Alive
Beastie Boys
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(Mike D) We got rhyme selections in a wide array J'ai des bons bons pour vous mangez The party people scream oui oui, see'est vrai 'Cause I got a remote for my bidet (Adrock) A-d-are-o-see-k I use the microphone like Picasso used clay Down with freckles from around the way Peace to Bambata and Jazzy Jay (MCA) I rock on the mic from here to Bombay I give it my best and say come what may 'Cause everybody's got their dues to pay I'm looking side ways like my man Pele (Mike D) Getting on like Ali boom ba yay So fed up with racism today Time to speak up and not turn away Make the sun shine when it's cloudy and gray (chorus) Dip dip dive so socialize Open up your ears and clean out your eyes If you learn to love your in for a surprise It could be nice to be alive (Adrock) I'm taking doody rhymes to a brand new height I shine on the mic like UltraBright Created a monster with these rhymes I write Goatee metal rap please say goodnight (MCA) Now here's a little something you may not like My dj's name is Mix Master Mike It's a real pity that you people got to bite But I could understand because he sounds so nice (Mike D) Reading you the news cause I'm Country Mike Use a microphone like Shazam uses tights Try to keep clear of that hate and spite So I keep my mind still like the still of night (Adrock) Now who in the world do you want to fight? It's agianst the system we should unite Homophobics ain't alright If you learn to love then you might love life (chorus) (MCA) Now you can shuffle numbers but facts is facts So many billionares while so many lack So before the poor decide to react Come on party people and share up your stacks (Mike D) Now I'm a break it down to the brass tacks Do the Biz Mark and the cabbage patch You try to turn the key but then you broke the latch Sneak into my files for some rhymes to snatch (Adrock) I'd like to have a say on the income tax Don't want to help build bombs and that's the facts No money for health care so what's the catch? The man got you locked with the keys to the latch (MCA) Mike and Adam have got my back You bring the mics and we'll bring the raps Turn on the P.A. and rock your shack Don't smoke cheeba can't stand crack (chorus)
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Written by: Barry Alan Gibb, Maurice Ernest Gibb
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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13 facts about this song
Track Release"Alive" is a song by the American hip-hop group Beastie Boys that was released in 1999.
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Bonus TrackThis song is not part of any studio album, but rather a part of 'Beastie Boys Anthology: The Sounds Of Science,' which is a collection of Beastie Boys' greatest hits.
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Non-Album SingleDespite being a popular track, "Alive" was released as a non-album single.
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Music VideoThe music video of "Alive" is appreciated for its fun and energized presentation, directed by iconic video and film director Spike Jonze.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 11 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks and 28 on the UK Singles Charts.
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Song GenreFollowing Beastie Boys' style, "Alive" is described as a hip hop and rap rock song.
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Song LengthThe original version of "Alive" has a length of 3 minutes and 49 seconds.
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Song CompositionUnlike many of Beastie Boys' other songs, "Alive" prominently features vocals by all three band members.
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LyricsThe song features funky beats and lyrics that celebrate their continued success in the music industry, despite the changing trends and tastes.
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Anniversary CelebrationThe song was released to coincide with the band's 15th anniversary.
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Nostalgic Sampling"Alive" samples several of the Beastie Boys' earlier hits, serving as a nostalgic reminder of their musical journey.
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Vinyl ReleaseIn addition to CD and Digital formats, "Alive" was also released as a 7-inch and 12-inch vinyl.
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B-SideThe 'B-side' or secondary side of the "Alive" single features the track "You + Me Together".
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