Lyrical Breakdown of Who Killed Jane - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Who Killed Jane" 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 "Who Killed Jane" 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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Oh... Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane? Not the Squad yo we've been framed The charge Murder one son for the death of Jane Murder? Yeah homicide kid time to take a ride Where? Downtown For what? To check your alibi Must get deep and think quick, bang a set-up Let met get my coat Alright move slow when you get up PT's in my crib, K9's in the front lawn First thought's to wild, second thought to stay calm You have the right to remain silent Cool with the roughness, I ain't violent Reached for his nine mil, partner started smiling Shut up Mulley, turn around and keep your mouth shut Peep the neighbor's starin as he reached for his handcuffs Threw on the bracers squeeze tight to increase the pain Thinkin to myself, damn... who killed Jane? Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed They got me downtown, starin at four walls with one call Been set-up like a roadblock, can't take a bad fall Sit up straight, state your name and your birthdate And your whereabouts last night about eight Slow down Slow down? Something's missing, where's my lawyer? Cop grilled me and said Yo there's your lawyer Things'll get rough so don't get tough and try to play games You're headed up North For what? You know homeboy, the death of Jane You must be insane with no brains sniffin cocaine And if I caught a body it'd be yours and not Jane Or Mr. Toughy, you wish you had a nine to bust me I'm mad as hell, I don't play, my name ain't Dougie Cop got pissed, and stepped back, then grabbed his blackjack Swung for my dome, ducked and caught my damn back Oh Couldn't feel the pain Why? Thinkin' bout the payback Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Now it's person so whassup? Whassup? Whatyou want to know? Who killed Jane? OK I tell you first I gotta go Where? Check leakage Leakage? Yeah you know the john Take him downstairs and watch him make sure you're armed Cop grabbed me by my neck pushed me towards the damn door See my homies, locked down on the same floor So you want to be a killer and run the streets bro? Didn't respond, just chilled to play his ego Stepped in the men's room, still filthy from the ill broom Hurry up and take a piss and stop stallin you damn goon That was the wrong move, how stupid, time to go for mine Not glacial time, but the black nine Gotta clear my name, been framed for the death of Jane Must make my move now or it's ball and chain Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed Who killed Jane who killed Jane? Not the Squad kid I think we've been framed With the iron, started firing, to let him know I'm serious Black, don't play hero cause all youse get is a flag and cap Easy partner, chill put the gun down Oh now you tryin to play me out like Homey the Clown And you know homey don't play that Play what? See, see? Jim, come back, the mooley shot me