Lyrical Breakdown of Born Free - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Born Free" 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 "Born Free" 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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Yeah, man made powers
Stood like a tower, higher and higher, hello
And the higher you go, you feel lower, oh
I was close to the end
Staying undercover, staying undercover
With a nose to the ground, I found my sound
Got myself an interview tomorrow
I got myself a jacket for a dollar
And my nails are chipped but I'm eager
And the car doesn't work, so I'm stuck here
Yeah, I don't wanna live for tomorrow, I push my life today
I throw this in your face when I see ya, I got something to say
I throw this shit in your face when I see ya 'cause I got something to say
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
(Bo-bo-born free, bo-bo-born free)
(Bo-bo-born free, bo-bo-born free)
You could try to find ways to be happier
You might end up somewhere in Ethiopia
You can think big with your idea
You ain't never gonna find Utopia
Take a bite out of life, make it snappier, yeah
Ordinary gone super trippier
So I check shit 'cause I'm lippier
And split a Czech like Slovakia
Yeah, I don't wanna live for tomorrow, I push my life today
I throw this in your face when I see you 'cause I got something to say
I throw this shit in your face when I see you
'Cause I got something to say
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
(Bo-bo-born free, bo-bo-born free)
(Bo-bo-born free, bo-bo-born free, oh, uh)
I don't wanna talk about money 'cause I got it (Got it, got it)
And I don't wanna talk about hoochies 'cause I been it (Been it, been it)
And I don't wanna be that fake but you can do it (Do it, do it)
And imitators, yeah, speak it (Speak it, speak it)
Oh lord, whoever you are
Yeah, come out wherever you are
Oh lord, whoever you are
Yeah, come out wherever you are
And tell 'em
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
I was born free (Born free)
(Bo-bo-born free, bo-bo-born free)
(Bo-bo-born free, bo-bo-born free)
(Free, free, free, free, free, free, free)