The New Danger

The Rape Over

Yasiin Bey (Mos Def)

Lyrics & Rhyme Analysis

6

End

11

Internal

6

Multi

19

Slant

6

Chain

Rhyme Groups — hover to spotlight
[Chorus 2]
MTV, is runnin'✦ this rap shit
Viacom is runnin'✦ this rap shit
AOL and Time Warner runnin'✦ this rap shit
We poke out our asses for a chance to cash in
Cocaine, is runnin'✦ this rap shit
Hennessey, is runnin'✦ this rap shit
Quasi-homosexuals is runnin'✦ this rap shit
Watch out we run the world
[Outro]
That's it

Technical Breakdown

7.3
Multisyllabic Rhymes7.5

Complexity of rhyme schemes (data-driven)

Internal Rhymes7.5

Rhymes within a line (data-driven)

Wordplay / Double Entendres6.0

Clever language, metaphors, punchlines

Cadence / Rhythm8.0

Flow variation and timing (data-driven)

Vocabulary Complexity4.0

Range and depth of words used (data-driven)

Delivery / Breath Control8.0

Performance and control

Computed Score7.27

Production

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Critic Analysis
RAPLEDGER BAROMETER™

The verse functions as a visceral, rhythmic critique of corporate homogenization, utilizing repetitive syntax to simulate the inescapable nature of industry control, prioritizing thematic impact over dense lyrical gymnastics.

B+
7.5
Multisyllabic
7.5
Internal Rhymes
8
Cadence / Flow
4
Vocabulary
6
Wordplay
8
Delivery
anaphorarhythmic repetitionsocial commentaryasynchronous vocal cadence
Rhyme Architecture: The verse relies on a high-frequency terminal rhyme scheme ('-ap shit') that acts as an anchor, creating a percussive, loop-like effect that mimics the repetitive nature of commercial media cycles.
Verified Doubles & Entendres

"We poke out our asses for a chance to cash in"

① A literal description of performers compromising their dignity to appeal to mass-market standards.② A metaphor for the 'submission' of hip-hop culture to corporate gatekeepers in exchange for financial validation.

Commanding vocal presence that adds gravity to the blunt lyrical content

Effective use of anaphora to build structural tension

Strong social critique that remains culturally relevant

Limited vocabulary breadth due to the intentionally repetitive structure

Relies heavily on shock value rather than intricate wordplay

Simplicity of the rhyme scheme limits the technical ceiling of the verse

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