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
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Ghostface Killah Lyrics
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'Bout to see my boo, it's about 6 o'clock
Love is love, it'd been a long time comin'
9 long years, I know she missed my lovin'
Huggin', kissin' in the scent of the kid
She gonna fall out when she see me at the crib
Ding dong, can I speak to Bamboo?
It's me Penelope, stop actin' a fool
Not a phone call? Not a card in the mail?"
For real a phone call? Stop
You know I had to up and leave
I told you I'll be back, girl, but you ain't believe
She told me 9 was too long, and she got a new man
One who gon' stay and hold it down for the fam
So scram, there's no more love for the kid
So I turned my head down and walked away from the crib
Loved so many times
I've been alone so long
Had to pull myself together
Find my heart a brand new home
Got a good thing goin' on
Can't let you mess with my flow
Too little, too late
Love don't live here no more
(Love is love, Tony's back up on the aisle)
(Gone for 9 years like 9 months to a child)
Cried so many times
(Where's my boo at? I need to see Bamboo)
(I got a lot of things on my mind, to explain to you)
Love don't live here no more
Love don't live here no more
It's like that?
Okay then where you put all my stuff at then?
You know, I thought, you know I swear he's, he been doin' this for too long
I done came home, you got another man, you know what
Oh word, so you over it? That's absurd
I never did a damn thing to deserved it
This is a man's world, I go away come home lookin' for you
Now you fuckin' up the plans, girl
You another man's girl, that ain't kosher
Once you see the kid's face you're supposed to
Drop what you're doin', show your loyalty and love
Step out on the porch with a kiss and a hug
Yo you buggin'
Loved so many times
I've been alone so long
Had to pull myself together
Find my heart a brand new home
Got a good thing goin' on
Can't let you mess with my flow
Too little, too late
Love don't live here no more
(Love is love, Tony's back up on the aisle)
(Gone for 9 years like 9 months to a child)
Cried so many times
(Where's my boo at? I need to see Bamboo)
(I got a lot of things on my mind, to explain to you)
Love don't live here no more
Love don't live here no more
The song "Love Don't Live Here No More" by Ghostface Killah tells the story of a man who returns home after being away for 9 years only to find out that his partner, Bamboo, has moved on and found a new man. Bamboo is initially shocked to see Ghostface Killah because she thought he was dead but then becomes agitated that he had not bothered to contact her in all these years. Ghostface Killah apologizes, explaining that he had to leave and promising to come back, but Bamboo had already moved on, feeling that she had waited for too long. Ghostface Killah is left heartbroken as he turns his head down and walks away from her.
The lyrics of the song convey a sense of melancholy, lost love, and heartbreak. The rapper talks about his emotions with deep feeling, his situation, and his yearning for something that he cannot have. The theme of the song is the uncertainty of love and the possibility that people can move on from past relationships. Ghostface Killah's voice and flow fit perfectly with the haunting and soulful beat, making the song one of the most emotional tracks on his album.
Line by Line Meaning
Feelin' fresh, walkin' down the block
Walking down the street with energy and excitement
'Bout to see my boo, it's about 6 o'clock
About to see his significant other at 6pm
Love is love, it'd been a long time comin'
Their love was strong but struggled due to time apart
9 long years, I know she missed my lovin'
They had been apart for 9 years and he believed she missed him
Huggin', kissin' in the scent of the kid
Reunited and embracing one another
She gonna fall out when she see me at the crib
She will be surprised and delighted to see him at home
Ding dong, can I speak to Bamboo?
Asking to speak to his significant other
It's me Penelope, stop actin' a fool
Identifying himself to his significant other
She said, 'damn, I thought you was dead
She was surprised to see him after all these years
Not a phone call? Not a card in the mail?'
She was hurt and disappointed that he didn't keep in touch
For real a phone call? Stop
He was annoyed by her lack of understanding
You know I had to up and leave
He had to leave without notice
I told you I'll be back, girl, but you ain't believe
He promised he would return, but she didn't believe him
She told me 9 was too long, and she got a new man
She had moved on and had a new partner for the past 9 years
One who gon' stay and hold it down for the fam
Her new partner is committed to their family
So scram, there's no more love for the kid
He is no longer wanted and should leave
So I turned my head down and walked away from the crib
He left the house dejected
It's like that?
He is surprised and disappointed by her actions
Okay then where you put all my stuff at then?
Asking about his belongings
You know, I thought, you know I swear he's, he been doin' this for too long
She questions their relationship and if he will continue to leave
I done came home, you got another man, you know what
He is upset that she moved on while he was away
Oh word, so you over it? That's absurd
He is incredulous at her attitude towards their relationship ending
I never did a damn thing to deserved it
He feels he does not deserve her actions
This is a man's world, I go away come home lookin' for you
He is frustrated that he left to make a better life for them but returned to find her with another man
Now you fuckin' up the plans, girl
Her actions are causing issues with plans he had for their future
You another man's girl, that ain't kosher
He disapproves of her being with another man
Once you see the kid's face you're supposed to
She should immediately show love and loyalty to him when he returns home
Drop what you're doin', show your loyalty and love
She should prioritize their relationship above all else
Step out on the porch with a kiss and a hug
He wants to be greeted warmly by her
Yo you buggin'
He thinks she is acting irrational
Loved so many times
He has loved her many times
I've been alone so long
He has been alone for a long time
Had to pull myself together
He had to regain his composure
Find my heart a brand new home
He had to move on and find a new love
Got a good thing goin' on
He has a new, positive relationship
Can't let you mess with my flow
He does not want his previous relationship to disrupt his current one
Too little, too late
Their relationship is over and there is no going back
(Love is love, Tony's back up on the aisle)
Love is an enduring emotion and Tony is back on his feet
(Gone for 9 years like 9 months to a child)
Although it has been 9 years, it felt like no time passed at all
Cried so many times
He has shed many tears over their failed relationship
(Where's my boo at? I need to see Bamboo)
He still longs to see his previous partner
(I got a lot of things on my mind, to explain to you)
He has a lot to say and needs to explain the situation to her
Love don't live here no more
Their love is no longer present
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Dennis Coles, Kandace Springs
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GoofRebelMusic
just spittin pure fire as no, no, no plays uncut underneath. It's amazing.
@roquelrosa
Had this song back in 08 and mannnn brings back chills hearing it again :)
@MrBendTheSpoon
Need this song to be on Apple Music! Love it
@johnfraser37
Ghost is one of the best rapper of all time,the reason some of his songs ain't getting the millions of views is because most people don't know what real music is,but for the thousands of views his music is getting those people are the one who knows what real music is.
@nandofernandesaraujo
muito bom
@richard1849
got the 12" and proud
@illanoyzehit448
Over looking real high mountains, they wrote our name in the sky. See baby we bout it...
@RapNoventacharlesdecastro
#BRASIL
#MG
#BH
#VSR
#PESADÍSSIMO
@bundisensi
just a worddd madd !!!!
@waltermattera7155
Used to bang this on da way to da club in 04