Lyrical Breakdown of Faithful - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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(Feat. Bilal & John Legend) (Sample) Faithful to the end (Common) We got to be (Sample) Faithful to the end (Common) I want to be (Sample) Faithful to the end (Common) Yes, its for the people, God moves, yeah [Verse 1] I was rollin' around, in my mind it occurred What if God was a her? Would I treat her the same? Would I still be runnin' game on her? In what type of ways would I want her? Would I want her for her mind or her heavenly body? Couldn't be out gettin' bogus with someone so godly If I was wit' her would I still be wantin' my ex? The lies, the greed, the weed, the sex Wouldn't be ashamed to give her part of my check Wearin' her cross, I mean the heart on my neck Her I would reflect on the streets of the Chi' Ride wit' her, 'cause I know for me she'd die Through good and bad call on her like I'm chirpin' her Couldn't be jealous 'cause other brothers worship her Walk this earth for her, glory, I'm grateful To be in her presence I try to stay faithful [Chorus] (Sample) Faithful to the end (Sample) Faithful to the end (Sample) Faithful to the end (Sample) I'd like to be her very best friend [Verse 2] He worked with her, she was his lady's best friend Even if they don't try some ladies test men And this was a test that was bigger than him Some believe its the nature that is given to men He had a good gig, a wife, a kid, a decent home One reason or another couldn't find peace at home She asked, "Why do men always have to stray?" He said, "I'm bad, not as bad as Eric Benet" "I used to take 'em out to eat but they wasn't really eatin' Mighta got a little head but I wasn't really cheatin'" It's hard when your lady don't believe what you say And what you did in the past you gotta live with today She asked if they could spend the night together He thought, and said, "I'm tryin' to get my life together" Went home to his lady, these were his confessions "Baby you a blessin' and my best friend" [Chorus] (Bilal with his voice overlapping) Faithful to the end (Bilal) Faithful to the end (John Legend singing) (John Legend & Bilal) I'm gonna be, I'm gonna be, I'm gonna be so faithful (John Legend & Bilal) I'm gonna be, I'm gonna be so faithful (Repeat 3x) (Bilal) So (Bilal) So (Bilal) So (John Legend) So (John Legend) So (John Legend) So (John Legend & Bilal) So faithful (Bilal) So (Bilal) So (Bilal) So (John Legend) So (John Legend) So (John Legend & Bilal) That's what I'm gonna do (John Legend) Faithful to the end (John Legend) That's what I'm gonna do (John Legend) Faithful to the end (John Legend) That's what I'm gonna do (John Legend) Faithful to the end (John Legend) Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah