Execution of collaborative plots
Ready to bring the separation of style to a stop

It's going down
The logical progression on the timeline
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Take you on an audible odyssey
Now it's going down

[X-Ecutioners with Mike Shinoda:]
Put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's going down)
Nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
(It's going down)
[2x]

[X-ecutioners:]
X-men 'bout to blast off world wide
X-men 'bout to blast off world wide
And you do it like this
'Bout to blast off world wide
It's going down

[X-Ecutioners with Mike Shinoda:]
Put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
It's going down
Nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
It's going down
[2x]

It's going down [7x]

[X-ecutioners:]
Put, put, put it up
I said it goes like this
It's going down
And you do it like this
It's going down
Put, put, put it up
I said it goes like this
It's going down
And you do it like this

[X-ecutioners, Mike Shinoda:]
Like this
Like this
Like this
Like this
Like this



All comments from YouTube:

@DrBeauHightower

The absolute peak of nu metal

@adalastimosa8501

Hello mr buff man

@dark_mode

And what a glorious time it was! 😭

@richmemorypeterson9967

This is good but I believe it peaked a couple years earlier with korn /deftones and a few others..I miss those days most music today sux ass.

@roberttange805

linkin park is a casting band . never wrote a a single rhyme or note.
its a shame to see such major label selling donkey posts

@dark_mode

@robert tange bro you posted a cringe

45 More Replies...

@joschea5925

I love this period of music, where Rock and hip hop were just cool with each and everyone appeared in songs, videos and even toured together. What a time.

@enigmalfidelity

Now it's all the little brothers and kids of those amazing artists, trying to get a leg up with 0 talent. LOL

@williammunny9916

Matthew 11.28 Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."
Luke 19.10 for the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.”
Jesus Christ loves you. Repent and be saved. Only Jesus Christ saves. God bless you, and the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family.

@DrVonNostrand

Republicans ruined this for us

More Comments

More Versions