Lyrical Breakdown of Slippin' Again (Bird) - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Slippin' Again (Bird)" 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 "Slippin' Again (Bird)" 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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It's what it is, baby
It's straight biz, baby
We ain't kids, baby (what?)
We get down like that (like that)
It's what it is, baby
It's straight biz, baby
We ain't kids, baby (what?)
We get down like that
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
(Check it) more money, more problems (huh)
I thought more money would solve 'em
I spent more money in Harlem
Than Frank Lucas did before the boys got 'em (what?)
Now the - done changed
How I'm feelin'? - look strange
I realize that - ain't the same (uh)
'Cause at the end of the day, - ain't a game (come on)
Goin' through it but I slipped and fell
Ran to the hood, took a trip to Hell
Deal when I should, that's why all my - sell
Always know I could, so I did well
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
(Check it) if y'all only knew
What my life was like, and what I'm goin' through
Maybe you'd think before you talk (okay)
You better crawl before you walk (c'mon)
You think havin' money is the answer?
Money ain't nothin' but another form of cancer
All you could do is watch me die
You don't wanna watch me cry, so watch me fly
What you gon' do is watch me fly (yeah)
Do my thing on that big stage in the sky
Lord, please, hold me down (c'mon)
'Cause now everybody wanna know me now
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Please help me (what?), Which way do I go? (Go)
Life's a book, which page do I show? (What?)
'Cause I know, can't show 'em all
Even though I slipped and fell, I won't fall
Get it? Okay, you don't (uh)
Some of y'all will but most of y'all won't (uh)
I'ma keep livin' life bein' the man
That God made me (I know), I know only He can save me
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Slippin' and fallin'
This time it got a - callin'
Up to the Lord where I'm crawlin'
On my knees 'cause I'm tired of slippin' and fallin'
Ooh! Ah!
(I wish, I wish) do you love me?
(I wish you knew!) I don't wanna fall
I won't fall, I don't wanna fall
(I wish you - knew!) Please help me (I wish)
(I wish you knew!) I don't wanna fall, ah-ah