Lyrical Breakdown of Hey You - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Hey You" 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 "Hey You" 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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I'd like to be the kind of dream you'd never share To be your boss and to be your maid Your shaving cream Your razor blade The buttons off your shirt, your favorite underwear I'd like to be the only thing on Earth that makes you cry The only thing that makes you happy Soon you will see That no one else but me can take you this high And soon you'll make your last name mine Hey you, I'm makin' an offer that no one could ever refuse Don't play the adamant Don't be so arrogant Can't you see I've fallen for you? Hey you, I'm makin' an offer that no one would dare to refuse Don't play the adamant Don't be so arrogant Let me in, let me be your muse tonight Tonight Tonight I'd like to be the first white hair upon your head To be your cherry pie, your daily bread I'll cook for free I'll make your bed If I can know the things you thought I'd never said I'd like to be the owner of the zipper on your jeans And that thing that makes you happy I'd like to be the beginning, the end, and the in-between And be your slave and be your queen Hey you, I'm makin' an offer that no one could ever refuse Don't play the adamant Don't be so arrogant Can't you see I've fallen for you? Hey you, I'm makin' an offer that no one would dare to refuse Don't play the adamant Don't be so arrogant Let me in, let me be your muse tonight Tonight Tonight Tonight, toni-i-ight Hey you, I'm makin' an offer that no one could ever refuse Don't play the adamant Don't be so arrogant Can't you see I've fallen for you? Hey you, I'm makin' an offer that no one would ever refuse Don't play the adamant Don't be so arrogant Let me in, let me be your muse tonight Tonight Tonight Oh Oh (Oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh, oh) tonight Tonight (oh, oh, oh, oh) Oh Let me in, let me be your muse Be your muse tonight