Skyscrapers (featuring Bono)
DMX
Lyrics & Rhyme Analysis
3
End
49
Internal
83
Multi
70
Slant
2
Chain
Technical Breakdown
Complexity of rhyme schemes (data-driven)
Rhymes within a line (data-driven)
Clever language, metaphors, punchlines
Flow variation and timing (data-driven)
Range and depth of words used (data-driven)
Performance and control
Production
— Swizz Beatz, Jerry "Wonda" Duplessis, MusicMan Ty, Arden "Keyz" AltinoBe the first to rate the production
DMX delivers a highly emotive, visceral performance that prioritizes raw thematic sincerity over complex lyrical gymnastics, relying on stark emotional dualities rather than dense wordplay.
"Tô odiando o nosso relacionamento, mas o que eu amo"
"Eu vi o carvão se transformar em diamantes"
Exceptional emotional resonance and authenticity
Strong rhythmic consistency that allows the vocal performance to carry the meaning
Effective use of elemental metaphors (rain, seeds, growth)
Lacks complex multi-layered wordplay or hidden entendres
Linear structure provides little room for surprising turns of phrase
Vocabulary remains somewhat repetitive to maintain the simple, direct message