Lyrical Breakdown of Gettin' It (feat. Parliament Funkadelic) (Radio Version) - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Gettin' It (feat. Parliament Funkadelic) (Radio Version)" on Lazyjot. Here, we unravel the lyrical complexity and artistic brilliance that define this iconic song.

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Too Short weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Gettin' It (feat. Parliament Funkadelic) (Radio Version)" 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 Too Short 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 Too Short's narrative.

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That's right Album number ten Short Dawg's in the house It's gettin" close to the end y'all But we gonna kick it like this on the last album You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it (you should be) Get it while the gettin' is good You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it (you should be) Get it while the gettin' is good Now let me holler at ya partner, spit this game Bring your ear for a minute, quit complaining 'Bout how you can't spend it, 'cause you ain't got it You got what it takes but not enough to get started I hope you get the message, no, it's not a test it's Just me ridin' legit, they can't arrest me or bust me I'm still hungry, I want some more stuff Get fat and watch my whole crew blow up So get yours, and buy my new album Peep the game and don't be like Calvin Get everything you want, get real, get your mail Get your girl to make bail and get your ass out of jail You should be gettin' it, everything you want Everything you dreamed of, never have to front You should be gettin' it, gettin' money I'm talking bout you Black, don't laugh it ain't funny You should get a good lawyer, like Johnnie Cochran Swear to tell the truth, 'hell nah, I didn't pop him' Get your kids in school so they can get an education Get a degree, and take a vacation You see I got all my game from the streets of California Young millionaire with no high school diploma Livin' real good, taking care of my folks Roll up a fat one for the players to smoke Short Dog's in the house, I know you ain't trippin' 'Cause life is Too Short, you gotta get In where you fit In Stop looking, for what you never seem to find It ain't what you think, you got to read between the lines 'Cause life ain't long for a young black man Tryin' to make money doing all he can Sellin' dope, don't ya hope he would go to class But the boy makes money and he makes it fast With the twenties on top and the fifties on bottom A flock a top notches, oh yes, we got 'em It's been a long time since I first got down But I still keep makin' these funky sounds Get your money, mayne (yeah) Get yours You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it (you should be) Get it while the gettin' is good You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it (you should be) Get it while the gettin' is good Get your money, mayne (get it while the gettin' is good) Get yours (get it while the gettin' is good) You should be gettin' it I know you tired of bein' broke, just hangin' out You gotta lot a dreams but you can't get out The first thing you need to do is set yourself some goals Think positive, everything else is old And work hard, never stop hustlin' 'Cause they just love to see the black man strugglin' (So what are you sayin', Todd?) It's time to come up, put your dollar bills in the air He said meet me at the White House, and I was there 'Cause I'm one in a million, black men risin' They wanna keep me down, but I always surprise 'em Spend my money in the 'hood, I know it's all good You should do the same, I told you peep the game From Too $hort, you know I'm the man I lend my brother a hand 'cause I know I can I keep goin' and goin', but I'm not the pink bunny Instead of beatin' on the drum, I never stop thinking money I'm gettin' all I can, if you don't, ya slip I can't wait to get to heaven just to have a grip When I was broke, I couldn't afford a meal But now I'm now rich, I can't be fake, I gots to keep it real It's been a long time, baby, since I first got down But it still keep makin' these funky sounds You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it (you should be) Get it while the gettin' is good You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it (you should be) Get it while the gettin' is good You should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good Get it while you can, you should be gettin' it Get it while the gettin' is good