Lyrical Breakdown of Ragtime - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Run-DMC weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Ragtime" 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 Run-DMC 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 Run-DMC's narrative.

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I woke up this morning, got ready to roll Put on my green bomber it was, freezing cold Applied long johns with Adidas not matching I called up Jam Master 'cause I knew he was scratching (what's up?) Jay to the telly music, loud as hell He said, "Hold up Run," (ding-dong) "It's the bell!" Jay to the door as he leaves the cut For his eyes a surprise, "D.M.C. whats up?" I need a little help Jay, I got a little problem A guy like yourself, maybe you can help me solve 'em I only want to know why this happens all the time (what?) Everywhere I go, I start to rap and rhyme I rock them in the day (yeah you rock 'em every night) I rock 'em when I left, so Def I knew something was wrong (alright) I rhyme when I am sleeping, I rhyme when I'm awake When I was nine I said a rhyme by putting candles on my cake I just came from the bank (you said a rhyme?) A rhyme so funny A song about the line so long they all gave me their money That's why I came to you, you're my friend (yes that is true) Said, "Maybe Jay knows what to say, he'll tell me what to do" (hm) Yo you go get Joe, and all the rhymes you made And we'll go to the bank, and we can all get paid! Cruisin' down the block, in the '66 Olds Girls are on the jock like the ride was a Rolls Feelin' kinda great, got change for the toll Suckers gotta wait, that's your fate, poor soul Heard you on the records and I heard you on the tapes Stop! Switch the conversation over to grapes, because You're not bustin' none, so stop fussin' son You're not down with the Rush, they call us Russ and Run Since that's the company, you won't be chumpin' me Here's the man, ask that fan (run big brother D!)