The Man
Masta Killa Lyrics


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I want two beef patties, special sauce, onions, tomatoes
Lettuce, on a sesame seed bun... on a a sesame seed bun, you big dummy!
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (I want two beef patties)
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (with onions special sauce)
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (cheese on the special sauce sesame seed bun!)
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (you big dummy!)
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh
I rock the mic and make the crown said "Ho!"
People if you ready to ride, then let's go
The older the wine, the more vintage
Each sentence, mature like stock dropped on beat
Sold in it's highest peak, the black panther
Call him for the answer, the shadow dancer
No cure for the cancer, carefully approach this near-ville approach
Tension in the street, we stressed and wanna eat
Supply, meet the demand for those who get high
Sly & the Family, carve my name in Stone, peace to Angie
On and On, Chief Jay Strong'
.44 long, state today's math and what's ya name born
The Abbott had his head reflectin' off the chrome
Bank loan for a mil', Oprah, hold me down like Dr. Phil

This is napsack rap, oint joint gas
My gats point at you now you can't point back
Penetratin' skulls, I'm diggin' holes like the mole
My sword will not dull
My daily toil's: to protect the Earth so the seeds won't spoil
Ya Frankenstein type mind like Peter Boil
Hooked on that Power-U, money, weed, power, too
Powerful God-U, fine booze, lines of snooze
Clouds of smoke, we smoke today break
We keep the leaves soaked, in that PC
Y'all best to run when y'all see me
I'm like Godzilla stompin' through Mt. Fiji
On his way to Tokyo
You hollow block head tell lies like Pinochio
Flip the Nokio phone, call my nigga T.S
"How you want the Triple X rock cut? V.S.?"
Or Princess, or simply solid
The Prince word is worth more than the wallet

[Chorus]
Doggy doggy! We'll steal your bone!
Doggy doggy! We'll steal your bone!
Doggy doggy! We'll steal your bone!
Doggy doggy! (I said!) We'll steal your bone!

I said, two beef patties, special sauce
Onions, tomatoes, lettuce on a sesame seed bun
On a sesame seed bun, you big dummy!!
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh




Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh
Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh

Overall Meaning

It is unclear how the lyrics to the fast-food order relate to the rest of Masta Killa's song, "Old Man". However, the rest of the song is a contemplative reflection on aging, maturity, and the challenges of life. The opening line, "I rock the mic and make the crowd say ho!", establishes Masta Killa as a veteran emcee who has earned the respect of his audience. He emphasizes the value of age and experience in the following line, "The older the wine, the more vintage". He compares himself to a black panther or shadow dancer, suggesting that he is a mysterious and powerful figure.


The line "No cure for the cancer, carefully approach this near-ville approach" may refer to the idea that there are no easy solutions to the problems facing society. "Tension in the street" reflects the anxiety and insecurity present in many urban communities. Masta Killa advocates for the importance of meeting basic human needs like food and security, as he raps about "those who get high" and the need to eat.


The song also touches on themes of power, wealth, and fame, with references to billionaire Oprah Winfrey and rap moguls like Jay-Z. However, Masta Killa emphasizes that material wealth is not the measure of a person's worth; the "Prince word" is worth more than a wallet full of money. The chorus, featuring the repeated line "Doggy doggy! We'll steal your bone!" may be a playful nod to the competitive nature of hip-hop, but ultimately underscores the importance of protecting what you have earned through hard work and skill.


Line by Line Meaning

I want two beef patties, special sauce, onions, tomatoes
I desire a burger with two beef patties topped with special sauce and sliced onions and tomatoes.


Lettuce, on a sesame seed bun... on a a sesame seed bun, you big dummy!
The burger needs lettuce and should be served on a sesame seed bun. It's foolish to forget this.


Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (I want two beef patties)
Just emphasizing the desire for two beef patties on the burger.


Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (with onions special sauce)
Emphasizing that the burger should have onions and special sauce on it.


Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (cheese on the special sauce sesame seed bun!)
The burger must have cheese on the sesame seed bun with special sauce.


Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh (you big dummy!)
It's silly to forget the necessary components of the burger, like lettuce and sesame seed bun.


I rock the mic and make the crowd say "Ho!"
I excel in rapping and make the audience enthusiastic in response.


People if you ready to ride, then let's go
If the audience is prepared to engage, then let's begin.


The older the wine, the more vintage
The age of wine, much like the age of a rap artist, can lend value and character.


Each sentence, mature like stock dropped on beat
Every lyric is as cultivated and ripe as a fine investment made with timing and skill to the rhythm.


Sold in it's highest peak, the black panther
I move merchandise at its most profitable point, like the efficient hunting prowess of the animal, Black Panther.


Call him for the answer, the shadow dancer
My solution-finding skills and adaptability are comparable to those of a skilled dancer's in the shadows.


No cure for the cancer, carefully approach this near-ville approach
There's no absolute remedy for the widespread issues in society, but I carefully offer my approach to the situation.


Tension in the street, we stressed and wanna eat
With the strife and unrest present in the community, there's a hunger for improvement and stability.


Supply, meet the demand for those who get high
I meet the requirement of those who use drugs or engage in other activities to pursue happiness.


Sly & the Family, carve my name in Stone, peace to Angie
I give a shoutout to music legends, Sly and the Family Stone, and to my acquaintance, Angie. I leave an imprint on the game that will never fade away.


On and On, Chief Jay Strong', .44 long, state today's math and what's ya name born
I continue to persist and excel like the marathoning skill of Chief Jay Strongbow. I stay vigilant with a gun, .44 long, and ask for a person's date and name of birth to understand their astrology.


The Abbott had his head reflectin' off the chrome
My fellow Wu-Tang member, the Abbott, had a reflective moment while on the receiving end of a chrome object (such as a gun).


Bank loan for a mil', Oprah, hold me down like Dr. Phil
I took out a loan for a million dollars, and Oprah is supporting me in the same way Dr. Phil would.


This is napsack rap, oint joint gas
I rap skillfully and move stealthily as if a backpacker, using lotion for the chapped skin and gas to escape detection.


My gats point at you now you can't point back
I point my guns at you as a threat, making it impossible to retaliate against me.


Penetratin' skulls, I'm diggin' holes like the mole
I am capable of penetrating the minds of others and taking them down with a similar skill to that of the burrowing mole.


My sword will not dull
I remain sharp and effective in my skills, particularly my swordsmanship.


My daily toil's: to protect the Earth so the seeds won't spoil
Every day, my goal is to safeguard the planet and ensure its stability and preservation for future generations.


Ya Frankenstein type mind like Peter Boil
Your mind is like the monster stitched together in Frankenstein, much like Peter Boyle's portrayal in the movie, Young Frankenstein.


Hooked on that Power-U, money, weed, power, too
I am addicted to the power and energy that come with money and drugs.


Powerful God-U, fine booze, lines of snooze
I am divine and powerful like a god, indulging in luxurious alcohol and sleeping aids.


Clouds of smoke, we smoke today break
We smoke heavily and often throughout the day, taking breaks as necessary.


We keep the leaves soaked, in that PC
We keep our marijuana leaves hydrated in a protective covering.


Y'all best to run when y'all see me
It's wise to flee and avoid me if you happen to come across me.


I'm like Godzilla stompin' through Mt. Fiji
I am like the monstrous beast, Godzilla, walking through the celebrated mountain, Fiji.


On his way to Tokyo
Just like the giant creature, I am proceeding to Tokyo, energetically moving forward in my journey.


You hollow block head tell lies like Pinochio
You are dense and empty minded, telling lies much like the wooden character, Pinocchio.


Flip the Nokio phone, call my nigga T.S
I flip open my Nokio phone and contact my friend, T.S.


"How you want the Triple X rock cut? V.S.?"
I inquire my friend T.S. as to what type of cut he wants on the Triple X rock, a form of drug. V.S. may refer to a type of luxury brandy.


Or Princess, or simply solid
In addition to the choices given, T.S. may choose either ‘Princess’ or ‘Simply solid’ for the cut of his drug.


The Prince word is worth more than the wallet
The honesty and integrity of the words spoken by important figures, such as myself or Prince, is worth more than the money they carry.


Doggy doggy! We'll steal your bone!
A repetitive, catchy phrase meant to energize the audience and capture their attention.


Doggy doggy! (I said!) We'll steal your bone!
Reiterating and emphasizing the previous statement, repeated for effect.


Dah-dah-dah-deh-duhhhhhh
A repetitive sound to punctuate the chorus.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: CHRIS BROWN, KATE FENNER

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@Discipleofyeshuahamaschiach

This is the Rza that Preme can't touch. This was when Rza was invincible. This is the Rza that made MF Doom resurrect after Subroc died.

@Wu-Tang_Batman

These Rza beats were the best.
simple but very effective.
Sometimes less is more.

@Discipleofyeshuahamaschiach

Monumental Rza. Rza will never be the same. He earned his title as one of the best if not the best though.

@HereticSkepticMKS

One of my favorite songs ever, any genre.

@gonzalezcdgn69

masta killa has to be one of the most underrated emcee's out there! ya'll need to stop sleepin on him

@robertknighten5137

masta killa is the best

@Discipleofyeshuahamaschiach

Indeed

@adamgordon2572

carlos gonzalez : I’ve been saying that for years 💯

@thisgame2

@@robertknighten5137 far from it. Doesn't mean this isn't dope.

@davidwilliams4898

@@robertknighten5137 Word

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