"Life Alert (Megaman Remix)" by Upchurch is a rap song that showcases the artist's bravado and lyrical prowess. The lyrics contain aggressive and boastful statements, as well as some violent and provocative imagery. The song primarily revolves around Upchurch's confidence in his skills as a rapper and his disregard for critics or haters. The opening line, "My career has fallen and I can't get it up," suggests that the artist feels his career may have hit a low point. However, he quickly dismisses this notion and replies with humor by referencing Life Alert, a medical alert system for the elderly. The line "This is a shot from a rifle, just know I don't fuck around" asserts Upchurch's seriousness and unwillingness to be taken lightly. He proceeds to compare the rap game to McDonald's, implying that it has become overrun with mediocre artists who are clowns or burglars. Upchurch mocks his detractors by saying he now serves "Happy Meals for free," insinuating that his success and talent make his competition irrelevant. He hopes they choke on a toy, adding a dark and twisted element to his words. The following lyrics express Upchurch's determination to excel, claiming that he would resort to extreme measures to succeed. He references putting someone's heart in a blender and putting their remains in a V-8 bottle. These lines are metaphorical, emphasizing his willingness to go to great lengths to ensure his dominance in the rap industry. He dismisses criticisms about his appearance and weight, confidently stating that he has no intentions of changing his career path or style. The mentioning of riots and magazines attempting to belittle him suggests that he has had to face adversities throughout his career. He takes pride in being the target of other rappers' attempts to undermine him, seeing it as a form of flattery. Upchurch boasts about his ability to create captivating music and maintain his own unique style. He likens himself to a "Y2K virus" and claims to be burning rhymes like an action-packed masterpiece. He challenges others to break his track record and compares himself to a force of nature, ready to overcome any obstacle. The lyrics also contain references to drug use, partying, and his rebellious and wild persona. He acknowledges that his behavior may be unpredictable and even violent, but he justifies it as an artistic expression of his thoughts and experiences. Towards the end, Upchurch criticizes those who imitate or copy his style, suggesting that they are basic and lack originality. He uses strong language to convey his contempt for them, emphasizing his complexity as an artist compared to their simplicity. The song concludes with the repeated phrase "Life Alert" followed by the word "Church." "Life Alert" could be interpreted as a symbol of power or a warning to those who underestimate Upchurch. "Church" is the artist's signature catchphrase, which he often uses in his songs and social media to assert his dominance and signify his status as a leader in his genre.
