Lyrical Breakdown of When the Shit Goes Down - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Cypress Hill weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "When the Shit Goes 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 Cypress Hill 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 Cypress Hill's narrative.

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Livin on phat pockets on flat wit tha gat Rollin around nine deuce cadillac Still got my homies to watch my back And they'll smoke ya ass if ya wanna come chat Thats why some pigs an tha kids come sweatin they follow A hollow point shell's hard ta swallow Why wallow when ya come ta roll on i put tha clip an dust Bring ya ass on, kickin dust on ya head as tha gatt busts My grip surronded im about ta get rushed i brushed wit death How many shells stuffed in my closet? When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (when tha shit goes Down) When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (when tha shit goes Down) When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (when tha shit goes Down) When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (ya better be ready) I told tha boyz get tha sawed off glock and tha rest of tha gats As i strapped on tha bullet-proof vest BOOM i think i got one to tha chest Hot damn I didn't want to kill a man shit I still stand tall with tha hill clan ya'll better stand back Niggaz bout ta fall I'm comin out blastin like yosemite Sam get tha cheese an tha bread for tha ham When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (when tha shit goes Down) When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (when tha shit goes Down) When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (when tha shit goes Down) When tha shit goes down ya better be ready (ya better be ready)