Lyrical Breakdown of Runaway - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Runaway" 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 "Runaway" 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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[Slick Rick] Well, I waited long time sweatin it Gettin jerked but yea I'm gettin it Early mornin, stiff as dawn and 'em, 'cause a brother give the mornin off And then we doin in, paranoid to new swearin I said meet me in the lobby skip So one could cut down on the cherry tip Alright, he flyin scat, to being fair to show a mighty that La Di Da Di wanted Gotti and although depended on the body and Who I know was gonna runaway, am I to live to serve the next day When I know she's gonna be wit him, so hallelujah, praise God King [samples] [Slick Rick] Checked it out, even candle light I figured out better handle it my nigga, in I think the best thing is to block her out 'cause she doesn't give a fuck about So much change and true it in, you would of cared to wish the you-nion She's not a phony, turn the Sony off, you better overcome the lonely of Although a brother lettin that, thus don't know where I'm headin at To see, even though we fought of it by bother just the very thought of it When I know she's gonna runaway, am I to live to serve the next day When I know she's gonna be wit him, so hallelujah, praise God King And I know you're gonna runaway, am I to live to serve the next day When I know you gonna be wit him, can't belive that this is happenin [samples] [Slick Rick] Well, I should say fine and phone wit coin but though you say that I'm the only one What, behind my back thinkin of, or father not the one I'm thinkin of On this stress, and when it's gonna end down wit this burden here I'm wonderin I know I should say fine fed it yea and think about all the girls ahead of ya Though hard for me to just forget he and try to follow to the letter end Although the terrible things we riff about or follow wise that I can live it out When I know you're gonna runaway, am I to live to serve the next day When I know you gonna be wit him, so hallelujah, praise God King When I know you're gonna runaway, am I to live to serve the next day When I know you gonna be wit him, can't believe this is happenin I know you're gonna runaway, I know you're gonna be wit him Seems I know you're gonna runaway, I know you're gonna be wit him Can't believe this is happenin