Lyrical Breakdown of Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now" 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 "Tell Me What We're Gonna Do Now" 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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Yes, uh, we have arrived (mm) Joss Stone Uh-huh (uh) Common Mm, oh, oh, oh, yeah It's for the world Uh, uh You don't have to make your mind up I just wanna take my time with you (yeah) If that's alright (it's alright, it's alright; it's cool, yeah) Ooh, forgive me if I get too shy, but (what?) Maybe you're the reason why, love (uh) I'm feelin' butterflies (I feel it too, huh) Somethin' 'bout the look in your eyes, oh Ooh, it just makes me feel so right, oh (what you feelin' now?) When my mind's void, you're my joy You're the dream when I sleep And hey, I'm for ya, yeah, I adore You're everything that I need (it's alright) I love how you love me, uh (say what?) If I'm made for you, you're made for me It's too good to be, so tell me what we're gonna do now (when?) Oh, oh, oh, yeah (uh, uh) Tell me what we're gonna do now Oh, oh, yeah, yeah, yeah Mm Funny how my world keeps spinnin' Sometimes you can be so silly You know just how to make me laugh, ooh (hahaha, yeah) Ooh, your skin is so lovely (yeah) You move me when you touch me I know that you got my back, oh (true, indeed, yes, I do now) It feels so safe when you hold me, mm It's already like you know me, oh When my mind's void, you're my joy You're the dream when I sleep (yeah, uh) And, hey, I'm for ya, yeah, I adore You're everything that I need and I (uh, uh) I love how you love me Uh (say what? Here we go) If I'm made for you, you're made for me (yeah, say what?) It's too good to be, so tell me what we're gonna do now (when?) Oh, right now (when? Right now, right now, right now) See, baby, I love how you make me smile (you make me smile) Don't leave, please, stay awhile (yeah, uh) Uh, let's make this happen, I don't care how Right now, let's stay in the present Can't worry 'bout tomorrow, 'cause today is a blessin' The world in a state of aggression I find calm in you, I see my mom in you It's like the feeling in your stomach when you want it so bad If we keep keeping it fresh, it ain't gonna go bad I've been through the valley of love Rode through shores of Cali just to find peace of mind Looking to the sky, asking for at least a sign (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) Beautiful, you came at such a decent time (ooh) When we combine, it's like good food and wine (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah) Flavorful, yet refined, you remind me of the divine (ooh) So easy, love can be lost and then found like Stevie (you found me, baby) I just love having you around (ooh, my love, I love you) You wearing the gown, I'm wearing the crown pound for pound We the freshest couple in town, in town When my mind's void, you're my joy, you're my dream Hey, I'm for ya, I adore ya, you're everything that I need And I love how you love me, baby, ooh I'm made for you, ooh, you're made for me, oh Ooh, tell me what we're gonna do Tell me what we're gonna do now, ooh Ooh, uh, uh-huh Tell me what we're gonna do now, ooh, uh-huh Uh, uh, uh, yeah, uh-huh Uh, uh, uh, yeah, tell me what we're gonna do