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
Oh
RZA Lyrics
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Tomorrow... (please, keep it for you travels)
(Will you not stay for me, for just one more day
If it's not too much to ask, will you stay and watch the fireworks with me?)
You move me...
I stared at your lips everytime you spoke, then speak
Ohhhh... so lovely...
When you kiss my lips, it drives me crazy
Everytime you wrap your arms around me
Ohhhh... and I thank you... oooh
I couldn't see, but now I see, you're the only one that I need
Allen Anthony]
Let's take long walks in the park, by ourselves
Let's make love forever...
Ooooh... let's reveal the magic we feel in each other
All of these things that we feel will come true...
Now baby...
When we do it, you make me scream your name
Ohhh... hey, you make me want it so bring it on myself...
To you, oh...
I can be your better man (I can be your better man, if you just bring on your head)
Have a special thing, you and me...
Because you're the only one...
Who will ask anything
to fade]
The song "Oh" by RZA featuring Allen Anthony is a romantic and sensual ballad about love and desire. The lyrics talk about a departing lover who is being asked to stay for one more day to watch the fireworks with the singer. The singer is deeply moved by this person and finds them lovely and precious. The chorus of "Ohhhh" expresses the singer's adoration for their lover and their gratitude for being able to see that this person is the only one they need.
The second verse sung by Allen Anthony continues the theme of the song as he talks about wanting to take long walks in the park and make love forever. He tells his lover that she makes him scream her name and expresses his desire to be her better man. The overall tone of the song is one of tenderness and longing for a deep connection with another person.
The song is notable for its slow and sensual melody and the heartfelt vocals of RZA and Allen Anthony. The combination of their voices creates a harmonious and emotive sound that captures the essence of the lyrics. The song was well-received by critics and fans alike and is regarded as one of the standout tracks from RZA's album Birth of a Prince.
Line by Line Meaning
Thanks for everything (you're leaving?)
Expressing gratitude towards someone who is leaving and questioning if they are actually departing.
Tomorrow... (please, keep it for you travels)
Asking someone who is leaving to keep tomorrow for their travels.
(Will you not stay for me, for just one more day
If it's not too much to ask, will you stay and watch the fireworks with me?)
Requesting someone to stay for one more day and watch fireworks together.
You move me...
Expressing how someone's actions and presence affect or inspire the artist.
I stared at your lips everytime you spoke, then speak
Admiring someone's speech, particularly their lips, while listening to them.
Ohhhh... so lovely...
Exclaiming the beauty of something or someone.
When you kiss my lips, it drives me crazy
The act of kissing someone's lips affects the singer deeply.
Ohhhh... so precious...
Exclaiming something or someone's value and importance.
Everytime you wrap your arms around me
Describing the feeling of being embraced by someone.
Ohhhh... and I thank you... oooh
Expressing gratitude towards someone for their actions or presence.
I couldn't see, but now I see, you're the only one that I need
Realizing someone's importance and that they are the only one the singer truly needs.
Let's take long walks in the park, by ourselves
Suggesting an activity to do together.
Let's make love forever...
Expressing desire to have a long-lasting romantic relationship with someone.
Ooooh... let's reveal the magic we feel in each other
Expressing the desire to reveal and deepen the connection between two people.
All of these things that we feel will come true...
Having faith that the feelings shared by two people will become reality.
Now baby...
Addressing someone affectionately.
When we do it, you make me scream your name
Expressing the intensity of sexual pleasure and the effect it has on the artist.
Ohhh... hey, you make me want it so bring it on myself...
Expressing desire and willingness to engage in sexual activity.
To you, oh...
Addressing someone affectionately.
I can be your better man (I can be your better man, if you just bring on your head)
Offering to be a better partner, given the chance.
Have a special thing, you and me...
Expressing the uniqueness of the connection between two people.
Because you're the only one...
Who will ask anything
Highlighting the importance of a relationship where someone is willing to do anything for the other person.
Contributed by Henry F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Amiyah G
My man put me onto this years ago, I still keep it in heavy rotation! Good vibes 😌🎶
vegitausa
That bass killing it
MeccaPresents
This song is amazing!!!!
Gaetan Mauve
SO SOULFUL AND SMOOTH THAT'S WHAT I CALL MUSIC
Dat Boi Vic
Still my jam in 2021 🤙🏾
Forever Ever
Introduced to this song by an unknown soul...I'm grateful for the introduction👌
7260borybbor
God this song is so underrated
Autumn Williams
Love this song great vibe, love afro samurai
Vanta000Black
So much soul, passion and love 💘
Ralph Fernandez
This is the song for every Halloween as a samurai for me