Lyrical Breakdown of Hard Out Here for a Pimp - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Hard Out Here for a Pimp" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Three 6 Mafia weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Hard Out Here for a Pimp" 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 Three 6 Mafia employs. Understand the construction of each verse and how it contributes to the song's overall impact.
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You know it's hard out here for a pimp (you ain't know) When he tryin' to get this money for the rent (you ain't know) For the Cadillacs and gas money spent (you ain't know) Will cause a whole lot of bitches jumpin' ship (you ain't know) You know it's hard out here for a pimp (you ain't know) When he tryin' to get this money for the rent (you ain't know) For the Cadillacs and gas money spent (you ain't know) Will have a whole lot of bitches jumpin' ship (you ain't know) Through my eyes, I done seen some crazy thangs in the street Gotta couple of girls workin' on the track just for me But I gotta keep my game tight like Kobe on game night Like takin' from a girl don't know no better I know that ain't right Done seen people killed, done seen people deal Done seen people live in poverty with no meal It's messed up where I live, but that's just how it is It might be new to you, but it's been like this for years It's blood, sweat and tears when it come down to a lick I'm tryin' to get rich 'fore I leave up out of here I'm tryin' to have thangs but it's hard for a pimp So I'm prayin' and I'm hopin' to God I don't slip, yeah You know it's hard out here for a pimp (you ain't know) When he tryin' to get this money for the rent (you ain't know) For the Cadillacs and gas money spent (you ain't know) Will cause a whole lot of bitches jumpin' ship (you ain't know) You know it's hard out here for a pimp (you ain't know) When he tryin' to get this money for the rent (you ain't know) For the Cadillacs and gas money spent (yeah, Academy Award winner) Will have a whole lot of bitches jumpin' ship (Three 6 Mafia) (You know what time it is) Man, it seems like I'm duckin', dodgin' bullets everyday Ghouls hatin' on me 'cause I got girls on the bay But I gotta stay paid, gotta stay above water Couldn't keep up with my girls, that's when thangs got harder North Memphis where I'm from, I'm 7th street bound Where people all the time end up lost and never found Man, these girls take me through thangs, keep me with a headache I'm hopin' every night, they don't end up bein' dead weight I got a snow bunny and a Black girl too You pay the right price and they'll both do you That's the way the game goes, gotta keep it strictly pimpin' Gotta keep my hustle tight, makin' change off these women, yeah You know it's hard out here for a pimp (you ain't know) When he tryin' to get this money for the rent (you ain't know) For the Cadillacs and gas money spent (you ain't know) Will cause a whole lot of bitches jumpin' ship (you ain't know) You know it's hard out here for a pimp (you ain't know) When he tryin' to get this money for the rent (you ain't know) For the Cadillacs and gas money spent (you ain't know) Will have a whole lot of bitches jumpin' ship (you ain't know)