Lyrical Breakdown of The Shottas - A Journey through Words and Rhymes
Welcome to the detailed analysis of "The Shottas" 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 "The Shottas" 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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Even though I walk
Through the valley of the shadow of death,
I fear no evil
For you are with me
Your rod and your staff,
It comforts me,
You prepare a table before me
In the presence of my enemies,
Knowing damn well that -
I'm a shotta,
It ain't the life that I chose,
It's just the life that I live,
But my mama says I got so much more to give
But I was born a shotta,
It ain't the way that I chose it to be,
It's just what society made me,
Oh God...
Look into my Caribbean lifestyle,
Palm trees and sea,
Beaches and green trees,
А life of eternity
But found myself in poverty,
So I got myself a visa
On my way to Miami,
Hoping it could be better,
Knowing deep in my heart that -
I'm a shotta,
It ain't the life that I chose,
It's just the life that I live,
Mr judge, you wanna tell me I got much more to give
But deep inside you know I'm a shotta,
It ain't the way that I chose it to be,
It's just what society made me,
Oh children repeat...
Even though I walk
Through the valley of the shadow of death,
I fear no evil
For you are with me
Your rod and your staff,
It comforts me,
Oh Jah forgive me for my sins
When I blast off -
I'm a shotta,
It ain't the life that I chose,
It's just the life that I live,
My grandma told me I got so much more to give
But I was born a shotta,
It ain't the way that I chose it to be,
It's just what society made me,
Walk away, walk away
You don't wanna bring the Mad Max out of me
You don't wanna bring the Mad Max out of me
You don't wanna bring the Mad Max out of me
You don't wanna bring the Mad Max side of me
Cause I'm a shotta