Set It Off
P.O.D. · Satellite [2001]
Our time has come watch me set it off
It's been a while but we back
So you can count it loss
We lie and wait don't hesitate
When opportunity knocks
Break the locks and rush the gates
Seize the day we got moves to make
It's got to be now
Cause we're half past late
Say what you say but you aint shown me nothin
If you want me to feel you
Then you best to show me something
All bark and no bite talking all hype
I hang with the illest
You I don't recognize
Desensitize and paralyze
Sabotage headquarters
Flood your bloodlines, we sterilize
Here we come
Chat down dem Babylon
The wicked man when he sees me I go run
Me understand
Why dem cowards don't want none
Underground blaze the sound to Armageddon
Our time has come
(chorus 2X)
RISE- Let your spirit fly
RISE- Stand up for yourself
RISE- Hold your head up high
Our time has come
Set it off
Choose my battles unravel your crew
Dismantle they still cant handle or fathom
What I throw at 'em
I can't imagine they babblin'
Acting like I'm laughing, don't find it funny
But I smile at your sarcasm
You plastic, so tragic, you fake
So you mask it, no gimmicks, no antics
We real and we've outlasted
Your phoniness, so you best to come correct
You want to disrespect
Why do cowards talk the loudest
Papa didn't raise no punk
On everything I love, if you ready
Then come and get it son
Overpower the strong tower
Infiltrate top ranks
Count down the final hour
Here we come
Chant down dem Babylon
The wicked man when he sees me I got run
Me understand
Why dem cowards don't want none
Underground blaze the sound to Armageddon
Our time has come
(chorus 2x)
Rise
(3x)
(Let your spirit fly)
We made it, We made it
We made it this far
(Let your spirit fly)
Don't you quit, don't you quit
Don't you quit on me
Rise (3x)
Set it off
(Chorus)
(continue until end of song)
It's been a while but we back
So you can count it loss
We lie and wait don't hesitate
When opportunity knocks
Break the locks and rush the gates
Seize the day we got moves to make
It's got to be now
Cause we're half past late
Say what you say but you aint shown me nothin
If you want me to feel you
Then you best to show me something
All bark and no bite talking all hype
I hang with the illest
You I don't recognize
Desensitize and paralyze
Sabotage headquarters
Flood your bloodlines, we sterilize
Here we come
Chat down dem Babylon
The wicked man when he sees me I go run
Me understand
Why dem cowards don't want none
Underground blaze the sound to Armageddon
Our time has come
(chorus 2X)
RISE- Let your spirit fly
RISE- Stand up for yourself
RISE- Hold your head up high
Our time has come
Set it off
Choose my battles unravel your crew
Dismantle they still cant handle or fathom
What I throw at 'em
I can't imagine they babblin'
Acting like I'm laughing, don't find it funny
But I smile at your sarcasm
You plastic, so tragic, you fake
So you mask it, no gimmicks, no antics
We real and we've outlasted
Your phoniness, so you best to come correct
You want to disrespect
Why do cowards talk the loudest
Papa didn't raise no punk
On everything I love, if you ready
Then come and get it son
Overpower the strong tower
Infiltrate top ranks
Count down the final hour
Here we come
Chant down dem Babylon
The wicked man when he sees me I got run
Me understand
Why dem cowards don't want none
Underground blaze the sound to Armageddon
Our time has come
(chorus 2x)
Rise
(3x)
(Let your spirit fly)
We made it, We made it
We made it this far
(Let your spirit fly)
Don't you quit, don't you quit
Don't you quit on me
Rise (3x)
Set it off
(Chorus)
(continue until end of song)
Set It Off
P.O.D.'s 2001 single "Set It Off" serves as a high-energy anthem from their debut album, *Satellite*. The track exemplifies the group's signature blend of Southern hip-hop and rock instrumentation, characterized by driving guitars and a rhythmic, aggressive flow. Released during the height of the nu-metal and rap-rock movement, the song captures the raw intensity and rebellious spirit that defined the era. It stands as a cornerstone of the band's early discography, showcasing their ability to fuse diverse musical elements into a cohesive and impactful recording that resonated with audiences seeking a powerful sonic experience.