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
Walking Through The Darkness
Rza Lyrics
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Since he had a true friend
True friends are sure hard to come by
But then again
His loyalties lie within
Always kept his head to the sky
And they can't see, no, no, no
They can't see him walking through the darkness, no, no, no, no
They can't see him walking through the darkness
No, no, no, no, no
They can't see him walking through the darkness
No, no
They can't see him walking through, walking through
Day after day
And night after night
He's hustling just to get it right
There's no honor from thieves
No war without peace
The noose is tight, he'll still survive
Because they can't see, no
They can't see him walking through the darkness
No, no
They can't see him walking through the darkness
No, no
They can't see him walking through the darkness
They can't see him walking through, walking through
No, in the end
Fate had it's place
On his road to become, becoming
They chased and gave haste
With zeal to a lemonade
Challenge instead of grace
And sealed his fate
They can't see him walking through the darkness
No, no
They can't see him walking through, walking through
No
They can't see him walking through, walking through
Walking through
Walking through the darkness
Walking through the darkness
Walking through the darkness
The song "Walking Through The Darkness" by RZA feat. Tekitha reflects on the singer's struggle to find a true friend, and the obstacles he faces while doing so. The opening lines touch on the universal longing for human connection, and the difficulty of finding someone with whom we can truly connect. However, the singer has always been loyal to himself and true to his values, despite walking a difficult path, which is illustrated through the line "his loyalties lie within, always kept his head to the sky". The chorus of the song emphasizes the isolation the singer feels, as nobody seems to understand or support him in his journey. Despite the adversity he faces, he continues to push forward and survive.
The next verses of the song examine the difficulties the singer must confront on a daily basis, as he tries to make a living in a world that often feels hostile towards him. Here, the line "there's no honor from thieves, no war without peace" reflects on how the singer must fight to survive against those who would take advantage of him, but must still seek a peaceful solution to maintain his own integrity. This is further emphasized in the line "the noose is tight, he'll still survive", where the singer demonstrates his resilience in the face of extreme adversity. The song concludes with a tragic turn, as the singer is met with betrayal after placing his trust in someone who ultimately causes his downfall.
Overall, "Walking Through The Darkness" offers a powerful exploration of the difficulties we all face in finding human connection, as well as the daily struggles many must confront in order to survive. It also serves as a reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself, even when facing overwhelming odds.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been so long
He hasn't had a true friend for a considerable amount of time
Since he had a true friend
He hasn't had a genuine companion in a while
But then again
On the other hand
His loyalties lie within
His allegiance is to himself
Always kept his head to the sky
He remains optimistic
And they can't see, no, no, no
Others are oblivious to his true struggles
They can't see him walking through the darkness, no, no, no, no
People can't see him deal with hardships of life in his own way
Day after day
Continuously
And night after night
Without break
He's hustling just to get it right
He's striving to overcome challenges and succeed
There's no honor from thieves
Dishonest people bring no respect
No war without peace
There can't be conflict without resolution
The noose is tight, he'll still survive
He'll still endure despite difficult circumstances
Because they can't see, no
People don't truly understand his struggles
No, in the end
Ultimately
Fate had it's place
Destiny played its role
On his road to become, becoming
Throughout his journey towards self-improvement
They chased and gave haste
People pursued and rushed him
With zeal to a lemonade
With enthusiasm towards something unattainable
Challenge instead of grace
Obstacles instead of easy solutions
And sealed his fate
And predetermined the outcome
Walking through the darkness
Struggling through the difficulties of life
Walking through the darkness
Overcoming obstacles and persevering
Walking through the darkness
Enduring hardships on the path to improvement
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBERT F. DIGGS
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