... And Then There Was X

Prayer III

DMX

Lyrics & Rhyme Analysis

10

End

50

Internal

33

Multi

122

Slant

3

Chain

Rhyme Groups — hover to spotlight
Let us pray
Lord Jesus it is you who wakes✦ me up every✦ day
And I am forever grateful✦ for your love, this is why I pray
You let me touch so many✦ people, and it's all for the good
I influenced so many✦ children,✦ I never✦ thought that I would
And I couldn't take credit for the love they get
Because✦ it all comes✦ from you Lord; I'm just the one that's givin'✦ it
And when it seems like the pressure gets to be too much
I take time out and pray, and ask that you be my crutch
Lord I am not perfect by a longshot, I confess to you daily✦
But I work harder✦ everyday, and I hope that you hear me
In my heart I mean well, but if you'll help me to grow
Then what I have in my heart, will begin✦ to show
And when I get goin', I'm not lookin'✦ back for nothin'✦
'Cause I will know where I'm headed,✦ and I'm so tired✦ of the sufferin'
I stand before✦ you, a weakened version✦ of your reflection✦
Beggin'✦ for direction,✦ for my soul needs resurrection✦
I don't deserve what you've given✦ me, but you never✦ took it from me
Because✦ I am grateful,✦ and I use it, and I do not worship money✦
If what you want from me is to bring your children✦ to you
My regret✦ is only✦ havin'✦ one life to do it, instead of two
Amen✦

Technical Breakdown

7.3
Multisyllabic Rhymes9.5

Complexity of rhyme schemes (data-driven)

Internal Rhymes9.5

Rhymes within a line (data-driven)

Wordplay / Double Entendres5.0

Clever language, metaphors, punchlines

Cadence / Rhythm6.0

Flow variation and timing (data-driven)

Vocabulary Complexity6.0

Range and depth of words used (data-driven)

Delivery / Breath Control9.0

Performance and control

Computed Score7.35

Production

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Critic Analysis
RAPLEDGER BAROMETER™

DMX utilizes a raw, confessional delivery style that transcends technical complexity, prioritizing emotional vulnerability and rhythmic conviction over intricate wordplay.

B+
9.5
Multisyllabic
9.5
Internal Rhymes
6
Cadence / Flow
6
Vocabulary
5
Wordplay
9
Delivery
Multisyllabic internal rhymingConversational cadenceAnaphoric structureDynamic vocal projection
Rhyme Architecture: A dense, narrative-driven rhyming structure primarily focused on AABB and monorhyme couplets, heavily utilizing internal rhythmic syncopation to maintain momentum throughout the verse.
Verified Doubles & Entendres

"I take time out and pray, and ask that you be my crutch"

① A metaphorical request for divine support during struggle.② A literal admission of physical and spiritual dependence on God as a recovery tool.

"a weakened version of your reflection"

① A theological reference to being made in the image of God (imago Dei).② An admission of personal moral imperfection that obscures that original divine reflection.

Unmatched visceral delivery and sincerity

Strong structural arc from gratitude to spiritual plea

Highly effective use of rhythmic flow to ground the spoken-word style

Lack of complex metaphorical layering

Literal approach limits wordplay potential

Repetitive phrasing due to the nature of the prayer format

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