Lyrical Breakdown of On The Hood - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how T.I. weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "On The Hood" 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 T.I. 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 T.I.'s narrative.

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Huh, I came in the game, puttin' these bustas' in check Got a problem with it? Good luck with that Okay, I earned my stripes, I'm tried and true If you hangin' with a opp nigga, then fuck you too That's on the hood (Yeah) Nigga, that's on the hood Okay, still get paid off rap, you see Did my deal like Master P Ayy, listen, all my gas be vacuum-sealed Killin' this shit dead, no casualty Okay, built my empire gradually Used to keep white like ashy knees And in comparison, you better do it carefully Could still mention they name, just after me Will never trade who I am to be whatever you are We gon' get some understandin' before I go on your jaw Ain't gotta have to know about you, already knowin' you flaw You get in front of police and tell 'em whatever you saw One thing about it, big wheel gon' keep on rollin' Until the forward motion, regret, had when they bring out your bid That when the pressure get applied, nigga, die for respect Your ego big as a giant, you tryna keep 'em in check Good luck with that Huh, I came in the game, puttin' these bustas' in check Got a problem with it? Good luck with that Okay, I earned my stripes, I'm tried and true If you hangin' with a opp nigga, then fuck you too That's on the hood (Yeah) Nigga, that's on the hood Blogs change a nigga lyrics, guess I'm finally famous Five hundred K in jewelry, bitch, I finally made it Still swappin' out the twenties, right on 6th & Davison Quarter million cash stashed, bro, them shit got raided Still yellin', "Free my neighbors," enough for us to leave the nation Fuck it up, we need to save it, back to hustle, I need the paper Hit me up, you need a favor (What you mean?) I can still get that truckload Young Dugg been betrayed, it's hard to trust hoes I might swap it out with TIP, go throw my buffs on Lock in with the custo', top-ten for a month-long Drop 'em for a run, but I still cop 'em with the backend Ayy, we could nuke two hundred, I might need to grab tens Huh, I came in the game, puttin' these bustas' in check Got a problem with it? Good luck with that Okay, I earned my stripes, I'm tried and true If you hangin' with a opp nigga, then fuck you too That's on the hood (Yeah) Nigga, that's on the hood Gang land, hell gang Mozzy One on top, [Ocky], nigga Ayy, I don't fuck with suckers and niggas that do My brother fuck with suckers, word to mother, he gettin' it too Share your location when you postin', I'm sendin' 'em through Talk about them corners, you be posted, we been in them too Whoever ain't no child of these trenches is just a recruit Blew them out the trap, niggas stupid, these bitches ain't bull Hang with him, get hung with him, fuck niggas, no love for 'em I just bought a new drum for him I ain't bringin' up what I done for 'em You ain't G enough to come plug somethin', nigga, shut up (Shut up) I remain calm under pressure, when niggas was one up (On God) We get to up on 'em, niggas up somethin' when you run up Ayy, I got a phone call 'bout six-five and I hung up Why do your name keep bein' brung up? Paperwork bein' dug up? You ever told on one of your brothers You niggas is suckers (You niggas is suckers) Said, why do your name keep bein' brung up? Paperwork bein' dug up? You ever told on one of your brothers You niggas is suckers (You niggas is suckers) Huh, I came in the game, puttin' these bustas' in check Got a problem with it? Good luck with that Okay, I earned my stripes, I'm tried and true If you hangin' with a opp nigga, then fuck you too That's on the hood Oh, shit, I used to sell dope and get money You know I told you, nigga, shit I mean my titty and blew my nipple off (Yeah) Nigga, that's on the hood You need two nipples to balance Bitch, mind your business, my equilibrity is off