Lyrical Breakdown of Kick It Live - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how The Sugarhill Gang weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Kick It Live" 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 The Sugarhill Gang 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 The Sugarhill Gang's narrative.

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We're jammin to the beat Gotcha comin' in from out the streets Let's cram the jam with the homeboy And the fly girls lookin' sweet 'Cause we can party from 9 to 5 Doesn't matter when you arrive Aye, as long as when you come You'll have some fun And kick it live So everybody just clap ya hands Whoo! Hey girl, you better grab a man You can bet your last dime It's party time So everybody get up And get up and jam! So if ya wanna get down (come on!) Let's go to a party Where the ladies (come out!) To show off their bodies Where the men (come in!) They try to get loose To show who's got the juice Well, I'm down (come on!) It sounds like fun Well, I'm down (come on!) We gonna rock some (huh!) I'm down (come on!) You know I am (Why?) We like to jam! Well I'm Big Bank Hank, the fo-sho' shot Nothin' I like better than hittin' the spot At a high-powered party, we rollerjam (You comin'?) You know I am! Hey, well I'm Master Gee, the ladies know Darn well, that I turn out the show But it wouldn't be a party without you there To class up the whole affair And of course they call me Wonder Mike And if you can't hang, then take a hike Get movin' to the groove, and it's alright Cause ain't nothin' like a party night Ah, forget your 9 to 5, and come alive Forget about Uncle Sam Don't worry about a tax, it's time to relax Everybody get up, and get up, and jam! If ya wanna get down (come on!) Let's go to a party Where the ladies (come out!) To show off their bodies Where the men (come in!) They try to get loose To show who's got the juice Well, I'm down (come on!) It sounds like fun Well, I'm down (come on!) We gonna rock some (huh!) I'm down (come on!) You know I am (why?) We like to jam! We're breakin' hard, so let me tell you this It's just the kind of party you shouldn't miss So come on down, and you'll be glad you came and We'll feel the same 'Cause you can dance all night if the beat is tough So girls get ready to strut yo' stuff And when it's time to go, well then you'll say "no! We didn't do enough!" Y'all turned it out and we did too But that's not enough 'cause we're not through We forgot to scream and so did you So! Here's what we want y'all to do Clap! While we rap (hey!) And cheer, while we're here (come on!) Fly guys, fly girls, fly girls, homeboys Everybody in the place, let's make some noise! We're jammin' to the beat Gotcha comin' in from out the streets Let's cram the jam with the homeboy And the fly girls lookin' sweet 'Cause we can party from 9 to 5 It doesn't matter when you arrive Aye, as long as when you come, you'll have some fun and Kick it live! So everybody just clap ya hands Ha! Hey girl, you better grab a man You can bet your last dime It's party time So everybody get up And get up and jam! Oww! Woo! Got a lot o' mode Got a lot o' mode, come on! Now get down with it Woo! If ya wanna get down (come on!) Let's go to a party Where the ladies (come out!) To show off their bodies Where the men (come in!) They try to get loose To show who's got the juice Well, I'm down (come on!) It sounds like fun I'm down (come on!) We gonna rock some (huh!) I'm down (come on!) You know I am (why?) We like to jam! (Who's got the juice?) (Who's got the juice?) (Who's got the juice?) S-U-G-A-R-H-I-L-L We go by the name of the Sugar Hill Gang And that's how it's spelled 'Cause we party from 9 to 5 It doesn't matter when you arrive As long as when you come, you'll have some fun and Kick it live! Viciously What you got for G? (Come on girls!) (Who's got the juice?) (We got the juice) (Who's got the juice?) (We got the juice) (Who's got the juice?) (Ha-ha-ha) (Who's got the juice?) (Come on girls!) (Who's got the juice?) (We got the juice) (Who's got the juice?) (We got the juice) (Who's got the juice?) (Ha-ha-ha) (Who's got the juice?)