Lyrical Breakdown of Hunger on Hillside (feat. Bas) - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Hunger on Hillside (feat. Bas)" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how J. Cole weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Hunger on Hillside (feat. Bas)" 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 J. Cole 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 J. Cole's narrative.

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Alright now, alright now God has a plan for you And all you've got to do is believe, believe, believe Yeah Shit gon' get hard, keep your head strong If I quit now, then I'm dead wrong Fighting off this hunger for hours Big stepper, nigga, don't get stepped on The money might fade, but respect don't Still gon' be me when success gone I don't speak the language of cowards I walk through the flame like I'm Teflon I sucked up the pain and I kept going Whole world know my name, bitch, my rep strong We sold out in less than a hour These words I still sang like I'm slept on I sin, so I can't cast the next stone Unless it's baguettes 'round my neck bone Inside of my frame lies a power You can't get this game from no TED Talk I wanna know if they understand me I put it all on A, ain't no plan B Hoping all this weight ain't gon' drown me Fucked around, got grey hairs already Running up the stairs on a tower Running up these M's by the hour If I drop a gem, money showers When you get your taste, they get sour Shit gon' get hard, keep your head strong (just keep your head strong) The money might fade, but respect don't (the ultimate price is regret now) Still gon' be me when success gone (still gon' be me) Big stepper, nigga, don't get stepped on (ah-ah-ah) Waiting my turn like grains of sand inside a hourglass Mainly concerned back in the day with how long I would last Make a few thousand dollars stack with every hour passed I catch you playing inside my lane and I'ma foul your ass Put the whole game on top my back, don't need no chiropract' They calling me young PWC, I got my power back Ain't fucking around, beefing with me gon' get you hollered at Niggas can't see me one-on-one, that's word to Kyla Pratt You hitting them weights, congratulations 'cause you built something You taking a lot of boxing lessons, but you still pussy I see right through you niggas just like 2Pac hologram Ain't doing Coachella, booking me gon' be a lot of Ms I'm feeling myself, I'm building my wealth up 'til it's towering I put my tongue all in my bitch, she get to hollering I ain't doing no dirt no more, I stopped creeping six years ago Fun fucking them hoes, until you realize that you is the hoe Shit gon' get hard, keep your head strong If I quit now, then I'm dead wrong Fighting off this hunger for hours Big stepper, nigga, don't get stepped on The money might fade, but respect don't Still gon' be me when success gone I don't speak the language of cowards I walk through the flame like I'm Teflon Can't be afraid of sunlight (sunlight) spotlights when it glows (it glows) All the pain you hold makes you worth your weight in gold Can't be afraid of sunlight (sunlight) spotlights when it glows (it glows) All the pain you hold makes you worth your weight in gold God has a plan for you And all you've got to do is believe, believe, be...