Lyrical Breakdown of You say keep it gangsta - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

Welcome to the detailed analysis of "You say keep it gangsta" 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 "You say keep it gangsta" 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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Wyclef, Butch Cassidy, Sharissa (What up? Uh) From the West Indies to the West Coast Callabo (You say keep it gangsta) But when the beef come, you're the first to run (You say keep it gangsta) Yo, that ain't your gun, it belongs to (You say keep it gangsta) You roll with a hundred But when the beef come don't nobody want it (Gangster) La, la la la, la, la la la I want to dedicate this chant to my people Locked down livin' life in the yard (Keep it gangsta) Keep a shank boofed up in their tape Just in case a thug wanna play hard (Keep it gangsta) All this ice-grillin' talk 'bout you King of New York Now you wanna call a guard (That ain't gangsta) But it's too late when the guard show up 'Cause your body's going straight to the morgue (You say keep it gangsta) But when the beef come, you're the first to run (You say keep it gangsta) Yo, that ain't your gun, it belongs to (You say keep it gangsta) You roll with a hundred But when the beef come don't nobody want it (Gangsta) Gangsta, oh I wanna dedicate this jam to the ladies holdin' spots When they fellows lock down (Keep it gangsta) Keep a glock in they pocket Blowin' shots till they pray I'm in town (Keep it gangsta) And to the snitch that ratted on rich The streets got you sixteen rounds (That ain't gangsta) But there's only one place for a gully rat Six feet under the ground (You say keep it gangsta) I'm gon' keep it gangsta (You say keep it gangsta) La, la la la, la, la la la (You say keep it gangsta) You roll with a hundred But when the beef come don't nobody want it (Gangsta) Pick it up, pick it up, pick it up Yo, hey yo, stop with the posin' Y'all ain't really holdin' I'm about to open, a chapter of the Omen Casket closin', bodies, frozen I've, been chosen, y'all forsaken Ante up, so the chains get taken Flash backs of the rock season in the making Ain't no more MC'n, ice is just gleamin' And you wonder why you got robbed 'Cause your life had no meaning, fake gangsta (You say keep it gangsta) But when the beef come, you're the first to run (You say keep it gangsta) Yo, that ain't your gun, it belongs to (You say keep it gangsta) You roll with a hundred But when the beef come don't nobody want it (Gangsta) Nobody, nobody, nobody (You say keep it gangsta) Now what would you do if Henchman's came for you? (Gangsta) Nine out of ten times you would flea your crew (Gangsta) So people you're lying say you running these streets (You say keep it gangsta) You better watch out 'cause they have heat (Gangsta) Now what would you do if Big Jack came for you? (Gangsta) Nine out of ten times you would leave your crew (Gangsta) So people you're lying say you running these streets (Gangsta) You better watch out 'cause they have heat Gangsta I'm gonna keep it gangsta (You say keep it gangsta) La, la la la, la, la la la Gangsta You say keep it gangsta Gangsta You say keep it gangsta Gangsta