With that album, he became an official member of the Wu-Tang Killa Beez, and from there on out, he frequently appeared on Wu records. In 1996, he played a large role on Ghostface Killah's Ironman.
During 1997, his Wu affiliation continued, as he rapped on the Clan's second album, Wu-Tang Forever.
Cappadonna's solo debut, The Pillage, finally appeared in March 1998. Like any Wu project, the record featured RZA as the executive producer and cameos from a number of other Wu members, including Method Man, U-God, Ghostface Killah, and Raekwon. As the sixth Wu solo project, the album was an instant success upon its release, debuting at number three on the charts.
A sophomore effort, The Yin and the Yang, followed in early 2001. His third and latest album, The Struggle, was released on Code:Red in 2003.
The MC remained active in the following years releasing mix-CDs, doing tours and joining Ghostface Killah’s Theodore Unit. But his official comeback came at the end of 2007 on the Wu-Tang Clan’s fifth studio album 8 Diagrams. Cappa blessed the opening cut with an extraordinary verse and showed up on two other songs.
Cappadonna inked a deal with new indie label Chambermusik Records/Koch in 2008. Old and new fans have been asking for new Cappadonna ever since and on January 27, 2009, their wait will be over with the release of Slang Prostitution.
Can
Cappadonna Lyrics
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{what's up? where the music at? }
'donna and tekitha (ohhhh... ohhhhh)
Big boys hold they weight and one shotty
(noo... noo...) killa-professionals, word
Pirates (ohhh...) murder on tv or on the cd
Bless me, killa bees, rza paint
Yo, I could see, I could see
[chorus x2: tekitha]
I can see clear like a vision
No mystery to realize
The decision, no, no, no, no
Is no longer in me...
[cappadonna]
Yo, I could see, yo, I could see like owls in the night
Thieves' blindness no longer exist, uplift
Behold the life of a chemist, used to be a menace
But don-don never could form, my mind's like anaconda
Never sore, forever see through over the trees
Eyes like a bird, jay bird, best seen and best heard
W.t.c. never sold out for no body (no longer in me....)
[tekitha]
Tryin to rush them, swing around me
Good an author, lies you told me
Now I can, now I can see...
(w.t.c., the best in the facility)
Never raise at harmony
Now I know I must simply release
That I did amd what's right
Changed my mind...
And recoginzed that only I can see me...
And you can't, can't deny it
That the things you've done effected me...
Ohh... I can see
[chorus x2]
[cappadonna]
Knowledge come first, regardless of the hardest
Some get trapped, some couldn't adapt
When the wu-tang pillage came back, it's like life
Shed life, from a dart came a whole world
Clear like a vision, I'm inside of a pearl
With my whole heritage, we tight like panthers
Take chances and be the all eye seein
Donna and tekitha, anti-easter
We 3 piece suit and tie, asiatic
See through the bullshit, come with the static
[tekitha]
I can see... clearly... yea...
My eyes have been opened to you now
Hey.. hey (I could see you clear like a vision)
Hey.. hey... still see clearly
I can see your ways and actions
You've shown me, I can see, I see
Your ways and actions, you've shown me
Ohh... I can see
[chorus to fade]
The song "Can" by Cappadonna featuring Tekitha is a contemplative track that reflects on the power of knowledge and self-awareness. The introductory lines between Cappadonna and Tekitha set the tone for the song; they're looking for the music and the beat that will carry their message. The chorus, sung by Tekitha, emphasizes the theme of clarity and self-realization. Cappadonna's verse speaks to the power of perception and how, once one's eyes are opened, they can never be fooled again. He goes on to celebrate the Wu-Tang heritage and the way in which it has helped him to see through the "bullshit" of the world.
The second verse reiterates the importance of knowledge, and how some are unable to adapt to the changes that come with it. The Wu-Tang Clan, on the other hand, has shed light and life on a world that was once dark. Cappadonna also references his own personal growth and how he's gone from being a "menace" to being someone who can see clearly. Tekitha's verse is more personal and speaks to how she's been lied to by someone and how that has prompted her to recognize the importance of being true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
what's up? where the music at?
Cappadonna and Tekitha are looking for music to listen to
Big boys hold they weight and one shotty
The powerful and intimidating people have a gun for protection
Pirates murder on tv or on the cd
Dangerous and aggressive people are glorified in the media
Bless me, killa bees, rza paint
Cappadonna is asking for blessings from his fellow Wu-Tang Clan members and their leader RZA
Yo, I could see, I could see
Cappadonna can see clearly and is emphasizing this fact
I can see clear like a vision
Tekitha is saying she can see things clearly now
The decision, no, no, no, no
There is no decision to be made anymore
Is no longer in me...
Tekitha is saying she has no control over the situation anymore
Thieves' blindness no longer exist, uplift
Cappadonna is saying that those with criminal tendencies can no longer ignore the reality of their actions
Behold the life of a chemist, used to be a menace
Cappadonna is reflecting on his past as a troublemaker and how he has now become skilled in making music
But don-don never could form, my mind's like anaconda
Cappadonna is saying he has a strong and focused mind
Never sore, forever see through over the trees
Cappadonna can see things clearly no matter how far away they are
Eyes like a bird, jay bird, best seen and best heard
Cappadonna's eyes are sharp like a bird's and he is confident in his music being noticed
W.t.c. never sold out for no body (no longer in me....)
Wu-Tang Clan never compromised their values and Cappadonna is emphasizing that he won't either
Tryin to rush them, swing around me
Tekitha is describing people trying to attack her quickly, but she can avoid them
Good an author, lies you told me
Tekitha is calling out someone who has lied to her and is now trying to manipulate her
Now I can, now I can see...
Tekitha can now clearly see the lies that were told to her
W.t.c., the best in the facility
Wu-Tang Clan is the best in the music industry
Never raise at harmony
Tekitha won't allow anyone to disrupt her peace anymore
Now I know I must simply release
Tekitha must let go of the negative energy surrounding her
That I did amd what's right
Tekitha knows she acted correctly in this situation
Changed my mind...
Tekitha has realized the truth and her previous mindset has shifted
And recoginzed that only I can see me...
Tekitha is the only one who truly understands herself
And you can't, can't deny it
Tekitha is emphasizing that no one can conflict with her personal understanding of herself
That the things you've done effected me...
The person who lied to Tekitha has had a negative impact on her
Knowledge come first, regardless of the hardest
Cappadonna values education and understanding above all else
Some get trapped, some couldn't adapt
Cappadonna recognizes that some people are stuck in a way of thinking and can't adjust to new information
When the wu-tang pillage came back, it's like life
When Wu-Tang Clan came back with their music, it was like a revival of life
Shed life, from a dart came a whole world
Wu-Tang Clan's music has created a new world and perspective
With my whole heritage, we tight like panthers
Cappadonna has a strong bond with his ancestors and family
Take chances and be the all eye seein
Cappadonna encourages risk-taking and making a strong impact with one's actions and art
Donna and tekitha, anti-easter
Cappadonna and Tekitha are different than the norm and disrupt societal expectations
We 3 piece suit and tie, asiatic
Cappadonna and Tekitha dress nicely and have an Asian heritage
See through the bullshit, come with the static
Cappadonna can see through false information and is ready to confront any opposition
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AaronAtlas03
"I still gotta be out, 95 south".....hell yea Donna that's what's up!
Bonobito
this is one of the younger wu-tang bangers that gave me flashbacks while im hearin it - back to the 90s... great work!
DobroBad
Maximum Respect Wu-Tang 4ever!!Bless
2ONE2 NY
This is my beat , look up side effekt - like it is
Tony Tone
yeah man thats the good old wu style i love it peace and respect from outta Germany !!!
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wetmurder
2:58 isn't that Cappadonna?
All Elements TV
dope! Shout out to my brother Cap, support that album out now!
Rochelle El
Killa' Beeeeeeez!! Welcome back Cap!!
Who Cares
Fire!!! Wu tang for life yo!!!