Cappadonna born circa 1969 had known the Wu-Tang Clan members since grade s… Read Full Bio ↴Cappadonna born circa 1969 had known the Wu-Tang Clan members since grade school in Staten Island, and he had even decided at the age of 15 that he could write and perform lyrics. It wasn't until 1995, however, that he made his recorded debut, appearing on Raekwon's Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... album.

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.

One Way 2 Zion
Cappadonna Lyrics

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Speak wit I'm em, I'ma watch this
Ah ah ah, Cappa, Cappa
Keep ya head to the sky
(Keep ya head to the sky)
Keep ya head up
(Some things might just change, right?
Keep ya head to the sky)
Ya hear?

Keep ya head to the sky, not for a mystery God
But times are hard, take a look around
Poor people treat ya brother as a equal
Snuffin to be found on the ground
These ain't the faces of a clown
We the meek, God bless us whenever I speak
My job is to teach, even if I drink, sex on the beach
My mind is still in reach
Never too far away from the pains of today
And I say, comin' in, my brothers gotta pass away
Before we come together and pray, God is the way
One of my sisters ran astray, jail with my people is the long hallway
I see it like the eyes of Kunta Kente, we all gon' pay
Children away from judgment day
I respect Jah Selaseai, some things money can't buy
And I tell you no lie, keep ya head to the sky

[Chorus]
Keep ya head to the sky, keep ya head to the sky
Some things money just can't buy
Keep ya head to the sky, keep ya head up
Keep ya head to the sky, keep ya head to the sky

Only the flesh die, but the soul is forever
I'm all for God, lovin' the father, don't bother
If you can't follow, mind's are hollow
Never a thug, even though I sold drugs to survive
It's all over, now I'm sober, I'm not a Roc-A-Fella or Jay-Hovah
I'm just one soldier similar to P, I shed light
G-O-D to the fullest, these thoughts are like bullets
Hit you out the ordinary but don't worry
I'm like the fort singin' on the ferry
The fairy Godfather from Park Hill
Trynna to rip the face off a bill
Now it's God will, like a ex-crack head said
I'm like a fed, stuck in my head be the real information
What out for Satan, waitin' for you, hatin' for you
You a thug or a blood, get ya mine outta The Flood
It's mine, I'ma flood, tryin to show why'all love
I'm trynna rise above, ain't no time for crime
These the bad days of time, under oath I can't lie

And if I die, rhymes will spend you on right
Be strong, keep ya head to the sky

[Chorus]
Keep ya head to the sky, keep ya head to the sky
Keep ya head to the sky (Whoa, whoa)

Divine, I can see in ya mind
Choppin' wit ya mental, praises been due
Thanks praise what I've been to, it's real
Sign by the 'Ville, dude without a deal
With God I'm survivin', it's not about drivin' the Benz
I got the ends, but I still need friends, so I can share my love
Forget a club, brother push come to shove
I'mma cry for my mother in the Hill, helped me to build
On times are to ill, only she could make the black man chill
Even not to steal, drivin' through Park Hill
Most of the time I was high, wildin' for a small piece of the pie
Me and Ghost sat down and ask ourselves why
Did time in jail, when everythin' else seemed to fail
Most started the bail, it was hard to get the mail
And separated from my seeds, now I'm tellin' the tale
'Cause in the fire I preceded to burn
Then my father bless me wit another turn
He taught me to be more concerned
Like a grandmother makin' me learn
At one sixty, that's how it it is
It's not about show biz
We deal in the orphanage, keep ya head to the sky

It's a privilege, keep ya head to the sky
Keep ya head to the sky (Buck buck buck buck, whoa)
Keep ya head to the sky (Why? Keep ya head to the sky)
Keep ya head up (Whoa) Keep ya head to the sky
(What? Buck buck buck buck buck)
Jah Selaseai (Buck, you will make it)
Keep ya head to the sky (You know you been
Whoa, whoa, whoa, you been partyin'
You been eatin' pork, keep ya head to the sky
What? Whoa) Blood to see, we out
(Whoa, whoa, whoa) Gods who respect
(Whoa, you, whoa) Check it out
(Buck buck buck buck) You know
No hatred, no hatred, go head
(You made it) Just keep ya head to the sky
Keep ya head to the sky, keep ya head to the sky
(Buck buck, whoa, whoa, whoa
You know you made it, whoa

Whoa, keep ya head up, whoa
Keep ya head up high) Yo

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Cappadonna's "One Way to Zion" talk about keeping one's head up high even when times are tough. The song acknowledges the struggles of people, especially the poor, and the importance of treating everyone equally. The verses touch on themes of spirituality, sobriety, crime, and love. The chorus repeats the message of keeping one's head to the sky as a way of staying positive and focused on the greater things in life.

Cappadonna's lyrics present a world where people face difficulties daily, and they overcome it by keeping their faith in themselves and in God. Even though the world might seem cynical and hopeless, Cappadonna's message accepst that change is possible, and this change starts from one's mindset. He stresses that everybody will face judgment day and that we have to prepare for it by doing the right things. The lyrics also mention the influence of other artists, such as Roc-A-Fella, Jay-Hova, and P.

Furthermore, Cappadonna's lyrics are a testimony of his life experiences, having gone through life as a drug dealer, spending time in jail, and finally getting his life on track. It's a song about redemption and perseverance, believing that things can get better even when it feels like it's impossible.

Line by Line Meaning

Keep ya head to the sky, not for a mystery God
Stay optimistic, not because of a deity but because of the harsh reality.

But times are hard, take a look around
The world is a tough place, open your eyes and see.

Poor people treat ya brother as a equal
The poor are more kind to each other.

Snuffin to be found on the ground
There's nothing left on earth for poor people.

These ain't the faces of a clown
This is not a joke situation.

We the meek, God bless us whenever I speak
We are the humble, may God bless us every time we speak.

My job is to teach, even if I drink, sex on the beach
My responsibility is to educate, even if I enjoy alcohol or sex on the beach.

My mind is still in reach
I am still in touch with reality.

Never too far away from the pains of today
I am always aware of current issues.

Before we come together and pray, God is the way
We need to join hands and pray before God leads the path for us.

One of my sisters ran astray, jail with my people is the long hallway
One of my sisters went rogue, jail is like a long hallway for my acquaintances.

I see it like the eyes of Kunta Kente, we all gon' pay
I perceive the world through Kunta Kente's vision, and we will all pay for our actions.

Children away from judgment day
Children should be kept away from harsh judgment.

I respect Jah Selaseai, some things money can't buy
I respect Jah Selaseai, some things cannot be purchased by wealth.

And I tell you no lie, keep ya head to the sky
I'm not lying, keep your head up high.

Some things money just can't buy
Certain things are priceless and cannot be acquired through wealth.

Only the flesh die, but the soul is forever
Only the physical body dies, the soul is eternal.

I'm all for God, loving the father, don't bother
I'm a devout believer of God, loving him and do not disturb.

If you can't follow, mind's are hollow
If you can't keep up, your mind might be empty.

Never a thug, even though I sold drugs to survive
I was never a gangster, although I sold drugs to make ends meet.

It's all over, now I'm sober, I'm not a Roc-A-Fella or Jay-Hovah
I used to be a drug addict, but now I'm clean. I'm not affiliated with Jay-Z or Roc-A-Fella.

Hit you out the ordinary but don't worry
I'll surprise you but don't panic.

I'm like the fort singing' on the ferry
I'm as strong as a fortress singing on the ferry.

The fairy Godfather from Park Hill
I am the Godfather from Park Hill who helps like a fairy.

Trynna to rip the face off a bill
Trying to remove the financial burden from my life.

Now it's God will, like an ex-crack head said
Now it's up to God, just like an ex-drug addict once said.

I'm like a fed, stuck in my head be the real information
I'm like a federal agent, always thinking about the truth.

What out for Satan, waitin' for you, hatin' for you
Beware of Satan, waiting and despising you.

You a thug or a blood, get ya mine outta The Flood
You're either a thug or a gang member, have a positive outlook out of a bad situation.

It's mine, I'ma flood, tryin to show why'all love
It's mine I will flood it, trying to spread love.

I'm trynna rise above, ain't no time for crime
I'm trying to emerge above, no time for criminal activities.

These the bad days of time, under oath I can't lie
These are the dark days, it's my duty to tell the truth.

And if I die, rhymes will spend you on right
If I perish, my lyrics will guide you correctly.

Divine, I can see in ya mind
I possess divine power, able to perceive through your thoughts.

Choppin' wit ya mental, praises been due
Discoursing with your mentality, appreciation is in order.

Thanks praise what I've been to, it's real
Thanksgiving for the genuine reality I provide.

Sign by the 'Ville, dude without a deal
I am renowned in the Ville area, achieving without a contract.

It's not about drivin' the Benz,
It's not regarding driving a Mercedes-Benz.

I got the ends, but I still need friends, so I can share my love
I am financially sufficient, 'but I still require some company so I can distribute my love.

Forget a club, brother push come to shove
Avoiding the club scene; if required, stand your ground.

I'mma cry for my mother in the Hill, helped me to build
I will cry for my mother from the Hill who helped me grow up.

On times are too ill, only she could make the black man chill
These times are very difficult, mainly only mothers can soothe the black man.

Even not to steal, drivin' through Park Hill
Even if I don't want to rob, driving through Park Hill remains dangerous.

Most of the time I was high, wildin' for a small piece of the pie
Most of the time I was stoned, running wild just to earn a small portion of something.

Me and Ghost sat down and ask ourselves why
I and Ghostface Killah sat down to contemplate why.

Did time in jail, when everythin' else seemed to fail
Served jail time when everything else appeared to be in vain.

Most started the bail, it was hard to get the mail
Most gave in and asked for bail, I even found it difficult to receive letters.

And separated from my seeds, now I'm tellin' the tale
Separated from my offspring, now narrating my story.

'Cause in the fire I preceded to burn
I went ahead and burned in the flames.

Then my father bless me wit another turn
Then my father blessed me with another opportunity.

He taught me to be more concerned
He taught me to prioritize my concerns.

Like a grandmother makin' me learn
Like a grandmother, she made sure I learned my lesson.

At one sixty, that's how it it is
At 160th street, that's how life is.

We deal in the orphanage
We work with the homeless or parentless.

It's a privilege, keep ya head to the sky
It's an honor, keep your head high.

Jah Selaseai
A reference to Haile Selassie I, regarded as a divine figure in Rastafarian culture.