He started his career with the seminal NZ band Supergroove. Shortly after he broke from the band in 1996, he released his first single βChainsβ a duet with DLT that went straight to #1 on the NZ Singles charts, and stayed there for 5 consecutive weeks. It went on to reach Platinum and was the landmark single that brought NZ Hip Hop to mass attention.
Che Fu has released three solo albums and one greatest hits compilation: 2b S.PACiFiC, Navigator, and Beneath The Radar and Hi-Score: The Best of Che-Fu.
Navigator is a combination of 13 tracks developed musically and lyrically by Che Fu. His love of reggae, funk, soul, rap and hip hop were his inspiration. "Fade Away" and "Random" were the first two singles released off the album, and both did well in the New Zealand charts. His album also sees him collaborate with D.J P-Money and The Villajah M.Cs.
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HOLD YOUR GROUND
Che Fu Lyrics
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Fire breeds fire strengthens the liar
No way for the demon retire
Spotlight on blue and red flashing everywhere
Smooke from trees in the air
Babylon out to lock us down but we feel no way
When your team is deep you can stay, so
Hold your ground from those and push their way
Fire breeds fire strengthens the liar
No way for we demon retire
When honour is maitained your house can move at speed
Honesty knows no shame
Friends of life we thunder in but we feel no way
Please complete spread and survey
Eyes down, head nod, true soldiers feet keep running running running
Eyes down, head nod, true soldiers feet keep running running running
Eyes down, head nod, true soldiers feet keep running running running
Eyes down, head nod, true soldiers feet keep running running running
Cocooning for the mass's fear of the ultra violet ray
Causing you growth cell decay
But never asking why who put the hole in the sky
Cashflow dictates what you know, time to powder
More on the next meal than any global warning
So we prepetrate the vocal once agin kicked
Out of the building of learning, standardise by non relative,
Decafe the process, sift out the loose lumps
It's all about the information
Hold your ground from those and push their way
But settle down your crew must meditate
Fire breeds fire strengthens the liar
No way for we demon retire
In βHold Your Groundβ by Che-Fu, the singer urges his crew to be strong in the face of opposition. He tells them to hold their ground against those who are trying to push them down. However, he also emphasizes the importance of meditation and settling down. The lyrics suggest that being reactive or responding with anger only fuels negativity and strengthens the βliarsβ.
The next verse references law enforcement and government control, calling out βBabylonβ for trying to silence them. However, despite facing adversity, Che-Fu and his team refuse to be intimidated. The bridge encourages unity and emphasizes that if they stick together, they can overcome any obstacle. The repeated refrain of βEyes down, head nod, true soldiers feet keep running running runningβ reinforces the idea of staying focused and continuing to persevere.
Overall, the song is a call to action for marginalized communities to stand up for themselves and resist oppression. Itβs a reminder that while it may be tempting to lash out, the most effective approach is to remain calm and centered. By finding strength within themselves and their community, they can hold their ground against even the most oppressive forces.
Line by Line Meaning
Hold your ground from those who push their way but settle down your crew must meditate
Stay firm against those who try to dominate you, but calm your team through meditation
Fire breeds fire strengthens the liar
Reacting with aggression only fuels the deception
No way for the demon retire
There is no escape from the evil that infects this world
Spotlight on blue and red flashing everywhere
Police lights illuminating the scene of the conflict
Smoke from trees in the air
Fires burning out of control amidst chaos and confusion
Babylon out to lock us down but we feel no way
Society oppresses us, but we refuse to be defeated by it
When your team is deep you can stay, so
Having a strong support system allows you to persevere
When honour is maintained your house can move at speed
Integrity allows progress and success
Honesty knows no shame
Being truthful is always the right thing to do
Friends of life we thunder in but we feel no way
We charge ahead with enthusiasm despite the obstacles
Please complete spread and survey
Please help us gather important information
Eyes down, head nod, true soldiers feet keep running running running
We keep moving forward, focused and determined
Cocooning for the mass's fear of the ultra violet ray
The masses are isolating themselves due to irrational fears
Causing you growth cell decay
The isolation is harmful to mental and physical health
But never asking why who put the hole in the sky
We ignore the root causes of environmental problems
Cashflow dictates what you know, time to powder
Money controls much of what we are aware of, it's time to break free
More on the next meal than any global warning
We prioritize immediate concerns over long-term threats
So we perpetrate the vocal once again kicked
We continue to speak out even when silenced or ignored
Out of the building of learning, standardize by non relative
The education system undermines individuality and creativity
Decaffeinate the process, sift out the loose lumps
Remove unnecessary elements and focus on what's important
It's all about the information
Real power lies in access to knowledge and understanding
Hold your ground from those who push their way
Stand firm against those who seek to dominate or harm you
But settle down your crew must meditate
Remain calm and centered in order to lead and support others
Fire breeds fire strengthens the liar
Violence only serves to perpetuate deceit and corruption
No way for we demon retire
There is no escaping the evil that infects our world
Contributed by Adalyn D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tranngocthuy7805
This for when we used to say,
fight the good fight,
This for when we would defend our peoples light,
hold that look again,
then the home team might win,
I got your back cuz give me a sign of trust,
if you could,
hold that look again with a mind like smooth lightning
I feel safer I'd be better nature
If there was someone that I knew
on the top floor of the world,
may be I wouldn't act on cue,
like all those times before, oh,
I'm out on a limb I'm standing out,
don't care who sees,
convincing myself before someone else confuses me,
not to hold that look again
so the home team might win
I got your back cuz give me a sign of trust,
if you could,
hold that look again with a mind like smooth lightning,
I feel safer I'd be better nature
If there was someone that I knew on the top floor of the world
maybe I wouldn't act on queue, like all those times before
If there was someone that I knew on the top floor of the world
maybe I wouldn't act on queue,
like all those times before, oh, oh, oh, oh
To big myself up me no need no inferiority complex,
could ever cloud my dreams,
when Storm comes
Xavier merely called a meeting for a fleeting moment,
refract the light with me convex lens for focus,
stay tuned to this T.V M.C
cos we rocking world wide
we coming 'round the country,
too many front row seats for non paying,
M.C's eagerly awaiting, sedated,
masses of eyeballs and flesh in a trance
ready to make you hoooo
by the next broadcast but what?
representing from my own satellite
Villajahs reruns all night emitting the signal
a galaxy to explore we boldly flow
where all Rastas flow before
never alone role with crew boys
come phat big budget large movie
with full cast no intermission
strictly Ital-ness from the start Judah
the functioning of the heart what what what
If there was someone that I knew
on the top floor of the world,
may be I wouldn't act on queue,
like all those times before,
If there was someone that I knew
on the top floor of the world,
may be I wouldn't act on queue,
like all those times before, oh
@maestrovonhuge9397
Such talented musicianship, stoked the return of the navigator.
@TF0004
Rockin this in Hawai'i 2020 during covid , no retreat no π³β‘οΈβοΈ
@jessetylerwade
chur been looking for this song for ages. I wish che fu would continue producing albums :) che come to whanganui and play bro
@chaingang8494
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@annmanueljose8851
Oww Rangimaria :) Hye Thankyou .. Love it .
@spiritualflights3304
Luv che fu
@TakarangiLove1998
THAAANK YOU SOOOO MUCH!!
@tranngocthuy7805
This for when we used to say,
fight the good fight,
This for when we would defend our peoples light,
hold that look again,
then the home team might win,
I got your back cuz give me a sign of trust,
if you could,
hold that look again with a mind like smooth lightning
I feel safer I'd be better nature
If there was someone that I knew
on the top floor of the world,
may be I wouldn't act on cue,
like all those times before, oh,
I'm out on a limb I'm standing out,
don't care who sees,
convincing myself before someone else confuses me,
not to hold that look again
so the home team might win
I got your back cuz give me a sign of trust,
if you could,
hold that look again with a mind like smooth lightning,
I feel safer I'd be better nature
If there was someone that I knew on the top floor of the world
maybe I wouldn't act on queue, like all those times before
If there was someone that I knew on the top floor of the world
maybe I wouldn't act on queue,
like all those times before, oh, oh, oh, oh
To big myself up me no need no inferiority complex,
could ever cloud my dreams,
when Storm comes
Xavier merely called a meeting for a fleeting moment,
refract the light with me convex lens for focus,
stay tuned to this T.V M.C
cos we rocking world wide
we coming 'round the country,
too many front row seats for non paying,
M.C's eagerly awaiting, sedated,
masses of eyeballs and flesh in a trance
ready to make you hoooo
by the next broadcast but what?
representing from my own satellite
Villajahs reruns all night emitting the signal
a galaxy to explore we boldly flow
where all Rastas flow before
never alone role with crew boys
come phat big budget large movie
with full cast no intermission
strictly Ital-ness from the start Judah
the functioning of the heart what what what
If there was someone that I knew
on the top floor of the world,
may be I wouldn't act on queue,
like all those times before,
If there was someone that I knew
on the top floor of the world,
may be I wouldn't act on queue,
like all those times before, oh
@fjb7380
ππΌππΌ
@annmanueljose8851
love