What is get down or laydown?

"Get down or lay down" is a phrase originating from street culture that essentially means to submit or face the consequences. It is often used to intimidate or threaten someone into compliance. The phrase implies that if you don't obey or follow orders, you will be forced to lay down (as in, lie down in defeat or submission) or face the consequences. It is commonly associated with the idea of either surrendering or fighting back. The phrase has also been popularized in various forms of media, such as music and movies, often in contexts related to crime or gang culture.