Leaving Babylon
311 · Soundsystem
Leaving this Babylon
I said I'm leaving this babylon
I'm leaving this Babylon
I will not be too long now
I will not be too long
Since my people are starvin'
But your money's runnin'
I said my people are starvin'
But your money's runnin'
I see a dollar dollar tucked down real low
You ain't got nothin' to show
Gun step right to the door
Not gonna come back no more
Cause the politician lied
The mama just did cry, and nothin ever gonna change
My father just design
My sister just allign
I ain't got nothin to think no more
Well I say
Well I say
Not take that goal away
Not to dread me today
Leaving Babylon
Leaving Babylon stands as a defining track on 311's 2006 album, Soundsystem. The song captures the band's signature fusion of rock, reggae, and hip-hop influences, showcasing their ability to blend heavy guitar riffs with laid-back rhythms. Released during a period where the group continued to refine their eclectic sound, the recording reflects themes of escape and movement that resonate throughout their discography. As part of the Soundsystem era, the track highlights the band's evolution while maintaining the energetic yet introspective qualities that have defined their career. It remains a notable song in their extensive catalogue, demonstrating the versatility that has secured their place in alternative rock and reggae fusion.