Lyrical Breakdown of Straight Up The Block - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Straight Up The Block" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.
- Lyric Overview: Witness how RZA weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Straight Up The Block" 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 RZA 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 RZA's narrative.
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David, David, David
David, David Banner
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan, Lon, London, Japan
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan to the top of the pop
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan, Lon, London, Japan
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan to the top of the pop
Yo, yo who got the biggest dick? Who got the phattest whip?
Who got the baddest bitch? Who got the fullest clip?
Crib in Paris, France, plus in Maryland
In Baltimore, I bought the cabstand
Up in Burbank, the crib, I smiled at Hillary
Bless the valley with the hundred dollar chivalry
Got the UFC Bodog on my catalog
Mayor Koch Records, they the landlord
It's the Digitech, you ain't get a check
You better get a deal, better make a bet
Get ya money right, what an appetite
I see ya'll cats later, about to catch a flight
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan, Lon, London, Japan
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan to the top of the pop
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan, Lon, London, Japan
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan to the top of the pop
J m'appel, Bobby Digital
Comme ta le vous, mademoiselle
La original, pouf e tranquille
Ai ont pope ordinal, ladite
Baobabs, tre be on
Savait, let's get it on
Plus the yacht, we just docked
Yo Kinetic, son, yeah, let 'em flop
A box of Belvedere, private stock
My Karachi jacket, Gucci watch
Yo, Rugged Monk, scotch on rocks
Aiyo, Bobby D, what's up with Goldielocks?
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan, Lon, London, Japan
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan to the top of the pop
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan, Lon, London, Japan
And I'm straight off the block and I'm straight off the block
Lon, London, Japan to the top of the pop
Yeah, it's ya boy David Banner, south side to the day I die
You know what Im talkin about?
They weren't expectin us to hook this one up
You know what Im talkin about?
N.Y.C., straight to Mississippi
You know what Im talkin about?
Get your money pimpin
It don't matter where you are
You in London, you in Japan
You know what Im talkin about
You in Spain, you in Italy
Wherever the hell you are
Get up on your money pimpin
You know what Im talkin about?
And this beat is so fresh, watch this