Lyrical Breakdown of Survival Skills (feat. DJ Revolution) - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Survival Skills (feat. DJ Revolution)" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how KRS-One weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Survival Skills (feat. DJ Revolution)" 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 KRS-One 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 KRS-One's narrative.

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skills, skills, skills Microphones are not for these MCs who don't have no survival (skills, skills, skills) microphones (yeah) are not for these MCs who don't have no survival (skills, skills, skills) (yeah, yeah, yeah) Microphones are not for these MCs who dont have no survival (yeah) survi... vi survi... survi... surv... surv... (yeah) survival. See what I've been through. See what I go through If I don't look at you it's coz I don't know you No where to go to No where to hide What does it take that i'll need to survive See what I've been through. See what I go through If I don't look at you it's coz I don't know you No where to go to No where to hide What does it take that i'll need to survive (skills) Small time rappers ain't dope as us When you hear rappers in the club you hope it's us Back in the days they used smoke the dust But cats kept jumpin' off the roof too much So today you don't abuse the dutch We use our minds to write ryhmes that you can touch My feet stay planted on the ground You want that soft pop shit you better book another sound We gets down I know the streets Yall rappers got maps out lookin' all around (Huh?) Yall want the crown But why should I battle you if next week they're gonna put you in the ground Thats a waste of time