It's Goin' Down
X-Ecutioners feat. Mike Shinoda & Mr. Hahn Lyrics
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Wa-wa-watch them flee, hip-hop heads
"And you do it like this"
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
(It's goin' down)
It's goin' down
The rhythm projects 'round the next sound
Reflects the complex hybrid dialect now
Detect the mesh of many elements compressed down
The meltin' 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 goin' 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 goin' 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 goin' down, put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
(It's goin' down) put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
(It's goin' down)
"Put it on"
"I said it goes like this"
"And you do it like this"
It's goin' 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 as we blend the sword with the pen
The mightiest of weapons swingin' right from the chin
The elevate of mental states long gone with the wind
To defend men for shoddy imitation pretends
It's goin' down
Style assimilation, readily
Trekkin' through the weaponry of a pure pedigree
Cleverly seein' through whatever is ahead of me
Whatever the weather be, we're advancin' steadily
It's goin' down to sub-terrestrial hot
I rhyme regiment that's callin' the shots
Execution of collaborative plots
Ready to bring the separation of style to a stop
It's goin' 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 goin' down, put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
(It's goin' down) put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
"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 goin' down, put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
(It's goin' down) put it out for the world to see
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
(It's goin' down)
(It's goin' down)
"Put it on, and it goes like this"
(It's goin' down)
"And you do it like this"
(It's goin' down)
"So put it on, and it goes like this"
(It's goin' down)
"And you do it like this"
"Like this"
"Like this"
"Like this"
"Like this"
"Like this"
"Like this"
"Like this"
The X-Ecutioners' "It's Goin' Down" is a song that celebrates the evolution of hip-hop and the diverse artists that have helped to shape the genre. The song tells the story of a "super-futuresque style" that reflects a "mesh of many elements compressed down" to create a unique hybrid dialect that incorporates different musical styles and influences. The lyrics suggest that this style is a logical progression of hip-hop's history and that it will continue to evolve and advance.
The song's chorus, "It's goin' down," refers to the inevitable progress of hip-hop and its continued evolution. The verses describe the different elements that make up this new style, including the use of special effects, vocal caresses, emotional stress, and distorted collages. The X-Ecutioners also emphasize their importance as artists, declaring that "nobody in the world is safe" when they "melt down the wax in your record crate." The song concludes with a series of repetitions of the chorus and calls to action, urging listeners to put it on and join in the celebration of hip-hop's progress.
Line by Line Meaning
Watch them flee, watch them flee
Observing those who can't handle the power of hip-hop music running away.
Wa-wa-watch them flee, hip-hop heads
The sight of hip-hop lovers being excitedly moved by the music scared off those who can't appreciate it.
"And you do it like this"
Instructions on how to proceed with the music.
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
The sound of the music is getting more intense and impactful.
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
Getting more intense and impactful than ever.
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
The music is reaching its climax and is about to explode.
(It's goin' down) it's goin' down
The intensity of the music is increasing and it's about to reach its breaking point.
It's goin' down
The complex hybrid dialect and mesh of various elements of hip-hop music are coming together and enthralling listeners.
The rhythm projects 'round the next sound
The rhythm beats are ready for the next sequence of lyrics.
Reflects the complex hybrid dialect now
Showing the various styles and sub-genres that comprise modern hip-hop music.
Detect the mesh of many elements compressed down
Analyzing the deep layers of different styles merged together to create a new style of music.
The meltin' pot of a super-futuresque style
Hip-hop music is a melting pot of new and futuristic techniques.
The combination of a vocal caress
The blending of various vocal styles in hip-hop music.
With lungs that gasp for breath from emotional stress
The intensity and raw emotions invested in hip-hop music.
With special effects and a distorted collage
Using special effects to produce distorted and collage-like sounds in the music.
Carefully lodged between beats of rhythmic barrage
The use of regular and irregular beats in hip-hop music, providing great variety for listeners.
A logical progression on the timeline
Hip-hop music has evolved logically and consistently over time.
The separation narrowed down to a fine line
The barrier between different hip-hop styles has become less and less prominent over time.
To blur the edges so they blend together properly
Different hip-hop styles are now intertwined and blended together harmoniously.
Take you on an audible odyssey, now
Hip-hop music creates an amazing journey for the listener.
It's goin' down, put it out for the world to see
The excitement and intensity of hip-hop music is so great that it needs to be shared with the whole world.
LP and X-Men to the 10th degree
The hip-hop groups LP and X-Men are bringing their music to a whole new level.
(It's goin' down) nobody in the world is safe
The power of hip-hop music can impact anyone and everyone.
When we melt down the wax in your record crate
Hip-hop music can be so intense and impactful that it can melt your physical record collection.
"Put it on"
Encouraging everyone to turn up the volume and listen closely to the music.
"I said it goes like this"
Reaffirming how the music should be experienced and enjoyed.
"And you do it like this"
Giving instructions on how to fully appreciate and enjoy the hip-hop music experience.
"'Bout to blast off world wide"
Their music is so powerful that it will soon be recognized universally.
"X-men 'bout to blast off world wide"
The hip-hop group X-Men is about to release some music that will impact the whole world.
"Like this"
A final affirmation of how the music should be experienced and enjoyed.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alvin Joiner, Joseph Hahn, Melvin Charles Bradford, Mike Shinoda
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jonnitti1
rip chester and wayne. absolute legends
@JusDOrange9470
rip Roc Raida, he's the second dj from the right, he's the founder of the band. he died in 2009.
@aaronmcentee3694
So many DJs have died over the last 3 years I can't think of all of them off the top of my head but Dj spinbad and Kay Slay the street sweeper are two that come to mind. Hip hop artists of any kind over the last 3 years. I'm wondering if the CIA gave DMX some covid laced crack cocaine. Wait, that's not what DMX was talking about when he said "X is gonna give it to ya" right? Preposterous that he would die from covid. That's like saying: N,o RZA didn't have anything to do with Old dirty's death
@loopmuziek1411
@@JusDOrange9470absolute legend
@jamieharrison1040
mike is so underrated
@matthanf6126
I agree. Still patiently waiting for him and EMIN3M to do one. Respect to LINKIN PARK ❤
@JBLiff77
Ripped in 2003. Rips in 2024! Will rip for all of time.
@Kiltano
Wayne Static is a Legend. ❤
@JayKhwaja
FOREVER MISSED 😢
@isaiahtobias15
My dad showed me this as a kid and I never knew Mike Shinoda was a lyricist like that