Lyrical Breakdown of Soldier - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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I'm a soldier

(Dah-dah, dah-dah, dah-dah)

I'm a soldier

Never was a thug, just infatuated with guns

Never was a gangster, 'til I graduated to one

And got the rep of a villain, for weapon concealin'

Took the image of a thug kept shit appealin'

Willin' to stick out my neck for respect if it meant life or death

Never lived to regret what I said

When you're me, people just wanna see if its true

If it's you, what you say in your raps is what you do

So they feel, it's part of ya obligation to fulfill

When they see you on the streets face to face, are you for real?

In confrontation ain't no conversation if you feel

You're in violation, any hesitation'll get you killed

If you feel it, kill it, you can conceal it, reveal it

Being reasonable will leave you full of bullets, pull it

Squeeze it 'til its empty, tempt me, push me, pussies

I need a good reason to give this trigger a good squeeze

I'm a soldier

These shoulders hold up so much

They won't budge, I'll never fall or fold up

I'm a soldier

Even if my collar bones crush or crumble

I will never slip or stumble

I'm a soldier

These shoulders hold up so much

They won't budge, I'll never fall or fold up

I'm a soldier

Even if my collar bones crush or crumble

I will never stumble

I love pissin' you off, it get's me off

Like my lawyers, when the fuckin' judge lets me off

All you motherfuckers gotta do is set me off

I'm violatin' all the motherfuckin' bets be off

I'm a lit fuse, anything I do bitch is news

Pistol-whippin' motherfuckin' bouncers 6'2"

Who needs bullets? As soon as I pull it, you sweat bullets

An excellent method to get rid of the next bully

It's actually better, 'cause instead of you murderin'

You can hurt 'em then come back again and kick dirt at 'em

It's like pourin' salt in your wounds, assault and get sued

You can smell the lawsuits as soon as I waltz in the room

Everybody's hearts just stop, they call the cops

All you see is bitches comin' out their halter tops

Runnin' and duckin' at the Hot Rock's parking lot

You'll all get shot, whether it's your fault or not 'cause

I'm a soldier

These shoulders hold up so much

They won't budge, I'll never fall or fold up

I'm a soldier

Even if my collar bones crush or crumble

I will never slip or stumble

I'm a soldier

These shoulders hold up so much

They won't budge, I'll never fall or fold up

I'm a soldier

Even if my collar bones crush or crumble

I will never stumble

I spit it slow so these kids know that I'm talkin' to 'em

Give it back to these damn critics and sock it to 'em

I'm like a thug, with a little bit of 'Pac influence

I spew it, and look how I got you bitches rockin' to it

You motherfuckers could never do it like I can do it

Don't even try it, you'll look stupid, do not pursue it

Don't ever in your life try to knock the truest

I spit the illest shit ever been dropped in two-inch

So ticky-tock, listen as the sound ticks on the clock

Listen to the sound of Kim as she licks on the cock

Listen to the sound of me spillin' my heart through this pen

Motherfuckers know that I'll never be Marshall again

Full of controversy until I retire my jersey

'Til the fire inside dies and expires at 30

And Lord have mercy on anymore of these rappers that verse me

And put a curse on authorities, in the face of adversity

I'm a soldier

These shoulders hold up so much

They won't budge, I'll never fall or fold up

I'm a soldier

Even if my collar bones crush or crumble

I will never slip or stumble

I'm a soldier

These shoulders hold up so much

They won't budge, I'll never fall or fold up

I'm a soldier

Even if my collar bones crush or crumble

I will never stumble

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