Lyrical Breakdown of Slow And Low - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Beastie Boys weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Slow And Low" 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 Beastie Boys 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 Beastie Boys's narrative.

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Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo It's never old school - all brand new So everybody catch - the bugaloo flu Not like a fever - not like a cold The beats are clear - the rhymes are bold So don't see a doctor or see a nurse Just listen to the music - first things first First of all - get off the wall It's time to party so have a ball Because we slowed it on down - so get the hell up Like a volcano I'll erupt We got determination - bass and highs White Castle fries only come in one size What you see is what you get And you ain't seen - nothing yet Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo I do not sing - but I make a Def song You could live your whole life - and I hope you live long On the Gong Show we won't get gonged We're the Beastie Boys - not Cheech and Chong Strong as an ox - fresh out the box The crowd is so live - they're coming in flocks And when we go on - the crowd goes off It's all hard rock - there's nothing soft Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo We don't only rock the house but we'll house we rock We don't stroll but we roll straight to the top M.C.A., Adrock, Mike D. makes three And we can do it like this in the place to be When I'm recorded - you'll be rewarded I know my song is Def 'cause you all applauded Not P.C.P. or L.S.D. - just me Mike D. in the place to be This is not free - you must pay a fee Cash on delivery like a C.O.D. Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo The beat is slow in order to dance I wanna hear I dos and no I can't First you move your legs - and then your arms It's not fast and nervous - this dance is calm It's truly stable and you ought to be able To dance to the record when it's on the turntable Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo Let it flow - let yourself go Slow and low - that is the tempo