Lyrical Breakdown of No More No Less - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "No More No Less" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how De La Soul weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "No More No Less" 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 De La Soul 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 De La Soul's narrative.

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Play the De La Soul Quiz "No More No Less" (Three's the magic number) (Yes it is) (It's the magic number) (Yes it is) (Three's the magic number) (Yes it is) (It's the magic) You go difficult preachin' is Posdunous' pleasure Pleasure and preachin' starts in the heart Something that stimulates the music in the measure Measure in the music breaks in three parts Casually see but don't do like the soul Cause seein' and doin' are actions for monkeys Doin' hip hop hustle, no rock and roll Unless your name's Brewster, Brewster's a punky Parents let go cause there's magic in the air Criticizin' rap, shows you're out of order Stop look and listen to the phrasin' Fred Astaires And don't get mad sir Mase is smashin' your daughter A tri-lateral system is now set As usually stands for Da.I.S.Y productions It stands for "da inner sound y'all" and y'all can bet That the action's not a trick, but showing of a function (No more no less) Three's the magic It's word to Jake yo', we indeed (We don't have to guess) The Maseo, Plug dos and me We tally up to make the number (three) Focus is formed by flaunts of the soul Souls who flaunt styles gain praises by pounds Common are speakers who be honoring the scroll Scroll written daily creates a new sound Listeners listen, cause this here's wisdom Wisdom of a Speaker, a Dove and a Plug Yo, set aside a substance that you feed 'em Now get 'em high off this dialect drug Time is a factor so it's time that counts Count not the negative actions of one Speakers of soul say it's time to shout Three forms the soul to a positive sum Dance to this fix and flex every muscle Space can be filled if you clap baby, clap