Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Bedford-Stuyvesant and Brownsville, Killah Priest became infatuated with hip-hop as a child, listening to old-school and new school acts like Eric B. & Rakim alike. He also was influenced by local rappers, like GZA and Onyx's Suave, who would often play local parties. Killah Priest began working on his rhyming and eventually earned a considerable reputation in Brooklyn , but instead of pursuing his musical career further, he took a sabbatical in order to educate himself, primarily about religion and history.
Killah Priest returned to rapping in 1995, appearing on several Wu projects. All of his cameos were noteworthy, but his role on Liquid Swords earned special attention. By the end of 1996, he formed his own side project, the Sunz of Man. In 1997, GZA suggested to Geffen that they sign Killah Priest, and the label took his advice.
Killah worked on the album with True Master and 4th Disciple, two producers associated with the Clan. The resulting album, Heavy Mental, was dense with religious imagery and filled with evocative sounds. It received excellent reviews upon its March 1998 release and was a respectable commercial success, debuting at number 24 on the pop charts.
Killah Priest issued his second album, View from Masada, in the spring of 2000, further bolstering his status as one of the most compelling solo artists in the Wu-Tang stable. After that he has released more projects such as Priesthood and Black August.
Bread Of Life
Killah Priest Lyrics
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The bread of life
'Cause I'm gonna feed all of why'll
I'm gonna feed all of why'll with intelligent lifespans man
I'm gonna give why'll vocabulary veggies
Word up and make why'll understand that
Now is the time to come amongst this nation
And end all devilishment
You don't really want God in your life
You don't really want God in your life
[Chorus: x3]
The bread of life
Drop jewels and take flight
In this royal army I'm gonna stand and fight
Pour my wars out basins
My gates is filled with live grazes
Live and die for the king
Escaping hells faces
Forces with chariots armed
Dark horses
God will make God ????? and face loses
Seven months to bury the dead
The lord said
Make a feast for the birds and bees to eat flesh
Shouldn't turn the man you are
Consume you in your darkness
Bloodbaths sealed with fire the lords wrath
Man fainted
Now they see the glory God painted
Heavens army made a statement on your anti-Christ arrangement
Swinging the sword against God
And every mountain
Unleash a vile plague on all you heathens who be doubting
Lined up
Split you in half and grind up
I lined up split you in half and grind up
Enemies are the most high dined hired up
When your times up
The Lord made his mind up
Everlasting torment for all you snakes who played foremen
I got pains in my stomach
I just need to eat
I can't take it no more it's like life in the street
Got my hands shaking
Stressed out for cess
This rap is like coke
My mother can't rest
Times is hard
GATS in the projects
Niggas got jealous since my LP
Made life better
Now why'll hate me
Putting my life down for G-O-D
I rock this
Only love can top this
Laced in clean spirits
Now I'm spotless
Pulling out nots
Now I make hits
Throw jewels at you
Reap the benefits
Laid back love eat my tuna fish
Like that why'll
My God'll slap why'll
Devils in the place
Angels'll trap why'll
[Chorus: x3]
As the full moon follow my passage
Enter my tomb now strike the matches
Light up the room
Open my caskets
there's my Mummy
Covered in maggots
Say the words bring me back like Lazarus
Came to pass like the old lady who read my tarrots
My GAT spit
Still I shed the tears of a saint
My hearts passion
Painting pictures that's mad graphic
After my words are said
My paper burns up in ashes
All my thugs surround me like Christ at the last supper
Cold winds beat upon the window shutters
We break bread
Eight Feds came in and bust us
They rush us
They took me I screamed to my dog
The Sun Of Man must suffer
They kill me
Another one will rise from the gutter motherfuckers
[Chorus]
We always in the struggle
Making those Wu-Banga's
We hang like hangers
It's the essence of hip-hop
Live in the present
Write rhymes or Hasson'll never test this
Eighties fundamental
God is essential
Rents due plus the greatest lesson is don't owe
Pray with the flow and cruise through the avenue
Blacked down like some of the Jews do
Guns kill so do a missile
All praise due
May the father be with you
A child need milk
These needles are specially built to open your mind
Now is the time oh Lord place your hands upon us
It's the meat by selling bricks
To building cocaine weak
People don't speak where it's rats and 'roaches
Cats and dogs
Cops roll like Bozz Hogg
In the jungle
Where every black man is Tarzan
We are gathered here today
In the name of this rap
We coming in peace
So nobody have to get clapped
[Chorus: x7]
You don't really want God in your life
The bread of life
You don't really want God in your life
The song "Bread Of Life" by Killah Priest talks about embracing God and his teachings. The first part of the lyrics focuses on how the artist aims to feed his listeners' intellectual minds and make them aware of the devil's negative presence, encouraging them to come together as a nation and eradicate his influence. The chorus repeatedly mentions the "bread of life," which is a biblical phrase reflecting God's divine nourishment for humanity. The second verse talks about facing hardships, including poverty, jealousy, and even death, and how having faith in God can provide guidance and hope. The lyrics that follow express the artist's beliefs about his position in the world and his death, after which another person will rise from the ashes.
The song's tone is intense and its lyrics filled with strong religious overtones. It touches upon the struggles faced by human beings, particularly the marginalized, while also emphasizing the power of God to guide and support them. It is ultimately a call for people to embrace their faith and come together to create a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the bread of life man
I have the means to satisfy the spiritual hunger of all people
'Cause I'm gonna feed all of why'll
I will provide for everyone's needs
I'm gonna feed all of why'll with intelligent lifespans man
I will provide knowledge and understanding to improve people's lives
I'm gonna give why'll vocabulary veggies
I will increase people's vocabulary and linguistic skills
Word up and make why'll understand that
I will communicate effectively and help people comprehend important concepts
Now is the time to come amongst this nation
I urge people to unite and work together to overcome their challenges
And end all devilishment
I encourage people to stop engaging in harmful behavior and embrace goodness
You don't really want God in your life
I warn those who reject spiritual guidance that their lives may suffer
Drop jewels and take flight
I advise people to share wisdom and apply it by taking positive action
In this royal army I'm gonna stand and fight
I am part of a virtuous movement that will fight for righteousness
Pour my wars out basins
I am willing to fight with all my strength to accomplish my goals
My gates is filled with live grazes
I am surrounded by positive influences and am full of vitality
Live and die for the king
I am devoted to serving and protecting my leader
Escaping hells faces
I am avoiding the negative consequences of sinful behavior
Forces with chariots armed
I am part of a powerful, organized group that is ready for battle
Dark horses
My group is underestimated and may appear unconventional, but still formidable
God will make God ????? and face loses
God will punish those who oppose Him and they will suffer defeat
Seven months to bury the dead
It will take a long time to overcome the deaths caused by war and destruction
The lord said
God has spoken
Make a feast for the birds and bees to eat flesh
The aftermath of war will be so devastating that even the birds and insects will feast on human remains
Shouldn't turn the man you are
Don't let your negative experiences define who you are
Consume you in your darkness
Negative experiences can overpower you and darken your life
Bloodbaths sealed with fire the lords wrath
God's punishment for wickedness will be severe and intense
Man fainted
People will be overwhelmed and frightened by God's wrath
Now they see the glory God painted
After experiencing God's wrath, people recognize His power and greatness
Heavens army made a statement on your anti-Christ arrangement
God's angels will make a strong statement against those who oppose Him
Swinging the sword against God
Those who fight against God will face the consequences
And every mountain
No obstacle or challenge is too great for God to overcome
Unleash a vile plague on all you heathens who be doubting
God will punish those who doubt or reject Him with a terrible plague
Lined up
We are ready and organized
Split you in half and grind up
We will defeat our enemies and leave no trace of them behind
Enemies are the most high dined hired up
Those who oppose God will face overwhelming force and defeat
When your times up
Everyone's life has a limited time on Earth
The Lord made his mind up
God has made His decision about each person's fate
Everlasting torment for all you snakes who played foremen
Those who deceive and manipulate others for personal gain will suffer eternal punishment
I got pains in my stomach
I am hungry and need nourishment
I just need to eat
I need food to sustain myself
I can't take it no more it's like life in the street
I am struggling and cannot endure these hardships any longer
Got my hands shaking
I am nervous or anxious
Stressed out for cess
I am worried about drugs or illegal activities
This rap is like coke
My music is addictive and intense
My mother can't rest
My loved ones are worried about me and my safety
Times is hard
Life is difficult and challenging
GATS in the projects
There are guns and violence in my neighborhood
Niggas got jealous since my LP
People envy my success and accomplishments
Made life better
My music has improved my quality of life
Now why'll hate me
Some people resent or dislike me because of my success
Putting my life down for G-O-D
I am dedicated to serving God and willing to sacrifice for His cause
I rock this
I am confident and skilled in my craft
Only love can top this
Love is the most powerful force that can overcome all obstacles
Laced in clean spirits
I am free from negative influences and surrounded by positive energy
Now I'm spotless
I am pure and free from negativity or wrongdoing
Pulling out nots
I am succeeding and making money
Now I make hits
I am producing successful and popular music
Throw jewels at you
I am sharing valuable knowledge and wisdom with my audience
Reap the benefits
I am enjoying the rewards of my hard work and success
Laid back love eat my tuna fish
I am enjoying life and relaxing while eating a simple meal
Like that why'll
That's the way it is, my friends
My God'll slap why'll
God will punish those who oppose Him
Devils in the place
Evil is present and active in the world
Angels'll trap why'll
God's angels will defeat and capture those who oppose Him
As the full moon follow my passage
My journey is guided by the natural cycles and rhythms of the world
Enter my tomb now strike the matches
Come with me and explore my creative world
Light up the room
Illuminate the darkness and bring brightness to the world
Open my caskets
Explore my past and my creative inspirations
there's my Mummy
My ancestors and influences are here with me
Covered in maggots
Even the greatest and most important things have decay and flaws
Say the words bring me back like Lazarus
Revive me and my creative spirit like the biblical Lazarus was resurrected
Came to pass like the old lady who read my tarrots
My creative vision and success were predicted and foretold by a fortune teller
My GAT spit
I am skilled and fierce with my weapon (gun)
Still I shed the tears of a saint
Even in the midst of my success, I am still deeply emotional and compassionate
My hearts passion
My creative passion and drive
Painting pictures that's mad graphic
I am creating vivid and intense imagery with my music
After my words are said
After I have expressed myself and my vision
My paper burns up in ashes
My written words are destroyed and forgotten, but my creative legacy remains
All my thugs surround me like Christ at the last supper
My loyal and devoted followers are like my closest friends and supporters
Cold winds beat upon the window shutters
Life is harsh and challenging, like the harsh weather outside
We break bread
We share in a common experience or bond
Eight Feds came in and bust us
The police raided and arrested us
They rush us
They acted quickly and with force
They took me I screamed to my dog
I was taken away and cried out to my loyal companion
The Sun Of Man must suffer
Even the greatest and most righteous among us will suffer hardships and pain
They kill me
I am killed or persecuted for my beliefs or creative vision
Another one will rise from the gutter motherfuckers
Even if I am defeated, someone else will take my place and continue the fight for righteousness
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Paul Lindsey
Neonek 's energy and delivery is amazing, his content parallel with the concept of the track, cant ask for much more . dope 16 from all three Emcees. top 100 track right here.
Jermaine Washington
SHALOM
Jermaine Washington
Knowledge of ancestry 🤔
iLoveOwls
Killah Priest kills this!!
Alizeswigger
I miss hip hop like this
threethou
I got pains in my stomach - I felt that.
Ra7ph W
Classic 🤙
arcadeMcfly
The shootout.... comtinued
KRISPY BEATS
can someone tell me where this melody was sampled from ? asian sounding guitar or what ever it is ?
David Gold
98.5 the beat. Bethlehem