Can't you see i'm easily bothered by persistence
one step from LASHING out at you...
you want in to get under my skin
and call yourself a friend
i've got more friends like you
what do i do?
is there no standard anymore?
what it takes, who i am, where i've been
belong
you can't be something you're not
be yourself, by yourself
stay away from me
a lesson learned in life
known from the dawn of time
Re-spect, walk
what did you say?!
Re-spect, walk, are you talking to me?
Are you talking to me?
Run your mouth when i'm not around
it's easy to achieve
you cry to weak friends that sympathize
Can you hear the violins playing your song?
those same friends tell me your every word
is there no standard anymore?
what it takes, who i am, where i've been
belong
you can't be something you're not
be yourself, by yourself
stay away from me
a lesson learned in life
known from the dawn of time
Re-spect, walk
what did you say?!
Re-spect, walk, are you talking to me?
Re-spect, walk
what did you say?!
Re-spect, walk, are you talking to me?
Are you talking to me?
no way punk
Re-spect, walk
what did you say?!
Re-spect, walk, are you talking to me?
Re-spect, walk
what did you say?!
Re-spect, walk
Are you talking to me?
Are you talking to me?!
Walk on home, boy!
About This Song
"Walk" is Pantera's aggressive anthem about demanding respect and setting personal boundaries, built around the commanding refrain of "respect, walk." The song expresses frustration with fake friends and people who try to manipulate or take advantage, with Phil Anselmo's vocals delivering a fierce message about standing up for oneself and walking away from toxic relationships. Musically, it showcases Pantera's signature groove metal style with Dimebag Darrell's crushing guitar riffs and a rhythmic heaviness that perfectly matches the confrontational lyrics. The track became one of Pantera's most recognizable songs and a defining moment in 1990s metal, capturing the band's ability to blend brutal musicianship with relatable themes of personal empowerment and self-respect.
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