Lyrical Breakdown of 12 No woman no cry - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "12 No woman no cry" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Fugees weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "12 No woman no cry" 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 Fugees 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 Fugees's narrative.

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A dedication to all the refugees worldwide One time Say, say, say I remember when we used to sit in the government yard in Brooklyn Oba-observing the crookedness as it mingled with the good people we meet Good friends we had, oh, good friends we've lost along the way In this great future, you can't forget your past, so dry your tears, I say And to my peeps who passed away No woman, no cry No woman, no cry, say, say, say Oh, hey, little sister, don't shed no tears No woman, no cry Say, say, say I remember when we used to rock, oh in a project yard in Jersey And little Georgie would make the firelight as stolen cars passed through the night And then we'd hit the corner store for Roots, paper, and brew, brew My drink's my only remedy for pain of losing family But while I'm gone, shorty Everything is gonna be alright Everything is gonna be alright Fugees come to the dance tonight Everything is gonna be alright Everything is gonna be alright Oh, everything is gonna be alright The gunman's in the house tonight But everything is gonna be alright Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah (i'm high) Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah No woman, no cry No woman, no cry Hey, little sister, don't shed no tears No woman, no cry Say, say, say I remember when we used to sit in a government yard in Trenchtown Oba-observing the hypocrites as they mingled with the good people we meet Good friends we had, oh, good friends we've lost along the way, hey In this great future, you can't forget your past so dry your tears, I say No woman, no cry No woman, no cry, say, say, say Hey, little sister, don't shed no tears No woman, no cry And to my peeps who passed away Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah Oh, ah, oh-ah