Lyrical Breakdown of Been a Long Time - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Been a Long Time" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Nate Dogg weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Been a Long Time" 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 Nate Dogg 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 Nate Dogg's narrative.

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Rrrah, uhh - It's radio, radio station, cat Xzibit, huh? K-W-Balls, Daniel Thompson hold like this Like that in fact (yeah), with a fat- Battlecat track (uh-huh) I'm takin' caller number one, that is Rrrah, uhh, -, you took too long Caller number two like this (hit 'em) Bounce up out of the house close to midnight Full rack up in the back - is tight Full charge and I'm out for somethin' Mass production, Battlecat bang percussion End of discussion, hittin' some corners, rearrange things And bring change, we expand California Listen, I lost more than I can ever gain back From this road to riches, makin' my heart turn black So I'm cold to -, and I never call back Plus, I'm stoned and vicious, lay your whole hood flat Get your, - together -, Big Snoop Dogg told me "Do music and leave that other - alone homie" We came from dust, the X-odus, the hard to touch Y'all - ain't -in with us, and plus It ain't nothin' like standin' on your own two So run them streets, but never let 'em run you Time is steady wastin' (steady wastin') Since time won't wait for me (yeah, won't wait, won't wait) Just give me a beat that's bang (give me a beat that's bangin') I'll bust 'til I'm deceased, yeah (woo-ooh, ooh-ooh) Tune in, witness the rise of a icon The python wrap around, 'til your breath gone The upper echelon, and I'm the cat you pull a weapon on And wanna squeeze, 'til my life is gone? Back to the wall and trust nobody Sippin' Cognac with Kurupt, Young Gotti Somebody gotta recognize this Throw four fingers up, add a thumb, then make it a fist Number one draft pick, lead the league in assists Give a - how you decorate your neck and your wrists You just settin' yourself up for the twist (give me that) it's like this Only a few slide through like the Schindler's List Who's the -? Who's the Mack? What's worse? The - that bring in the coke or smoke the crack? Metaphor figure four, let it break your back (yeah) It's been a long time, where the gangstas at? Time is steady wastin' (steady wastin') Since time won't wait for me (yeah, won't wait, won't wait) Just give me a beat that's bang (give me a beat that's bangin') I'll bust 'til I'm deceased, yeah (woo-ooh, ooh-ooh) Damn, it feels good to be back in the saddle On top of the game, crackin' the frame, the heat of the battle Been a long time comin', but we waited (yeah) Xzibit went from bein' hated, to makin' the whole world say it Give a - if the radio play it - fall like the domino effect, and you can't delay it It ain't about who you are when you're makin' your stack It's the look that's on your face when you givin' it back So picture that Time, keeps on slippin', slippin' Keeps on slippin' away (mm-hmm) My mind keeps on trippin', trippin' (uh) Trippin' like every day (yeah) (mm-hmm) Yeah, it's been a long time Time is steady wastin' (steady wastin') Since time won't wait for me (yeah, won't wait, won't wait) Just give me a beat that's bang (give me a beat that's bangin') I'll bust 'til I'm deceased, yeah (woo-ooh, ooh-ooh) (First message, message marked "Urgent") "Xzibit, it's Rifkind, remember me? You know Loud Records? You haven't called the label in six months I know you're a star and everything, right now But you know what? We really need this records, Tony is down my throat Please, please, call me, Steve Rifkind, Loud Records" (End of message)