Lyrical Breakdown of XR2 - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "XR2" 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 "XR2" 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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Where were you in '92?

'92, '92, 90-90-'92

This is how we do in the XR2

The boys look fine, stereo's Alpine

20/20, Thunderbird, 12:09

Took a pill, good time all the time

This is how we do in the XR2

The boys look fine, stereo's Alpine

20/20, Thunderbird, 12:09

Took a pill, good time all the time

Brick Lane Massive, we were like grime

Labyrinth, world dance, Bagley's time

High top fades, we ain't never paid

Roll up jeans easy 'coz hey

Versace jeans, shades and chains

We roll in there like we late

DJ, MCs, private raves

Keep it secret, light it, mate

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we

Some of them drink Heineken

And some of them drink Bacardi

Some of them talk a lot of shit

And act rowdy

Some say people follow me

Some say people is the key

When the music's got the beat

Then that's what gets me

Some say, and some of them

When the music's got the beat

Then that's what gets me

Some people think we're stupid

But we're not

XR2, 808, MP3, MC8

XOX to MC5, MTV had ADD

NBC and BET, BBC is OAP

R.E.M., KLF, IQ up the ICQ

CB4, CPT, BBD and ATL

P Diddy had B.I.G., NYC had R&B

OPP, YRB, TLC, AWD

Jodeci, XXX, I heart you XR2

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go

Whistle, whistle, blow, blow

Here we, here we go, go