Lyrical Breakdown of Hey Young World - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

• Lyric Overview: Witness how Slick Rick weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Hey Young World" 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 Slick Rick 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 Slick Rick's narrative.

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Guess who's back Guess who's back Guess who's back Hey young world, the world is yours Hey young world, the world is yours Young world, young world, the world is yours Young wo-oh-oh-urld This rap here, it may cause concern it's broad and deep Why don't you listen and learn, love mean happiness That once was strong, but due to society, even that's turned wrong Times have changed, and it's cool to look bummy And be a dumb dummy and disrespect your mummy Have you forgotten, who put you on this earth, huh? Who brought you up right, and who loved you since your birth? Reward is a brainwashed kid goin' wild Young little girls already have a child Bad company, hey, now you've been framed Your parents are hurting, hurting and ashamed You're ruining yourself, and your mommy can't cope Hey, little kids don't follow these dopes Here's a rule for the non-cool, your life, don't drool Don't be a fool like those that don't go to school Get ahead, and accomplish things You'll see the wonder and the joy life brings Don't admire thieves, hey, they don't admire you Their time's limited, hard rocks too So listen, be strong, scream who-o-pee-doo Go for yours, 'cause dreams come true And you'll make your mommy proud, so proud of you too And this is a message, that the ruler rick threw and it's true You know, you know what, you know what, you know what? We like to party, like to party You know, you know what, you know what, you know what? (Hey young world, the world is yours) We like to party, like to party (hey young world) You know, you know what, you know what, you know what? We like to party, like to party Yo, peep this Hey Mr. Bigshot, hey, don't you look fly? But you don't have a nickle, oh-oh-oh-oh, my, my, my You've been fightin' again and, you forgot why Hey kid, walk straight, master your high Why-y-y-y-y, because you make your family cry And all jokes aside, are you in good health? Hey little boy, now have you really checked yourself? You're a disgust, you know someone that I can't trust, you'd Steal mom's welfare, and you'd run and buy some dust, and Plus, a must so, Bigshot you're not Your friends are talkin', and I'm hearin' that your girls are what? You didn't know? Go steal and rob (And while you're at it) go get a suit for a j-oh-oh-ob You see, you're actin' like this urge is demanding C'mon, wake up, have some understandin' Society's a weak excuse for a man It's time for the brothers rap is trying to take the stand Believe it or not, the Lord still shines on you deep Guides you, and he watched you as you grew, plus Past the age of a little child, that's true But folks your age don't act like you do, so So be mature, and put the point to a halt And if you're over eighteen, I wish you'd act like an adult Don't live in a world of hate, hate, hate Pull yourself together, and get yourself straight Men don't steal they, most don't borrow And if you smoke crack, your kids will smoke crack tomorrow So be more mature, and kids do your chores Make your own money, hey, be proud that's yours You know why, 'cause that's a man, that's brains no spite Stayin' out of trouble, when it comes in sight And a man never loses a fight, in god's sight 'Cause righteous laws are overdue And this is a message that the Ruler Rick threw and it's true You know, you know what, you know what, you know what? We like to party, like to party You know, you know what, you know what, you know what? (Hey young world, the world is yours) We like to party, like to party (hey young world) Yo, peep this MC Ricky D The Grand, Grand, Grand Wizzard And his and his partner And his and his and his and his and his and his partner Say what? La-di da-di, la-di da-di La-di da-di, la-di da-di La-di da-di, la-di da-di La-di da-di