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 Prayer )
Ghostface Killah Lyrics
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Sometimes I wonder, do He love me?
(For all my soldiers)
Life is so hard, for me
This ain't the way
It's supposed to be
I pray every night
Asking for forgiveness
Life is so pain-anful
Yet I'm so thank-ankful
(Okay)
Life won't be easy
And I know that
My past is over
Wish I could go back
Maybe I'll cha-ange it
(What!?!)
Rearran-ange it
(Uhh)
Sometimes in life we all feel like we fallin'
Those who suffer in life will be rewarded
Lord I hear hear you
But it's so hard being strong
I keep reminiscing of my loved ones that are gone
He's says son you should know you're born to die
I said I do it's just hard saying bye
(Whohoo)
That's why
I feel like
You don't hear me
Sometimes I wonder,
Do you love me?
Life is so hard for me
This ain't the way its supposed to be
(Moment of silence)
In "The Prayer," Ghostface Killah expresses his feelings of doubt and uncertainty towards God. He questions whether God hears him and if He truly loves him considering his struggles in life. He admits that life is painful, but he is still thankful for it. He acknowledges that his past is over but wishes he could change it. He believes that those who suffer in life will be rewarded, but it is difficult to remain strong when he continues to reminisce about loved ones that have passed away. The song ends with a somber moment of silence.
Overall, the lyrics demonstrate Ghostface Killah's vulnerability and his struggle to find hope amidst his hardships. He acknowledges that life is hard, but still finds small things to be thankful for. Through his doubts and uncertainty towards God, he reflects on his past mistakes and regrets but accepts that it is all part of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel like He don't hear me
There are times when I feel that God isn't listening to me.
Sometimes I wonder, do He love me?
During my toughest moments, I sometimes question if God truly loves me.
(For all my soldiers)
This prayer is dedicated to all those facing difficult challenges in life.
Life is so hard, for me
My journey through life has been filled with struggles and challenges.
This ain't the way
I believe that life shouldn't be so difficult and painful.
It's supposed to be
I should be experiencing more joy and less sorrow in life.
I pray every night
Every night I pray to God seeking forgiveness and guidance.
Asking for forgiveness
I admit my flaws and seek absolution for my shortcomings.
Sometimes I ask myself, is it worth it?
There are moments when I wonder if all this pain and suffering is worth it.
Life is so pain-anful
My life has been filled with hardships and emotional wounds.
Yet I'm so thank-ankful
Despite the struggles, I remain grateful for the good things in my life.
(Okay)
I acknowledge that my journey through life won't be easy.
Life won't be easy
I accept that I will face many difficulties and obstacles throughout my life.
And I know that
I am aware that this is the reality of life.
My past is over
I cannot change what has already happened.
Wish I could go back
I sometimes wish I could go back and make different choices.
Maybe I'll cha-ange it
I still hold out hope that I can make things right in the future.
(What!?!)
I express disbelief and frustration at the notion of changing the past.
Rearran-ange it
I still hold out hope that I can make things right in the future.
(Uhh)
I express a sense of doubt and uncertainty about my ability to change the past.
Sometimes in life we all feel like we fallin'
At times, every person experiences moments of despair and hopelessness.
Those who suffer in life will be rewarded
I believe that people who endure hardships will be repaid in the end.
Lord I hear hear you
I acknowledge that I hear God's guidance and wisdom.
But it's so hard being strong
Despite God's wisdom, finding the strength to overcome adversity can be very challenging.
I keep reminiscing of my loved ones that are gone
I often think about those who have passed away and miss their presence in my life.
He's says son you should know you're born to die
God reminds me that death is inevitable and a natural part of life.
I said I do it's just hard saying bye
I understand that death is a part of life, but it is difficult to say goodbye to those we love.
(Whohoo)
I express a sense of pain and sadness at the thought of saying goodbye to loved ones.
That's why
All of these difficult emotions are why...
I feel like
...I often feel like...
You don't hear me
...God isn't listening to my prayers.
Sometimes I wonder,
During my most difficult moments, I often ask myself...
Do you love me?
...if God truly loves me.
Life is so hard for me
I continue to struggle through life's challenges every day.
This ain't the way its supposed to be
I still feel that life should be easier and more joyful.
(Moment of silence)
I observe a moment of silence to contemplate my prayers, thoughts, and feelings.
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