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
The Odd Couple
Ghostface Killah Lyrics
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Yo yo word up!
Look who's back in the joint
It's The Odd Couple in the spot
Ghostface and see-Don, for real!
[Chorus 1: Cappadonna]
It's like that y'all
W.T.C. kid, we back y'all!
[Cappadonna (Ghostface Killah)]
Yea, for real, for real
(Eh yo, chop this niggas man
It's time for me to splash 'em)
STEP OFF!
[Ghostface Killah]
Eh yo we million dollars Sinatra's, jewellery truck
Vest did it up, chop shop it
Walked out in Babe Ruth, ex-song, hammer-throw heads
Brought by Je-sus with the grey goose
Famous for The Book of Greed, long nose
King Bentley, 9th Prince will decease, made of Ginseng
Seen it? It's real, liver than chase Manhatten
Word on Staten I was clappin with the Captain
My style is gangsta, bulletproof Guess shorts
I'll fuck you up and come through in a horse
We like Shaft outta Africa, graham cracker wild
Beneath this side, four or five gold teeth
On my neck be the Brolic shit, hurricane CREAM
Guerilla shit, flashin the ill data things
Excalate, sure raids, chez with the straps on
John jumper, Eleanor Poker with the Mac
Me and C. Goines, bible material
Words collide, we might pop up in your cereal
Rock you twice, rock your wife
Best known for drives on bikes
Tell your man to stop sendin me kites
We Tigers Woods in the 'hood
The Odd Couple up to no good
Y'all handsome and plus whisper made son
[Chorus 2: Ghostface Killah]
It's like that y'all
Niggas'll crack y'all, attack y'all
W.T.C. kid, we back y'all!
It's like yo the belt is our's, bitch-ass mothafuckas!
It's like that y'all
Niggas'll crack y'all, attack y'all
W.T.C. son, we back y'all!
[Interlude: Cappadonna]
It's The Odd Couple!
Ghostface and see-Don, for real!
[Cappadonna]
I melt 4-30, hands clustered
I walk around dusted, Big Don with the gold plate
Pop the cork, buttersoft lights, pop guns at the pork
New York, catch you on the elevator
Catch you for your watch and your Alligators
Blast first, funny style niggas, manipulators, FUCK OFF!
It's The Odd Couple, see you in the Range, bullets start the exchange
Supreme Clients, y'all niggas can't see us
Spit track like an 8-ball, ready to brawl
All for one, all for Pillage, run y'all across stage
Come in your state, bust down your gate
Throw spit like a tre'-8, Ghostface
Live on the crack tour with Bigga see-Don
Crack your jaw when it's on
Crack you in the face with a bottle of Dom Perignon
Fuck Antoine, fuck my Bentley homes
My wife start fillin pits with hoes
Front pole, snatch 'phones out your earlobe
[Chorus 2]
[Chorus 3: Ghostface Killah - to fade, overlapping outro]
It's like that y'all
Niggas'll crack y'all, attack y'all
W.T.C. kid, we back y'all!
It's like that y'all
Niggas'll crack y'all, attack y'all
W.T.C. son, we back y'all!
[Outro: Ghostface Killah (Cappadonna)]
Y'all mothafuckas don't know how to act when y'all hold somethin, huh?
It's time to give that shit up now nigga, for real
The Blair Witch is back yo
(Straight up! The Don of all Dons, word up, for real nigga!)
Y'all little bitch niggas
When y'all see me none of y'all niggas better say peace
For real!
Y'all niggas don't be holdin this shit
Y'all frontin
We let it slide for a couple of years and shit
Yeah, for real, it's like..
Y'all mothafuckas know boy
The Odd Couple is a song by Ghostface Killah and Cappadonna, released on the album Ironman in 1996. The song begins with an exciting intro from Cappadonna, heralding the arrival of The Odd Couple. The lyrics in the song are full of witty one-liners, symbolism, and powerful imagery. Ghostface's lyrics describe his wealth and success, as well as his gangsta style. His verses are full of references to luxury items, famous athletes, and celebrities, as he brags about his accomplishments. Cappadonna's verses are more focused on violence and cracking skulls, with references to guns and explosions. Together, they create a potent combo, and they both showcase their unique styles.
The chorus of the song features the phrase "It's like that y'all," which is repeated three times throughout the song. This catchphrase serves to punctuate the verses and emphasize their meaning. The song is full of references to the Wu-Tang Clan, the group that both rappers are members of. The mention of W.T.C. in the chorus pays homage to the group's legacy and reminds listeners of their affiliation with the group.
Overall, the song is a high-energy, hard-hitting rap track that showcases the talents of both Ghostface Killah and Cappadonna. The lyrics are raw and unapologetic, and the beats are forceful and punchy. The Odd Couple is a testament to the Wu-Tang Clan's impact on the rap scene of the 1990s.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo yo word up!
Hello and welcome!
Look who's back in the joint
We've returned to this place
It's The Odd Couple in the spot
Ghostface Killah and Cappadonna are here
It's like that y'all
This is how it is, everyone
Niggas'll crack y'all, attack y'all
People will come after you
W.T.C. kid, we back y'all!
Wu-Tang Clan is back in action
Yea, for real, for real
Yes, this is true
STEP OFF!
Get out of here
Eh yo we million dollars Sinatra's, jewellery truck
We are rich and flaunting it
Vest did it up, chop shop it
We customized our clothing and cars
Walked out in Babe Ruth, ex-song, hammer-throw heads
We are wearing a Babe Ruth jersey and throwing insults like hammer throws
Brought by Je-sus with the grey goose
We're accompanied by Jesus and a bottle of Grey Goose vodka
Famous for The Book of Greed, long nose
We are known for our greed and long noses
King Bentley, 9th Prince will decease, made of Ginseng
Our cars are like kings and even the tires are made with the herb ginseng
Seen it? It's real, liver than chase Manhatten
Do you believe it? It's true and more real than a chase in Manhattan
Word on Staten I was clappin with the Captain
There are rumors on Staten Island that I was involved in crime with someone named the Captain
My style is gangsta, bulletproof Guess shorts
I have a gangster style, even down to my bulletproof Guess shorts
I'll fuck you up and come through in a horse
I'm capable of defeating you and then casually riding away on a horse
We like Shaft outta Africa, graham cracker wild
We are like the character Shaft, but more exotic and wild like a graham cracker
Beneath this side, four or five gold teeth
We have four or five gold teeth on this side of our mouth
On my neck be the Brolic shit, hurricane CREAM
I am wearing strong and expensive jewelry made with CREAM diamonds
Guerilla shit, flashin the ill data things
We're doing something raw and intense while showing off flashy things
Excalate, sure raids, chez with the straps on
We are escalating the situation and ready for any necessary raids with weapons
John jumper, Eleanor Poker with the Mac
We are playing basketball and poker with a Mac computer
Me and C. Goines, bible material
Me and C. Goines are legendary, like something found in the Bible
Words collide, we might pop up in your cereal
Our words are powerful and unpredictable, we might surprise you even in your cereal bowl
Rock you twice, rock your wife
We will defeat you twice and even defeat your wife
Best known for drives on bikes
We are known for our impressive bike rides
Tell your man to stop sendin me kites
Stop sending me letters or messages from your man
We Tigers Woods in the 'hood
We are like Tiger Woods in the neighborhood
The Odd Couple up to no good
The Odd Couple is mischievous
Y'all handsome and plus whisper made son
You all look good and we hear you talking softly behind our backs
It's like yo the belt is our's, bitch-ass mothafuckas!
We own this place, you weak individuals!
It's like that y'all
This is how it is, people
It's like that y'all
This is how it is, people
Niggas'll crack y'all, attack y'all
People will come after you
W.T.C. son, we back y'all!
Wu-Tang Clan is back in action
It's The Odd Couple!
We're the Odd Couple
I melt 4-30, hands clustered
I'm melting and my hands are shaking
I walk around dusted, Big Don with the gold plate
I walk around high and wearing a gold plate
Pop the cork, buttersoft lights, pop guns at the pork
We're opening a bottle of champagne, turning on soft lights, and firing guns
New York, catch you on the elevator
We might catch you in the elevator in New York City
Catch you for your watch and your Alligators
We might steal your watch and expensive Alligator shoes
Blast first, funny style niggas, manipulators, FUCK OFF!
We shoot first, and we don't tolerate funny or manipulative people
It's The Odd Couple, see you in the Range, bullets start the exchange
We're the Odd Couple and we'll see you from our luxury car, and bullets will start firing
Supreme Clients, y'all niggas can't see us
We're elite customers and you can't compare to us
Spit track like an 8-ball, ready to brawl
We're spitting raps like an 8-ball and ready to fight
All for one, all for Pillage, run y'all across stage
We stick together and cause destruction, running all over a stage
Come in your state, bust down your gate
We'll come to your state and break down your gate
Throw spit like a tre'-8, Ghostface
We're spitting rap rhymes like they're bullets from a tre'-8 gun, specifically Ghostface
Live on the crack tour with Bigga see-Don
We're on a crack cocaine tour with Bigga see-Don
Crack your jaw when it's on
We'll break your jaw when the opportunity arises
Crack you in the face with a bottle of Dom Perignon
We'll hit you in the face with a bottle of Dom Perignon champagne
Fuck Antoine, fuck my Bentley homes
We don't care about Antoine or our own Bentley cars
My wife start fillin pits with hoes
My wife is filling holes with prostitutes
Front pole, snatch 'phones out your earlobe
We'll show off and steal your phone from your earlobe
Y'all mothafuckas don't know how to act when y'all hold somethin, huh?
You don't know how to behave when you have something in your possession
It's time to give that shit up now nigga, for real
It's time to give up whatever you're holding, now
The Blair Witch is back yo
We're back like the Blair Witch movie franchise
Straight up! The Don of all Dons, word up, for real nigga!
We're the ultimate bosses, seriously
Y'all little bitch niggas
You weak individuals
When y'all see me none of y'all niggas better say peace
When you see me, don't even try to be friendly
For real!
I'm serious!
Y'all niggas don't be holdin this shit
You don't have what we have
Y'all frontin
You're acting tough, but really you're weak
We let it slide for a couple of years and shit
We let it go for a while, but now we're back
Yeah, for real, it's like..
Seriously, it's like..
Y'all mothafuckas know boy
You know what it is, man
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@AYATOLLAHBEATS
I remember producing this one for Ghost and Cap in the studio. A heatrock!
@jermainecovington8469
One of favorite tracks by you lord!!
@TheOregonducksbaby1
Ayatollah Beats this you? Whoaaa bravo god
@AYATOLLAHBEATS
@Dak Rose Its me
@amun09
Ayatollah Beats peace7!
@buhahaja222
whereβd you get the sample from?
@darkgardenrecords9264
Love Ghost and Capp together; wish we got more of this duo
@georgekalts3848
discovering wu bangers in 2017...priceless!
@williampaiva7296
Wow I forget how hard this track goesπ₯π₯π£π£π₯
@brianjohnson2729
My best friend that passed away used to get happy as fuk when they said " walk around dusted " --- r.i.p Wes