Lyrical Breakdown of Not Like Me - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Not Like Me" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Jean Grae weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Not Like Me" 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 Jean Grae 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 Jean Grae's narrative.

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$1 Not $2 tips at open bar Keep it that way There's nothing wrong with partying Get the drinks going Oh Who's that? Is that your girl? You with her She look like everybody else in here [Chorus:] C'mon They're not like me (That's a shame) Baby bet you know they're not like me And everywhere you go it's not easy Just to come across a girl like Jean Oh no C'mon it's not likely And everywhere you go they're not like me (So what's up) And baby bet you know it's not easy (Uh huh) Just to come across a girl like Jean Oh no (Got a light y'all?) Part of my composure Saw ya Had to approach ya, move closer Confidence or the courtesy of the mimosas Framed perfect Like a picture with the sharpest image From the lips of a cherub cherry red Henny breast Let me guess Queens, is ya? See Jean can read by the lean And the tilt of the cap in your drink, I'll refill that I need some good conversation, love These hood rats be making up the game Plus they ain't even fully developed Insane See if we could start a challenge And balance most delicate matters Involving plans Including sitting in carriages Wait Too far Maybe we could shoot a little hoop Or just chill on my stoop I don't like a lot of hoopla Me and you sedude deuces and spike juices And stove some backwards roll backwards And keep it that good So write your name Oldschool Pen on the back Now what's a good time? Tomorrow? I don't stall Holla back [Chorus:] You see I walk up different on 'em Talk slang often Bought dinner on Dutch While most women do the wallet clutch Never ask the what question Make jokes interestin' Wear more clothes and let they eyes do the undressin' A little sarcasm, bar savage, tar addict Argue about reasonable doubt and Illmatic Car traffic eyin' We can walk in summer laughing Cry when they giggle Split sides and curse The magic that's in between us boy Jean a fiend for the love-feeling We crush dream and after lush green And a sun shinin' and enough beach for a lifetime Or maybe that's just mine Poppin in at hathaway Wandering gay and rewind Play a little chess strip See but nothing I read a lot Beam you a little sixteen or something I cook well Sip on drinks and just chill A malt liquor and MOP Tell me what you feel [Chorus:] See we could be for life even For nights freed and heavy and steaming From polite greetin's to late at night face smashin Taste passion and race plays baggage My faith asking to place faith back in and maybe marriage I hate slackers Jean love to chill and lay out Sometimes stay out We'll find an open bar I'm not impressed by payouts So star, display out your cards We can splay out on the top of cars And pick the consolations While playing the Best of the Bards y'all Making me nod agreein Patience is all I'm needing Face it, I'm not your average girl Or close to it even Most original Entranced by your physical plans I've got a lot But we could chill It's all I ask (It down)