Lyrical Breakdown of Straight up & Down - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Straight up & Down" 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 "Straight up & Down" 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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Ooh-ooh-ooh Girl, I bet your momma named you good lookin' 'Cause you sure look good to me My attention, oh, yes, you just took it You're probably the finest thing that I ever seen And nobody at the party droppin' it low Like the way that you do You got me sayin', damn girl Break it down for me Take it nice and slow Let me watch while you turn around Just back it up on me girl, right now, right now I got your body rockin' side to side (straight up) I put you on and now you're feelin' right (straight up) I know exactly what is on your mind (straight up) Oh, baby we gon' have some fun tonight Straight up and down (Straight up, straight up, straight up) Straight up and down (Straight up, straight up, straight up) Ooh, I know exactly what is on your mind Oh, baby we gon' have some fun tonight Straight up and down This liquor got both of us faded So gone, so gone, so gone But your booty deserve a celebration And I'm gonna celebrate it all night long Come on here and show me Why you got the whole club starin' at you You got me sayin', damn girl Break it down for me Take it nice and slow Let me watch while you turn around Just back it up on me girl, right now, right now I got your body rockin' side to side (straight up) I put you on and now you're feelin' right (straight up) I know exactly what is on your mind (straight up) Oh, baby we gon' have some fun tonight Straight up and down (Straight up, straight up, straight up) Straight up and down (Straight up, straight up, straight up) Ooh, I know exactly what is on your mind Oh, baby we gon' have some fun tonight Straight up and down Girl tell me when you're ready Ready to go Just say the word And then we'll take this home Don't you fight the feelin' 'Cause I feel it too Freakin' me baby, while I'm freakin' you I got your body rockin' side to side (straight up) I put you on and now you're feelin' right (straight up) I know exactly what is on your mind (straight up) Oh, baby we gon' have some fun tonight Straight up and down (Straight up, straight up, straight up) Straight up and down (Straight up, straight up, straight up) Ooh, I know exactly what is on your mind Oh, baby we gon' have some fun tonight Straight up and down