John Law
John Law: Guardian of the Streets
Lyrics
Now let me tell you about a man named John Law
Introduction to a character named John Law.
He is a neighborhood cop the toughest man I ever saw
Describing John Law as a tough neighborhood police officer.
A man who knows his duty, a man with a gun T
Portrays John Law as someone who understands his responsibilities, equipped with a gun.
o the people in the neighborhood John Law is number one
In the local area, John Law is highly respected and valued.
Freeze, we said
Imperative command to freeze or stop.
Stop His name was John Law For John Law
Reiteration of John Law's name, emphasizing his authority.
Neighborhood cop
Reaffirmation of John Law's role as a cop within the neighborhood.
A man we know and love
Expressing familiarity and affection for John Law.
When John Laws not
When not dealing with criminals, John Law engages in community activities.
Kickin Ass on robbers and rapist
Highlights John Law's actions against criminals like robbers and rapists.
He is helpin little kids deliver newspapers
Shows John Law's involvement in helping children with paper routes.
When John Laws not chasin crackheads from their perch he's helpin old ladys on their way to church
Depicts John Law aiding elderly women while not handling criminal situations.
Freeze, we said
Repetition of the imperative command to freeze or stop.
Stop His name was John Law For John Law
Reiteration of John Law's name, stressing his authority.
Neighborhood cop
Reaffirmation of John Law's role as a cop within the neighborhood.
A man we know and love
Expresses familiarity and affection for John Law.
He walks the Beat Riding scumbags from the streets
Describes John Law's actions of dealing with troublesome individuals on the streets.
He turns his eye to petty crime
He ignores minor crimes but maintains vigilance.
'Cause John Law will never drop a dime
John Law won't betray the trust of his community by reporting small offenses.
Suburban Anarchists who've never broke the law
Refers to individuals from areas with minimal crime experiences who protest against police oppression but haven't encountered John Law.
Sing about police oppression, but theyive never met John Law
Highlights that those criticizing police actions have not interacted with John Law personally.
He doesn't fuck with young kids drinking in the Park
John Law doesn't interfere with minor offenses committed by youngsters.
But he makes the city safe for women after dark
John Law contributes to making the city safer, particularly for women during nighttime.
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