Lyrical Breakdown of Like That - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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Damn, ma, we ain't even have to go through it like that It wasn't really even that big, man You know, nah, it's aight, though But anyway, yo, let me get that coat Let me get those jeans And let me get that rock on your finger Oh, it's stuck? Then I'll take your whole finger then, man Let me get them bags from Paris And the puppies is stayin', yo Come through the block in the brand new Benz Knowin' that me and that nigga ain't friends (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you don't get a nigga back like that Bouncin' around when I'm up in these streets Knowin' that me and that nigga got beef (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you Don't get a nigga back like that, no Yo, ayo, I should just bark on you, burn your car on you 'Cause I'm too much man to leave a mark on you You's a bird, you know that Givin' that man ten points like he about to blow that He probably did, you swallow his kids In and out of jail, he a snail, he wasn't wildin' on biz In the summertime, I broke his jaw Had to do it to him quick, old-fashioned in the back of the mall Me and him had mines forever Like I'm 'posed to put him on when he came home and told on Trevor Had the bang on homie Air blocks out in spots, throwin' Them shots like, "Nigga, you know me" Stop frontin' for them niggas outside like you really ride And you a silly chick, thought you was really live But I guess I was wrong I'ma holla at dog and rip his head off, word, yo, it's on Come through the block in the brand new Benz (Yeah) Knowin' that me and that nigga ain't friends (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack (Uh-huh, yeah) , But you don't get a nigga back like that (Yeah, I'ma work him out) Bouncin' around when I'm up in these streets (Uh-huh) Knowin' that me and that nigga got beef (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack (This is how we do it) , But you don't get a nigga back like that, no Yo, ayo, I thought we was iller than that All them kisses and love you's, when Jay came, you hid my packs It was time a nigga went to war Vest banged up, standin' in the kitchen, yo, holdin' the four Sweatin' and breathin', bounced out of town for a weekend Heard you had homie in the passenger seat and Honey, look, I'm a monster don, I do monster things That's why I put your ass under my arm Fuckin' with him could bring bodily harm And where you gon' hide in the streets when the body is gone? If it's one thing I learned that Never trust a female on no scale, you just confirmed that Bounce to your mama house, pack your shit I don't care if you cryin', you's a ruthless chick Gots to watch you (Uh), these eyeballs in my face'll spot you My girl cousins, they gon' rock you (What?) Come through the block in the brand new Benz (Uh-huh) Knowin' that me and that nigga ain't friends (Yeah) (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack (Told you) But you don't get a nigga back like that (I'm a good dude, you see?) Bouncin' around when I'm up in these streets (Yeah) Knowin' that me and that nigga got beef (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you Don't get a nigga back like that, no Shawty, what is you thinkin' 'bout? Didn't I put you down? Flyest whips, roll around like, yeah, that's the boss's chick On the side I might've had (Had) one or two (Two) But them silly broads wasn't nothin' on you Rollin' with him, tryna get revenge That's shit you just don't do (Uh) Come through the block in the brand new Benz (Yeah) Knowin' that me and that nigga ain't friends (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you don't get a nigga back like that (For the fuck who hate, females out there that wanna be) Bouncin' around when I'm up in these streets (Actin' like they gettin' they lil' revenge off) Knowin' that me and that nigga got beef (Keep takin' it further than what it really is, you know what I mean?) (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you Don't get a nigga back like that, no (Playin' yourself) Come through the block in the brand new Benz (Know what I mean?) Knowin' that me and that nigga ain't friends (Don status, girl) (Okay, girl) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you don't get a nigga back like that (You gon' have to hold that down, word up) Bouncin' around when I'm up in these streets (And when I see money) Knowin' that me and that nigga got beef (Okay, girl) (I'ma hang you upside down, it's on) Yeah, what I did was wack, but you Don't get a nigga back like that, no (And not because of you neither, believe that) We