Lyrical Breakdown of Innocent Man - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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1: Mark Morrison & (singers)] Did my time (in a) county jail (Just when) just when things (started) going well (And I) paid the price (for the) crimes I did (Wanna) change my life (wanna) raise my kids (I'm an innocent man) misunderstood (I'm an innocent man) just from the hood (I'm an innocent man) misunderstood (I'm an innocent man) a man is good Promised her (that I) that I'll change (Gonna) live my life (in a) better way (Have a) little you (and a) little me (So we) can settle down (and live) happily (I'm an innocent man) misunderstood (I'm an innocent man) just from the hood (I'm an innocent man) misunderstood (I'm an innocent man) a man is good, understood If everyone else had my eyes Then, who I am wouldn't be a surprise Just because I'm locked up don't mean I'm fucked up in the game Just to think the (?) dirt they trying to throw on my name Get arrested, but getting arrested don't make me guilty But by the time I make it to court the media done killed me Gotta good heart but we all do wrong I really mean well but I'm going too strong You say I'm rehabilitated but I still can't vote You say I paid my debt but I still can't vote Gotta pay taxes but I still can't vote Come on dawg, y'all stay trying to keep a nigga broke You just as crooked as us, fuck you trying to say Cause once I pay that dough, the charges go away Forget about it, it's okay Cause I'ma walk over here and let the Lord pave my way, aight Change the life (that I) that I live (Got me) living fine (living) negative (Need to) leave the game, game (that is) destroying me (So I) pray to God (that it) has mercy On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man On an innocent man