Tha Game
Ghostface Killah Lyrics


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[raekwon]
Wall to wall.. that's my word
I want approximately.. everything you got
The verdict.. that's right

Yo...
Call me the black champion guess down, wanna test now
So let's grab the mack and vest, bless him if he stressed out
Amazin glazin purple haze patients
Blazin asians in mercedes benz stations
Yo moving through the tavern, guns that burn, sons that learn
Stabbin an intern, corporate book of words
Iceatollah motorolas, gun reloaders, broads with rollers
When wet lense stolers, lex glowers who owe us
Call up comissionary gordon, son go warn the warden
That the lord is back, rollin with his sword again
Mix tape, masturbation mate rate plates ice traits
Guns wit bitches jumpin outta white cakes
It's on for real, indeed, lex leonardo
Shells that's hollow, six whipper through the 52 globe of horror
Carry the stainless steel armor
Nurture the church avenue drama, yo, african gold from ghana
Puffin these marijuanas make allah catch alzheimers
Feedin bread to birds yellin fuck old timers

Chorus: raekwon

It's called game, game get ya life kilt, game recognize
Write wills, game slight chills things stay the same
Game, subliminary mill's smash grills night chills
Regardless what pah things won't be the same
Game'll get ya life kilt game rcognize
Write wills, game slighht chills things stay the same
Game, subliminary mill's smash grills night chills
Mic skills baby pah won't be the same
Game

(check this out, one two, yeah yeah this is me p no doubt)

[prodigy]
Segregate those fake punks
Separate the bullshit from the authentic
Vintage rhyme division got the globe listening
My rap scroll belittled your goals and visions
Prohibition got my whole block pissin christians
One-fifty-one dunn'll have you off balance walkin
Don't let your e-motions get involved talkin
To the wrong culprit, the killer be the soft spoken
So what's ya intentions, you want to glow for the moment?
Throw on ya two pennys then you boltin
I rock for the few chosen, who got they third minds open
Write a page that'll engage war and encite fights
Be on the look for the bright lights and north winds
The trumpets be the mics ya size malevolent
You don't be long in my evesight, pee's a powerful soldier
Of the light and things won't be the same
The game's over

Chorus

[ghostface]
Mc ultra high-brolic bank roll alcahol vulture
Garlic balls dice the shield of ocre
Tally ho pitty-pat backgammon pro
Pink salmon five spring rolls know me, you love my intro
Half a face wig sewed together like manhattan chase
Lookin like statue of praise, check behind the drapes
Castor troy layin for travolta mic gun pump
Layin on the floor clark's bleedin watermelon chunks
Hold up... sprinkle the hash, tony chapstick
Snatch rza last piece of fish right off the glass dish
Butter roll beats bagel tracks wavey hair decks
Lay it down straw hat style, butterball crown
Time life investments, when broke I wrote the old testament
Crashed domes now perform excellence
Words with the president, brunch with yeltsin
Gorbachev under meth's nuts, he out in belgium
Six and a half monkeys, twelve nazis
Four disappear, three eight two one flash to thin air
God's replica no wheel drive motionless mind cresica
Tilt the hat like esther

Chorus

[pete rock]
Aiyyo, I rumble into action, son I'm right on target
Legendary status with the way the track started
It's on, at any second with the high stakes
Drama, the game's teeth sharp like pirahana
There's a million style biters who try to create
Make no mistake real niggaz challenge the fake
Most valuable sp-1200 gold medals
Rae progidy ghost rhyme professional
The original, pete rock is like soul on ice
Dynamite with the mic device




Now roll the dic, for the game of death
Snake eyes baby pah, the boy wonder's a threat

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to the song "Tha Game" by Ghostface Killah is a collective performance by Raekwon, Prodigy, Ghostface Killah, and Pete Rock. In the opening verse, Raekwon raps about his intention to get everything he can get while moving through the game. He calls himself the "black champion" and tells his enemies to grab their mack and vest, saying that he is ready for a fight. Meanwhile, Prodigy highlights the division between the genuine and fake in the world, saying that he rhymes to engage war and provoke fights. Ghostface Killah's verse is full of eccentric references to different individuals, food items, and events. Lastly, Pete Rock comes in with the final statement and uses the metaphor of the dice to describe the game's unpredictable nature.


The chorus of the song repeatedly emphasizes the game's power, and that it can take away lives, subvert people's expectations, and evoke emotions that can never be the same. The verses touch upon different themes that are part and parcel of the game, including power, violence, deception, and ambition.


Overall, the song's meaning seems to revolve around the importance of recognizing the game's nuances while knowing how to navigate it if one wants to succeed. The artists demonstrate the role of intellect, strength, and resilience that bring both the rewards of the game and the risks it poses.


Line by Line Meaning

Wall to wall.. that's my word
I want everything, every inch of what you have


I want approximately.. everything you got
I desire to possess all of your possessions


The verdict.. that's right
The decision has been made and it is correct


Call me the black champion guess down, wanna test now
Referring to oneself as the undefeated champion, challenging anyone who doubts their abilities


So let's grab the mack and vest, bless him if he stressed out
Preparing to arm oneself with a firearm and protective gear, hoping for divine protection for the stressed individual


Amazin glazin purple haze patients
Impressive, mesmerizing, intoxicating individuals who consume drugs


Blazin asians in mercedes benz stations
Asians smoking marijuana in luxury vehicles


Yo moving through the tavern, guns that burn, sons that learn
Navigating through dangerous situations, armed with guns, raising children who acquire knowledge


Stabbin an intern, corporate book of words
Committing acts of violence against an intern, using the jargon of the corporate world


Iceatollah motorolas, gun reloaders, broads with rollers
Having valuable merchandise and weapons, having women with styled hair


When wet lense stolers, lex glowers who owe us
When photographers who steal images, luxurious cars that attract attention, people who owe us money


Call up comissionary gordon, son go warn the warden
Contact Commissioner Gordon, my accomplice, inform the prison warden to be cautious


That the lord is back, rollin with his sword again
Referring to oneself as a powerful figure, armed and ready for action


Mix tape, masturbation mate rate plates ice traits
Creating music compilations, engaging in self-pleasure, examining and analyzing qualities as if they were ice


Guns wit bitches jumpin outta white cakes
Firearms with attractive women appearing unexpectedly


It's on for real, indeed, lex leonardo
A serious situation, without a doubt, referring to a luxurious car


Shells that's hollow, six whipper through the 52 globe of horror
Empty bullets, a weapon firing rapidly in a dangerous area


Carry the stainless steel armor
Having a protective layer made of strong metal


Nurture the church avenue drama, yo, african gold from ghana
Fostering conflicts on Church Avenue, acquiring valuable resources from Ghana


Puffin these marijuanas make allah catch alzheimers
Smoking marijuana causes a deity to develop Alzheimer's disease


Feedin bread to birds yellin fuck old timers
Feeding bread to birds while expressing disrespect towards elder individuals


It's called game, game get ya life kilt, game recognize
Referring to the concept of life, how it can destroy you if you're not careful, acknowledging the power and relevance of the game


Write wills, game slight chills things stay the same
Preparing legal documents, feeling a slight uneasiness, recognizing that some things remain unchanged


Game, subliminary mill's smash grills night chills
The game and its hidden messages destroy grills (teeth accessories), causing uneasiness at night


Regardless what pah things won't be the same
No matter what happens, things will not remain as they are


Segregate those fake punks
Separate those phony individuals


Separate the bullshit from the authentic
Distinguish between lies and the genuine


Vintage rhyme division got the globe listening
Old, timeless verses have captivated people worldwide


My rap scroll belittled your goals and visions
My lyrical art surpasses and demeans your aspirations and dreams


Prohibition got my whole block pissin christians
Restrictions on alcohol consumption make the entire neighborhood angry at religious individuals


One-fifty-one dunn'll have you off balance walkin
A strong alcoholic drink will leave you unsteady as you walk


Don't let your e-motions get involved talkin
Don't let your emotions manipulate your words


To the wrong culprit, the killer be the soft spoken
Beware of judging the wrong person, as the real murderer may appear unassuming


So what's ya intentions, you want to glow for the moment?
What are your true intentions? Do you desire temporary recognition?


Throw on ya two pennys then you boltin
Wear your inexpensive jewelry and then quickly leave


I rock for the few chosen, who got they third minds open
I perform for the select few who have expanded their thinking beyond the ordinary


Write a page that'll engage war and encite fights
Compose a piece of writing that will capture the essence of conflict and ignite arguments


Be on the look for the bright lights and north winds
Be aware of opportunities and sudden changes in life


The trumpets be the mics ya size malevolent
Microphones amplify your wickedness and negativity


You don't be long in my evesight, pee's a powerful soldier
You won't last long in my presence, as I possess formidable strength


Of the light and things won't be the same
Radiating positive energy, causing a shift in the current circumstances


Mc ultra high-brolic bank roll alcahol vulture
A rapper with extreme strength, a large amount of money, and a thirst for alcohol


Garlic balls dice the shield of ocre
Confident and fearless, destroying any obstacles in the way


Tally ho pitty-pat backgammon pro
An expert backgammon player, exclaiming excitement


Pink salmon five spring rolls know me, you love my intro
Attractive women know me as a popular figure, appreciating my initial presentation


Half a face wig sewed together like manhattan chase
A partial disguise expertly crafted, resembling a scene from the movie 'Manhattan Chase'


Lookin like statue of praise, check behind the drapes
Appearing majestic and praiseworthy, but caution should be exercised


Castor troy layin for travolta mic gun pump
Planning an ambush for a fellow rapper, holding a microphone like a firearm


Layin on the floor clark's bleedin watermelon chunks
Causing someone to bleed profusely, resulting in a mess resembling watermelon pieces


Hold up... sprinkle the hash, tony chapstick
Wait a moment... sprinkle the marijuana, using a code name for lip balm


Snatch rza last piece of fish right off the glass dish
Stealing Rza's final portion of a meal, directly from the plate


Butter roll beats bagel tracks wavey hair decks
Producing smooth and captivating music, especially on tracks with intricate hip-hop hairstyles


Lay it down straw hat style, butterball crown
Performing with a relaxed and confident attitude, appearing regal


Time life investments, when broke I wrote the old testament
Making wise financial decisions, creating influential works during times of struggle


Crashed domes now perform excellence
Overcoming obstacles and now achieving greatness


Words with the president, brunch with yeltsin
Engaging in conversation with influential leaders, enjoying a late morning meal with Yeltsin


Gorbachev under meth's nuts, he out in belgium
Gorbachev, involved in illicit activities, is currently in Belgium


Six and a half monkeys, twelve nazis
Having a group of unpredictable individuals, countering a group of extremists


Four disappear, three eight two one flash to thin air
Four individuals vanish, leaving only a trace of evidence


God's replica no wheel drive motionless mind cresica
A person who resembles God, lacking the motivation to move forward mentally


Tilt the hat like esther
Adjusting the hat, taking inspiration from the style of Esther




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Y, COREY WOODS

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@raycolion9627

"I wrote the Old Testaments crash domes now I perform excellence!!" Ghostface be on some god mode spittin

@khayalethumakosi6678

Bar is fire!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@dropagemonem

P got himdelf grittiest voice in whole rap universe

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Very very Well said Dropagemonem

@reginabrown912

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@km3618

One time for Prodigy....we miss you RIP

@biglee8832

Raekwon went crazy on this!!!

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one of the hardest beats of all time...period

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@georgemaitland

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