Lyrical Breakdown of What Kind A Power We Got? - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "What Kind A Power We Got?" 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 "What Kind A Power We Got?" 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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Yo, another day, another 49 cents Mr., Mr., why you always tryin' to take all our money? Because I'm the government And you-u-u have to pay Stop tryin' to take our money! Yo, you gotta bust this We want justice From public enemy number one To can't trust this Like F Jim or Hyatt Because we're sick and fuckin' tired Of being mistreated by the undefeated Powers in the seat that can't be beat Probably gone is the head that make clear to the feet The two worlds are talkin', plus crooked walkin' Blind to the fact that the enemy is stalking For ways for days to search United States quiet We're not a full power cause of racial riot In my neighborhood, we attempt to kill each other Politics said fuck power to the brother Be strong be righteous, don't be no sinister I got the word from brother minister (minister) Farrakhan speaks, and so does Muhammad The days of Ramadan is protected, you can't harm it My statement is the fact to the highest degree Flavor works this style, you can't touch me What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) Bring it on (I know you got soul) Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Yo, some seek stardom (Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on) And forgot all about Harlem (Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on) Yo, Fugess (Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on) Rock the house! (Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on) Now I don't know But tell me what you gonna do When the ending of time comes near Whatever you do, it's gotta be funky I'm not tryin' to put your life in full of fear! By the Flava skies we are flyin' The truth we be buyin' To buy in all the lying How you livin' Why you livin' Where you livin' It ain't got to be like that, by only givin' It was your own choice, sratched up your Rolls Royce Every childish friend you had was glad to rejoice And turning in the nut, trying to make the pockets fatter One shot in the head, everybody scatter! The world's gonna catch on fire A funeral pyre is the hard-headed people's desire Every lyin' tryer will turn into a cryer Who will just sit back, thinkin' higher and higher Friends will always move 'til you get to barb wire Every cop in law gets a flat tire What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power you got? (Soul power) What kind of power you got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) Take me on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on Yo check this out My partner Chuck D (Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on) Got all the ozs of knowledge, wisdom and understanding A-yo Chuck (Goin' on it, get it, gotta get it on) Let 'em know why you the Prophet of Rap Kick that shit, Chuck Some people, people Don't like the way, the way Flavor walk Come on now, we want all the people to check it out and listen to it, listen to the man That's my partner partner Some people, people Don't like the way, the way the Flavor Flav talk But ladies and gentlemen I like for you to know This my main man throwing down What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power you want now? (Soul power) What kind of power you need now? (Soul power) What kind of power you got now? (Soul power) You know you gots to have it? (Soul power) I know you gotta have soul, y'all? (Soul power) I got this soul and you want some? (Soul power) What kind of power we got now? (Soul power) 'Cause I know you got soul y'all? (Soul power) What kind of power we got y'all? (Soul power) I know the Flava got soul? (Soul power) I know you gotta have soul? (Soul power) What kind of power we got y'all? (Soul power) What kind of power we need y'all? (Soul power) Of course I know you got Flava? (Soul power) And the Flava got soul? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) No cursing Only versing And if it ain't better Then we make it worsen All that! All that! All that! Waah! Waah! Waah! Rock the house y'all Come on! What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got y'all? (Soul power) I got this soul and you want some? (Soul power) You know you gots to have it? (Soul power) And, and the Flava got soul, y'all? (Soul power) 'Cause I know you got Flava? (Soul power) Shockley music, rockin' o-o-on Long Island in effect once again, boy! You know want I'm sayin'? Well we ain't playin' It's all in the message that we relayin' Right here on the map we stayin' You know what I'm sayin'? S1W's in full effect Terminator X from turntable number 1 and turntable number 2 It's in check, boy! And we're the real McCoy, boy! It's like that, boy! We make you jump for joy, you know what I'm sayin'? What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power you need now? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power) What kind of power we got? (Soul power)