Lyrical Breakdown of Tie Goes To the Runner - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Tie Goes To the Runner" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Public Enemy weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Tie Goes To the Runner" 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 Public Enemy 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 Public Enemy's narrative.

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Here a track I found underneath Findin' beats is a treat An' I don't care if it top pop Abracadabra can't keep a tab a This stickin' around like D an' it stuck Chuck Into a mode, unloadin' pop, pop, pop Go the weasels that dropped from the hip hop Kissin' the good bye Goin' goin' gone Keep it flowin' on Like a lemon I ain't livin' Like a lime here's a line To those here's a rose keep the casket closed Gone and in check The next is from the X Wrecked and affected by the rest huh How I'm gonna go I gotta flow 'Cause they figure I'm a gonna... Tie goes to the runner Politikin' I be wreckin' I reckon he's the electrician Pullin' the switches on brothers Who be in disposition I never got along wit' the long Arm of the law I saw where they place the hardcore To them it doesn't matter Where it splatter Our blood from the bullet Not ballot I vote for Jim Brown I know it don't rhyme Does it matter that he In fact he won't find Excuses inside of Murphy Brown I'm on a level livin' low Here we go I know If this was Africa I'd try to give a necktie To those runnin' & lyin' disguisin' Three guys (surprise) Tie goes to the runner Not surprised at all About the riot zone And I moan I wish they leave me alone yo This was predicted not self-inflicted By the rapp outta the 'hood They picked it good Hittin' heavy critical aim at all the phony names Prez rembezzlers Who gettin' voted mayor Lookin' at 'em wit' an Evil eye (why lie) I don't buy the fly look As the fall guy I'm livin' low across the tracks Politikin' who stickin' had better Watch their backs In another long hot summer Tie goes to the runner An' I quote I freak da notes I double the dose All she wrote Devour got the power of a double man Get excited just don't bite it or you're in trouble man Got a rhythm to ride A thought provoke 'Cause I don't joke Here's a brother wit' an attitude Don't get me rude Chew it up wass up it's like food