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
Nuggets of Wisdom
Ghostface Killah Lyrics
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Teaching me positivity in the hall
How to walk amongst the evil and smile in the face of death
To speak knowledge and wisdom til my last breath
I'm a humble brother, got love for another
Body heaters wouldn't keep you warm under the covers
Make peace not war, make babies some more
Keep a smile when you travel from shore to shore
The grass ain't always green, the meat ain't always lean
Make sure it's allowed, no pork on the fork
No swine in the cupcake, feeling we know it's pork
Keep your Quran handy, keep it close to your heart
See the dumbest fall from smart
I spark a light in the dark
Follow me, I'ma pray til the sun shines over me
Pray til the righteous ways is taking over me
In the song "Nuggets of Wisdom," Ghostface Killah shares his worldview and the advice he's received from righteous individuals, likely including religious leaders. He recognizes the power of positivity and encourages kindness towards others, emphasizing the importance of making peace instead of waging war. He advises listeners to shy away from superficiality and to be cautious about what they consume, both physically and mentally. Additionally, he mentions the importance of keeping the Quran "close to your heart" and searching for guidance in dark times. Throughout the song, Ghostface Killah recognizes the importance of faith and prayer.
Through his lyrics, Ghostface Killah shares what he's learned from his elders and life experiences in order to inspire others to make positive changes in their own lives. He uses music as a platform to share what he believes are valuable life lessons, and encourages listeners to seek the wisdom of others in order to grow and become better individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
From the righteous mind of the law, he powers my soul
I draw inspiration from the wisdom of the law to guide my life
Teaching me positivity in the hall
The law teaches me to embrace positivity in all aspects of life
How to walk amongst the evil and smile in the face of death
Through the law's teachings, I have learned to remain calm and composed in dangerous situations
To speak knowledge and wisdom til my last breath
I strive to constantly share knowledge and wisdom with others throughout my lifetime
I'm a humble brother, got love for another
I am humble and compassionate towards others
Body heaters wouldn't keep you warm under the covers
Material possessions cannot replace the warmth and comfort of human connection
Make peace not war, make babies some more
Instead of engaging in conflict, we should focus on creating new life and fostering peace
Keep a smile when you travel from shore to shore
Maintain a positive attitude and outlook even when traveling through unfamiliar territory
Superficial, don't get sucked into the scene
Don't get caught up in superficial aspects of life that may distract you from what truly matters
The grass ain't always green, the meat ain't always lean
Things may not always be as they seem, regardless of how promising they appear
Make sure it's allowed, no pork on the fork
Be mindful of what you consume and ensure it is permissible under your beliefs
No swine in the cupcake, feeling we know it's pork
Just because something appears innocent or harmless, we should still exercise caution and aware of what we're consuming
Keep your Quran handy, keep it close to your heart
Always keep your religious texts close to your heart as they serve as an anchor of faith and guidance
See the dumbest fall from smart
Even those who appear knowledgeable can make foolish mistakes or bad decisions
I spark a light in the dark
I aim to provide guidance and hope to those who may be struggling or lost
Follow me, I'ma pray til the sun shines over me
Follow my lead and I will continue to pray and seek guidance until I find enlightenment
Pray til the righteous ways is taking over me
I will continue to seek spiritual enlightenment until it becomes fully integrated into my being
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ADAM KING FEENEY, ALEXANDER SOWINSKI, CHESTER HANSEN, MATTHEW TAVARES
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Paul Chinnery
This is one of hip hops most slept on album. Dopeness!
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Apollo Kids as well
Jake Wasserman™
The beat is so dope and so is the whole album
MF fiendish
So underrated one of the best rap albums to exist
Paul Shi
hands down my favorite song in this album
Faizah Cyanide
This is incredible
Mike Coxlong
Straight unfiltered knowledge
Beverly X
Now This Is Ghost 👻 Face 👑🥂🍾
Stefan Brown
Hell yeh, roll this shit up,
Juan Chava
So dope!