Lyrical Breakdown of 4:20 - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "4:20" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Method Man weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "4:20" 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 Method Man 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 Method Man's narrative.

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Roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it Roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it Roll, roll, roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it Roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it Yeah, fast or slow mo, oh no, Meth done made a killing Call the po-po, oh n***** is squealing, oh, y'all ain't feeling N***** no more, the bigger they are, harder they go though Good p**** put a hump in my back like Quasimoto Hah, my sex ain't h*** season vet, hold the adobo Got rappers on that low carb diet, y'all can't get no dough I keep a low pro, file, excuse me as I get s**** out Put hands on these n*****, then put the roach out Go head, I'm wishing you would, ask if it's good Man, this Tarzan s*** in the woods, my s*** is hood, b**** That means I'm hood rich, telling you lies Straight out the pull-pit, it's like Merrill Lynch I'm on that bulls*** Real s***, money come first, and even worse You need all your toes and fingers to count up what I'm worth, t**** So when I blow a smoke cloud in your face, just take a hint D****, you crowding my space, it's Mr. Meth, pa It's 4: 20, roll up, n**** getting smoked out No seeds, California w*** have you choked out No doubt, roll up, which rims s***** out 4: 20 mean you either roll up or roll out Roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it Roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it So on and so on, I flow on, power to our people Get your s**** on and I'm so gone, off, that s*** d***** Hard to hold on, but hold on, it's like I'm Pretty Toney With that robe, got terrorist shook, because I'm so bomb The hood, put, me in position, I'm in the kitchen With that cook book, the service I'm giving, birds they vision Not a good look, told ya my n****, Tical deliver Or crook, lots of a**** to kick, wish I had a bigger foot Yeah, taking it there, hating who care Y'all stay out my mental, I got killas waiting in here To get you, as I sharpen my pencils, tear apart instrumentals Fuck it, y'all n***** is p****, so is the d*** that sent you RZA, we done it again, Co-D occasion Here's to short skirts and Ol' Dirt McGirt, okay, then Let's get it popping, like it ain't nothing to get it popping The big and rotten's the city, too good to be forgotten It's 4: 20, roll up, n**** getting smoked out No seeds, California w*** have you choked out No doubt, roll up, which rims s***** out 4: 20 mean you either roll up or roll out It's 4: 20, roll up, n**** getting smoked out No seeds, California w*** have you choked out No doubt, roll up, which rims s***** out 4: 20 mean you either roll up or roll out Roll that s***, light that s***, smoke it The rap game won't like me You can tell that a n**** is shiesty If I die, my second born'll be like me, slide d*** to your wifey Never know your baby boy just might be Quick to rob a jack, he's so icey, stay dressed to kill From the Hill, never ran, never will Attitude, like, fuck you still, I see you missing the point This is not a rap song, you get clapped on B****** break the bone, like the joint, call you out your name Disrespect ya moms, spit on your dame Go public, then, s*** on your fame, you overlooking the fact Where you from, is where we at and y'all don't want no, parts, in that that Caught your verse for sale, but real n***** don't shoot and tell We'd rather do the time and rot in the cell Roll that s*** The inner outer state, bi-coastal smoker Inhale, Cali piff with a swift of glaucoma Black jeans, black Timbs, black Benz roaster Smoke rise, out the sun roof when I roll up Verrazano, with no relation to Gravano Carlo, shots are hollow, still cop a bottle And pour some out, moment of silence, then I swallow I'm still alive and still the sun'll come out tomorrow Shine, shine, shine and grind, 'cause it's money on my mind And I'm moving like my life is on the line For the bulls***, I really got no time, a full clip Really gon' let ya n***** know what's on my mind When ya getting out of line, have them choppers lit up You won't need a camera phone to get the picture Chalk down, tape around, body bag zipped up Carlo Verrazano, you can call me mister It's 4: 20, roll up, n**** getting smoked out No seeds, California w*** have you choked out No doubt, roll up, which rims s***** out 4: 20 mean you either roll up or roll out