Inspectah Deck told Paul Meara of HipHopDX in February 2013, that the album had no goals, but to "create something worth listening to". Inspectah Deck had worked with 7L & Esoteric on tour and two previous tracks, the duo's song "Speaking Real Words" from the 2001 album The Soul Purpose and "12th Chamber" from their 2010 album 1212. Esoteric spoke of the album's origin as fun between friends, which ultimately led to a character that represented all three members.
They released their acclaimed debut studio album, Czarface, February 19, 2013. The album was followed by Every Hero Needs a Villain in 2015 and A Fistful of Peril in 2016, both of which were also praised by critics.
The King and Eye
Czarface Lyrics
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Ever since I've known you
Shit
Ayo, that's how you was rhymin', man, I don't give a fuck, son
(So fucking stupid) I couldn't take it
You were like, "You're dead to me"
And we were leaving, I'm like, "you're dead now?"
That's the beginnin'? (Yes)
(I wanna do it)
And it came to pass
That the Gods, the superpowered beings (CZAR)
And the extraterrestrials all came together in concert
And they had one purpose and that purpose was to save some lives
So that you, no matter what you was goin' through
Would survive (Please stand, what it is, man, listen, uh, CZARFACE)
I take the mic' from D
And that's the only way to set off such a CZAR-studded LP
The bass hits like base hits, I'm Aaron Judge
First, you're scary thugs, next, you call five like Karen does
The feds, they get weird, protect your neckbeard
My heard is clear like Shakespeare when he wrote King Lear
Listen, all that, "Comin soon," shit? Stop it
Your project's like a topic of discussion with my girl
'Cause I know you'll never drop it
Plus you're standin' there like Orange Cassidy
With your hands in your pockets, the audacity ('dacity)
Breakin' necks when I flex like X, 23
I pass the mic' back to the king, D.M.C., get 'em
D.M.C. in the place to be
Darryl makes comics just like Stan Lee
Like Peter Parker, I live in Queens
And like T'Challa, I am a king
What have we got, Viktor?
That's a, that's a, that's a pretty good question
He has the mask
He has got the mask (DOOM)
Ha-ha, ha-ha-ha
It's that CZARFACE shit
You know, all of us have times in life
So to speak, and we need someone to listen
What an unexpected surprise
You wanna roll this tape
Alright, let's go, let's go ahead and roll this tape
Roll him outta here
This mask, and you, I know-
Heard it can have a serious effect on my lifestyle too, alright
The lyrics of Czarface's song "The King and Eye" tell a story about the collaboration between Gods, superpowered beings, and extraterrestrials who come together in a concert with the purpose of saving lives. The song revolves around the singer asserting his authority and skill on the mic, taking the stage from DMC (Darryl McDaniels) and emphasizing the power and impact of their music. The mention of Darryl making comics like Stan Lee and comparing himself to both Spider-Man and Black Panther highlights the influence and legacy of these iconic characters.
The song expresses a sense of confidence and bravado, with references to baseball player Aaron Judge, fearsome thugs, and the audacity of others. There is also a playful nod to Orange Cassidy, a professional wrestler known for his laid-back persona and tendency to keep his hands in his pockets. The lyrics suggest a disdain for artists who constantly tease with promises of new music but never deliver, contrasting with the assertive and proactive approach of Czarface.
Overall, "The King and Eye" showcases Czarface's lyrical skill, their ability to command attention on the mic, and their determination to leave a lasting impact in the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
You've been workin' on music, since (yeah)
You have been dedicated to creating music for a long time.
Ever since I've known you
Since the time I first met you.
Shit
Expression of surprise or frustration.
Ayo, that's how you was rhymin', man, I don't give a fuck, son
Hey, that's how you used to rap, but I don't care about it anymore.
(So fucking stupid) I couldn't take it
It was incredibly ridiculous, I couldn't bear it.
You were like, 'You're dead to me'
You expressed that our relationship was over.
And we were leaving, I'm like, 'you're dead now?'
As we were parting ways, I questioned your finality.
That's the beginnin'? (Yes)
That's where it all started? (Yes)
Okay, okay
An expression to indicate understanding or agreement.
(I wanna do it)
(I want to take part in it)
And it came to pass
And so it happened
That the Gods, the superpowered beings (CZAR)
The divine entities, the immensely powerful beings (referring to themselves as CZAR)
And the extraterrestrials all came together in concert
And the beings from other planets united for a common goal
And they had one purpose and that purpose was to save some lives
Their sole intention was to rescue and protect individuals
So that you, no matter what you was goin' through
So that you, regardless of your struggles
Would survive (Please stand, what it is, man, listen, uh CZARFACE)
Could persevere and overcome (Please pay attention, this is CZARFACE)
I take the mic' from D
I grab the microphone from D
And that's the only way to set off such a CZAR-studded LP
And that is the most effective way to start an album with so many CZAR collaborations
The bass hits like base hits, I'm Aaron Judge
The powerful beats hit as hard as hits in baseball, I'm like the player Aaron Judge
First, you're scary thugs, next, you call five like Karen does
First, you're intimidating criminals, then you call the police like a complaining person named Karen
The feds, they get weird, protect your neckbeard
The authorities become suspicious, so safeguard your hidden identity
My heard is clear like Shakespeare when he wrote King Lear
My message is eloquent and well-articulated like Shakespeare's writing in King Lear
Listen, all that, 'Comin soon,' shit? Stop it
Enough with the false promises of upcoming releases, quit it
Your project's like a topic of discussion with my girl
Your music project is a subject of conversation with my partner
'Cause I know you'll never drop it
Because I am aware that you will never release it
Plus you're standin' there like Orange Cassidy
Furthermore, you're standing there lazily like Orange Cassidy (a wrestler)
With your hands in your pockets, the audacity ('dacity)
Showing audacity and boldness while nonchalantly keeping your hands in your pockets
Breakin' necks when I flex like X, 23
Causing astonishment and admiration when I show off my strength and skill like Michael Jordan (number 23)
I pass the mic' back to the king, D.M.C., get 'em
I hand over the microphone to the one and only king, D.M.C., go and amaze them
D.M.C. in the place to be
D.M.C. is here, ready to perform
Darryl makes comics just like Stan Lee
Darryl, referring to himself as D.M.C., creates comic books just like the legendary Stan Lee
Like Peter Parker, I live in Queens
Similar to the character Peter Parker, I reside in the borough of Queens
And like T'Challa, I am a king
And similar to the character T'Challa, I am a ruler
What have we got, Viktor?
Viktor, what do we possess?
That's a, that's a, that's a pretty good question
That's indeed a very good question
He has the mask
He possesses the mask
He has got the mask (DOOM)
He definitely has the mask (referring to DOOM)
Ha-ha, ha-ha-ha
A euphoric laughter
It's that CZARFACE shit
This is the distinctive style of CZARFACE
You know, all of us have times in life
We all experience challenging moments in our lives
So to speak, and we need someone to listen
Metaphorically, in those moments we seek someone who will lend an ear
What an unexpected surprise
Such a delightful and unforeseen revelation
You wanna roll this tape
You want to record this conversation
Alright, let's go, let's go ahead and roll this tape
Okay, let's proceed and start recording
Roll him outta here
Remove him from this place
This mask, and you, I know-
This mask, and you, I understand that-
Heard it can have a serious effect on my lifestyle too, alright
I have heard that it could significantly impact my way of life as well, okay
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Daniel Dumile, George Andrinopoulos, Jason Hunter, Seamus Ryan, Darryl Matthews McDaniels
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