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.
Grungy
Cappadonna Lyrics
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And you don't quit, yeah, I keep rocking on
Keep rocking that shit till the crowd is gone
Poppi Wardrobe King, the suits and ties
The connect down in Baltimore, pounds and pies
Bids in the city jail, plus the state bids
Child support wars, crazy kids
Cab driver with the black Range, better Life nigga
You might see me in the hood chilling with a white nigga
Pushing something big with a tight insignia
I'm a Wu-Tang reject, special Ed with the pen
Tore Tokyo down, got my yen
Disappear off albums and I fade off pictures
Always getting stuck with these stink ass bitches
Mad styles, niggas is jealous
Jumping all on my dick like a frank with relish
I bleed pellets, spit sperattic
Crack a nigga cabbage open, leave you stroke'n on the mic
Darts lop sided and broken, niggas is Hoboken
Soho, Hoiten, Skimahorns at the top of they head
I'm the last one to get that bread
Jay bird, bags of herb, coke, crack, dust
Back of the bus, back out of the cuffs
Back in your wifie's butt
Six-three ACG's, Valor's and stuff
Keep grinding til my head hurts, yours is ruff
Whores never get enough of the team
You better protect that neck motherfucker when you get that CREAM
[Chorus]
Ayo, My turban is tight like, Selassie I the first
Better yet like Sizzler Calungy
I grab the mics and then I bungy
A lot of ya'll niggas ain't grungy
One, two, yo Cap my style is crusty, like Sicilian pie square sliced
Understanding power God Muslim, son I'm nice
I left my kufi in your cab, here's your turban
This is my philosophy like I sample Weldon Irving
Rappers know that wack compared to King Solomon
Not grundy, I more grungy then an age infected dungy
All we got in common, Venus, birth, and methodology
Giving all you dumb thugs a model for your psychology
World traveler, cryptic script unraveler
The predictor, a Psalmist, a dead rapper embalmist
Joe Cotton, my tongue's symbolic to a dagger
Jay Bird you built a house that sheltered many of swagger
A lot of these cats they lack the pain in they voice
The fuck you been through, yeah I was homeless, and Planetless
But never ever poemless, or talentless
I made a compact with God to expose your cowardness
[Chorus]
In "Grungy," Cappadonna paints a vivid picture of his life in the streets, where he hustles to make money and survive. He mentions various aspects of street life, including drug dealing, incarceration, child support battles, and hanging out with unsavory types. Amidst it all, he prides himself on being a "grungy" individual who's tough, street-smart, and savvy, and he uses this grunginess to establish himself as a dominant figure in the rap game.
Throughout the song, Cappadonna's rhymes are sharp and witty, displaying his creative wordplay and penchant for storytelling. He references famous figures like Selassie I and Sizzler Calungy, as well as fellow Wu-Tang members like Method Man and Ol' Dirty Bastard. He also discusses his own struggles with homelessness and his commitment to his craft, putting forth a message of resilience and determination in the face of adversity.
Overall, "Grungy" is a powerful testament to the realities of life on the streets and the ways in which rap music can serve as a vessel for these stories, making them accessible to a wider audience.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, check it out ya'll, yeah
Listen up, everyone. I have something to say.
And you don't quit, yeah, I keep rocking on
I will keep going and doing what I'm doing.
Keep rocking that shit till the crowd is gone
I will perform until there's no one left in the audience.
Poppi Wardrobe King, the suits and ties
I am a well-dressed man and connected with people who dress similarly.
The connect down in Baltimore, pounds and pies
I have connections to people who can get me large quantities of drugs.
Bids in the city jail, plus the state bids
I have served time in both city and state jails.
Child support wars, crazy kids
I have had disputes over child support payments and my children can be difficult.
Cab driver with the black Range, better Life nigga
I have a friend who is a cab driver and drives a fancy car.
Theodore Unit, Down with Trife nigga
I am affiliated with a group called Theodore Unit and with a person named Trife.
You might see me in the hood chilling with a white nigga
I hang out with people of different races in my neighborhood.
Pushing something big with a tight insignia
I am driving a vehicle that has a high-end emblem on it.
I'm a Wu-Tang reject, special Ed with the pen
I was not accepted into the Wu-Tang Clan but I am talented with my lyrics.
Tore Tokyo down, got my yen
I have performed successfully in Tokyo, Japan and made a lot of money there.
Disappear off albums and I fade off pictures
I have not been featured on many albums and I am not well-known anymore.
Always getting stuck with these stink ass bitches
I always end up with women who are unpleasant and problematic.
Mad styles, niggas is jealous
Others envy my unique talents.
Jumping all on my dick like a frank with relish
People are obsessed with me.
I bleed pellets, spit sperattic
My rhymes are sharp and unpredictable.
Crack a nigga cabbage open, leave you stroke'n on the mic
I will defeat my opponents in rap battles and leave them stunned.
Darts lop sided and broken, niggas is Hoboken
My rhymes are complex and others can't keep up.
Soho, Hoiten, Skimahorns at the top of they head
People in my community have opened up their shops and are doing well.
I'm the last one to get that bread
I am struggling financially compared to others in my community.
Jay bird, bags of herb, coke, crack, dust
I know someone named Jay who has access to many illegal drugs.
Back of the bus, back out of the cuffs
I have been in trouble with the law and have been handcuffed before.
Back in your wifie's butt
I will have sex with your partner.
Six-three ACG's, Valor's and stuff
I am tall and wear expensive clothes and shoes.
Keep grinding til my head hurts, yours is ruff
I will work hard and push myself until I am successful, even if others have it tough.
Whores never get enough of the team
Women are always trying to be with me and my crew.
You better protect that neck motherfucker when you get that CREAM
You need to be careful and watch out for yourself when you try to make money.
Ayo, My turban is tight like, Selassie I the first
I wear my head covering tightly, similar to how Haile Selassie I wore his.
Better yet like Sizzler Calungy
I wear my head covering as well as a famous reggae musician, Sizzla.
I grab the mics and then I bungy
I am skilled at performing and entertaining on stage.
A lot of ya'll niggas ain't grungy
Many people lack the gritty attitude and style that I possess.
One, two, yo Cap my style is crusty, like Sicilian pie square sliced
My rhyming style is rough and harsh like a Sicilian pizza.
Understanding power God Muslim, son I'm nice
I have a strong connection to God and follow Muslim beliefs. I am very talented.
I left my kufi in your cab, here's your turban
I accidentally left my head covering in your taxi. Here is your payment.
This is my philosophy like I sample Weldon Irving
My lyrics represent my beliefs, similar to how a musician samples music.
Rappers know that wack compared to King Solomon
Other rappers are not as skilled as me, compared to the wise King Solomon.
Not grundy, I more grungy then an age infected dungy
I am not weak or generic, I am grittier than an old, infected dungeon.
All we got in common, Venus, birth, and methodology
The only things we share in common are being born and existing on the planet Earth and our rhyming styles.
Giving all you dumb thugs a model for your psychology
I am setting an example for listeners who may not be very intelligent.
World traveler, cryptic script unraveler
I have traveled extensively and can decipher difficult texts.
The predictor, a Psalmist, a dead rapper embalmist
I am talented in predicting future events, writing Psalms, and embalming deceased rappers.
Joe Cotton, my tongue's symbolic to a dagger
My words have the power of a sharp weapon, like a dagger.
Jay Bird you built a house that sheltered many of swagger
A person named Jay Bird built a home that many confident and stylish people have lived in.
A lot of these cats they lack the pain in they voice
Other rappers don't have the emotion and grit in their delivery like I do.
The fuck you been through, yeah I was homeless, and Planetless
I have experienced extreme poverty and felt like I was lost in the world.
But never ever poemless, or talentless
Even in difficult times, I am never without my writing ability or talent.
I made a compact with God to expose your cowardness
I have a deal with God to expose others' lack of bravery or courage.
Chorus
Repeating the same chorus from earlier.
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Nice guitar sample where’s that from
@jordanwilliams7996
Stupid lyrical capp still the man industry wack!!!!