Lyrical Breakdown of A Long Time - A Journey through Words and Rhymes

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

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

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[Saafir as radio host] Rrrah, uhh, bitch! It's radio radio station, cat Xzibit huh? K-W-Balls, Daniel Thompson hold like this Like that in fact, with a fat-ass Battlecat track I'm takin caller number one, that is. Rrrah uhh, bitch - you took too long Caller number two like this. [Xzibit] {*BZZT*} Bounce up out of the house close to midnight Full rack up in the back {*BZZ BZZ*} shit is tight Full charge and I'm out for somethin Mass production, Battlecat bang percussion End of discussion, hittin some corners, rearrange thangs And brang change, we expand California Listen - I lost more than I can ever gain back From this road to riches, makin my heart turn black So I'm cold to bitches, and I never call back Plus I'm stoned and vicious, lay your whole hood flat Get your, shit together nigga Big Snoop Dogg told me 'Do music and leave that other shit alone homey' We came from dust, the X-odus, the hard to touch Y'all niggaz ain't fuckin with us, and plus It ain't nothin like standin on your own two So run them streets, but never let 'em run you [Chorus: Nate Dogg] Time is steady wastin, steady wastin Since time won't wait for me, yeah, won't wait, won't wait Just give me a beat that's bang, give me a beat that's bangin I'll bust 'til I'm deceased, yeah, wooo-oooh, ooh-ooh-ooooh [Xzibit] Tune in, witness the rise of a icon The python wrap around 'til your breath gone The upper echelon, and I'm the cat you pull a weapon on And wanna squeeze 'til my life is gone? Back to the wall and trust nobody Sippin Cognac with Kurupt, Young Gotti Somebody gotta recognize this Throw fo' fingers up, add a thumb, then make it a fist Number one draft pick, lead the league in assists Give a fuck how you decorate your neck and your wrists You just settin yourself up for the twist (gimme that) it's like this Only a few slide through like the Schindler's List Who's the bitch, who's the mack, what's worse The niggaz that bring in the coke or smoke the crack? Metaphor figure four let it break your back (yeah) It's been a long time, where the gangstas at? [Chorus] [Xzibit] Damn it feels good to be back in the saddle On top of the game, crackin the frame, the heat of the battle Been a long time comin but we waited Xzibit went from bein hated, to makin the whole world say it Give a fuck if the radio play it Niggaz fall like the domino effect and you can't delay it It ain't about who you are when you're makin your stack It's the look that's on your face when you givin it back So picture that [Nate Dogg] Time, keeps on slippin, slippin. keeps on slippin away. mm-hmm My mind keeps on trippin, trippin. trippin like ev-ery-day. mm-hmm [X] Yeah, it's been a long time [Chorus]