Lyrical Breakdown of Mama Said Knock You Out - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Mama Said Knock You Out" 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 "Mama Said Knock You Out" 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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C'mon man And with the local DDC news, LL Cool J with a triumphant comeback But tonight... Don't call it a comeback, I been here for years I'm rockin' my peers, puttin' suckers in fear Makin' the tears rain down like a monsoon Listen to the bass go boom Explosions, overpowerin' Over the competition, I'm towerin' Wrecking shop, when I drop These lyrics that'll make you call the cops Don't you dare stare You better move, don't ever compare Me to the rest that'll all get sliced and diced Competition's payin' the price I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) Don't you call this a regular jam I'm gonna rock this land I'm gonna take this itty-bitty world by storm And I'm just getting warm Just like Muhammad Ali, they called him Cassius Watch me bash this beat like a skull Don'tcha know I had beef wit' Why do you riff with me, a maniac psycho And when I pull out my jammy, get ready 'cause it might go Blauh! How ya like me now? The ripper will not allow You to get wit' Mr. Smith don't riff Listen to my gear shift I'm blastin', outlastin' Kinda like shaft, so you could say I'm shaftin' Olde English filled my mind And I came up with a funky rhyme I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) Breakdown Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Gangsta boogie, gangsta boogie Shadow boxin' when I heard you on the radio Uuh, I just don't know What made you forget that I was raw? But now I gotta new tour I'm going insane startin' a hurricane, releasin' pain Lettin' you know, you can't gain or maintain Unless you say my name Rippin', killin', diggin' and drillin' a hole Pass the Ol' Gold I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) Shotgun blasts are heard When I rip and kill, at will The man of the hour, tower of power, I'll devour I'm gonna tie you up and let you understand That I'm not your average man When I gotta jammy in my hand Damn, ooh Listen to the way I slay, your crew Damage (Uhh), damage (Uhh), damage (Uhh), damage Destruction, terror and mayhem Pass me a sissy, so suckas I'll slay him Farmers (What), farmers (What?) I'm ready! (We're ready) I think I'm gonna bomb a town (Get down) Don't you never, ever, pull my lever 'Cause I explode And my nine is easy to load I gotta thank God 'Cause he gave me the strength to rock, hard Knock you out, mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh) I'm gonna knock you out (Huuh) Mama said knock you out (Huuh)