Lyrical Breakdown of Lost Somebody - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Lost Somebody" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

• Lyric Overview: Witness how A Tribe Called Quest weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Lost Somebody" is a testament to masterful songwriting.
• Rhyme and Rhythm Analysis: Our Lazyjot editor highlights the ingenious use of multi-syllabic rhymes and the rhythm pattern that A Tribe Called Quest employs. Understand the construction of each verse and how it contributes to the song's overall impact.
• Syllable Pattern Insights: Dive deeper into the structural elements of the lyrics. See how the syllable count varies across the song, adding a unique rhythm and flow to A Tribe Called Quest's narrative.

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Yea, Phife For your life Now, in the time when niggas wasn't supposed to be gone That's the place left for dead, and cities end up war-torn Vietnam going wrong, heroin going strong Neighbors would whoop that ass just for running through their lawn Watch that shallow shallow man walk Trinidadian love sprout into the asphalt Love was consummated and the angels registrated Two were to be born but only one of 'em made it Inside a cloud of sorrow, the silver lining and joy It's a bouncing baby boy, a king's name they would enploy And before he even squeaks it's decided it's Malik Now, give him hope, give him care, raise him while his grandma there Watch out mama, if you stare [?] keep him there Let's progress the story just a little bit Malik, I would treat you like little brother that would give you fist Sometimes overbearing, though I thought it was for your benefit Despite all the spastic shit and cinematic we documented The one thing I appreciate, you and I, we never pretended Rhymes we would write it out, hard times, fight it out Made race face to face, made it right And now you riding out, out, out, out Damn Have you ever Lost somebody (Phife dawg, man) Way before you (Bow wow, woof woof) Got to dream No more crying He's in sunshine Never thought that I would ever be writing this song Hold friends tight, never know [?] Soul so beautiful, [?] indisputable Heart of the largest lion trapped inside the little dude Took the grip to Granny's house, now we eat the curry food Talking hopes, dreams, plans leak, I's never scared Brand new pair of Nike Airs, avenue upstairs Mailbox, bears, all our rhymes was never there A nigga wanna battle, you know Phifey didn't care Jarobi with the beat, into new ass we tear I'mma flash forward, well took a trip to ATL Cooking in the kitchen making sure my nigga eating well Wedding in Tobago, you know exactly where I'm at Standing on the side of black, Malik Izaak Have you ever Lost somebody Way before you Got to dream No more crying He's in sunshine He's alright now See his wings Have you ever Lost somebody Way before you Got to dream No more crying He's in sunshine He's alright now See his wings Have you ever Lost somebody Way before you Got to dream No more crying He's in sunshine He's alright now See his wings Have you ever Lost somebody Way before you Got to dream No more crying