Lyrical Breakdown of If I Knew - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Bruno Mars weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "If I Knew" 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 Bruno Mars 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 Bruno Mars's narrative.

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Oh, oh, oh I I was a city boy Right into danger's where I'd always run A boy who had his fun But I wouldn't have done All the things that I have done If I knew one day you'd come Now baby, now baby, now baby, now baby Oh, oh, oh I I know it breaks your heart To picture the only one you wanna love In someone else's arms But I wouldn't have done All the things that I have done If I knew one day you'd come Now baby, now baby, now baby, now baby Ohh baby please Let's leave the past behind us, behind us So that we can go where love will find us Yeah, will find us I know most girls would leave me But I know that you'll believe me Baby I, I wish we were seventeen So I could give you all the innocence That you give to me No, I wouldn't have done All the things that I've done If I knew one day you'd come If I knew one day you'd come