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.
Speed Knotz
Cappadonna Lyrics
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Smitty, yo that Smitty right there
Ohh shit they murked Smitty, yo, get up
Ohh shit, yo, niggas murked Smitty
Staten Africa, put your hands up
The wrath of God through a deadly mic, I bring life
Touch the blind and bring sight to 'em
Staten Africa, it's no turning back, it's a massacre
Fire and Brim Stone, Ja Rule
Thirty-six chambers of bangers unite for the fight
Get your mind right, the armor of God crush your phasod
Allah Ho Akbar, hit you real hard, snow flakes the size of ice balls
Graffiti on the walls like hieroglyphics, time ticks
Nobody know the hour, God cipher Divine, fetal through the lines
Knowledge of signs, chaos of the world, famine and pestilence
Burn an incense, it's intense, we found the evidence
And finger prints on the army tents, U.F.O.'s in the conference
To guard my circumference, spear forcefully
Watch out, spies in your house, yo you best get out
Come on, uhh, this one is like a fresh salad
(Shaolin shadow boxing, if what you say is true
The Shaolin could be dangerous) To all of my dun-duns
I don't like to bend my knees, I spit metaphors and similes
Against wars, rims, and Bentley's, and although they do tempt me
Still I practice self and represent what is left
Of the truest E-M-C-E-E
I don't look down my nose, I never mug, frown, or pose
I just take control of the dispersed black soul
Then cock back let it go, didn't re-cop at a store
Just let it bang, spit the slang, never let these niggas know
In a freeze I go face, even when the world got me dazed I show face
And never would I ask for your praise, I'm too humble and soo shy
But never take my kindness for weakness
I'm still rep'n South Side til I die
Cross my heart and swear to live, I gotta do it for the kids
And the greatest of all time and don't know what time it is
I use thirty-six chambers to wake em up
Labody and Cappadonna slap you with nunchucks like pssshh
The lyrics to Cappadonna's song Speed Knotz are a blend of witty wordplay, verbose metaphors, and social commentary. The first verse sets the tone for the track with Cappadonna speaking about the brutal reality of life in Staten Africa, a reference to Staten Island in New York City where he grew up. He talks about Smitty, who got murked, and calls for his crew to put their hands up. The second verse is a lyrical show of force, with Cappadonna boasting about his lyrical prowess, his affiliation with the Killa Bees (a sub-group of the Wu-Tang Clan), and his readiness to take on any opponent. He mentions Ja Rule, the rapper who was a frequent target of Wu-Tang Clan diss tracks in the early 2000s.
The last verse laments the decline of hip hop as an art form and the rise of materialism in rap music. Cappadonna raps about his commitment to being a true MC who doesn't give in to the temptation of luxury cars and rims. He also talks about the importance of humility and representing the South Side (most likely Staten Island) where he comes from. He ends the verse with a nod to Bruce Lee and the martial arts, with a reference to "nunchucks."
Overall, the song is a testament to Cappadonna's lyrical dexterity, his devotion to his crew, and his desire to keep rap music true to its roots.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold me down ya'll
Cappadonna requests his crew to back him up.
Smitty, yo that Smitty right there
Cappadonna identifies Smitty, his crew member.
Ohh shit they murked Smitty, yo, get up
Cappadonna realizes that Smitty has been killed and urges his crew to fight back against the enemies.
Ohh shit, yo, niggas murked Smitty
Cappadonna expresses his shock and anger at Smitty's death.
Staten Africa, put your hands up
Cappadonna refers to his neighborhood in Staten Island, New York as Staten Africa and calls for his people to stand up and fight.
The wrath of God through a deadly mic, I bring life
Cappadonna believes that his rhymes have the power to deliver God's message and bring hope to his listeners.
Touch the blind and bring sight to 'em
Cappadonna uses his rhymes to help people see the truth and overcome ignorance.
Killa Bees on the swarm I get Devils to fight through 'em
Cappadonna and his Wu-Tang affiliates (also known as Killa Bees) are constantly battling evil forces.
Staten Africa, it's no turning back, it's a massacre
Cappadonna is determined to fight to the end, regardless of the consequences.
Fire and Brim Stone, Ja Rule
Reference to Hell and the rapper Ja Rule.
Thirty-six chambers of bangers unite for the fight
The members of Wu-Tang (who recorded their debut album in 36 Chambers) come together to fight together.
Get your mind right, the armor of God crush your phasod
Cappadonna advises his listeners to focus and prepare themselves for the battle ahead, with the help of God's protection.
Allah Ho Akbar, hit you real hard, snow flakes the size of ice balls
Reference to Islamic battle cry and the intense force of Cappadonna's rhymes.
Graffiti on the walls like hieroglyphics, time ticks
Street art tells the story of time passing by.
Nobody know the hour, God cipher Divine, fetal through the lines
No one knows when the end will come, but God has a plan and Cappadonna is trying to understand it through his rhymes.
Knowledge of signs, chaos of the world, famine and pestilence
Cappadonna speaks of the turmoil and destruction happening in the world.
Burn an incense, it's intense, we found the evidence
Cappadonna recommends burning incense to help cope with the intensity of the situation and they have found evidence of the corruption happening.
And finger prints on the army tents, U.F.O.'s in the conference
Clues that lead to more evidence of corruption and conspiracy.
To guard my circumference, spear forcefully
Cappadonna protects his family and friends fiercely like a warrior with a spear.
Watch out, spies in your house, yo you best get out
Cappadonna warns his listeners to be aware of enemies within their own homes and advises them to leave if necessary.
Come on, uhh, this one is like a fresh salad
Cappadonna compares his rhymes to a healthy, fresh salad - good for the soul.
(Shaolin shadow boxing, if what you say is true
Reference to the martial art of Shaolin shadow boxing, and questioning the authenticity of someone's words.
The Shaolin could be dangerous) To all of my dun-duns
Cappadonna acknowledges the danger associated with the Wu-Tang, and shouts out his loyal fans, calling them dun-duns.
I don't like to bend my knees, I spit metaphors and similes
Cappadonna asserts his independence as an artist and prefers to use creative wordplay.
Against wars, rims, and Bentley's, and although they do tempt me
Cappadonna refuses to be swayed by materialism, despite the temptation.
Still I practice self and represent what is left
Cappadonna focuses on himself and staying true to his beliefs and values.
Of the truest E-M-C-E-E
Cappadonna considers himself one of the most authentic MCs in the rap game.
I don't look down my nose, I never mug, frown, or pose
Cappadonna doesn't judge or look down on people, and doesn't feel the need to put on airs.
I just take control of the dispersed black soul
Cappadonna aims to unify and uplift Black people through his music.
Then cock back let it go, didn't re-cop at a store
Cappadonna releases his rhymes freely, without rehearsing or buying his own music.
Just let it bang, spit the slang, never let these niggas know
Cappadonna keeps it raw and uncut, and doesn't reveal too much to his enemies.
In a freeze I go face, even when the world got me dazed I show face
Cappadonna keeps his composure in stressful situations and remains true to himself.
And never would I ask for your praise, I'm too humble and soo shy
Cappadonna doesn't seek validation from others and is naturally a modest person.
But never take my kindness for weakness
Cappadonna doesn't want to be mistaken as weak just because he's kind.
I'm still rep'n South Side til I die
Cappadonna remains loyal to his neighborhood until his death.
Cross my heart and swear to live, I gotta do it for the kids
Cappadonna promises to keep living and fighting for the sake of the younger generation.
And the greatest of all time and don't know what time it is
Cappadonna is uncertain about whether he's reached the pinnacle of his career, but remains determined to keep striving.
I use thirty-six chambers to wake em up
Reference to the Wu-Tang album 'Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)' and how Cappadonna uses their music to wake up his listeners.
Labody and Cappadonna slap you with nunchucks like pssshh
Cappadonna and his fellow rapper Labody deliver powerful rhymes like nunchucks striking someone with force.
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StRaPS 818
Shit is banging Son!! Killa beez on swarm..
RaeRae Jeru
This beat kinda heavy!!!
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Of Honestmen. Mngmt.
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(breaking or break-dancing/B.-boy or B.-girl) to 4.=MCing.
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Gordon Boyle
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GENESlS
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