He has also released solo albums under the alter-ego Bobby Digital. In addition to the Wu-Tang Clan and his solo releases, RZA was also a founding member of the rap group Gravediggaz where he used the name The Rzarector.
He has made cameos in several movies including Coffee and Cigarettes, American Gangster, Gospel Hill, Life Is Hot in Cracktown, Ghost Dog, Funny People, Repo Men. About.com named him 3rd on their list of best hip hop producers of all time
Born in Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York, RZA spent time in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as a child, where his father had a convenience store in the Hill District.[1] A young RZA also spent many years living in North Carolina with his uncle. RZA began his hip hop career in the late 1980s and early 1990s as a member of the trio Force of the Imperial Master (which subsequently became known as the All in Together Now Crew after they had a successful underground single of that name). The group consisted of future Wu-Tang members and his cousins GZA (then known as the Genius) and Ol' Dirty Bastard (then known as Ason Unique, the Specialist, and the Professor).
Once this local band dissolved, both he and the GZA attempted to kick start solo careers. With the help of GZA's friend (then owner of Jamaica Records) they both secured single deals with album options at successful labels, GZA going to Cold Chillin and RZA to Tommy Boy. GZA ultimately released the Words from the Genius album, but RZA's stint at Tommy Boy ended with only the 1991 EP Ooh I Love You Rakeem to show for it when he went to jail soon after its release. GZA's album flopped, and the two cousins became determined to conquer the hip hop industry on their own terms. Throughout most of his youth he enjoyed watching various kung-fu movies and purchasing countless albums which he would later sample in most of his music
For Heaven's Sake
RZA Lyrics
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Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
It's the Wu, creepin' in the shadows
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
(Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang)
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Sir I, Excalibur
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
(Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang)
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Yo, hey yo my rap style swing like Willie Mays
My eyes Purple Haze, my solar razor burn through shades
My grenades raid the airwaves, catch this rap page
I glide like, hovercrafts on the Everglades
Boom master, with the faster blade, track slasher
Manufacture poems to microphones, bones fracture
Limited edition composition spark friction
Non-fiction, the calm bomb keep your arm distant
Zero tolerance, dominant intelligence
Wu original, true colors step from the melanin
The most high, most try, to get close by
And overthrow I, but choke, with they hopes up high
I circulate the tri-state and vibrate beyond the Richter
Flies sense to flock when they spot this live nigga
The crowd seducer black your third eye before I lose ya
Verbal high I leave stars in the eyes of Medusa
Top ten, parley like Cochran, it's often
Narrow margin, of your odds to dodge the marksman
Murder rap, kill you soft like Roberta Flack
Words attack like a British bulldog, observe the stacks
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Now all pay tribute to this entity
A spark that surges through the undergrowth
Overwhelmin' the populace from the entry
The Wu-Tang Dynasty, has emerged
From this elite fleet
I was appointed to strike the vital nerve
Mouths tend to utter and speak empty words
Observe the magnetic attraction as we breathe
Seeds of MC's at these fake ass industry niggas
Feed off, the chrome mic tend to squeeze off
And spray, an array of shots
That travel downwind, just respect pyrhiffic pen
As I send, the minds of the weak
To rise and take power I blew tower-ing over the land
As we stand, expanding our cream
A dollar to every grain of sand
Let the mind use the physical as planned
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Yo, yo, this is Beirut
Try to comprehend check out my new suit
Gods blend aim take fire pure destruction
Dissappear from here, my year, drop the stupid LP's everywhere
Fallin' out the sky tall sniper
Raps by Cappadonna hit the countryside
Poetry whirlpool, Rza and True collide
We produce article exception to the rule
We the black men that struck oil, the hard boiled
Cats that made that Watergate thing go spoiled
The heavy-handed, locked down stranged with Cyrus
Wu Pirates, sneak inside the club, low eyes
Low down dirty, twelve thirty, night time crawlers
Off-the-wallers, basketball gun brawlers
Smoked out throw both fists for nine-seven
Slang reverend, put the best work in
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
"Oh baby, for heavens sake"
The song "For Heaven's Sake" by RZA is a track from the Wu-Tang Clan's second album, Wu-Tang Forever. The song starts with the phrase "Wu-Tang" repeated throughout as an introduction to the team's members who are "creeping in the shadows." The chorus "Oh baby, for heaven's sake" is an interpolation from the song "People Make the World Go Round" by The Stylistics. RZA's high-energy and confidently aggressive rap style is on full display in this track, with witty wordplay and clever punchlines, as he boasts of his skills and threatens anyone who tries to challenge him. He cleverly incorporates references to pop culture, sports, and history throughout the song, adding to the overall storytelling feel.
The song showcases the power and dominance of the Wu-Tang Clan, as they have emerged as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. They have come to take over and claim their rightful place as the top in the game. The song is also about the power of words and the art of rapping. RZA's writing style is cerebral, and every line is packed with complex metaphors and symbolism. He is a master manipulator of words, and this song proves it. RZA is like a poet, reciting his verses over a beat that sounds like it was designed to shake the foundations of buildings.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo, one two one two
Greetings, attention please
Wu, Tang, Wu, Tang
This is Wu-Tang's signature chant
It's the Wu, creepin' in the shadows
Wu-Tang is here and we're making moves
Oh baby, for heavens sake
An expression of either frustration or amazement
Sir I, Excalibur
The artist is a weapon like the legendary sword Excalibur
Oh baby, for heavens sake
An expression of either frustration or amazement
Yo, hey yo my rap style swing like Willie Mays
The singer's rap style is smooth and skilled like baseball player Willie Mays
My eyes Purple Haze, my solar razor burn through shades
The artist is high and his skills are sharp
My grenades raid the airwaves, catch this rap page
The artist's words are like grenades exploding on the radio
I glide like, hovercrafts on the Everglades
The artist moves smoothly like a hovercraft on water
Boom master, with the faster blade, track slasher
The singer is a master of explosive lyrics and flow
Manufacture poems to microphones, bones fracture
The artist creates powerful poetry that can break bones when spoken into a microphone
Limited edition composition spark friction
The singer's unique style creates excitement and tension
Non-fiction, the calm bomb keep your arm distant
The singer is real and dangerous, so stay away
Zero tolerance, dominant intelligence
The singer has strict standards and is intelligent
Wu original, true colors step from the melanin
The Wu-Tang Clan is original and proud of their physical appearance
The most high, most try, to get close by
The artist is at the top and many try to get near him
And overthrow I, but choke, with they hopes up high
Those who try to overthrow the singer end up failing miserably
I circulate the tri-state and vibrate beyond the Richter
The singer travels around and creates waves that go beyond measurable limits
Flies sense to flock when they spot this live nigga
People are drawn to the artist's live performance
The crowd seducer black your third eye before I lose ya
The artist hypnotizes the audience and opens their minds
Verbal high I leave stars in the eyes of Medusa
The artist's words are so powerful that they can create a lasting impression
Top ten, parley like Cochran, it's often
The singer is in the top ten and has the ability to negotiate like attorney Johnnie Cochran
Narrow margin, of your odds to dodge the marksman
Your chances of avoiding the artist's rhymes are slim
Murder rap, kill you soft like Roberta Flack
The singer's rhymes are deadly and can take down anyone, even someone as soft and gentle as Roberta Flack
Words attack like a British bulldog, observe the stacks
The singer's words are strong and aggressive, and you should pay attention to them
Now all pay tribute to this entity
Everyone should respect and honor the Wu-Tang Clan
A spark that surges through the undergrowth
The Wu-Tang Clan is a powerful force that ignites and spreads
Overwhelmin' the populace from the entry
The Wu-Tang Clan is taking over from the beginning
The Wu-Tang Dynasty, has emerged
The Wu-Tang Clan is a powerful dynasty that has come forth
From this elite fleet
The Wu-Tang Clan is a group of highly skilled individuals
I was appointed to strike the vital nerve
The artist was chosen to make a crucial impact
Mouths tend to utter and speak empty words
People often say things that have no meaning
Observe the magnetic attraction as we breathe
The Wu-Tang Clan has an attractive energy that draws people to them
Seeds of MC's at these fake ass industry niggas
There are many fake rappers in the music industry
Feed off, the chrome mic tend to squeeze off
The fake rappers try to steal the Wu-Tang's spotlight and end up failing miserably
And spray, an array of shots
The fake rappers try to come at the Wu-Tang with everything they've got
That travel downwind, just respect pyrhiffic pen
Their attempts are futile and they should show respect for the Wu-Tang's superior lyrics
As I send, the minds of the weak
The singer has the ability to influence weak-minded people
To rise and take power I blew tower-ing over the land
The artist has caused a powerful change that has taken over the land like a tower
As we stand, expanding our cream
The Wu-Tang Clan is growing and becoming more successful
A dollar to every grain of sand
Their success is abundant and infinite
Let the mind use the physical as planned
The physical body should be used to its fullest by the mind
Yo, yo, this is Beirut
The artist is declaring their dominance like they are the capital of the country Beirut
Try to comprehend check out my new suit
The artist is dressed to impress and is too much for others to handle
Gods blend aim take fire pure destruction
The Wu-Tang Clan creates a blend of powerful energy that leads to total destruction
Dissappear from here, my year, drop the stupid LPβs everywhere
The singer's greatness is everywhere and uncontainable
Fallin' out the sky tall sniper
The artist is an unexpected arrival, sharp and lethal
Raps by Cappadonna hit the countryside
Cappadonna's rhymes are felt far and wide like the countryside
Poetry whirlpool, Rza and True collide
The poetry and music are blended together and create a powerful force
We produce article exception to the rule
The Wu-Tang produces extraordinary creations that go beyond the normal
We the black men that struck oil, the hard boiled
The Wu-Tang is a group of successful black men who have struck oil and are tough
Cats that made that Watergate thing go spoiled
The Wu-Tang has the ability to make things go their way, even like the Watergate scandal
The heavy-handed, locked down stranged with Cyrus
The singer is forceful and powerful, and even intimidating Cyrus the Great
Wu Pirates, sneak inside the club, low eyes
The Wu-Tang are pirates that infiltrate and dominate clubs with their quiet confidence
Low down dirty, twelve thirty, night time crawlers
The artist is an advocate for the low and dirty lifestyle that comes out at night
Off-the-wallers, basketball gun brawlers
The Wu-Tang members are unpredictable and are involved in a variety of activities
Smoked out throw both fists for nine-seven
The artist is influenced by drugs and still has the strength to fight
Slang reverend, put the best work in
The singer is a preacher of slang and is always putting in their best work
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@dauntesmith3677
Inspector just knows how to start a song right so precise with it always
@miguelpatrick79
This beat is crazy
@gravitymusicproductiongrou260
Rza went digital on this beat
@meekmozart5216
βThe crowd seducer, black ya third eye before I lose ya, verbal high leave styes in the eyes of Medusaβ π€―π³π£οΈπ₯π£οΈππΎ
@kingk4882
Summer '97. I was 13 yrs old and listened to the album every single day.
@harrykazarian5008
12 years old. Everyday
@WuBloodKin09
Much love to the godsβ¦.DECK murdered this joint!
@DaILLSpotTV
Owned it! Me and my boy used to pick an MVP of every track. This is one of the few we agreed on lol
@omniframe8612
Deck was blackin out on this joint.
@anthonyperkins9148
Still poppin in '23 till infinity