Lyrical Breakdown of Don't Bother - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Don't Bother" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Shakira weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Don't Bother" 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 Shakira 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 Shakira's narrative.

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She's got the kind of look that defies gravity She's the greatest cook And she's fat free (Fat free, fat free, fat free) She's been to private school And she speaks perfect French She's got her perfect friends Oh, isn't she cool? She practices Tai Chi She'd never lose her nerve She's more than you deserve She's just far better than me Hey, hey So don't bother I won't die of deception I promise you won't ever see me cry Don't feel sorry And don't bother, I'll be fine But she's waiting The ring you gave to her will lose its shine So don't bother, be unkind I'm sure she doesn't know How to touch you like I would I beat her at that one good Don't you think so? She's almost six feet tall She must think I'm a flea I'm really a cat, you see And it's not my last life at all Hey, hey So don't bother I won't die of deception I promise you won't ever see me cry Don't feel sorry Don't bother, I'll be fine But she's waiting The ring you gave to her will lose its shine So don't bother, be unkind For you, I'd give up all I own And move to a communist country If you came with me, of course And I'd file my nails so they don't hurt you And lose those pounds, learn about football If it made you stay But you won't, but you won't So don't bother I'll be fine, I'll be fine, I'll be fine, I'll be fine Promise you won't ever see me cry And after all, I'm glad that I'm not your type Promise you won't ever see me cry Don't bother I'll be fine, I'll be fine, I'll be fine, I'll be fine Promise you won't ever see me cry And after all, I'm glad that I'm not your type Not your type, not your type, not your type Promise you won't ever see me cry