I've just found out about this musical comedian and I've been listening to his work on YouTube over and over. My mother was here, and found it a little odd, but it's the way I digest all the elements of a song.

His lyrics are very good. Here's an example of some beat poetry: [link]

I listen for intonation, how he couples the words with music and watch his facial expressions, as well rhymes, pauses, alliteration and the rest. I think some of it sinks in. I hope. Time will tell.