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
Slow Grind French
RZA Lyrics
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Viens pres de moi, contre moi, embrasse moi, caresse moi, je sais que tu as envie de moi.
Je sais que on pourrait etre proches...
Bobby Digital , tu es merveilleux, j ai envie de toi, tout de suite,maintenant, plus pret encore, encore dans l'oreille, encore pret do corps.
On pourrait parler toute la soiree, si tu as envie de moi, si tu as seulement une petite envie, comme j ai envie de toi.
S'il te plait encore contre toi
Bobby
The lyrics to RZA's song Slow Grind French are in French, and they speak of a desire for intimacy between two people. The singer, referred to as Bobby, is being addressed by his lover in a plea for closeness. The song may be interpreted as a seductive plea, as the singer urges Bobby to come close, kiss and caress her, and express his desire for her. The singer claims that they could be close and communicate all night, as long as Bobby reciprocates her feelings.
The song's intimate tone is set by its suggestive lyrics and the slow, steady rhythm of the music. The language used is passionate and emotive, with the singer expressing her longing in terms of touch and intimacy. The repeated use of "contre moi" reinforces the desire for physical closeness, and the command to "embrasse moi, caresse moi" urges Bobby to act on his feelings. Overall, the song portrays a moment of romantic tension between two individuals who are deeply attracted to each other.
Overall, the song has a seductive, emotional tone that speaks to the power of desire and attraction. Its use of French language and culture adds to the sense of passion and intrigue, and RZA's production and delivery give the song a distinctive sound that is both smooth and sultry. Slow Grind French is an evocative and sensual track that captures the intensity of a romantic encounter.
Line by Line Meaning
Bobby bonsoir,tu es la?? Enfin..je t ai attendu toute la soiree.
Bobby, are you there? Finally...I've waited for you all evening.
Viens pres de moi, contre moi, embrasse moi, caresse moi, je sais que tu as envie de moi.
Come close to me, against me, kiss me, caress me, I know you want me.
Je sais que on pourrait etre proches...
I know that we could be close...
Bobby Digital , tu es merveilleux, j ai envie de toi, tout de suite,maintenant, plus pret encore, encore dans l'oreille, encore pret do corps.
Bobby Digital, you're wonderful. I want you right now, closer than ever, closer to my ear, closer to my body.
On pourrait parler toute la soiree, si tu as envie de moi, si tu as seulement une petite envie, comme j ai envie de toi.
We could talk all evening if you want me, if you just have a little desire, like I desire you.
S'il te plait encore contre toi Bobby
Please, closer to you Bobby.
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