Corey Woods (born January 12, 1970), a.k.a. Raekwon (/ɹeɪˈkwɒn/), is an Ame… Read Full Bio ↴Corey Woods (born January 12, 1970), a.k.a. Raekwon (/ɹeɪˈkwɒn/), is an American rapper, one of the nine Wu-Tang Clan members. Raekwon joined Wu-Tang Clan, a hip hop group based in Staten Island, New York in 1992. When the time came for him to release his first solo album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... (1995), hip-hop, once again, underwent a momentous transformation. The album moves from track to track like a film moves from scene to scene. With its invigorating instrumentals and dramatic lyrical tales, Raekwon painted vivid pictures and presented powerful imagery through his enchanting verbal expression.

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.

That Good Good
Raekwon Lyrics

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[Raekwon]
Damn, your lovin got me tranked out, the handkerchief out
We walk the bank route
Shorty be careful with your link out
Miss Fendi girl, Wimbledon chick who rock a stick shift
Photogenic, crazy athletic, mad equipped, tempted
Using your mind, that's the jewel of life
Science is right

Walking the righteous path
Peace God, love you mad
So when you're zonin from the head start we blessin your heart
Peace, I'm outta here girl, check out the best part

[Davina]
Never have I been so mystified by anyone's love before
Hey, I feel so natural
I keep comin back for more
And each time we touch you open up a new door

Baby you're such a midnight tease
It's gonna take everything to keep you from me, hey
And the joy that your lovin brings
Can separate the mountains from the sea

Chorus:
I don't want to be wrong
But it feels right
If loving you is so wrong
I don't want to go on
I don't want to be wrong
But it feels right
It feels good
So good, so good, so good

Spent so many nights believing I was wrong for you bein in my life
I can't ignore it when some say that it ain't right
(It ain't right)
I decided you're the best thing that happened in my life

I haven't had everything, oh no
But you come close to everything that love means, hey yeah
In heaven's eyes love is embraced between you and I
Now that we have each other I don't have to dream

[Chorus: x 4]

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Raekwon's "That Good Good" reveal the rapper's infatuation with a woman whose love leaves him feeling dizzy and out of control. He describes the strength of her presence, noting that her beauty makes her "photogenic" and irresistible. He also recognizes her intellect, acknowledging that she "uses her mind" to further their connection. Davina's vocals on the chorus add another layer to the song, emphasizing the pleasure that comes from being with someone who is wrong for you but feels so right. As their love story progresses, both Raekwon and Davina recognize that they've found something special. Raekwon may have been resistant to the idea of being with this woman at first, but as their love deepens, he knows that he's found something worth holding onto.

Line by Line Meaning

Damn, your lovin got me tranked out, the handkerchief out
Your love has me feeling a bit dazed and my emotions are overflowing

We walk the bank route
We take a safe and straightforward path in our relationship

Shorty be careful with your link out
Be cautious with your valuables and be aware of your surroundings

Miss Fendi girl, Wimbledon chick who rock a stick shift
You're a fashionable woman who is skilled and confident, able to handle anything

Photogenic, crazy athletic, mad equipped, tempted
You're not only physically attractive and fit, but also intelligent and resilient

Using your mind, that's the jewel of life
Your intelligence and wisdom are your greatest assets in life

Science is right
The knowledge gained from science is accurate and valuable

Walking the righteous path
Choosing to live ethically and morally

Peace God, love you mad
A greeting of peace and love to someone held in high regard

So when you're zonin from the head start we blessin your heart
When you're feeling good and starting things off well, we support and encourage you

Peace, I'm outta here girl, check out the best part
Farewell, but don't forget the best part of what we have

Never have I been so mystified by anyone's love before
I've never experienced such a mysterious and enchanting love before

Hey, I feel so natural
Being with you feels so easy and comfortable

I keep comin back for more
I can't get enough of your love and companionship

And each time we touch you open up a new door
Our physical intimacy leads to new levels of emotional depth and connection

Baby you're such a midnight tease
You're alluring and enticing, especially in the late hours

It's gonna take everything to keep you from me, hey
I'm willing to do whatever it takes to be with you

And the joy that your lovin brings
The happiness and satisfaction I feel from your love

Can separate the mountains from the sea
The power and impact of your love is immense and can overcome anything

I don't want to be wrong
I don't want to make a mistake

But it feels right
Despite any doubts, it just feels right to be with you

If loving you is so wrong
If it's considered taboo or against social norms to be with you

I don't want to go on
I don't want to continue living my life without you

Spent so many nights believing I was wrong for you bein in my life
I doubted the validity of our relationship for a long time

I can't ignore it when some say that it ain't right
Despite my doubts disappearing, there are still people who criticize our relationship

I decided you're the best thing that happened in my life
Despite any opposition, I've come to the conclusion that you are the most important and valuable thing in my life

I haven't had everything, oh no
I haven't had all of the material possessions or experiences that others have

But you come close to everything that love means, hey yeah
Having you in my life fills the void that material possessions and experiences cannot

In heaven's eyes love is embraced between you and I
You and I are meant to be together and it's divinely approved

Now that we have each other I don't have to dream
I'm content and fulfilled now that I have you, and I don't need to dream for anything more

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: COREY WOODS, TJADER, DAVINA

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