Lyrical Breakdown of Cross That Line - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Cross That Line" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Rick Ross weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Cross That Line" 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 Rick Ross 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 Rick Ross's narrative.

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Convict, convict Upfront, yeah Convict Muzik (Ross) Oh (Triple Cs) If you ever cross that line I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you I got a whole bunch of gorillas, ready to pull the trigger And we out for that paper Comin' from a life of crime (Ross) Tryna be on my best behavior You see my rep's gettin' bigger But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters But only if you cross that line (hold up, hold up) I was birthed in a crack house But what made it worse every first is a packed house Little brother knowin' life illegal No toys, just playin' with pipes and needles I'm glorifyin' knights and regals Five thousand on the paint just so life will see you Green cards for the free lunch Now it's green cards, screen large and the seats crush Big guns for the other side Nigga try me, I'ma teach his momma homicide (gah-gah-gat-gat) I wanna see his momma eyes (momma eyes) I done cried 20 years, now I'm runnin' dry If you ever cross that line I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigger And we out for that paper Comin' from a life of crime Tryna be on my best behavior You see my rep's gettin' bigger But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters But only if you cross that line Don't cross that line Hopin' that you don't cross that line Don't cross that line Baby don't cross that line When I'm low on funds, I'ma load up guns Slap you in the head, I'ma open one African in bed, she just hope I'm done See the voodoo priest, then the coke gon' come Open up a drum, I'm eatin' Oprah crumbs Got poor credit, got whore debit Walk in the 40-40, I'ma score, bet it Four tennis chains ho, I'm progetic But the boe pellets will get you prosthetics If you don't dead it, just don't let it A life sentence is a life sentence All my homies got 'em, they just like Benzes If you ever cross that line I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigger And we out for that paper Comin' from a life of crime Tryna be on my best behavior You see my rep's gettin' bigger But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters But only if you cross that line Don't cross that line Hopin' that you don't cross that line Don't cross that line Baby don't cross that line Don't push me nigga, I ain't pussy nigga You would-be killers, yeah this could-be nigga The last minute of your last breath I'm the last image right before your last step Shotta, Glock poppa, my block hotter Cross the line, pay the fine (Ross) cop dollars No matter your age, creed or color nigga Can't cut it, stay choppin' through the butter nigga Critics wonder will I last long Even though I showed my ass on my last song (Ross) I gets my mash on (Ross) no mask on (Ross) Cross Ross, baby, it'll be a sad song If you ever cross that line I guarantee you there'll be nothin' to save you I got a whole bunch of gorillas ready to pull the trigger And we out for that paper Comin' from a life of crime Tryna be on my best behavior You see my rep's gettin' bigger But still that same nigga bustin' shots at them haters But only if you cross that line Don't cross that line Hopin' that you don't cross that line Don't cross that line Baby don't cross that line