Def Poetry - Common - A Letter To The Law

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Governmental abuse of power.

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  • Common is uncommon.

  • The Gun Line: I 've been studying elements of poetry that may help people accept Common's use of the word "gun." The elements are "Symbolism" and "Comparison." The gun is just a symbol for power and also a metaphor for his poetry. Note how he refers to his gun as a "black strap." This means urban poetry, which is a "weapon." Also, note the juxtaposition of the "peace sign" and "gun." He acknowledges the threat that his words pose, despite the peaceful intentions. Maybe I helped clarify?

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  • @thedreamersscape rap is poetry

  • How about you all shut up about the hat and pay more attention to his words. I'm enlightened.

  • @thedreamersscape Real Rap is poetry!

  • You're right, Beck. This guy is definitely some radical leftist nutjob who wants to take away your soap box.

    One love to the homie Common.

  • @thedreamerscape, Whats interesting about it? Are you talking about just this Poem/Verse? Or in general?

  • rappers trying to write poetry... #interesting.

  • make them the main attraction turn around then attack them..real shit

  • why common got my gram's wig on?

  • Thumbs up for Common new album-"The Dreamer,The Believer" Realist meaning full album of the year

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