Lyrical Breakdown of Black Is Gold - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

  • Lyric Overview: Witness how Wale weaves words into powerful emotions and vivid imagery. From intricate rhyme schemes to compelling storytelling, every line in "Black Is Gold" 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 Wale 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 Wale's narrative.

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It's shine season, yeah Black, the black The black is beautiful, baby, black is bold Black is black, true, but black is gold, ay, hey, yeah, look I say black is beautiful, shawty, black is bold Black is black, true, but black is gold Ay, let's do it Look, black is beautiful, shawty, that you should know Don't let American standards damage your African soul Natural hair, oh with a weave under I buy you Givenchy rags in rapid need for ya I'll rap a feature and buy you pieces from people that you love Celine Dion pay for that Céline that you got on Yeah, is you single? Is you good? Can I get into ya (India) with Game 'cause your finger lickin' good Ooh, you so sweet when you put on I don't mind your body shy 'cause you can sleep in my cologne Woo, yeah, okay, Wale on that other shit That grown man, build up your mind, slide in your stomach shit Hold hands rarely in public, they never notice us They might as well tell you we on, we got the golden touch Get it? Fuck with it They might as well tell you we on, we got the golden touch, right Black is beautiful, baby, black is bold Black is black, true, but black is gold, ay, hey, yeah, look I say black is beautiful, shawty, black is bold Black is black, true, but black is gold Uh, look, hey Miss Lupita Hope you know you inspired the future women for us Don't know your vibe really, just know that your mother Kenyan Just know that that melanin mesmerizin' in every picture God true, hey miss ducky, hey I think your hair is amazin' but brain is even greater Don't ever let what people say ever convince you ain't bae Knowing hella actors black facin' trynna play us God true, hey Viola darlin' I see you shinin' with Shonda, thought I should rhyme about you 'Cause you body the monologues and you care 'bout us Get away with murder every time you red carpet God true, hey miss Issa Rae Beautiful Senegalese, leader with shit to say We should meet today, maybe out at Best Buy #LawerenceHive, still I'm proud, Issa's a savage Actually "Issa Knife", right Black is beautiful, baby, black is bold Black is black, true, but black is gold, no, ay, hey, yeah, look I say black is beautiful, shawty, black is bold Black is black, true, but black is gold, shine, yeah I got tired of that This for every beautiful queen listenin' That may sometimes think we forget you dude to this bullshit system This for every India Arie, young Justine Skye And please don't go cut out on us now young SZA Let's celebrate the awsomeness that is our sisters My affinity is infinity and I wish you everythin' that gives you better energy So be prouder, be flier And like my auntie Michelle told me, we gotta do our job to reach high, holla, Folarin