Lyrical Breakdown of The Funk - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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[erick sermon] Uh-huh [parrish smith] Yo it's the return (uh-huh) parrish smith and erick serm' Kid don't mess with fire because you will get burned Cause we earn respective checks, regulated when a nigga flex To get a rep totin mack-10's and techs Hoes and sex, weed and beck's, and first class flights You name it, niggaz had it, and still got it Always rhymin with a pardon Like roxanne I'm about to cold _get retarded_ You know the logo, and on mics, sometimes we flow slow Not loco, universal, type vocal Mogul, so don't make me wild out and have to show you Who I am, strapped with e-double my man Back in business once again, plus we backed by def jam This is the funk (huh) comin out of your trunk Erick and parrish for years we've been makin it thump From east to west coast, epmd you pump Icons in hip-hop, takin mc's to lunch Cause it's the funk (funk funk) comin out of your trunk Erick and parrish for years we've been makin it thump From east to west coast, epmd you pump Icons in hip-hop, takin mc's to lunch [erick sermon] Aiyyo it's e the elusive, comin through with a dope exclusive Hawkin niggaz, like I'm yusef Gettin down, makin it happen for those who don't believe The incomporable, comin through stompin you My squad is def, and we don't hear nuttin I'm in the back of the crib, on the green puttin I be the boss in this, who the fuck comin through torchin this Ball your fists up quick I'm the black bill gates, my chips be micro Bad like michael, don't make me fight you You a hater, and my crew don't like you On the real you suck, who the hell hyped you? You a comic russell would say good night too At the def jam, screw you and your man Rock the house like bizmark, if so let the fifth spark Sometime after dark [parrish smith] This is the funk (funk) comin out of your trunk Erick and parrish for years we've been makin it thump From east to west coast, epmd you pump Icons in hip-hop, takin mc's to lunch Cause it's the funk (funk) comin out of your trunk Erick and parrish for years we've been makin it thump From east to west coast, epmd you pump Icons in hip-hop, takin mc's to lunch