Lyrical Breakdown of Hey Lover - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

• Lyric Overview: Witness how LL Cool J weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Hey Lover" 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 LL Cool J 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 LL Cool J's narrative.

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I've been watchin' you from afar For as long as I can remember You're all a real man can need And ever ask for This is love, girl This is more than a crush Yeah It was Harlem at the Ruckers, I saw with your man Smilin', huh, a Coach bag in your hand I was layin' in the coupe with my hat turned back We caught eyes for a moment, and that was that So I skated off, as you strolled off Lookin' at them legs, god-damn they looked so soft (so fine) I gotta take ya from your man that's my mission If his love is real, he got ta handle competition You only knew him five months (that's right) Besides, he drinks too much and smoke too many blunts And I be workin' out everyday thinkin' 'bout you Looking at my own eyes in the rearview Catchin' flashbacks of our eye contact Wish I could lay ya on your stomach and caress your back I would hold ya in my arms and ease your fears I can't believe it, I hadn't had a crush in years Hey lover Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush I see you at the bus stop waitin' everyday Your man must think it's safe for you to travel that way But I don't want ta violate your relationship So I lay back in the cut with a crush that's a trip Still, he can't stop me from having daydreams Tonguin' you down with, uh, vanilla ice cream Kissing on your thighs in the moonlight Searchin' your body with my tongue, girl, all night I wonder one day could it be (how I wonder), simple dreams turnin' into reality Our love would come down so naturally We would walk down the aisle of destiny What your man got his hustle on gotcha type scared Break ya off a little chump change to do your hair That seems to be enough to satisfy your needs But there's a deeper level if you just follow my lead Hey lover Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Last week I saw ya at the mall Standin' at the pay phone 'bout to make a call I had a vision it was me on the other end Tellin' you come by and then you walked in I touched you gently with my hands We talked about travelin' the distant lands Escapin' all the madness out here in the world Becomin' my wife, no longer my girl Then, you let your dress fall down to the floor I kissed you softly and you yearned for more We experienced pleasure unparallel Into an ocean of love, we both fell Swimmin' in the timeless, currents of pure bliss Fantasies interchangin' with each kiss Undyin' passion unities our souls Together we swim until the point of no control, but It's a fantasy it (that, you) won't come true We never even spoke, and your man swear he love you So I'm a keep all these feelin's inside (that's right) Keep my dreams alive until the right time Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover (check it), this is more than a crush (think of me) Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush Lover, hey lover, baby this is more than a crush Hey lover, hey lover, this is more than a crush (ain't nothing like a fantasy kid) (word up) Hey lover, hey lover, hey lover (la-la la la) This is more than a crush (la-la-la, la-la-la) Hey lover, hey lover, hey lover This is more than a crush (I want you to come with me) Hey lover, hey lover, hey lover (han) This is more than a crush (I need you) Hey lover (han), hey lover (han), hey lover (han) This is more than a crush (hey lover) (la-la la la) You don't deserve it, baby (la-la-la, la-la-la)