Lyrical Breakdown of Watch The Door - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Watch The Door" 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 "Watch The Door" 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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Watch the door, Chuck D, Public Enemy The red, black and green machine is back on the scene Every party needs somebody to watch the door as it's goin on Securin you, who's securin what? Watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Now I'm down to do your thing if your thing's the right thing P.E. ain't tryin to hear no fat lady sing Don't get it twisted 'cause we still love the music in the past Few years seen some use it then abuse it Some of these cats ain't sat down, washed their hands And say to the grace to the game, so they're a disgrace to the race Dig it, P-Dog we be diggin them party joints (that's right) Beats for everybody joints Takin' care and persevere, I'm makin my point Message around the world, rap be's for the poor You on the floor, we at the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor 'Cause it's about to go down these cowboys have jumped the corral Survival yeah we got the nerve to serve Like a hip-hop bible, don't libel Guerilla Funk, they got the title The late great, no need to donate dollars I don't care if they poppin' collars and holla's Who can't think between drinks, Chuck D I'm the driver Hard act to follow, I think for tomorrow Remix of old P.E. hits, I ain't up against it If it was up to me I'd give it all away Anyway, uploads for my people to download Shit so hot, iPods explode One at a time baby, for your mind baby Uhh, to keep your soul in control baby Not crazy this party's for everybody You on the floor, and I be watchin the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor (three, four, come on) Don't you think we should stay in our country Instead of trying to go out and fight somebody else's war? They doin' up, and killin' off a lot of innocent people Multiply, do not divide Think globally, act locally Passport, showin' no support Makin World War III, lookin' like a sport Human race, in the only place We know as Earth, right in our face And the firebombs, and the toxic waste Will leave this world without a trace And we don't want no other war Too late, the feds done closed the door And we the peeps get spoken for The people want peace but the people get a quota Ask no in the world order Security is supposed to be securing me So why are they always checking me? Put me on some social list Just because I pump my fist Callin' me some new terrorist Got the cure, high price for sure Fix the rich, and damn the poor Laptops, shoes, off says the law Make love, fuck war (ay yo) Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor Give back to get back 'cause we watch the door Rob the rich, give to the poor You're damn right! Public Enemy, bring that beat back 2006 for yo' bad ass Yeah, somebody gotta watch the damn door