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
Beez
Rza Lyrics
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Fuck around and reconstruct it up to a million bucks
In God we trust, every part of us is marvelous
You Krusty Krab squad, ya'll will rust, ya'll ain't hard enough
Demolition expert, I exert through your network while the tech squirt jerk
There's holes inside your sweatshirt
Through your apparel, through your blood, through your bone marrow
Precise with this mic device, slice your pie like Sbarros
You been stalling motherfucker now your ass is stuck
Brooklyn, Brownsville, baby stay with the Killer Hill crazy
It grows up above the booth
And conceals my three eighty
Are you running for this money money
Hunting eggs like Easter bunny
Geeks trying to beast upon me
Freak, I will eat a zombie
Calm and double while you jumping through these hurdles
Silly rabbit the race is always won by the turtle
Metal machinery, purple herbal mixed with that greenery
I don't write songs, grasshopper, I write scenaries
Everything ain't what it seems to be
What it means to you it don't mean to me
Bzzzz, a sting from the killer bees
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
I pass any test of litmus, I workout at 24 fitness
On the weekends, I sip Belvedere with that citrus
My dogs is vicious, exotic
Never blue for the mistress
Life is good, I live every day like it's Christmas
Happy New Year, I does what the fuck I wanna do here
I splash that Gucci shit from the shirt to the shoewear
Trust the rings out, wife beater tee with the wings out
Long dick stamina, I fuck a bird til she sings out
La la la la, body could convert Lady Gaga
Back to heterosexual, I'm classy like Impala
Plus I'm federal, when it comes to making dollas
Like Jigga nigga man, if you hear me then holla
Four rings like the Green Lantern
You see me in the mean phantom
Pushing over there in Ohio, outside of Canton
Or maybe in the Grotti rugged projects of Staten
Tall redbone in my shower, she looking like Paula Patton
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
The lyrics to RZA's song "Beez" depict the rapper's confidence and prowess in the rap game. The opening lines suggest that RZA has the ability to take something insignificant (a single buck, an empty cup) and turn it into a significant achievement (reconstruct it up to a million bucks). He emphasizes that he trusts in God and sees every part of himself and his crew as marvelous, while belittling his competition, referring to them as the "Krusty Krab squad" who will eventually rust and are not tough enough.
RZA then presents himself as a demolition expert who can dismantle his opponents using his lyrical prowess and skill. He describes his ability to penetrate through layers, metaphorically comparing it to piercing through their clothing, blood, and bone marrow. He boasts about his precise control of the microphone, comparing it to slicing a pie like Sbarros, a popular pizza chain. RZA asserts that his opponents are falling and stuck, as they have been stalling and unable to rise.
The lyrics also highlight RZA's affinity for his hometown, Brooklyn, particularly the neighborhood of Brownsville. He refers to it as "Killer Hill" and suggests that the aggression and toughness grow above the recording booth, concealing the weapon he carries, a .380 pistol. He also references running for money, hunting eggs like Easter bunny, and eating zombies, evoking a sense of power, fearlessness, and dominance.
Overall, "Beez" serves as a declaration of RZA's confidence, skill, and ability to dominate the rap game, while also highlighting his loyalty to his crew and hometown.
Line by Line Meaning
Who could take a single buck, an empty cup, a stroke of luck
Who has the ability to turn a small amount of money, a lack of resources, and a fortunate event into a massive fortune
Fuck around and reconstruct it up to a million bucks
With skill and creativity, one can transform those humble beginnings into immense wealth
In God we trust, every part of us is marvelous
We have confidence in a higher power, and we recognize the greatness within ourselves
You Krusty Krab squad, ya'll will rust, ya'll ain't hard enough
The group you belong to lacks strength and resilience, and you aren't tough enough
Demolition expert, I exert through your network while the tech squirt jerk
I am highly skilled at destroying and dismantling your connections and influence
There's holes inside your sweatshirt
Your vulnerabilities and weaknesses are evident
Through your apparel, through your blood, through your bone marrow
I am capable of penetrating your defenses, both physical and metaphorical
Precise with this mic device, slice your pie like Sbarros
I am incredibly skilled with the microphone, able to lyrically dismantle my opponents like a sharp knife cutting through a pizza from Sbarros
You falling nigga, and you can't get up
You are failing and unable to recover from your mistakes
You been stalling motherfucker now your ass is stuck
You've been procrastinating and now you're trapped in a difficult situation
Brooklyn, Brownsville, baby stay with the Killer Hill crazy
Representing the rough and dangerous neighborhoods of Brooklyn, emphasizing the need to stay alert and prepared
It grows up above the booth
The intensity and greatness of my music extends beyond the recording booth
And conceals my three eighty
I have a hidden firearm for self-defense
Are you running for this money money
Are you actively pursuing wealth and success
Hunting eggs like Easter bunny
Searching and gathering opportunities for financial gain
Geeks trying to beast upon me
Weak individuals are trying to take advantage of me
Freak, I will eat a zombie
I am fearless and capable of defeating anyone, even those considered monstrous
Calm and double while you jumping through these hurdles
Maintaining composure and remaining steady while you struggle and face obstacles
Silly rabbit the race is always won by the turtle
Do not underestimate the steady and persistent ones, as they often triumph over those who rush and make hasty moves
Metal machinery, purple herbal mixed with that greenery
Referring to the combination of raw power and the effects of mixing drugs (purple herbal) with marijuana (greenery)
I don't write songs, grasshopper, I write scenaries
I don't simply write songs; my lyrics create vivid landscapes and experiences for the listener
Everything ain't what it seems to be
Appearances can be deceiving, and things are often more complex than they appear
What it means to you it don't mean to me
Different people have different interpretations and values, so your definition may not align with mine
Bzzzz, a sting from the Killer Bees
A powerful attack or impact delivered by the Wu-Tang Clan, known as the Killer Bees
In God I trust, no I don't give no fucks
I have faith in a higher power, and I am fearless and unbothered by others
(Dropping them them them, motherfucking Beez)
Releasing and unleashing the power and force of the Wu-Tang Clan
I pass any test of litmus, I workout at 24 fitness
I excel in any challenge or examination, constantly improving and strengthening myself
On the weekends, I sip Belvedere with that citrus
During leisure time, I enjoy drinking high-quality Belvedere vodka with a citrus twist
My dogs is vicious, exotic
My associates are fierce and unique
Never blue for the mistress
I am never sad or down because of a romantic relationship
Life is good, I live every day like it's Christmas
I have a positive outlook on life and approach each day with joy and excitement
Happy New Year, I does what the fuck I wanna do here
Celebrating the new year with a declaration of independence and freedom to do as one pleases
I splash that Gucci shit from the shirt to the shoewear
I proudly wear expensive and fashionable Gucci clothing, from shirts to shoes
Trust the rings out, wife beater tee with the wings out
Showing off my jewelry, wearing a sleeveless undershirt with my arms exposed
Long dick stamina, I fuck a bird til she sings out
Having great sexual endurance, satisfying a woman to the point where she expresses her pleasure loudly
La la la la, body could convert Lady Gaga
My seductive and confident presence could turn even someone like Lady Gaga on
Back to heterosexual, I'm classy like Impala
Returning to romantic relationships with the opposite sex, and exuding elegance reminiscent of a Chevrolet Impala
Plus I'm federal, when it comes to making dollas
I am connected and involved in illicit activities when it comes to earning money
Like Jigga nigga man, if you hear me then holla
Similar to Jay-Z, I am wealthy and influential, and if you acknowledge me, show your support
Four rings like the Green Lantern
I have multiple rings, symbolizing my power and authority, similar to the Green Lantern comic book character
You see me in the mean phantom
You observe me in a luxurious and intimidating Rolls-Royce Phantom
Pushing over there in Ohio, outside of Canton
Driving with confidence and authority in Ohio, specifically outside of the city of Canton
Or maybe in the Grotti rugged projects of Staten
Alternatively, I may be present and active in the rough and tough projects of Staten Island
Tall redbone in my shower, she looking like Paula Patton
I have an attractive, tall, light-skinned woman in my presence, resembling the actress Paula Patton
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRAD JORDAN, DOUG KING, ISAAC HAYES, ROBERT F. DIGGS, SCOTT RAMON SEGURO MESCUDI, WILLIE DENNIS
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