Lyrical Breakdown of Have You Ever - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Kevin Gates weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Have You Ever" 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 Kevin Gates 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 Kevin Gates's narrative.

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This for all the niggas that come up out the real slums, you know? You was wearin' your uniform maybe three weeks in a row, you heard me? Yeah, it's stains on your shirt, you know? Stains on your clothes, you heard me? Real talk, projects Have you ever been treated like you wasn't shit? (wasn't shit) Backstabbed by the niggas you was fuckin' with (fuckin' with) Laughed at by the niggas you was runnin' with (runnin' with) Treated bad by a bitch 'cause you wasn't rich (wasn't rich) Have you ever been treated like you wasn't shit? (wasn't shit) Backstabbed by the niggas you was fuckin' with (fuckin' with) Laughed at by the niggas you was runnin' with (runnin' with) Treated bad by a bitch 'cause you wasn't rich (wasn't rich) How many people had to walk and had to catch a ride? (what's up?) The bus just passed by, but you wasn't there on time The club just let out and you not even fly (damn) The block just shut down, you gotta stay and grind The streets know, somebody play, it be a homicide (boom, boom) Unanswered prayers make you start to not believe in God (what?) Good nigga, then she forced you to the evil side No transportation, different cars for you to keep a job Family tellin' you to pray, but you so sick and tired Hard to hold your head up if you don't even try In the ghetto where they celebrate when people die (What?) But I believe in you, keep on reachin' for the sky Have you ever been treated like you wasn't shit? (wasn't shit) Backstabbed by the niggas you was fuckin' with (fuckin' with) Laughed at by the niggas you was runnin' with (runnin' with) Treated bad by a bitch 'cause you wasn't rich (wasn't rich) Have you ever been treated like you wasn't shit? (wasn't shit) Backstabbed by the niggas you was fuckin' with (fuckin' with) Laughed at by the niggas you was runnin' with (runnin' with) Treated bad by a bitch 'cause you wasn't rich (let's go, let's go) Finally got on your shit, you graduated, you got your own spot (own spot) Started off sellin' them nicks, you doin' your shit, went and got a whole block Puttin' that dick on this lil' bitty bitch who did you wrong now Brushed aluminum texture on your whip, your money strong now Prepay, that's a flip, you caught a play, then put the phone down (what up?) Who you gettin' out your body with? Look, turn your tone down You ain't really with all that hyper shit, you pull that chrome out (that fire) You drop fast, do the dash and hit the gas on 'em Afghanistan with them racks, drop a bag on 'em Turnin' nothin' into somethin', we gon' be alright Went to Emit, spun some chips and now your dentures alright Big body foreign, headlights Have you ever been treated like you wasn't shit? (I'm not livin' like that?) Backstabbed by the niggas you was fuckin' with (what up? Fuckin' with) Laughed at by the niggas you was runnin' with (runnin' with, kicked all in my ass) Treated bad by a bitch 'cause you wasn't rich (wasn't rich) (you heard me? Yeah) Have you ever been treated like you wasn't shit? (wasn't shit) Backstabbed by the niggas you was fuckin' with (fuckin' with) Laughed at by the niggas you was runnin' with (runnin' with) Treated bad by a bitch 'cause you wasn't rich Niggas sayin' I want it, I need it in my life, you heard me? And it's like a nigga wait 'til they get in front a ho And then get to tryna shit on me Man, you could've gave me that in the car, dick, you heard me? Ay And the Rollie bust down And the Rollie bust down And the Rollie bust down And the Rollie bust down