We real cool. We Left school. We Lurk late. We Strike straight. We Sing sin. We Thin gin. We Jazz June. We Die soon.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A group of cool kids leave school, live fast, and face an early death.
- In plain terms
- These teens skip school, party, and know they won't live long.
- What can you take from it?
- Rebellion and coolness often lead to a short life.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do they lurk late?
- Is coolness worth dying for?
Another view
The rhythm masks the tragedy of their fate.
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