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
Superstar
Ghostface Killah Lyrics
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He's a superstar, yeah
(Told y'all!)
He's a superstar, yeah
Superstar, blowin' smoke at the hookah bar
The bullet wound on my neck is a Ruger scar
Pop bottles yo, but not just 'pagne
I down Ketel One, bottles of that Grey Goose
That white Hennessy, then I smash the booth
A real superstar, check out the booty y'all
Red and white green hair, that's Gucci pah
Look how the jacket matches loafers it's lookin' crazy
Dutches pumped up, plus I live in Macy's
This is Theodore, they call me Starkalicious
Cause my tongue game, is a likkle vicious
I got stupid money, so I'ma keep payin'
I keep the paparazzi, and the fans sayin'
He's a superstar, yeah
He's a super, super, super superstar (he is a superstar)
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh, he is yeah)
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh yes he is a)
He's a superstar yeah
Mink coats, rock diamond wristlets
Bankroll so thick I don't need a wish list
Chain swing down to my torn meniscus
Red carpet affair, superstar status
Wish Mike was here to tell you I'm the baddest
Stalked by T.M.Z., wanted by Oprah
Followed everywhere from the Garden to the Copa
Take some more vanilla bean to the mocha
Toca, Tone be quick fast to poke ya
The Ace of Spade of the deck, use your choker
Glossy, always the center of attraction
And I bring Redman if it's "Time Four Sum Aksion"
Grimy, consumed on the forest top ten of tree
Beast of the food chain that's how it's meant to be
He's a superstar, yeah
He's a super, super, super superstar (he is a superstar)
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh, he is yeah)
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh yes he is a)
He's a superstar yeah
Award show skyscraper presence in your memories
Spotlight forever reflect on my accessories
Exotic with it 'til your vomit be the recipe
Movin' forward ain't nothin' at all ahead of me
Legendary remedy 'til it's medical, get it?
Magnetic and be the most incredible with it
More than legend but riddich, mosh pit lyrically
God sent to the point see the cynical image
Be on the star source, travellin' to Venus
Now you look at me as weird while I morph into a genius
Sometimes it's startlin' the way that people see us
But the dick ride be heavy and be weighin' on my penis!
Funny how the love be fake but I ain't stressin'
Thankful for the love that's genuine appreciate the blessing
Rockstar livin while I'm handlin my biz
Shinin' brighter than the sun y'all niggas
Know just what it is!
He's a superstar, yeah
He's a super, super, super superstar (he is a superstar)
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh, he is yeah)
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh yes he is a)
He's a superstar yeah
The lyrics of Ghostface Killah's song Superstar largely revolve around his celebrity status and luxurious lifestyle. He makes no bones about living lavishly, boasting about how he can afford to drink bottles of Ketel One, Grey Goose, and white Hennessy, and is not too impressed with those who drink Cristal champagne. He revels in the attention he gets from paparazzi and fans alike and seems to enjoy the fact that he is always the center of attention, even on the red carpet. He also acknowledges that there are people who fake love for him, but he doesn't let that bother him because he is grateful for those who genuinely appreciate him. He touches on society's double standards when it comes to celebrity behavior, saying that people often judge them harshly for doing the same things everyone else does, but at a higher level.
The imagery used in the song is quite vivid. He describes his bullet wound as a "Ruger scar" and talks about his Gucci-haired companion. He also alludes to the late Michael Jackson, wishing he was alive to acknowledge that Ghostface is "the baddest." He uses metaphors like "Ace of Spade of the deck, use your choker," and "beast of the food chain" to illustrate his dominance over his peers. Throughout the song, he continually declares, "he's a superstar," perhaps to remind himself of his status and to perpetuate the notion to those who are not yet convinced.
Line by Line Meaning
Superstar, blowin' smoke at the hookah bar
Starting off as a superstar at a hookah bar, smoking and chilling
The bullet wound on my neck is a Ruger scar
He has a bullet wound on his neck, a scar left by a Ruger gun
Pop bottles yo, but not just 'pagne
Drinking expensive liquor, not just champagne
You drink Cristal? Well that's a damn shame
Drinking Cristal is not good enough, he drinks even more expensive liquor
I down Ketel One, bottles of that Grey Goose
Drinking Ketel One and Grey Goose, showing off how much money he has
That white Hennessy, then I smash the booth
Drinking white Hennessy, then going to record in the studio
A real superstar, check out the booty y'all
As a real superstar, he flaunts and checks out ladies' rear ends
Red and white green hair, that's Gucci pah
Wearing a Gucci outfit, with hair dyed red, white, and green
Look how the jacket matches loafers it's lookin' crazy
Showing off how his jacket and shoes are a perfect match
Dutches pumped up, plus I live in Macy's
Smoking Dutch cigars, while also boasting about living in a posh area like Macy's
This is Theodore, they call me Starkalicious
His name is Theodore, but he goes by the nickname "Starkalicious"
Cause my tongue game, is a likkle vicious
He is a skilled rapper, with a sharp tongue when it comes to rhyming
I got stupid money, so I'ma keep payin'
Having lots of money, he doesn't mind spending it
I keep the paparazzi, and the fans sayin'
Being constantly followed by the paparazzi, he is always in the limelight, popular among his fans
Mink coats, rock diamond wristlets
Wearing mink coats and diamond-studded bracelets
Bankroll so thick I don't need a wish list
Having so much money in his bank account, he doesn't need a list of things to wish for
Chain swing down to my torn meniscus
Wearing a chain so heavy that it swings down to his torn knee meniscus
Red carpet affair, superstar status
Being invited to red carpet events, he is a bona fide superstar
Wish Mike was here to tell you I'm the baddest
He wishes Michael Jackson was still alive to testify that he is the best
Stalked by T.M.Z., wanted by Oprah
Being followed by paparazzi and receiving attention even from renowned personalities like Oprah
Followed everywhere from the Garden to the Copa
Being followed wherever he goes, from Madison Square Garden to other places like the Copa Cabana
Take some more vanilla bean to the mocha
Drinking coffee with extra vanilla beans added to it
Toca, Tone be quick fast to poke ya
His friends Toca and Tone are quick to assist in fighting anyone who tries to hurt him
The Ace of Spade of the deck, use your choker
Being the best among his peers like the Ace of Spades, he tells them to accept it and bow down before him
Glossy, always the center of attraction
Being shiny and attractive, he always takes center stage
And I bring Redman if it's "Time Four Sum Aksion"
He collaborates with rapper Redman for his song "Time Four Sum Aksion"
Grimy, consumed on the forest top ten of tree
He is grimy and can be found atop the tallest tree in a forest
Beast of the food chain that's how it's meant to be
Being the strongest in the food chain is his natural role
Award show skyscraper presence in your memories
Having a towering presence at award shows, he is unforgettable
Spotlight forever reflect on my accessories
Being in the spotlight forever, his accessories are always visible and noteworthy
Exotic with it 'til your vomit be the recipe
Being exotic in his style, it might be overwhelming and make you feel sick
Movin' forward ain't nothin' at all ahead of me
He is always moving forward in life and nothing in front of him seems insurmountable
Legendary remedy 'til it's medical, get it?
His lyrical skill is so good that it can be considered a cure for anything, even when it's not a medical condition
Magnetic and be the most incredible with it
Being magnetic and incredibly talented, he is unlike anyone else
More than legend but riddich, mosh pit lyrically
Being more than a legend, he is ridiculous and can create a mosh pit with his lyrics
God sent to the point see the cynical image
He is so good that many people don't believe he is real, thinking he must be sent by God
Be on the star source, travellin' to Venus
As a star, he travels to different planets like Venus
Now you look at me as weird while I morph into a genius
People might find him weird, but as he transforms into a genius, their opinion of him will change
Sometimes it's startlin' the way that people see us
Sometimes people see him in a startling way
But the dick ride be heavy and be weighin' on my penis!
People are trying too hard to follow and be like him, which can be overwhelming
Funny how the love be fake but I ain't stressin'
Although some people's love for him might be fake, he is not bothered by it
Thankful for the love that's genuine appreciate the blessing
He appreciates people who genuinely love and support him
Rockstar livin while I'm handlin my biz
Living like a rockstar while also taking care of his business
Shinin' brighter than the sun y'all niggas Know just what it is!
He shines brighter than the sun and everyone knows who he is and what he can do
He's a superstar, yeah
Repeating the chorus, boasting that he is indeed a superstar
He's a super, super, super superstar (he is a superstar)
Repeating the chorus three times, emphasizing that he is a real superstar
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh, he is yeah)
Repeating the chorus twice, with excitement that he is a superstar
He's a super, super, super superstar (oh yes he is a)
Repeating the chorus, almost confirming that he is a superstar
He's a superstar yeah
Ending the song by repeating that he is a superstar
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: ROY AYERS, MYRNALEAH WILLIAMS, TREVOR SMITH, DENNIS COLES, TIM S SCHOEGJE
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