Lyrical Breakdown of 13 And Good - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "13 And Good" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Boogie Down Productions weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "13 And Good" 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 Boogie Down Productions 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 Boogie Down Productions's narrative.

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I walked in the place very big space Every kind of race dancin' and niggas made chase A very pretty face, feel the bass Basses kick, flygirl jumps on my tip The drink that I sip implies this it it She looked to be about 26 I ain't dizzy It's time to get busy! Welcome female is in my arms. Overwhelmed by my playboy charms We jumped in the ride rushed to the crib I ain't gotta explain what we did Built to last I simply waxed that Ax the question, no need for guessin' Hey baby, how old are you? 21 24 maybe 22 I'm twenty five She shucked and kinda neeghed And said, "hee, hee, hee I'm only 13" 13! I need a quick escape That's statutory rape But she was GOOD! Chorus: GOOD! (You should been there she was) GOOD! (Man that jail term won't be) GOOD! (But she looked) GOOD! (Man her brothers will beat you) GOOD! (Even if I get beat down it was still) GOOD! The story gets better, This girl is kinda clever She said, "I wanna be with you forever" I said, "Forget it I need to get my life in order You could almost be my daughter" She started sighin' and her sighin' turns into cryin' Her cryin' turns into her replyin' "Where's the phone?. I think it's time that I went home" She called her pops and said, "Come get me I'm all alone I'm sorry daddy I slept with an older man" He said, "Don't worry. The 45 is in my hand. I'll be there before you count to four." One two three four He's at my door She said, "See what you did you caused me all this grief. Your goin' to jail my daddy's a police chief. If I can't have you no one will. And I ain't even on the pill." But you was Chorus: Repeat 6x GOOD! Daddy walked in and the whole scene kinda changed He grabbed his daughter and almost beat the girl insane She's cryin' down the hall and now goin' home He closed the door and, "I'm happy we're all alone Jump on the bed and look me straight into my eyes I think your kinda cute, don't make me use my 45" Daddy's lookin' for a lubricant He pulled out a little piece of gum and started chemwin' it He said, "For year I've been lookin for a big strong man I've got an apartment out in Brooklyn Only my daughter and I live there You can see my daughter anytime, anywhere But it's you that I want to be mine The price tag is your behind Don't worry it'll be Chorus: GOOD! The morale of this story? There is no morale you finish the story for me When your livin' your life everyday in the hood Wakin' up in the mornin' should feel GOOD!