Lyrical Breakdown of Southern Gangsta ) - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Ludacris weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Southern Gangsta )" 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 Ludacris 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 Ludacris's narrative.

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[Ving Rhames] He's a hustler, unbound by law A self-made, millionaire With a wreckless disregard, for the haters Ludacris, on "Southern Gangsta" A true, entrepre-negro CEO of Disturbing Tha Peace Records He expended his empire into multiple profitable businesses Including his Thai food restaurant, Straits Internet sites, WeMix.com And my favorite, MyGhetto.com The MVP, of this rap shit [Ludacris] Luda! I'm a hustler, baller, gangsta, cap peeler I stay strapped like your neighborhood trap dealer I got rifles that blow ya below ya bible belt And mac-11's that leave you wetter than Michael Phelps! (woo!) But you'll be swimming with the fishes Softer than bitches washing dishes, fool what's the business? I'm already rich, so talk mo' figures (yup) Spit 30 large for cigars of you hoe niggas (oww!) I got gangstas that'll rearrange ya whole face And put your casket on ice, now that's a cold case (ha!) Never forget where you come or that block'll bang you I keep my ear to the streets like a cocker spaniel I cock and blast you, into outer space Break every bone in ya, you so out of place Boom without a trace, you a bluff to block I got some red beams, let's play connect the dots! [Interlude: Ving Rhames] He's the biggest boss, coming outta the M-I-yayo Straight from the "Port of Miami" To keeping it "Trilla" Involved in many heated acts of violence This goes deeper than rap shit He's worth eight figures So young niggas, boss up I present to you, Rick Ross, the boss [Rick Ross] I got a letter from the government, the other day I opened and read it, it said "We want hustlers" Had a Lexus at 18, picture that Got a Chevy with pictures on it from pitching crack Bitch I know Haitians, we speaking Creole Bitch I'm a D-boy, still slinging kilos I got twenty cars, why exaggerate? It cost me five grand just to fill the gas tanks Love the marble floors, got the Greek pillows Fronting at awards, real street niggas I used to serve shake, now I serve steaks Three squares on the road, call it 3rd Bass Big ass face, chop you in your laugh face Shoot his ass, aim defense is the last case Keep Jewish friends, the newest Benz You in a pool of blood, let me see you swim [Ving Rhames] Hailing from College Park, Georgia Authorities figured they must have been some sort of mob Or illegal organization According to authorities, they made a quarter mil' a week Selling ? , they were some high-rolling hustlers Tity Boi, and Dolla Boy Playaz Circle, A.K.A., the Duffle Bag Boys [Tity Boi (Dolla Boy)] Uhh, I'm so sick I wrote this verse in a hospital it's an election year, I support struggle (We roll like bicycles, icicle flow) (White liquor, my nigga stay on line with the blow) I'm on time with the flow, not a minute nor second late ain't no such thing as second place (And every day I live heavyweight, you niggas featherweight) (Fairytale telling niggas really need to take a break) And the estate got a lake for a backyard (The pool room product put it all on my sacks card) For real? (Yeah, for real) I'm ill, I deal, I did, I will (I got dogs like Cujo, me and Tity two chains riding in a two do') Bitches catch kudos (you know) Yeah we move weight like sumos And kicks it with them bitches like judo southside! [Ving Rhames] Playaz Circle, Rick Ross, Ludacris This has been another episode, of "Southern Gangsta" Thanks for tuning in, what's next for Luda? Well, anything's possible, in the (Theater of the Mind)