Lyrical Breakdown of The Quest - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "The Quest" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how Mac Miller weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "The Quest" 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 Mac Miller 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 Mac Miller's narrative.
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Life
Life
I had a job, sold some drugs
Hatin' on me, I don't hold a grudge
High as fuck, rollin' up
You can't tell me shit, you don't know enough (you don't know enough)
Who the fuck are you?
Wanna tell me what I can and can't do (can't do)
Spend a couple grand on a new tattoo (tattoo)
Fuckin' these hoes, yeah, I do that too
But I (but I) be by your side when you cry
We try to live in this lie
Holidays that go by, let 'em drink, a man is still dry
So I'm makin' these calls
Keep my eyes to the sky, you know I'm takin' it all (all)
Been knocked down, but I got up swingin'
Wide awake, my phone stay ringin' (phone stay ringin')
In a daydream (daydream), in a daydream (in a daydream)
As we get higher, fuck work, girl, let's get fired (girl, let's get fired)
In the making (in the making), I'm doin' great things
Ran around the motherfuckin' streets like a psycho
Hard to keep your balance when you're jumpin' on a tightrope (tightrope)
Jumpin' on a tightrope (rope)
If I fall, would you love me at all?
Wake up in the mornin' and fuck 'til tomorrow (fuck 'til tomorrow)
I know it's lookin' strange (lookin' strange)
But don't look away (don't look away)
Once (once) upon (upon) a time (a time)
The world (the world) is soon (is soon) to be mine (to be mine)
I'm (I'm), I'm nothin', man, I just am (damn)
Hate the lights, hate the camera, ride around in that Panamera (Panamera)
Got ABCs, no Levi's, I'm walkin' 'round with that peace sign
I see you there in your Carrera (your Carrera)
You ridin' ill (ridin' ill), got some time to kill (got some time to kill)
Stop by and chill (stop by and chill)
We can talk about all the things you won't tell nobody (nobody)
Your mind is filled (your mind is filled) with all kinds of pills (all kinds of pills)
Girl, let's keep runnin', the end is coming
You told me that you afraid of decisions that you have made
You worry way too much (you worry way too much)
Shit just ain't the same when the world is filled with pain
Will I hurt you if I touch? (Will I hurt you if I touch?)
I'll take it slow, don't need to rush, fuck everybody, it'll just be us (us)
Speedin' up, you try keepin' up, if you havin' trouble, please speak up (please speak up)
When you're underwater, breathin' seem to be tough (tough)
Come sleep with me, it's not Easy Street, I got dreams that we can discuss
Life
Life
Once (once) upon (upon) a time (a time)
The world (the world) is soon (is soon) to be mine (to be mine)
I'm (I'm), I'm nothin', man, I just am (damn)
So you be
And we good