Lyrical Breakdown of Earthquake - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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Yeah, aye Earthquake, down there in Haiti Earthquake, in the past of Chile Earthquake, in the hand Indonesia Earthquake, in the events of China Earthquake, is comin' to America Earthquakes are there in California Earthquake, warn ya people in the city That the Earth is gettin' angry I asked Earth what have we done She said we buildin' too much bombs So there's too many sons that won't see their father Too many daughters that won't see their mother Too many grandmas that won't see their grand-kids 'Cause they are in the rubble in Port Au Prince Earthquake, down there in Haiti Earthquake, in the past of Chile Earthquake, in the hand Indonesia Earthquake, in the events of China Earthquake, is comin' to America Earthquakes are there in California Earthquake, warn ya people in the city That the Earth is gettin' angry That's when the earth started talkin' rude Say she's thirteen, she's a prostitute I tried to beg for the young girl's life But when the earthquake came, it took her to the other side Then I asked the Earth, who's next? She said, those that's polluting the planet They killin' everything, movin' flowers and abusing mankind And the only thing left is Armageddon Earthquake, down there in Haiti Earthquake, in the past of Chile Earthquake, in the hand Indonesia Earthquake, in the events of China Earthquake, is comin' to America Earthquakes are there in California Earthquake, warn ya people in the city That the Earth is gettin' angry And as much as we take it for granted We might not have no bed to lie in tonight, whoa, aye And this birth, yes, we take it for granted Our kids might get no ice-cream tonight, whoa, aye And this birth, yes, we take it for granted We might not kiss our loved ones tonight And if we want the Earth to be better Let's start spreadin' some love on the planet called Earth Let's start spreadin' some goodness on the planet called Earth Let's start spreadin' some kindness, yeah, aye Let's get rid of the weekenders, whoa, aye One love, one heart, one soul (Daddy, what's an earthquake?) The shakin' and the tremblin' of the earth My generation The only way I feel I can help Is if I become the President of my country