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.
Ghost Is Back
Raekwon Lyrics
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Listen, man, it's going on 2007, g
I wanna wish y'all motherfuckers a happy New Year
(New Year, let's give it up) How your 2006 was son?
(Go and get up, get up, y'all niggas is crazy
Y'all know how I get, my 2006 off, nigga I broke two of my toes, nigga
It's going down nigga, that's what's up, y'all niggas is crazy)
That's why you came to the show with, um, peanut butter on your toes, that day
Nah, son, because your shit's, (crazy, a happy New Year
This muthfucka) Nah, boy, yo (no, man) But your shit was looking mad timid
That was the funniest shit in the book, that day (Find out who)
That's your toes right there! (Who the fuck said I broke 'em)
Yo, how you put them little baby cast on there? (Just a little punk ass nigga man)
How you put them in the baby cast like that, though, son?
Come on, son, that's what I was, that shit, yo
Let me tell you something, I ain't gon' front, yo
I love you and all that, son (then say that!)
You my first cousin, (then say that, Ghost, say that)
You my first cousin, though, but come on, man
You know how it is, son, I ain't seen you in years though
(You know how I get down) How you had peanut butter on your toes though, son?
(Cause the nigga asked for it, man, shit I fucked a nigga up, man)
Yo, it's New Year's, yo (get back to me, motherfucker)
Yo, it's New Year's son (fuck y'all niggas, this ain't no
Yo, Ghostface, my gold is fifty hundred, I want my money)
Nine! Eight! Seve! Six! Five! Four! Three! Two! One!
I love you my nigga, Happy New Year's!
Fuck that, let's get this paper!
[Ghostface Killah]
Yo, yo I was sitting at the table thinking
How the hell do I murder these M.C.'s, sting 'em like bees
My attitude's that of Hannibal, not compatible
Why I would damage you, fuck, if I drink, then ran with you
Y'all chose to war, so called rich niggas wanna verse the poor
I'll rob you first, then go to your earth, it's not gon' hurt
If you try calling the cops, it's not goin' work
All you gotta do is lay in the dirt, we dug a hole
And my guns weight more, yo, then Gerald Levert
With more blubber than a Ruben Studdard, I grease the pan
With rhymes, and y'all can't believe it's not butter
I told y'all to chill, stretch all out like franks on the grill
With a classic deal, I'm like a farmer when I'm playing the field
Just painting my seeds, in 20-06, it's time to build
[Chorus]
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
[Ghostface Killah]
Yo, I cooked up the beef, seasoned up the meat
Fried 'em, tried 'em, took it out the grease
Ghost came to steal the show, since you loving your broad
I'ma lay back and reveal your hoe
She a brain therapist, chick you can't kiss
Opened up her legs, like "ooh, I smell fish"
Yeast infection, queen, she love dick
Shriveled up tits, she'll bang the whole Knicks
Now how can I salute you, kid, I'm planning to do you
Crucial, blow rugers at who you with
We bump heads while we out in the street, it's all good
My trigger fingers'll matter, kick the back of your feet
And your red monkey jeans, is looking like a scene from Baghdad
That's bad, flags red, dirt beds
Y'all niggas is eating, crystal meth' heads
We pissed out, wrist out, with the best threads
Knockin' niggas off, knockin' niggas out
Fucking up rappers is what I'm about
I'm holding Staten Island down, y'all cats must be dead
Keep fronting and lose your head
[Chorus]
[Ghostface Killah]
You can decide on who's liver
Toney Knight Rider, wisdoms love my saliva
Slobbin' 'em down, hoggin' the mound
Pitchin' 'em eight balls, robbing the town
Don't let your gangsta, get you murked up
Fagot ass homeys done got you worked up
Rappers can't come around, y'all wide rap is dead
Freeze, nigga, come off the bread
Whole horizon, hit 'em with toast, a rap arising
Ringing the boys bell like Verizon
Eyes, looking surprised, that the four-five
Yo Ghost, don't even do it, I got some more pie
[Ghostface Killah]
Word up, hey yo I'd like to give a mean shout out to Staten Island
Holding the boy down, y'all know what it do
Theodore Unit, Big Trife, Wigs, Du-Lilz
Yo Supa! Y'all know what it is, man, ya know what i'm saying?
My West Brighton niggas, let's see that money come first
That's right, yeah, get up in that building
You tell L.A. Reid and them niggas to crack that safe
Word up, cause we coming, J-Love
Hey yo Den, what up, Ice, C-Allah, what up, yo Un
You know what i mean, yo, Buck, hold ya head.. aiyo Bean
You know what it is, tell E, I said what's the deal, man
We gon' get this paper, this year, yo Irf, you know how we do
I ain't even gotta say that much, TaVon, come holla at your boy
I know my jack be off all the time, but yo, that don't mean shit, nigga
Come through and holla, nigga, word up, this what it is
Yo, S.G., that's my son doola, y'all niggas keep y'all hands off him
You know what i mean? Yo Ant Acid.. what's the deal, hey yo Tech, yo Plex
Your boys here, nigga, word up, it's all about paper this year, nigga, word up
I got mad babies to feed, I got bills nigga, one,
Wu-Tang for life, Cappadonna, Raekwon, what up?
"Ghost got the juice, now"
The song "Ghost Is Back" by Raekwon featuring Ghostface Killah and Tracy Morgan is a rap track that deals with the rappers' tough bravado and gangster persona. The lyrics are filled with tales of the streets where the rappers rely on their guns and not the law to protect their honor. In the opening of the song, Tracy Morgan sets the tone for a New Year's Eve party, but Ghostface Killah's verse is an open letter to other rappers who he feels are trying to compete with him. Throughout the song, Ghostface Killah emphasizes his dominance and superiority over his rivals. He uses clever wordplay and similes to illustrate his product of hip-hop supremacy. Also, the lyrics contain many expletives and derogatory references, which are common in the genre.
One of the interesting facts about "Ghost Is Back" is that it was one of the singles released from Raekwon's fourth studio album "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II". The song was released on August 11, 2009, under the Icewater imprint. Another fascinating fact is that before he became a rapper, Ghostface Killah worked at a fast-food chain in Ohio. The track features an uncredited sample from The Emotions’ “I Like It". Additionally, the song did not officially chart in any music charts in the United States. Still, it was a massive hit in the underground hip-hop scenes, and it was acclaimed for its lyrical content.
In conclusion, the chords for the song "Ghost Is Back" are not available, as it is a rap song. However, the track's intricate wordplay and storytelling make it a must-listen for anyone interested in the hip-hop genre. The song portrays a grim but realistic picture of the streets, and the rap game is populated with rivalries, tough-talking, and perseverance. "Ghost Is Back" is a combination of raw talent, creativity, and rhyming prowess that showcases Ghostface Killah's lyrical mastery.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen, man, it's going on 2007, g
Hey, listen up, it's almost 2007, my friend
I wanna wish y'all motherfuckers a happy New Year
I want to wish all of you a happy New Year, you motherfuckers
(New Year, let's give it up) How your 2006 was son?
(New Year, let's celebrate) How was your 2006, my son?
(Go and get up, get up, y'all niggas is crazy
(Come on, get up, get up, you guys are crazy
Y'all know how I get, my 2006 off, nigga I broke two of my toes, nigga
You know how I am, my 2006 started off rough, I broke two of my toes
That's why you came to the show with, um, peanut butter on your toes, that day
That's why you came to the show with peanut butter on your toes that day
(Nigga, why you gotta bring everything up? Man, everybody here enjoying)
(Man, why do you have to bring up everything? Everyone here is enjoying themselves)
Nah, son, because your shit's, (crazy, a happy New Year
No, son, because your shit is crazy, it's a happy New Year
This muthfucka) Nah, boy, yo (no, man) But your shit was looking mad timid
No, man, but your shit was looking really weak
That was the funniest shit in the book, that day (Find out who)
That was the funniest thing that happened that day (Find out who said it)
That's your toes right there! (Who the fuck said I broke 'em)
Those are your toes right there! (Who the fuck said I broke them)
Yo, how you put them little baby cast on there? (Just a little punk ass nigga man)
Hey, how did you put those little baby casts on them? (You're just a little punk)
How you put them in the baby cast like that, though, son?
How did you put them in the baby cast like that, though, son?
Come on, son, that's what I was, that shit, yo
Come on, son, that's what I was talking about, that shit, yo
Let me tell you something, I ain't gon' front, yo
Let me tell you something, I'm not gonna lie, yo
I love you and all that, son (then say that!)
I love you and all that, son (then say that!)
You my first cousin, (then say that, Ghost, say that)
You're my first cousin, (then say that, Ghost, say that)
You my first cousin, though, but come on, man
You're my first cousin, though, but come on, man
You know how it is, son, I ain't seen you in years though
You know how it is, son, I haven't seen you in years though
(You know how I get down) How you had peanut butter on your toes though, son?
(You know how I am) Why did you have peanut butter on your toes though, son?
(Cause the nigga asked for it, man, shit I fucked a nigga up, man)
(Because the guy asked for it, man, I messed him up, man)
Yo, it's New Year's, yo (get back to me, motherfucker)
Hey, it's New Year's, yo (get back to me, motherfucker)
Yo, it's New Year's son (fuck y'all niggas, this ain't no
Yo, it's New Year's, son (fuck you all, this isn't no
Yo, Ghostface, my gold is fifty hundred, I want my money)
Hey, Ghostface, I owe you $5,000, I want my money)
Nine! Eight! Seve! Six! Five! Four! Three! Two! One!
Nine! Eight! Seven! Six! Five! Four! Three! Two! One!
I love you my nigga, Happy New Year's!
I love you, my nigga, Happy New Year's!
Fuck that, let's get this paper!
Fuck that, let's make some money!
Yo, yo I was sitting at the table thinking
Hey, hey, I was sitting at the table thinking
How the hell do I murder these M.C.'s, sting 'em like bees
How the hell do I kill these M.C.'s, sting them like bees
My attitude's that of Hannibal, not compatible
My attitude is like Hannibal's, not compatible
Why I would damage you, fuck, if I drink, then ran with you
Why would I hurt you, fuck, if I drink and ran with you
Y'all chose to war, so called rich niggas wanna verse the poor
You guys chose to start a war, so-called rich niggas wanting to verse the poor
I'll rob you first, then go to your earth, it's not gon' hurt
I'll rob you first, then go to your home, it won't hurt
If you try calling the cops, it's not goin' work
If you try calling the cops, it's not going to work
All you gotta do is lay in the dirt, we dug a hole
All you have to do is lay in the dirt, we dug a hole
And my guns weight more, yo, then Gerald Levert
And my guns weigh more, yo, than Gerald Levert
With more blubber than a Ruben Studdard, I grease the pan
With more blubber than Ruben Studdard, I grease the pan
With rhymes, and y'all can't believe it's not butter
With rhymes, and you can't believe it's not butter
I told y'all to chill, stretch all out like franks on the grill
I told you all to relax, stretch out like franks on the grill
With a classic deal, I'm like a farmer when I'm playing the field
With a classic deal, I'm like a farmer when I'm out in the field
Just painting my seeds, in 20-06, it's time to build
Just planting my seeds, in 2006, it's time to build
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
Yo, I cooked up the beef, seasoned up the meat
Hey, I cooked up the beef, seasoned up the meat
Fried 'em, tried 'em, took it out the grease
Fried them, tried them, took it out of the grease
Ghost came to steal the show, since you loving your broad
Ghost came to steal the show, since you love your girl
I'ma lay back and reveal your hoe
I'm going to lay back and expose your hoe
She a brain therapist, chick you can't kiss
She is a brain therapist, a chick you can't trust
Opened up her legs, like "ooh, I smell fish"
She opened up her legs, like "ooh, I smell fish"
Yeast infection, queen, she love dick
She has a yeast infection, queen, she loves dick
Shriveled up tits, she'll bang the whole Knicks
With shriveled up tits, she'll fuck the whole Knicks team
Now how can I salute you, kid, I'm planning to do you
Now how can I salute you, kid? I'm planning to defeat you
Crucial, blow rugers at who you with
Critical, shoot guns at who you're with
We bump heads while we out in the street, it's all good
We clash while we're out in the street, it's all good
My trigger fingers'll matter, kick the back of your feet
My trigger fingers will matter, kick the back of your feet
And your red monkey jeans, is looking like a scene from Baghdad
And your red monkey jeans, they look like a scene from Baghdad
That's bad, flags red, dirt beds
That's bad, flags are red, dirt is the bed
Y'all niggas is eating, crystal meth' heads
You guys are eating, but you're crystal meth heads
We pissed out, wrist out, with the best threads
We pissed out, wrist out, with the best clothes
Knockin' niggas off, knockin' niggas out
Knocking niggas off, knocking niggas out
Fucking up rappers is what I'm about
Fucking up rappers is what I'm about
I'm holding Staten Island down, y'all cats must be dead
I'm holding Staten Island down, you other guys must be dead
Keep fronting and lose your head
Keep acting tough and you'll lose your head
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
You can decide on who's liver
You can decide on whose life
Toney Knight Rider, wisdoms love my saliva
Toney Knight Rider, wise words love my saliva
Slobbin' 'em down, hoggin' the mound
Slobbering them down, taking control
Pitchin' 'em eight balls, robbing the town
Pitching them eight balls, robbing the town
Don't let your gangsta, get you murked up
Don't let your gangsta persona get you killed
Fagot ass homeys done got you worked up
Your weak ass friends have got you all worked up
Rappers can't come around, y'all wide rap is dead
Rappers can't come around, your wide rap is dead
Freeze, nigga, come off the bread
Freeze, nigga, give up the money
Whole horizon, hit 'em with toast, a rap arising
The whole horizon, hitting them with a toast, a rising rap
Ringing the boys bell like Verizon
Ringing the boys bell like Verizon
Eyes, looking surprised, that the four-five
Eyes, looking surprised, at the four-five (gun)
Yo Ghost, don't even do it, I got some more pie
Hey Ghost, don't even do it, I have more drugs
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
"Ghost is back" [Repeat: x4]
Word up, hey yo I'd like to give a mean shout out to Staten Island
Word up, hey yo I'd like to give a big shout out to Staten Island
Holding the boy down, y'all know what it do
Holding it down for the boy, y'all know what it's about
Theodore Unit, Big Trife, Wigs, Du-Lilz
Theodore Unit, Big Trife, Wigs, Du-Lilz
Yo Supa! Y'all know what it is, man, ya know what i'm saying?
Yo Supa! Y'all know what it is, man, you know what I'm saying?
My West Brighton niggas, let's see that money come first
My West Brighton niggas, let's prioritize getting that money
That's right, yeah, get up in that building
That's right, yeah, get up in that building
You tell L.A. Reid and them niggas to crack that safe
You tell L.A. Reid and those guys to crack that safe
Word up, cause we coming, J-Love
Word up, because we're coming, J-Love
Hey yo Den, what up, Ice, C-Allah, what up, yo Un
Hey yo Den, what up, Ice, C-Allah, what up, yo Un
You know what i mean, yo, Buck, hold ya head.. aiyo Bean
You know what I mean, yo, Buck, hold your head.. hey yo Bean
You know what it is, tell E, I said what's the deal, man
You know what it is, tell E, I said what's the deal, man
We gon' get this paper, this year, yo Irf, you know how we do
We're going to make money this year, yo Irf, you know how we do
I ain't even gotta say that much, TaVon, come holla at your boy
I don't even have to say that much, TaVon, come talk to me
I know my jack be off all the time, but yo, that don't mean shit, nigga
I know my phone is always off, but yo, that doesn't mean anything, nigga
Come through and holla, nigga, word up, this what it is
Come through and talk, nigga, word up, this is how it is
Yo, S.G., that's my son doola, y'all niggas keep y'all hands off him
Yo, S.G., that's my son doola, you guys keep your hands off him
You know what i mean? Yo Ant Acid.. what's the deal, hey yo Tech, yo Plex
You know what I mean? Yo Ant Acid.. what's the deal, hey yo Tech, yo Plex
Your boys here, nigga, word up, it's all about paper this year, nigga, word up
Your boys are here, nigga, word up, it's all about money this year, nigga, word up
I got mad babies to feed, I got bills nigga, one
I have a lot of children to feed, I have bills, nigga, one
Wu-Tang for life, Cappadonna, Raekwon, what up?
Wu-Tang for life, Cappadonna, Raekwon, what's up?
"Ghost got the juice, now"
"Ghost got the juice, now"
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group
Written by: DENNIS COLES, ERIC BARRIER, JASON ELIAS, WILLIAM GRIFFIN
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