Lyrical Breakdown of Amazon - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how M.I.A. weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Amazon" 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 M.I.A. 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 M.I.A.'s narrative.

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I was missin' in action on the side of a carton I was taken in a Datsun from a street in Acton I was missin' in action on the side of a carton I was taken in a Datsun from a street in Acton I was sippin' on a Rubicon, thinkin' 'bout where I come It's all this for revolution Cuttin' up the coupon, savin' for a telephone Can I call home? Please, can I go home? I was sippin' on a Rubicon, thinkin' 'bout where I come It's all this for revolution Cuttin' up the coupon, savin' for a telephone Can I call home? Please, can I go home? Painted nails, sunsets on horizons Palm trees, silhouette smells amazing Blindfolds under home-made lanterns Somewhere in the Amazon, they're holding me ransom Painted nails, sunsets on horizons Palm trees, silhouette smells amazing Blindfolds under home-made lanterns Somewhere in the Amazon, they're holding me ransom Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Smokin' on a Benson, tryin' to get me undone Let me go, I don't want your attention Under submission, out of frustration I'll do it, I'll scream for the nation Smokin' on a Benson, tryin' to get me undone Let me go, I don't want your attention Under submission, out of frustration I'll do it, I'll scream for the nation Painted nails, sunsets on horizons Palm trees, silhouette smells amazing Blindfolds under home-made lanterns Somewhere in the Amazon, they're holding me ransom Painted nails, sunsets on horizons Palm trees, silhouette smells amazing Blindfolds under home-made lanterns Somewhere in the Amazon, they're holding me ransom Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Hello, this is M.I.A., could you please come get me? Minutes turned to hours and became our dates When we shared raindrops that turned into lakes Bodies started merging and the lines got gray Now, I'm looking at him, thinking maybe he's okay Minutes turned to hours and became our dates When we shared raindrops that turned into lakes Bodies started merging and the lines got gray Now, I'm looking at him, thinking maybe he's okay Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me Hello, this is M.I.A., it's okay, you forgot me