Ghostface Killah is critically acclaimed for his loud, fast-paced flow, and his stream-of-consciousness narratives containing cryptic slang and non-sequiturs.
Ghostface Killah was raised in the Stapleton housing projects in Staten Island, New York. In his autobiographical song "All That I Got Is You", Ghost tells the story of his childhood. He raps about how he grew up in a three bedroom apartment without his father, who left him at the age of six. Apparently, his mother had nine children.
His stage name was taken from one of the characters in the 1979 kung fu film Mystery of Chessboxing.
He was also a close friend of the three founding members of Wu-tang clan
Blood in the Streets
Ghostface Killah Lyrics
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It's revenge mode
I gotta level my levels
So I don't explode
Gotta stay focused
Put on the Killah face
Figure how to get em' all in the same place
Plot thickens, it's all about the strategies
Start making calls, buying artillery
Landmines and shit, niggas is killing me
Aiming for the block where all the magic happens
Call 911 report a kidnapping...
Fuck a Glock
Hundred shots from the ooo-wop
Let's bring it back to them blocks off the new lots
Who a cop, nigga? I started from the shoe box
You grew a lot
But I schooled you how to do drops
In my tube socks spraying from the rooftops
92' props
Banging for my blue tops
It's me and you Ock, Biggie verses 2Pac
And you forgot
I'm the one who let you rock
Yellow brick squares yeah
Nigga I'm the wiz here
Can never fear
Fuck boy you just live here
Kill your kids here, put you in a wheel chair
And leave you there with that ice grill stare Tony
You know you know me
The one and only
The ruler of Eukanuba
Do my dirt all by my lonely
Motherfucker
It's me nigga!
You know that work I put in!
You really feeling yourself!
Should've stayed gone, motherfucker!
Rog came quick
Like he's suppose to
I'm going postal
Caught a gang member - Blew him bi-costal
Brains all over the block - it's hot
Crooked cops running up in the game to see my plot
They about to meet in the street where the bomb's set
Detonate like a war vet and jet
Duck behind cars, Blowing ARs
Glock 9s poppin, Bodies droppin'
I'm taking out knee caps - Anyone standin'
Perfect timing, Perfect plannin'
I'm filling funeral homes and graves
It's no surprise
GFK the only one to survive!
You know what I mean?
Cause when the real kids come at you, nigga it's over
The lyrics in "Blood in the Streets" by Ghostface Killah are filled with complex metaphors and vivid imagery that portrays the rapper's intense desire for revenge against his enemies. The song starts with Ghostface putting on his "Killah face" and strategizing how to bring all his enemies together in one place. He mentions buying landmines and other artillery, indicating the extreme measures he's willing to take to exact his revenge. Ghostface raps about his past experiences with street violence and how he's preparing to face off against his enemies.
In the second verse, Ghostface takes a shot at another rapper (most likely Shyheim, a former associate of his), stating that he taught him how to be street smart and how to make drops. He brags about his ability to survive in the streets all by himself and how he's the ruler of his territory. Ghostface concludes the song by proclaiming that he's the only one who will survive when the real kids come after him.
The lyrics in "Blood in the Streets" and the aggressive tone of Ghostface's delivery make it clear that this is a song about gang warfare and the harsh realities of life on the streets. Ghostface paints a picture of a violent world where survival depends on being tougher and more ruthless than your enemies.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo Gas Mask down
I am getting ready to seek revenge.
Itβs revenge mode
I am in a mode where I am looking for vengeance.
I gotta level my levels
I need to remain calm and composed in order to channel my anger effectively.
So I donβt explode
To avoid letting anger cloud my judgement.
Gotta stay focused
I need to remain focused on my goals.
Put on the Killah face
I need to appear fearless and intimidating to convey strength.
Figure how to get emβ all in the same place
I need to strategize how to bring all my enemies together.
Plot thickens, itβs all about the strategies
The situation is getting more serious, and my methods must be carefully planned and utilized.
I look down in my bag and see a stack of cheese
I have acquired wealth and resources to execute my plan.
Start making calls, buying artillery
I have begun acquiring weaponry and resources to use against my enemies.
Landmines and shit, niggas is killing me
The situation is dangerous and my enemies are strong.
Aiming for the block where all the magic happens
I am targeting an area where my enemies are concentrated.
Call 911 report a kidnappingβ¦
I am using a fake emergency to lure my enemies into a trap.
Fuck a Glock
I do not need a normal gun.
Hundred shots from the ooo-wop
I have a powerful and efficient weapon.
Letβs bring it back to them blocks off the new lots
Let us return to the area where my enemies reside.
Who a cop, nigga? I started from the shoe box
I came from humble beginnings and have risen to power.
You grew a lot
My enemies have become more powerful.
But I schooled you how to do drops
I taught my enemies how to conduct drug deals and now I will use this knowledge against them.
In my tube socks spraying from the rooftops
I am using stealth and height to gain an advantage over my enemies.
92β props
I am respected and admired by those around me.
Banging for my blue tops
I am willing to use violence to protect my territorial drug trade.
Itβs me and you Ock, Biggie verses 2Pac
I am in competition with my enemies to become the most powerful and influential.
And you forgot
You have underestimated me.
Iβm the one who let you rock
I allowed my enemies to operate under my shelter in the past.
Yellow brick squares yeah
I am in control of everything in my territory.
Nigga Iβm the wiz here
I am the leader and most powerful in my territory.
Can never fear
I cannot be afraid of anyone or anything.
Fuck boy you just live here
You have no real power or influence in my territory.
Kill your kids here, put you in a wheel chair
My enemies and their families are in danger under my wrath.
And leave you there with that ice grill stare Tony
I will leave you in shock and unable to retaliate.
You know you know me
You know my reputation and power.
The one and only
I am the most powerful and influential in my territory.
The ruler of Eukanuba
I am the ruler of everything in my territory.
Do my dirt all by my lonely
I am capable of conducting crime and violence on my own.
Motherfucker
Strictly slang in this context.
It's me nigga!
The person referred to here is myself.
You know that work I put in!
You know the amount of effort and dedication that I have put in to my work.
You really feeling yourself!
You are overestimating your own power and influence.
Should've stayed gone, motherfucker!
You should have avoided coming back to my territory.
Rog came quick
Reinforcements arrived quickly.
Like heβs suppose to
He came to assist as he was asked to.
Iβm going postal
I am becoming extremely violent and aggressive.
Caught a gang member - Blew him bi-costal
I killed a gang member brutally and violently.
Brains all over the block - itβs hot
Evidence of the violence is visible and the situation is intense.
Crooked cops running up in the game to see my plot
Even the corrupt cops are attempting to stop my plan.
They about to meet in the street where the bombβs set
My enemies are about to walk into my trap, where an explosive device is waiting for them.
Detonate like a war vet and jet
The explosion will be as explosive as that of a war veteran and I will flee from the situation.
Duck behind cars, Blowing ARs
I am taking cover behind cars and shooting my enemies with an automatic rifle.
Glock 9s poppin, Bodies droppinβ
My powerful weaponry is fatally wounding my enemies in large numbers.
Iβm taking out knee caps - Anyone standin'
I aim to physically disable anyone who opposes me.
Perfect timing, Perfect plannin'
I have timed my attacks and plan flawlessly.
Iβm filling funeral homes and graves
My enemies are dying in large numbers.
Itβs no surprise
It is expected at this point in the conflict.
GFK the only one to survive!
I am the only one left standing in my territory.
You know what I mean?
Do you understand the idea that I am trying to convey?
Cause when the real kids come at you, nigga it's over
This phrase implies the severity and intensity of the violence that comes with true gang warfare.
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@ricsmith5730
Dope as fuck. AZ & Ghost been goin hard on these joints. They should do a whole album.
@MRENTERTAINMENT36
GHOST & AZ ARE KILLIN IT!! That's what you call REAL HIP HOP!!
@mangopine3460
fuck GFK was wise to feature AZ so heavily on this album. Amazing combination
@soundbwoy2011
Az character is the crooked cop Rodge.. this album as a whole is dope
@ChaimaHuggy
DOOOOOOOOOPE !!!
@menthosonthegoghst
Mad N9ice & FRESH!!!
@bobbydavis5119
Fresh is the word. Gotta cop this.
@kay9640
Let's bring it back to them blocks off of New Lots!!!
@taylor-bg2fj
WOW U ON THAT HIP HOP LYRICS
@Superdondisco
What u kno about New Lots...#Eny...