Lyrical Breakdown of Know What I Am - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Know What I Am" 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 "Know What I Am" 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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And to begin a song It's just my thing This fight, hey And to begin a song (What?) Man, on the gang Racks to the top, I'm gonna go Not gonna stop, I'm gonna blow Get it before I do anything (Uh-huh) Nigga in the door, I came to win What are they doin', what are they sayin'? Who are they foolin', why are they playin'? And that's a space, bitch, nobody's feelin' I'ma start the bass to pick it up Never forgive, never fuck with, destress Somethin' wrong? Here, come and get me (Yeah) It takes time to pull out the chest Hit you with something, leave a hole in your vеst Yeah, now, every day, I wanna shinе (Wanna shine) I wanna take it back this time (This time) I want to (I want to), 'cause I know what I am But I gotta focus on the grind Go ahead and don't look back, just climb (Just climb) And I will (And I will), 'cause I know what I stand for (What?) (On the gang) (Just climb and I will) Uh (What?) (On the gang) Uh, uh Look here, if don't know what you doin', stop playin' with it You ain't fucked in the streets, stop sayin' that you hit it (Aight) If I say I did it, it's shit I've done The motherfucker got killed 'cause they was with that one (What?) Fuckin' with a real nigga in his wrong mind (Get some) Tell a nigga through the wrong time, I ain't say I'm too off the fire They brought that and they saw my knuckle pad, I'ma fuck it Yeah, now, every day, I wanna shine (Wanna shine) I wanna take it back this time (This time) I want to (I want to), 'cause I know what I am But I gotta focus on the grind Go ahead and don't look back, just climb (Just climb) And I will (And I will), 'cause I know what I stand for Now, every day, I wanna shine (Wanna shine) I wanna take it back this time (This time) I want to (I want to), 'cause I know who I am (What?) (On the gang) It's just my thing, oh Now, every day, I wanna shine (Wanna shine) I wanna take it back this time (This time) I want to (I want to), 'cause I know what I am But I gotta focus on the grind (On the grind) Go ahead and don't look back, just climb (Just climb) And I will (And I will), 'cause I know what I stand for