Lyrical Breakdown of Times Iz Hard - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Big L weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Times Iz Hard" 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 Big L 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 Big L's narrative.

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I used to be a rich nigga, selling much crack To make a long story short, I fell off like a hubcap My operation got shut off I can't slide a slut off I gotta beat my dick to get a nut off Cause when a convo is struck up Bitches act stuck up, my luck's up, everything is fucked up To get cash I gotta beg Cause every time I reach in my pocket all I feel is my damn leg Its about time that I feel cash Gotta get it right now, gotta get it real fast Cause all I got left is two MAC-10s A army jacket, a ski mask, a hoodie, and some black Timbs I'm about to get extra ill So I went to my crib, got booted up and got dressed to kill The first place that I hit was the corner store I rolled out and told everybody to get on the floor I took the cash and I jetted One kid tried to set it I bet he regret it because he got wetted Robberies I did well When you look in the dictionary under villain You'll see a photo of Big L Fuck a job, punks is gettin robbed and scarred Cause times is hard on the boulevard Yo I was robbing people on a regular basis In many different places and all types of races I robbed gangstas, I robbed ducks I didn't care who I stuck as long as I got a buck what the fuck When niggas see me they take flight I'll even rob Jehovah if I catch him right on a late night I keep a vest G don't try to test me A redneck police chief tried to arrest me Ayo that wasn't a smart cop Because I put 2 in his chest and his motherfucking heart stopped Its a must I commit crimes Cause I gotta get mine, its hard times, and all I see is dollar signs Why should I work for another sucker When I can do robberies and make G's like a motherfucker Fuck a job, punks is getting robbed and scarred Cause times is hard on the boulevard Yo I was goin out, just like a crusader would I robbed everything that moved in the neighborhood Yo I was even robbing chicks I did mad sticks, I needed more dough so I started taking hits Blastin ducks with the shotty The trigger I squeezed with ease I got paid 50 g's per body In a year I killed 88 So I made about... umm... fuck it I was crazy straight Fuck a job, punks is getting robbed and scarred Cuz times is hard on the boulevard