Lyrical Breakdown of D'evils - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "D'evils" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how Jay-Z weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "D'evils" 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 Jay-Z 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 Jay-Z's narrative.
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Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Illuminati want my mind, soul, and my body
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Secret society, tryna keep they eye on me
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Illuminati want my mind, soul, and my body
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
I can't die, I can't die, I can't die
This shit is wicked on these mean streets
None of my friends speak
We're all trying to win, but then again
Maybe it's for the best though
'Cause when they're saying too much
You know they're trying to get you touched
Whoever said illegal was the easy way out
Couldn't understand the mechanics
And the workings of the underworld, granted
Nine-to-five is how to survive, I ain't trying to survive
I'm tryna live it to the limit and love it a lot
Life ills, poison my body
I used to say, fuck mic skills
I never prayed to God, I prayed to Gotti
That's right it's wicked, that's life I live it
Ain't askin' for forgiveness for my sins, ends
I break bread with the late heads
Pickin' their brains for angles on
On all the evils that the game'll do
It gets dangerous, money and power is changin' us
And now we're lethal, infected with D'Evils
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Illuminati want my mind, soul, and my body
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Secret society, tryna keep they eye on me
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Illuminati want my mind, soul, and my body
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
I can't die, I can't die, I can't die
We used to fight for building blocks
Now we fight for blocks with buildings that make a killin'
The closest of friends when we first started
But grew apart as the money grew, and soon grew black-hearted
Thinkin' back when we first learned to use rubbers
He never learned so in turn I'm kidnappin' his baby's mother
My hand around her collar, feedin' her cheese
She said the taste of dollars was shitty so I fed her fifties
About his whereabouts I wasn't convinced
I kept feeding her money 'til her shit started to make sense
Who could ever forsee?
We used to stay up all night at slumber parties
Now I'm tryna rock his bitch to sleep
All the years we were real close
Now I see his fears through her tears
Know she wishin' we were still close
Don't cry, it is to be
In time, I'll take away your miseries
And make it mine, D'Evils
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Illuminati want my mind, soul, and my body
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Secret society, tryna keep they eye on me
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
Illuminati want my mind, soul, and my body
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
I can't die, I can't die, I can't die
My flesh, no nigga could test
My soul is possessed by D'Evils
In the form of diamonds and Lexuses
The Exorcist, got me doing sticks, like Homie
You don't know me, but the whole world owe me, strip
Was thought to be a pleasant guy all my fuckin' life
So now I'm down for whatever, ain't nothin' nice
Throughout my junior high years it was all friendly
But now this higher learning got the Remy in me
Liquors invaded my kidneys
Got me ready to lick off, mama forgive me
I can't be held accountable, D'Evils beating me down, boo
Got me runnin' with guys, makin' G's, tellin' lies that sound true
Come test me, I never cower
For the love of money, son, I'm givin' lead showers
Stop screamin', you know the demon said it's best to die
And even if Jehovah witness, bet he'll never testify, D'Evils
Dear God, I wonder can you save me?
I can't die, I can't die, I can't die