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Love Is the Message

Rakim

Lyrics & Rhyme Analysis

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End

186

Internal

80

Multi

228

Slant

11

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[Chorus: Sally Green]
Hang on close to the real ones✦
Tomorrow✦ don't make no promises✦
Showing✦ them 'til the day comes✦
Hold 'em up high, ride 'til we die, love is the message✦
[Verse 2: Planet Asia]
Block music,✦ tennis✦ shoes in the war
One false move, that's an interview with the Lord
The fly general, screw face, ride with the tablets
What's a piece of metal✦ to a magnet?✦
What's puppy✦ love to a marriage?✦ What's a charm to a chain of medallions?✦
What's a scammer to a hustler up for the challenge?
Another cup for you to pour me in
I put the archetype on display inside✦ the auditorium
This right here is recorded history
You got the God, Nipsey,✦ Rakim,✦ and Planet✦ Asia✦ off the whiskey
Tipsy✦ on this day of culture
Which is my way of life, I live it, then unite✦ in a state of extortion
Head on the swivel,✦ my enemies loco✦
But I was blessed✦ with the same power✦ as Simeon✦ Toko✦
They hip-hop✦ shake, I'ma✦ do bamba✦
And yo, the trinity is me, my mother,✦ and my father,✦ regardless
[Chorus: Sally Green & Louis King]
Hang on close to the real ones✦
Tomorrow✦ don't make no promises✦
Showing✦ them 'til the day comes✦
Hold 'em up high, ride 'til we die, love is the message✦ (Look)
[Verse 3: Louis King & Louis King and Snoop Dogg]
These affirmations,✦ I'm the dragon✦ slayer crawling out the dragon's lair
Unscathed, web3, I don't sell my music✦ for no chump change
One song moving✦ six figures off of one day
What I need a record✦ label✦ for? I'm on the front page
Paid in Full, rock the godfather of the wavy✦ flow
Grenade, blaze, radio✦ for change, blaze, stay the flow (Yo)
Waiting in the water,✦ drown eternally, parade✦ the coast (Yeah)
Back 'em down and play the post (Look), get back in town and fade alone✦ (Whoop)
When it come to the message✦ (C'mon), stress it, hip-hop,✦ my love language✦ (Yeah)
All that for one necklace (One), don't blink for one second (Whoop)
I'm goin' where I'm headed,✦ not afraid✦ of the long roads present
Strong, 'cause I'm going where they come, I was raised✦ of a phase, never✦ calm, I'm a weapon,✦ I belong✦ with the legends
I wrote your favorite rapper✦ verse, but the reference was more authentic (Yeah)
It ain't about✦ the mentions,✦ I told you, it's 'bout the message✦ (Message)✦
Drop my daughter in the classroom and hop on a plane
Give her a kiss, tell her I love her, then I'll be back again,✦ it's Louis
[Chorus: Sally Green]
Hang on close to the real ones✦
Tomorrow✦ don't make no promises✦
Showing✦ them 'til the day comes✦
Hold 'em up high, ride 'til we die, love is the message✦
[Bridge: Kobe]
One time for the real ones✦
Keep you head up high
It's for the ones✦ who didn't make it
We gon' blaze all night
Can't show no love no more
These streets ain't safe for you and me
Thank God we blessed✦ one more
Thank God we blessed✦ one more
[Chorus: Sally Green & Snoop Dogg]
Hang on close to the real ones✦ (Look up in the sky)
Tomorrow✦ don't make no promises✦ (We are two, I am the one)
Showing✦ them 'til the day comes✦ (Look up in the sky)
Hold 'em up high, ride 'til we die (We are two, I am the one), love is the message✦
[Outro: Snoop Dogg]
If I wasn't Snoop Dogg, I wouldn't mind being Rakim✦

Technical Breakdown

8.2
Multisyllabic Rhymes9.5

Complexity of rhyme schemes (data-driven)

Internal Rhymes9.5

Rhymes within a line (data-driven)

Wordplay / Double Entendres7.0

Clever language, metaphors, punchlines

Cadence / Rhythm8.5

Flow variation and timing (data-driven)

Vocabulary Complexity6.0

Range and depth of words used (data-driven)

Delivery / Breath Control8.0

Performance and control

Computed Score8.17

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Critic Analysis
RAPLEDGER BAROMETER™

Planet Asia's verse on 'Love Is the Message' showcases a masterful blend of complex multisyllabic rhymes and profound thematic depth, elevated by a commanding vocal performance that imbues the lyrics with gravitas.

A
9.5
Multisyllabic
9.5
Internal Rhymes
8.5
Cadence / Flow
6
Vocabulary
7
Wordplay
8
Delivery
Multisyllabic RhymesInternal RhymesThematic CohesionMetaphorical ComparisonsVocal Inflection
Rhyme Architecture: The verse employs a predominantly AABB and ABCB rhyme scheme, interwoven with extensive internal rhymes that create a dense, rhythmic texture. The multisyllabic rhyme engine reports a high density, contributing significantly to the verse's intricate sound.
Verified Doubles & Entendres

"One false move, that's an interview with the Lord"

① A literal death, resulting in a final judgment or meeting with God.② A metaphorical 'interview' signifying ultimate accountability and the end of one's earthly journey.

"What's a piece of metal to a magnet?"

① Questions the value or impact of something insignificant (a piece of metal) in the face of something powerful or attractive (a magnet).② Implies a natural attraction or inevitability, suggesting that certain forces or relationships are destined to connect or overpower.

"What's puppy love to a marriage?"

① Contrasts the fleeting, immature nature of early romantic infatuation with the enduring commitment and seriousness of marriage.② Highlights the difference in depth, responsibility, and longevity between superficial affection and profound commitment.

"What's a scammer to a hustler up for the challenge?"

① Differentiates between deceptive schemes (scammer) and legitimate, albeit difficult, ambition and enterprise (hustler).② Suggests that while both operate in grey areas, the 'hustler' has a more direct, confrontational, and perhaps honorable approach to achieving goals.

"I put the archetype on display inside the auditorium"

① The 'archetype' refers to the perfect or ideal example of something, possibly himself as a rapper or a certain way of life.② Presenting this ideal in an 'auditorium' suggests a public performance or exhibition, framing his actions and persona as a model for others to observe and learn from.

"You got the God, Nipsey, Rakim, and Planet Asia off the whiskey"

① Lists revered figures in hip-hop and spiritual/cultural consciousness (Nipsey Hussle, Rakim, and himself, 'God' possibly referring to the Nation of Gods and Earths or a self-proclamation).② The phrase 'off the whiskey' suggests they are not operating under the influence of substances but are clear-headed, lucid, and performing at their peak mentally and spiritually.

"Which is my way of life, I live it, then unite in a state of extortion"

① Asserts that his lifestyle and philosophy ('this day of culture') are authentic and lived experiences.② 'Unite in a state of extortion' is a complex metaphor. It could imply that bringing people together under his message or influence feels powerful, almost like a forced agreement or loyalty, due to its undeniable truth or appeal. Alternatively, it could be a commentary on the demanding nature of maintaining such a lifestyle and community.

"But I was blessed with the same power as Simeon Toko"

① Simeon Toko was a spiritual leader and prophet from the Congo, known for his spiritual powers and influence.② Planet Asia is equating his own blessings, spiritual insight, or influence to that of a revered spiritual figure, positioning himself as divinely empowered.

Exceptional multisyllabic and internal rhyme density, creating a rich sonic tapestry.

Strong thematic development, linking personal philosophy, street wisdom, and spiritual references.

Planet Asia's delivery is commanding and expressive, adding significant weight to the lyrical content.

Intricate metaphorical comparisons that invite deeper reflection.

Effective use of era-appropriate slang and cultural references.

Some bars rely more on density than immediate punch, potentially slowing comprehension for casual listeners.

The 'structure_score' is moderate as the verse functions more as a series of interconnected observations than a tightly constructed narrative arc with distinct peaks and resolutions.

Vocabulary score is average, suggesting a focus on rhythmic proficiency over lexical innovation.

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