H! Vltg3(Ft. EvidenceDJ Babu
Linkin Park Lyrics


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Sometimes, sometimes, sometimes, sometimes....

Hybrid
I've been diggin in crates ever since I was livin in space
Before the rat race, before monkeys had human traits
I mastered numerology, big band theology, performed lobotomies with telekanetic psychology
Invented the mic to so I can start blessin it
Chin-checkin' kids to make my point like an impressionist
Many men have tried to shake us
But I twist mic chords like double helixes to show them what I'm made of
I buckle knees like leg braces, cast a spell of instrumentalist on all of you MC's who hate us
So you can try on, leave you without a shoulder to cry on
From now to infinite, let icon be bygones
I fire bombs, ghostly notes haunt this
I tried threats, but moved on to a promise
I stomp shit with or without an accomplice
And run the guantlett with whoever that wants this

High voltage
This is the unforgettable sound
High voltage
Bringin you up and takin you down
High voltage
Comin at you from every side
High voltage
Making the rhythm and rhyme collide

Akira, I've put a kink in the backbones, of clones, with microphones
Never satisfied my rhymes jones
Spraying bright day over what you might say
My blood types krylon, Technicolor type A
On highways write with road rage
Cages a win, cages a tin, that bounce all around
Surround sound
Devouring the scenes
Subliminal gangrene paintings, over all the same things
Sing songs karaoke copy bullshit
Break bones verbally with sticks and stones tactics
Forth dimension, compact convention
Write rhymes with ease while the track stands at attention
Ment to put you away, with the pencil
Pistol, official, sixteen line, a rhyme missile
While you risk your all
I pick out at your flaws
Spitting rah blah, blah, blah you can say you saw

High voltage
This is the unforgettable sound
High voltage
Bringin you up and takin you down
High voltage
Comin at you from every side
High voltage
Making the rhythm and rhyme collide
High voltage
This is the unforgettable sound
High voltage
Bringin you up and takin you down
High voltage
Comin at you from every side
High voltage
Making the rhythm and rhyme collide

Who's the man, the man in your hand over your land
Roving over man's bolding when he's jammin your plans ova
I am vics clorousos, the most ferocious
When I spy my third eye, it's extremely high voltage
That's why I need ruby corks glasses, cause when I glance at the chest
Then I might blast the masses
Subliminals transmitted through piano
Integrated in flow, calculated to nano
My IU skills are when I mean plea sees the rhyme I hear as I proceed through time
I walk through the walls and the inanimate obstacles
While educed to the reduction of cells and molecules
I bring the knowledge the you swallow like the state of hologram
I bot your head, fat your lip like collagen
A telepath of the another verse with no postage
Mike Shinoda, we are high voltage

High voltage
This is the unforgettable sound
High voltage
Bringin you up and takin you down
High voltage
Comin at you from every side
High voltage
Making the rhythm and rhyme collide
High voltage
This is the unforgettable sound
High voltage
Bringin you up and takin' you down
High voltage
Comin at you from every side
High voltage




Making the rhythm and rhyme collide
Linkin Park [being scratched over, and over again]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the song H! Vltg3 by Linkin Park are a reflection of the group's identity as creators of a new genre of music that mixes hip-hop and rock genres. The song is performed with high energy and is marked by a pounding beat, zigzagging rhythms, and furious rapping. In the first verse, Mike Shinoda asserts his authority as a rapper and brags about being able to twist microphone cords like double helixes, using big band theology, and numerology to dominate his opponents. This is a reference to his powerful rhyming skills and the influence of various ideologies on his music.


He also asserts the group's superiority over other MC's who hate them, promising to stomp them with or without an accomplice. The second verse is performed by Ryu, who is equally confident in his rapping skills. He brags about being able to spray bright day over what others might say, compares his blood types to krylon, and writes rhymes with ease while the track stands at attention. He is also quick to put down his opponents, using sticks and stones tactics to break their bones.


The chorus of the song, "High Voltage" is repeated several times, representing the energy and power of the music. The song also features Akira, who asserts his authority as a rapper and references his third eye, which he claims is "extremely high voltage." He also promises to blast the masses with his rhymes and subliminals before giving way to Shinoda's rapping.


Line by Line Meaning

Hybrid
The singer is describing themselves as a hybrid, a mixture of different skills and talents.


I've been diggin in crates ever since I was livin in space
The singer has been collecting vinyl records for a long time.


Before the rat race, before monkeys had human traits
The singer is referencing a time before society became too focused on material possessions.


I mastered numerology, big band theology, performed lobotomies with telekanetic psychology
The artist is highly skilled in various areas including numerology, religious studies, and psychology.


Invented the mic to so I can start blessin it
The artist invented the microphone to enable them to showcase their music and talent.


Chin-checkin' kids to make my point like an impressionist
The singer is saying that they are using their music to prove their point, much like an artist uses their art.


Many men have tried to shake us
The singer has faced many challenges from others.


But I twist mic chords like double helixes to show them what I'm made of
The artist is proud of their musical talent and skill.


I buckle knees like leg braces, cast a spell of instrumentalist on all of you MC's who hate us
The artist is saying that they have the power to intimidate those who disrespect them.


So you can try on, leave you without a shoulder to cry on
The artist is warning those who try to compete with them that they will not be there to support them if they fail.


From now to infinite, let icon be bygones
The singer is saying that their legacy will live on long after they are gone.


I fire bombs, ghostly notes haunt this
The artist is saying that their music is explosive and disturbing.


I tried threats, but moved on to a promise
The singer has tried to intimidate others with threats, but is now making promises instead.


I stomp shit with or without an accomplice
The singer is able to accomplish their goals without the help of others.


And run the guantlett with whoever that wants this
The singer is willing to take on any challenge.


High voltage
The artist is making a proclamation about their music being heavy and intense.


This is the unforgettable sound
The artist is confident that their music will leave a lasting impression.


Bringin you up and takin you down
The singer's music will take you on a rollercoaster ride of emotions.


Comin at you from every side
The singer's music will surround you.


Making the rhythm and rhyme collide
The artist's music blends together seamlessly.


Akira, I've put a kink in the backbones, of clones, with microphones
The artist has challenged and defeated those who try to copy them.


Never satisfied my rhymes jones
The artist is constantly seeking to improve their music and lyrics.


Spraying bright day over what you might say
The singer creates positive music that brightens people's day.


My blood types krylon, Technicolor type A
The artist's creativity and passion for music is a part of their DNA.


On highways write with road rage
The singer is saying that they express their emotions through their music while on the road.


Cages a win, cages a tin, that bounce all around
The singer is saying that they are not limited by any physical or material constraints.


Surround sound
The singer's music envelops the listener.


Devouring the scenes
The artist is dominating the music industry.


Subliminal gangrene paintings, over all the same things
The artist is saying that their music is unique and stands out from others.


Sing songs karaoke copy bullshit
The singer is mocking those who copy others and are not original in their musical style.


Break bones verbally with sticks and stones tactics
The singer uses their words to hurt others.


Forth dimension, compact convention
The artist is creating a new type of music that is not limited by traditional conventions.


Write rhymes with ease while the track stands at attention
The artist is able to effortlessly create music that demands attention.


Ment to put you away, with the pencil
The artist's music is so powerful it can destroy their opponents.


Pistol, official, sixteen line, a rhyme missile
The singer's words are like a weapon that can destroy anyone who is not on their level.


While you risk your all
The artist is saying that others are willing to risk everything to be like them.


I pick out at your flaws
The singer is critiquing and pointing out the flaws of others.


Spitting rah blah, blah, blah you can say you saw
The singer is saying that their music is so unique it will leave a lasting impression on those who witness it.


Who's the man, the man in your hand over your land
The singer is asking who is in control of their own life.


Roving over man's bolding when he's jammin your plans ova
The artist is saying that they are in control, even in situations where others try to overpower them.


I am vics clorousos, the most ferocious
The artist is claiming to be the best and most talented.


When I spy my third eye, it's extremely high voltage
The singer's creativity and talent is so intense that it feels like electricity.


That's why I need ruby corks glasses, cause when I glance at the chest
The singer needs special glasses to handle the intensity of their creativity.


Then I might blast the masses
The artist's music has the potential to shake up the entire music industry.


Subliminals transmitted through piano
The artist uses subtle messaging in their music to convey deeper meanings.


Integrated in flow, calculated to nano
The artist's music is carefully crafted and engineered to create a seamless flow.


My IU skills are when I mean plea sees the rhyme I hear as I proceed through time
The singer is saying that they are skilled at matching the beat and flow of music.


I walk through the walls and the inanimate obstacles
The artist is able to overcome challenges that others cannot.


While educed to the reduction of cells and molecules
The singer is saying that others are focused on the smaller details, whereas they are thinking on a larger scale.


I bring the knowledge the you swallow like the state of hologram
The singer's music is educational and can help listeners gain deeper insights.


I bot your head, fat your lip like collagen
The singer's words are powerful and can cause physical reactions.


A telepath of the another verse with no postage
The artist is a pioneer of a new era of music.


Mike Shinoda, we are high voltage
The artist is introducing themselves as Mike Shinoda, the creator of high voltage music.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MIKE SHINODA, BRAD DELSON, JOSEPH HAHN, CHESTER CHARLES BENNINGTON, DEREK MURPHY, LORENZO DECHALUS, MAXWELL DIXON, ROBERT G. BOURDON, LAMONT HERBERT DOZIER

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Comments from YouTube:

@ironfossil9963

When Shinoda gets lyrically intellectual/ borderline nerdy, he's a helluva rapper. That opening verse came full force.

@nolandderlugner1351

yes, i like his new stuff alot but would love to hear some rap like this here :)

@el5eit467

@Kebin. D u can check other underrated albums like Rapology13 ( by mike and mr.hahn ) and We major, melitia EP...etc ( by fort minor )

@fukachan1412

mike shinoda is one of the most genius musicians I've known

@micahsouza8016

100% agree shinoda killed it in this song and a bunch of others too

@timothyjew8129

@EL5E IT Where can I find this album????? (mike and mr. hahn

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@mydecember8544

All versions of High Voltage are epic

@willm1596

I like the live version 2001

@rodrigoiriondo

The hybrid theory 2nd version is the best
And then the 1st version

@ondraspendlik9759

Well, since you're called High Voltage, I guess you're really in love with this song and all its variations. Let me ask you then. I'm working on becoming an artist and making my own music and I plan on performing some covers of LP songs in my future shows, as they are my favorite band and my biggest inspiration. I want to be a solo artist, so I have to make some adjustments. I first wanted to do Step Up, but the instrumental doesn't exist. I plan on doing Hands Held High (rap on instrumental with choir chorus singing cut into it), It's Going Down (rap to instrumental but cut everything after the second chorus) and High Voltage. I can't decide between Hybrid Theory and Reanimation version though (HT EP version doesn't have instrumental). Should I perform High Voltage, again rapping to instrumental but cutting everything after second chorus, or should I perform H! Vltg3, rapping Mike's two verses to an instrumental and write my own words for the third verse?

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