Lyrical Breakdown of WHEN HE'S GONE - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "WHEN HE'S GONE" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Drake weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "WHEN HE'S GONE" 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 Drake 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 Drake's narrative.

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You and your nigga broke up, bae You ain't show nobody love since him It's been different, gotta keep livin' (Oh) You say you don't need nothin' (Need nothin') But to me, that don't mean much (Mean much) 'Cause you gon' keep a mean mug And try to go through it all alone, all alone, oh And isolate yourself from me And now I'm playin' a guessing game by myself, what do you need? (Oh) I'm on the other side of the phone Calling (Calling), and stalling (Stalling) Making up excuses for you, for you, oh When he's gone, let me know When he's gone out your mind Oh-oh, yeah, oh-oh, yeah Let me know when he's gone When he's gone out your mind Ayy, yeah, oh, yeah, yeah, oh-oh, yeah You and your nigga broke up, bae You don't know how to start again Don't know how to Don't know how to start again (Yeah) Don't know how to start again (Yeah) Don't know how to start again (Yeah) On the first few days She brought a friend (Yeah) Don't know how to start again (Yeah) Three hours, you was preparin' what you was wearin' (Yeah) Three drinks in, I'm already Playin' therapist (Yeah) Why you actin' thirsty off Anyone that's American? (Yeah) I don't wanna talk about money It gets embarrassin' (Yeah) Hoes gon' tell you we besties Cause we take care of them (Yeah) Hoes gon' be hoes That's why I never had married 'em (Yeah) All they do is look at me See me as opportunity All that's left between us is Lease agreements and jewelry All, all, all he left you with is Anxiety and apologies How you supposed to stay with That nigga in this economy? Friends won't tell ya I I'm comin' to you with honesty All, all, I'm not tryna rub it in But you gotta start again, tell me when When he's gone, let me know When he's gone out your mind Oh-oh, yeah, oh-oh, yeah Let me know when he's gone When he's gone out your mind Ayy, yeah, oh, yeah, yeah, oh-oh, yeah You and your nigga broke up, bae You don't know how to start again Don't know how to Don't know how to start again (Yeah, yeah) Don't know how to Start a, start again Oh, oh, oh