Lyrical Breakdown of TELL ME WHY - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "TELL ME WHY" 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 "TELL ME WHY" 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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You won't give me no more You won't give me no more You won't give me no more You won't give me no more You won't Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same I been coming up for a while on your radar I know I made it just by counting up my hater I got a speedboat, get away like later You better have a load of cheddar if you ain't got data 'Cause you can live it up, pull it up, start reeling Start throwing hands up like you're mad at the ceiling You can make a killing but don't forget the feeling People stealing money and down with double dealing You won't give me no more You won't give me no more Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same You can take me courthouse You can take me jail You can take me anywhere But you can't get me there You can ask me where I'm going And I'll tell you crazy But when I get to where I'm going You should come with me You been staying up, pull me up, start reeling I'm throwing up my hands like I'm mad at the ceiling Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same I got roof on my head, I got food in my pot And the old ways are dead with the new ones we got There is water in my pot and I'm half and half not And the old kind is broke with the new kind we bought I drink alcohol, know the words to 'Wonderwall' I rewrite the code while I do my time on road Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same Tell me why Things change but it feels the same If life is such a game How come people all act the same