Lyrical Breakdown of Blue Black Jack - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Blue Black Jack" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how Mos Def weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Blue Black Jack" 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 Mos Def 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 Mos Def's narrative.
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Boogie man, boogie man
Boogie man, boogie man
Music
Black Jack was a fighting man
Black Jack was a mighty man
You stand 'em up, he knock 'em out
Yeah, yeah, that's the real
You stand 'em up, he knock 'em down
Yeah, yeah, that's the deal
Now sing them high, hey, hey, hey, hey
Up in the sky, whoa oh wooo
Break it down low, whoa whoa
Break it off slow, whoa whoa
Then shout it out
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Black Jack was a fighting man
Black Jack was a mighty man
You stand 'em up, he knock 'em out
Yeah, yeah, that's the real
You stand 'em up, he knock 'em down
Yeah, yeah, that's the deal
Now sing 'em high, hey, hey, hey, hey
Up in the sky, whoa oh wooo
Break it down low, whoa whoa
Break it off slow, whoa whoa
Then shout it out
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Who dat boogie man?
There dat boogie man
Tackidy Tackidy Tap Tap Tap
Holdin' bread in hand
Go 'head work that band
Go 'head work it say
Talkin' the talk, yeah, walkin' the walk
Is what daddy do, they say
Wear them pretty clothes
Drive them pretty cars
You a superhero
You a superstar
You a superman
Go 'head, fly yo cape
Blowin' in the wind
Let 'em touch the hand
Stand and fight and win
Snatch the crown again
Wit' yo mighty swing
And yo flashy smile
Let them see the light
You so black and bright
You so bright you black
Shinin' and cryin' to fight them back
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah