Lyrical Breakdown of The Ceiling - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "The Ceiling" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how Atmosphere weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "The Ceiling" 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 Atmosphere 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 Atmosphere's narrative.
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Transmitting live from the cusp of extinction
Look you in the eyes like, "Fuck was you thinking?"
I'm kinda feeling like there's nothing left to defend
But if we keep it Franklin, that's just another weekend
I guess karma really gives you what you paid for
'Cause AmeriKKKa got blood in her carburetor
I'm in the mountains hiding out from the park rangers
Something 'bout putting a slug in your heart chamber
If I ain't the one that wrote it, then I quoted it
Ipso facto, I overlooked your ownership
Kicked that back door to open it, broke it in
Hit those bad notes and drove it like I chauffeured it
S'posed to get me on a guest list, but I'm skeptical
In my profession don't nobody act professional
Decided I'd arrive a little bit ahead of schedule
And started up a heavy metal band with the devil, it goes
I been working my whole life to touch the ceiling
Don't even know if I'd recognize the feeling
But I been working my whole life
I been working my whole life to touch the ceiling
Don't even know if I'd recognize the feeling
But I been working my whole life
And it's a viking ship, there's no breakfast
And it's the life we live, it's so precious, yeah
And don't pretend that you was over our heads if
You know you never meant for us to catch those references
(Right?) And just so I can understand
Nobody in command'll willingly give up their upper hand
Unless suddenly their gun is jammed
And you pry it from their motherfucking hands (Right?)
And I been working my whole life afraid of the clock
And I know that ain't right 'cause I can't make it stop
Gotta show up and finish the shift
The baby told me being present is a gift
And maybe that's why you refuse to fall asleep
Probably keep it moving 'til the heart stops respondin' to the beat
But my brain's still self-conscious
Like I coulda cut my losses if I would've acknowledged I was exhausted
'Cause I been working my whole life to touch the ceiling
Don't even know if I'd recognize the feeling
But I been working my whole life
I been working my whole life to touch the ceiling
Don't even know if I'd recognize the feeling
But I been working my whole life
And I dunno if this is how it's supposed to feel
How will I know if this is how it's supposed to feel?
And I dunno if this is how it's supposed to feel
How will I know if this is how it's supposed to feel?