Limp Bizkit

Lyrics

[Intro (Video version only)]
"Mr. Durst?"
"Yeah?"
"We need your help. Pulling into the diner about now should be four top-secret agents. One of them is carrying a briefcase. Your mission is to obtain the disc from the briefcase."

[Verse 1]
All the tension in the world today
All the little girls fillin' up the world today
When the good comes to bad, the bad comes to good
But I'ma live my life like I should (Like I should)
Now all the critics wanna hit it
Ya shit can how we did it, just because they don't get it
But I'll stay fitted, new era committed
Now this red cap gets a rap from these critics
But do we always gotta cry?
Do we always gotta live inside a lie?
Life's just a blast that's movin' really fast
You better stay on top or life will kick you in the ass
Follow me into a solo
Remember that, kid? So what you wanna do?
And where you gonna run when you're starin' down the cable of a
Mic pointed at your grill like a gun?
Limp Bizkit is rockin' the set
It's like Russian Roulette, when you're placin', you bet
So don't be upset when you're broke and you're done
'Cause I'ma be the one till I jet (I'ma be the one till I jet)
[Chorus 1]
I know why you wanna hate me
I know why you wanna hate me
I know why you wanna hate me
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately
I know why you wanna hate me (Wanna hate me)
I know why you wanna hate me (Wanna hate me)
Now I know why you wanna hate me
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!

[Refrain]
And now you wanna hate me!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!
And now you wanna hate me!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!

[Verse 2: Fred Durst]
Does anybody really know the secret?
Or the combination for this life and where they keep it?
It's kinda sad when you don't know the meanin'
But everything happens for a reason (Everything happens for a reason)
I don't even know what I should say
'Cause I'm an idiot, a loser, microphone abuser
I analyze every second I exist
Beatin' up my mind every second with my fists
And everybody wanna run (Wanna run)
Everybody wanna hide from the gun (Hide from the gun)
You can take that ride through this life, if you want
But you can't take the edge off the knife (No, sir!)
And now you want your money back (Your money back)
But you're denied 'cause your brain's fried from the sack
And there ain't nothin' I can do
'Cause life is a lesson, you learn it when you're through
[Chorus 1]
I know why you wanna hate me
I know why you wanna hate me
I know why you wanna hate me
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately
I know why you wanna hate me (Wanna hate me)
I know why you wanna hate me (Wanna hate me)
Now I know why you wanna hate me
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!

[Refrain]
And now you wanna hate me!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!
And now you wanna hate me!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!

[Bridge]
(Shhhhhh...)
Now I know why
Now I know why (I know why you wanna hate me)
Now I know why (I know why you wanna hate me)
Now I know why (I know why you wanna hate me)

[Chorus 2]
Now I know why you wanna hate me!
Now I know why you wanna hate me!
Now I know why you wanna hate me!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!
'Cause hate is all the world has even seen lately!
[Outro (Video version only)]
"Hello?"
"Mr. Durst? Abort the mission, the man in the diner had decoys. Thanks anyway."
"This message will self-destruct in five seconds."

Get ready to experience the hard-hitting rap-rock fusion that is Take a Look Around by Limp Bizkit, a song that challenges critics while exploring the complex feelings that arise from sudden fame and unwarranted hate. This track proves why Limp Bizkit is one of the kings of nu-metal, with its catchy hooks, intense guitar riffs, and Fred Durst’s dynamic vocals.

About Take a Look Around

Released in 2000, Take a Look Around is a song that embodies Limp Bizkit’s signature sound and style. This song is a statement of defiance against those who would dismiss the band’s talent and vision, with Durst rapping, “Why you wanna hate me? / Or why you wanna judge me? / Or why you wanna criticize me? / Cause I'm a human being, just like you.” The song’s lyrics are both introspective and aggressive, reflecting Durst’s emotional turmoil as he navigates the pitfalls of fame and fortune.

Take a Look Around is also notable for appearing on the soundtrack for the movie Mission: Impossible 2, which helped introduce the band to a wider audience. The song’s catchy chorus and killer guitar riff drew fans in, while the lyrics spoke to the central themes of the movie, which revolved around betrayal, espionage, and intrigue. The fact that the guitar riff was inspired by Lalo Schifrin’s iconic Mission: Impossible theme only adds to the song’s cool factor and overall feel.

Take a Look Around is a perfect example of Limp Bizkit’s ability to blend different genres of music, from rock and metal to hip-hop and punk. The band’s unique style and sound emerged during the late 90s and early 2000s, and Take a Look Around is a testament to their legacy and influence. The song is packed full of energy and intensity, with Durst’s rapid-fire lyrics and DJ Lethal’s turntable scratches adding to the overall vibe.

Another standout feature of this song is the interplay between Durst’s vocals and the guitar work of Wes Borland, who delivers some incredible solos and riffage throughout the track. The two musicians have a chemistry that is undeniable, and it shines through on Take a Look Around. The song is also noteworthy for its catchy chorus, which will undoubtedly have you singing along after just one listen.

Take a Look Around is a song that speaks to the struggles and triumphs of achieving fame in the music industry, and it’s a testament to Limp Bizkit’s talent and creativity. With its killer groove, catchy lyrics, and rock-solid instrumentation, this is a track that will stand the test of time and continue to inspire fans for years to come.

So, if you’re in the mood for some hard-hitting nu-metal, look no further than Take a Look Around by Limp Bizkit. This song is a perfect example of the band at their best, and it’s guaranteed to get you pumped up and ready for anything.

• Release Date: May 30, 2000
• Artist: Limp Bizkit