Lyrical Breakdown of If You Can Afford Me - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "If You Can Afford Me" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Katy Perry weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "If You Can Afford 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 Katy Perry 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 Katy Perry's narrative.

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If you want me, the cherry on top The pick of the pack, the crème de la crop If you want me you better do better than that tonight, oh, oh If you want me, it takes more than a wink More than a drink, more than you think If you want me, you're gonna have to break the bank tonight (oohh) 'Cause, some don't have the patience Some call me high maintenance But you pay the bill, 'cause, that's the deal If you wanna ride, just name your price And don't play cheap with your heart Don't make a bet if you can't write the check for me, for me 'Cause, I can be bought, but you pay the cost If you can afford me If you want me, I'm not a piece of ass A one night stand, a storage shed I think you better walk by tonight, oh, no If you want me, then stop begging I don't put out for charity If you want me, there's no discount price tonight (oohh) But I don't need your dollar bills I just want something real 'Cause, nothing's free except loving me If you wanna ride, just name your price And don't play cheap with your heart Don't make a bet if you can't write the check for me, for me 'Cause, I can be bought, but you pay the cost If you can afford me If you want me, the cherry on top The pick of the pack, the crème de la crop If you wanna ride, just name your price And don't play cheap with your heart Don't make a bet if you can't write the check for me, for me 'Cause, I can be bought, but you pay the cost If you can afford me If you wanna ride, just name your price And don't play cheap with your heart Don't make a bet if you can't write the check for me, for me 'Cause, I can be bought, but you pay the cost If you can afford me