Flowers
Ghostface Lyrics


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Yeah, yeah, why'know
Tranquilise, tranqulise
Yeah, yeah
Yo Ghostface! (c'mon)
Raekwon!
Meth!

[Raekwon]
See me in the club, got a gun on my legs
Select paper and invade all the illest niggas
Tally up pen, yo, Live Crew meetin'
Layin' in the lab with rolls o' fly mo-e ho
All niggas eatin'
Wreckin' Ball Gangsters, unleash the law
Straight up, colorful drawers, bad whores
On the weekend eat a raw style like Flounder
Fuckin' wit' mine or how we design
My niggas might find ya
Layin' in the Tropics, big dick shit on park
They way his Khak's look, niggas on ?chocolates?
Movin' out, color "gorangos" switch to me, bro
That's how I picture rich niggas with the same coats
All rich niggas with the same coat.

[Method Man]
You can catch this crew, and fall in a ship
Fully equipped, on a star tack, callin' a bitch
How much you get, when that Absolute and Hennesey mix
(Ultimate, ultimate) Wu shit, my whole click (Ultimate, ultimate)
Rubba-dub, ass in the club, showin' me love
Sayin' "Peace" to the nigga that thug, I got the drugs
And the .38, snub-nose, strikin' a pose
Baby girl, throw the drink on my clothes, then meet ya ?bos?
Lewis Fritz, Hot Nikks, nigga what's happenin'?
Any shit, holdin' my dick, smokin' a clip, thanks for askin'
Mashin', the latest fashion,
Dance floor packed with whites, blacks and Latins
All N Together, together for worship better
Now I put it down whether it's Methy but they don't Meth-Tical
Prop, skate, roll, bounce
I'm bound to wreck ya body as they turn the party out.

[Raekwon]
Oh magazine's slipped, kinda like we lit
Deliver was a lit, ya niggas know
High niggas rent , I'm set like nuh Purple and the new Lex
Trifle and work, let's murder eveything that Wu wanted sent

I'd better pay Big Momma for usin' his lyrics
Pay Big Momma for usin' his lyrics
(You betta) Pay Big Momma for usin' his lyrics
Pay Big Momma for usin' his lyrics (come on, come on)

[Superb]
And my mouth stay dry ''cause I swallow the struggle
I might connect you to a VCR, add delay, bug you
I'm not a gangsta, I hate thugs too
I'm just a nigga that painted a picture without a paintbrush too
Without a paintbrush too

[Ghostface Killah]
Bulletproof Wallets, 20 t'ya kids that says made outta Korea
Top Sear, pass the beer, last to see a raj
(be beamed up behind the stove askin' how Maria pop Leer)
Cursed style near, burst out a purse with the gods you jeer
From Star's Pizzeria, police hate the veer
Especially when the shots ring off in slow motion, when yo' head hit the
Meter
You lost two leaders, at the same case speeder
Peter Slim Duch shook 'em down for his reefer
James chased the recent with a hatchet on Easter
Two murders in the 'hood, we call it double ?faeces?
Watch how I eat this, freak the best teacher
At the prayer with the preacher, I get (?) in the bleachers
And your girl, I might eat her
I'm a lover, not a biter (well, yeah)
I still catch her for a piece

[Superb]
He's as good as the rest of 'em
And as bad as the worst
So don't hate me
You'd better move over, yeah (yeah, yeah)

[Ghost]
Fuckin' idiots!

[Ghostface Killah]
Yo, Wallets motherfuckers
That's right, all my shit is Bulletproof
Stoop for the Bulletproof (yeah)
Yeah, Projects (yeah) Bulletproof Wallets (DJ! DJ!)
On yo' ass nigga, you heard?
Dirt-ass niggas, ya niggas ain't got a chance *echoes*

(Stadio)
(One-three)




(Word up!)
(Ya now dead)

Overall Meaning

In "Flowers," Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Raekwon, and Superb showcase their signature style of gritty raps over a haunting beat. The lyrics of the song revolve around the everyday hustle and grind of life in the streets, with each rapper taking their turn to show off their unique flow.


Raekwon starts off by describing his position as a top dog in the streets, with a gun always on his leg and surrounded by the most prominent people. Method Man then jumps in with his cool and collected flow, boasting about his wealth and popularity as he cruises around town with his crew.


Superb then comes in with a more introspective verse, reflecting on his journey and how far he has come in life despite all the struggles he faced. Ghostface Killah closes the track with a trademark high-energy verse, full of wordplay and metaphor, and delivering a message of resilience and determination to his peers.


Line by Line Meaning

See me in the club, got a gun on my legs
I carry protection and don't take any chances


Select paper and invade all the illest niggas
Money is power and can get you what you want


Tally up pen, yo, Live Crew meetin'
Counting your money to make sure everything is in order


Layin' in the lab with rolls o' fly mo-e ho
Working hard in the studio on your craft


All niggas eatin'
Enjoying the fruits of your labor with your team


Wreckin' Ball Gangsters, unleash the law
Being a powerful force to be reckoned with and demanding respect


Straight up, colorful drawers, bad whores
Living a flashy lifestyle with money, women, and material things


On the weekend eat a raw style like Flounder
Partying hard with drugs, alcohol, and women


Fuckin' wit' mine or how we design
Don't mess with me or my team because we have each other's back


My niggas might find ya
If you cross me or my team, there will be consequences


Layin' in the Tropics, big dick shit on park
Enjoying the finer things in life and being proud of your manhood


They way his Khak's look, niggas on ?chocolates?
Being stylish and fashionable with expensive clothing


Movin' out, color "gorangos" switch to me, bro
Changing up your look and style to stand out and be unique


That's how I picture rich niggas with the same coats
Even the rich sometimes blend in and follow the same trends


You can catch this crew, and fall in a ship
You don't want to mess with my crew because we will sink you


Fully equipped, on a star tack, callin' a bitch
Being ready for anything, even while on the move and pursuing women


How much you get, when that Absolute and Hennesey mix
Enjoying the pleasures of life with expensive drinks and good company


(Ultimate, ultimate) Wu shit, my whole click (Ultimate, ultimate)
Giving a shout-out to the Wu-Tang Clan and being proud to be a member


Rubba-dub, ass in the club, showin' me love
Enjoying the attention of women dancing and showing affection


Sayin' "Peace" to the nigga that thug, I got the drugs
Acknowledging other gangsters with respect while also being involved in illegal activities


And the .38, snub-nose, strikin' a pose
Carrying a concealed weapon for protection and showing off your intimidating persona


Baby girl, throw the drink on my clothes, then meet ya ?bos?
Being confident and ready to pick up women, even if it means getting a drink thrown on you


Lewis Fritz, Hot Nikks, nigga what's happenin'?
Shouting-out to acquaintances and being social


Any shit, holdin' my dick, smokin' a clip, thanks for askin'
Being care-free and enjoying life while also being prepared for danger


Mashin', the latest fashion
Being stylish and trendy with your clothing choices


Dance floor packed with whites, blacks and Latins
Being inclusive and enjoying music and culture with people from different backgrounds


All N Together, together for worship better
Believing in the power of unity and working towards a common goal


Now I put it down whether it's Methy but they don't Meth-Tical
Being confident in your abilities and talents


Prop, skate, roll, bounce
Having fun and being care-free while also being fashionable


I'm bound to wreck ya body as they turn the party out.
Being entertaining and keeping the energy high at a party or social gathering


Oh magazine's slipped, kinda like we lit
Feeling like you're being overlooked or not given the recognition you deserve


Deliver was a lit, ya niggas know
Having the advantage or upper hand in a situation


High niggas rent , I'm set like nuh Purple and the new Lex
Being financially stable and having a good quality of life


Trifle and work, let's murder eveything that Wu wanted sent
Working hard to achieve your goals and dominate the competition


I'd better pay Big Momma for usin' his lyrics
Being respectful and giving credit where credit is due


Pay Big Momma for usin' his lyrics
Acknowledging the contribution of other artists to your work


He's as good as the rest of 'em
Being confident in yourself and your abilities


And as bad as the worst
Acknowledging your flaws and weaknesses


So don't hate me
Asking for forgiveness or understanding


You'd better move over, yeah (yeah, yeah)
Being assertive and standing up for yourself


Bulletproof Wallets, 20 t'ya kids that says made outta Korea
Boasting about the quality of your material possessions


Top Sear, pass the beer, last to see a raj
Being the life of the party and enjoying good times with friends


(be beamed up behind the stove askin' how Maria pop Leer)
Pretending to be an extraterrestrial or paranormal being


Cursed style near, burst out a purse with the gods you jeer
Being unique and standing out from the crowd, even if others judge you for it


From Star's Pizzeria, police hate the veer
Avoiding the attention of law enforcement and being cautious


Especially when the shots ring off in slow motion, when yo' head hit the
Describing a violent or dangerous situation


Meter
Referring to the sound of gunshots


You lost two leaders, at the same case speeder
Paying tribute to deceased friends or colleagues who were important to you


Peter Slim Duch shook 'em down for his reefer
Describing someone being robbed or intimidated for their property


James chased the recent with a hatchet on Easter
Talking about someone doing something extreme or unexpected


Two murders in the 'hood, we call it double ?faeces?
Discussing violence or criminal activity in your community


Watch how I eat this, freak the best teacher
Being innovative and creative in your approach to something


At the prayer with the preacher, I get (?) in the bleachers
Being spiritual or religious and attending services


And your girl, I might eat her
Boasting about your sexual prowess or attractiveness to women


I'm a lover, not a biter
Being respectful and honoring other artists and their work


Fuckin' idiots!
Being frustrated or angry with someone or something


Yo, Wallets motherfuckers
Asserting dominance and being confrontational


Stoop for the Bulletproof (yeah)
Being proud of your material possessions and accomplishments


Projects (yeah) Bulletproof Wallets (DJ! DJ!)
Giving a shout-out to your neighborhood and your lifestyle


On yo' ass nigga, you heard?
Being threatening and confrontational towards someone else


Dirt-ass niggas, ya niggas ain't got a chance *echoes*
Being superior and confident in your abilities while also putting others down




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: ROBERT F. DIGGS, CLIFFORD SMITH, COREY WOODS, DENNIS DAVID COLES

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@seancagney8897

After I heard this version I could not even listen to the other one... It's not bad but this one here is just epic.

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@Sean Cagney That means you have a great ear I first heard this over 20 years ago on a DJ Clue tape in High School and Never Forgot it.

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