Lyrical Breakdown of Shells - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Shells" 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 "Shells" 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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Shells on the floor
The writing's on the wall
Bullets in your store
Says "I'm hunting for you all"
Field full of dope
I'm harvesting my hope
Shipping out speed boats
So we're not broke
Coca-cola floats
The stock market broke
Somewhere in Angola we're still craving for a goat
Send me a post
Yeah, send me something you wrote
School of the hard knocks
We don't like to boast
Go down the road
Their cars are rolling slow
Boys fighting laws
Got their AKs on show
Kids playing ball
They growing like they know
Wanna make that doe
Just to have something to show
Buy Tees and Gold
Bandanas and hoes
Freedom costs money and they're feeling really bored
Vitamins are low
Amphetamines high
Busting out shots
On rings and chicken pie
Shells on the floor
The writing's on the wall
Bullets in your store
Says "I'm hunting for you all"
Fields filled with dope
I'm harvesting my hope
Shipping out speed boats
So we're not broke
Why you gotta make me out like this
Why you gotta make me out like this
I never wanted none of this shit
Why you gotta make me out like this
I never asked for none of this shit
Why you gotta make me out like this
Talking about, talking about war war war
I rather talk about moi
Talking about, talking about war war war
I rather talk about moi
Talking about, talking about war war war
I rather talk about moi
Talking about, talking about war war war
I rather talk about moi
Talking about, talking about war war war
I rather talk about moi