Rae's groundbreaking debut album helped to bring the flavour of flossing to wax as well as the use of the moniker among Wu brethren and other prominent emcees. The single "Verbal Intercourse" featured the first appearance of Nas Escobar, Nas' alter ego. Similarly, Raekwon and Ghostface Killah, who served as Rae's partner in rhyme throughout the entire Cuban Linx album, also developed a slew of other identities. Identities like Lex Diamond, one of the flashy, witty and intellectually stimulating personas of the multifaceted Raekwon.
In the years after the release of Cuban Linx, Raekwon continued to record several albums with the Clan including the platinum Wu-Tang Forver (1997) and The W (2000), as well as the gold Iron Flag (2001). He also starred in the critically acclaimed film Black and White, before releasing his second solo album, Immobilarity in 1999. Four years later, it's time for another masterpiece from Raekwon.
The Lex Diamond Story, Raekwon's forthcoming third solo album is that desperately needed effort. This new LP is as much a reflection of his first musical triumph Cuban Linx, as it is a manifestation of the future and what is to come from this great emcee. Raekwon is like the E.F. Hutton of hip-hop: when he speaks, everyone listens. The current void in hip-hop is filled with this rap veteran's
crafty verbal gymnastics and artistic form of storytelling. The Lex Diamond Story takes the top shelf elements of the Wu's first album and the finest sentiments of Raekwon's debut and joins them together to deliver another classic album to the masses.
A lyrical gourmet meal, The Lex Diamond Story shows that The Chef still possesses the recipe to cook up a jambalaya of words with the main ingredient being superior skills. Animated and intense, Raekwon's stealth delivery is filled with emotion, skilled cadence and an array of diverse stories, hooks, and topics. The track, "All Over Again (The Way We Were)" touches on the flavour of "Can It Be All So Simple" with its tale of street survival. Meanwhile, "Pit Bull Fights" is reminiscent of the ferocious lyrical beating inflicted on "Incarcerated Scarfaces." Raekwon is indisputably at his creative beast. Unchained and uninhibited, he is assertive with his music and focused on his goals.
Az the World Turnz
Raekwon Lyrics
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Word up. la the dark' and chef.
(true. let's get it right.)
Aiyyo. fourth.
(let's get it right like white.)
Burning that ass. sniff it up.
(you know how we go, kid.)
Like a hound on dope.
Word. word life. la the dark'.
Big up to my many buck-buck.
Don't sweat that.
(what up, son.)
It's all good.
(check it. check it.)
[raekwon]
Yo, yo, yo, yo
Aiyyo la, what's up son
Aiyyo, you read the papers
2 columbian niggaz hit these funny niggaz
A heavy routine, chevy, yukon green
Had crazy coke up in that piece by all means
[la the darkman]
The kids was mad flonting, rae', it had to go down
Killers be coming for your neck, when you wearing a crown
4-5's and ak's, kids ready to spray
The cats got nine lives from around my way
Timb boots and dough galore, two techs by the door
So, when the po-po come, I can take them to war
[raekwon]
Same subject, techs and royalty checks
Plus marketing the drugs, equal mad respect
I gotta get mine, blast mad nines on a regular
Fake competitor or player, I mean this maker
[la the darkman]
Who's the rap mayor, it's me, I be the slayer
The dark's in the realm, you contemplate your prayers
Meteorite or clips hitting in the 9-5th
All you yapping mc's, like pancakes you get flipped
I got a thirty shot clip at the grip of the hip
I'm a mad av. warrior, young tale from the crypt, kid
[chorus: raekwon, (la the darkman)]
As the world goes round yo the same is the same
(same junkies on the corners shooting shit in their vein)
What's the deal, black man must rise up to the top
(representing darkman with this real hip hop)
[interlude: raekwon, (la the darkman)]
And you don't stop (and you don't stop)
Yeah! (and you can't stop) and you can't stop
(word up! word drop that style)
[la the darkman]
You only live once, execute your dreams
A third real triple beam, weighed out my scheme
For the cream, my sold cracks, never could relax
Now build with wu-tang, spitting lyrical facts
Young black mad bastard from the concrete street
And never leave the land without strapping my heat
Keep peace and don't beef, word life tariff
I stole the million dollar show 'cause I'm that dark thief
La, dark gold spark, ready to rip you apart
I was born with a gold shield over my heart
So, don't start none, it won't be none
I'm dominating the screen, my reign just begun
I got raw and uncut for the kids doing the biz
You can't figure my physical like a pyramid
I'm that wicked dark star, may la now ride
I switch to warp space 5 like the starship enterprise
Shy...
[chorus to fade]
The song "Az the World Turnz" by Raekwon featuring La the Darkman tells a gritty story of drug dealers and killers trying to survive in the streets. The introduction sets the tone of the song as La the Darkman and Raekwon exchange words and show their camaraderie. The lyrics describe how two Colombian hitmen killed some people who were putting up a front while driving a Chevy Yukon Green that had a lot of cocaine.
La the Darkman narrates how street life is tough and how one must be prepared. He describes his readiness to go to war with the police if needed and how he has several lives like a cat. Raekwon talks about how drug dealing and marketing yield respect in the streets, and he ain't afraid to use his gun against fake competitors.
The chorus emphasizes that life in the streets is cyclical and that it's hard for black men to rise up. The interlude emphasizes the need to keep the flow going, and the verses emphasize La the Darkman's and Raekwon's toughness and readiness to do whatever it takes to survive.
Overall, "Az the World Turnz" is a grimy track that portrays an accurate picture of the street life, and La the Darkman and Raekwon's verses are vivid and captivating.
Line by Line Meaning
Word up. la the dark' and chef.
Introducing the performers of the song, Raekwon and La the Darkman.
(true. let's get it right.)
Agreeing with the introduction of the performers and emphasizing the need to get things right.
Aiyyo. fourth.
Calling out to the performer Fourth to join in the performance.
(let's get it right like white.)
Emphasizing the need to perfect the performance like white people tend to do.
Burning that ass. sniff it up.
Talking about how they are going to take over and make their mark as artists.
(you know how we go, kid.)
Confirming the confidence in their ability to succeed as artists.
Like a hound on dope.
Comparing their drive to that of a hound on drugs, unstoppable and eager to succeed.
(yeah. yeah.)
Confirming the comparison of their drive to that of a hound on drugs.
Word. word life. la the dark'.
Reiterated call back to the performer La the Darkman.
Big up to my many buck-buck.
Giving a shoutout to his friends.
Don't sweat that.
Encouraging his friends not to worry.
(what up, son.)
Exchanging greetings with his friend.
It's all good.
Assuring his friend that everything is fine.
Yo, yo, yo, yo
Starting a new verse with emphasis.
Aiyyo la, what's up son
Addressing La the Darkman and asking how he is doing.
Aiyyo, you read the papers
Asking if La the Darkman has read the latest news.
2 columbian niggaz hit these funny niggaz
Discussing news about two Colombian men who attacked some people.
A heavy routine, chevy, yukon green
Describing the car used by the attackers, which is large and green in color.
Had crazy coke up in that piece by all means
Speculating that the attackers had a lot of drugs in their car.
The kids was mad flonting, rae', it had to go down
Explaining that the attackers were acting very confident and something had to happen to them.
Killers be coming for your neck, when you wearing a crown
Warning that people will try to take you down when you are in a position of power.
4-5's and ak's, kids ready to spray
Describing the weapons that people carry and are willing to use for protection.
The cats got nine lives from around my way
Saying that people are resilient and have a lot of chances to survive, especially where they come from.
Timb boots and dough galore, two techs by the door
Talking about how he has a lot of money and equipment to protect himself.
So, when the po-po come, I can take them to war
Saying that he is ready and capable of fighting the police if he needs to.
Same subject, techs and royalty checks
Saying that he is still talking about the same subject, which is making money and protecting himself.
Plus marketing the drugs, equal mad respect
Saying that selling drugs also gains him respect among his peers.
I gotta get mine, blast mad nines on a regular
Saying that he has to protect himself and make money, so he is constantly using his guns.
Fake competitor or player, I mean this maker
Commenting on people who try to compete with him, but saying that he is the best.
Who's the rap mayor, it's me, I be the slayer
Saying that he is the best rapper and can destroy his competition.
The dark's in the realm, you contemplate your prayers
Saying that he is so powerful that people should be scared and pray to God for protection.
Meteorite or clips hitting in the 9-5th
Comparing his power to that of a meteor hitting the earth or gunfire in the streets.
All you yapping mc's, like pancakes you get flipped
Saying that he can destroy other rappers easily, like flipping pancakes.
I got a thirty shot clip at the grip of the hip
Saying that he has a lot of ammunition in his gun.
I'm a mad av. warrior, young tale from the crypt, kid
Comparing himself to a warrior from the Middle Ages and a character from a TV show.
As the world goes round yo the same is the same
Saying that the world is always the same and nothing ever changes.
(same junkies on the corners shooting shit in their vein)
Commenting on the drug addicts who are always on the streets, shooting up.
What's the deal, black man must rise up to the top
Saying that black people need to rise up and be successful.
(representing darkman with this real hip hop)
Saying that La the Darkman also represents this idea of black success through hip hop music.
You only live once, execute your dreams
Saying that you only get one life, so make the most of it and pursue your dreams.
A third real triple beam, weighed out my scheme
Describing his plans to make money using drugs.
For the cream, my sold cracks, never could relax
Saying that he is always hustling and selling drugs to make money and cannot relax.
Now build with wu-tang, spitting lyrical facts
Saying that he is now working with the Wu-Tang Clan and making great music.
Young black mad bastard from the concrete street
Describing himself as an angry, determined black man from the city streets.
And never leave the land without strapping my heat
Saying that he always carries his gun for protection.
Keep peace and don't beef, word life tariff
Saying that he wants peace and does not want any trouble.
I stole the million dollar show 'cause I'm that dark thief
Saying that he is successful and has made a lot of money through his music.
La, dark gold spark, ready to rip you apart
Describing himself as a powerful, successful rapper who can destroy the competition.
I was born with a gold shield over my heart
Saying that he is strong and powerful, like a gold shield over his heart.
So, don't start none, it won't be none
Warning people not to start any trouble with him, or they will regret it.
I'm dominating the screen, my reign just begun
Saying that he is taking over the music industry and has a long way to go.
I got raw and uncut for the kids doing the biz
Saying that he is providing truthful and real music for people in the music industry.
You can't figure my physical like a pyramid
Saying that he is complicated and hard to understand, like a pyramid.
I'm that wicked dark star, may la now ride
Describing himself as a strong and powerful rapper, and asking La the Darkman to join him.
I switch to warp space 5 like the starship enterprise
Saying that he is capable of going to distant and unknown places, like a starship in a TV show.
Shy...
Ending the song with a shy and abrupt finish.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: COREY WOODS
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