Lyrical Breakdown of Walk Away - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "Walk Away" 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 "Walk Away" 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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Yo, I'm happy to be in the South To set off my tour in the countryside But who better to set it off for me Than this man right here Yo, this Kenny Rogers chillin' on the Country side with men like Wyclef (Uh, huh) Jerry Wonder (Uh, huh) Big Jack (Mm, hmm) Big Beast (Mm, hmm) And we gon' do something like this for you You got to know when to hold 'em (Yeah, yeah) Know when to fold 'em (DJ's, DJ's) Know when to walk away (Hip hop, hip hop) Know when to run (Yeah, yeah) You got to count your dub-plates (Ghetto, ghetto, ghetto) Before you touch the turntables (All hoods) 'Cause if you run out of big tunes That means your sound is done (Y'all ready?) You got to know when to hold 'em Know when to fold 'em (Soundbwoys) Know when to walk away Know when to run (Hey, hey, hey, hey) You got to count your dub-plates Before you touch the turntables (DJ's) 'Cause if you run out of big tunes That means your sound is done Get the hell up, 'Clef said, get the hell up Now throw your hands in the sky (Bo, bo, bo, bo) Brooklyn in the back shootin' craps, y'all, whassup? Ladies lookin' hot and pretty Doin' your thing in the club high saditty Worldwide, the gritty committee pity the fool that Act shitty in the midst of the calm, the witty (You got to know when to hold 'em) Y'all know the name Same assassin from before but the beat just changed a little [Unverified] who flip flows That got women in they thongs gettin' on but not Sisqo Select your squad team and your itch Bey know my flow muy caliente, fuego No disrespect to soundbwoy but you better step away from me Easily defeat Measley MC's and tease you Ease back squeeze two in your wig and breeze through You got to know when to hold 'em Know when to fold 'em (Soundbwoys) Know when to walk away Know when to run (Hey, hey, hey, hey) You got to count your dub-plates Before you touch the turntables (DJ's) 'Cause if you run out of big tunes That means your sound is done C'mon, c'mon (Get the hell up) Soundbwoys ('Clef said, get the hell up) (Now throw your hands in the sky) Yo, this combination gon' bust from Brooklyn to Shanghai Feel the boogie, boogie Henny got me tipsy, tipsy Kenny Rogers and Pharoahe Monch? No way, this can't be 48 tracks, country meets rap Put this on full blast, I'm about to break all formats My destiny is to lead while y'all follow This is Showtime and I'm Live at the Apollo You got to know when to hold 'em (Soundbwoys) Know when to fold 'em (Emcees) Know when to walk away (Yeah, yeah, yeah) Know when to run You got to count your dub-plates Before you touch the turntables (DJ's) 'Cause if you run out of big tunes That means your sound is done