U-God was born in Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York. However he moved to Staten Island, New York as a youth. He was originally a beatboxer for clan affiliate Cappadonna, as well as being well known friends with future members Method Man, Inspectah Deck, and Raekwon. Sometime before the members united, U-God was mentored in rap by Cappadonna. He soon became friends with RZA and Ghostface Killah, and he began rhyming under the alias Golden Arms, based on the kung-fu movie The Kid with The Golden Arms. Later on narcotics possession prevented him from featuring heavily on the group's debut album Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), his input on the seminal LP consisting of only a short bridge on the group's debut single "Protect Ya Neck" in 1992 as well as the famous opening verse of "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'". Nevertheless, after his release he quickly became known to fans for his rugged flow and bass-like voice on Wu tracks such as "Winter Warz", "Knuckleheadz", "Investigative Reports", and "Black Jesus". He was featured heavily on the group's second album Wu-Tang Forever on which he was one of only four of the group to get a solo track - "Black Shampoo" (While the others being Inspectah Deck with "The City", Ol' Dirty Bastard with "Dog Shit" and RZA with "Sunshower"; clan affiliate and singer Tekitha sang 'Second Coming' solo). Around this time his young son was accidentally shot and injured, an ordeal the rapper documented on the Wu-Tang Clan track "A Better Tomorrow". He appeared with all the clan members during the VH1 Hip-Hop Honors, as well as on tour for the release of Wu Tang Clan's latest album, 8 Diagrams. U-God released his third studio album Dopium in 2009 and touring around the globe in support of 8 Diagrams. He released his fourth studio album Keynote Speaker in 2013.
Name: U-God
Real Name: Lamont Hawkins
Web: www.myspace.com/ugod
Stop
U-God Lyrics
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I know you think you struggling
And everything looks bad
Over the hug, you can't get
And that just makes you mad
Can't trust the man beside you
And got no real true friends
Keep waiting on the day
[Chorus: Ebony Burke]
Stop, look and listen
Life, is a blessing
Stop, all your stressing
You'll, find what's missing
Just carry on, just carry on, just carry on
[U-God]
Life's so short, but I'm suppose to do it
Sit back, relax and enjoy the view
Smell the fresh air, the morning dew
Let the sunshine come beaming through
Broken rules, beneath the crimes
We all god's creatures, the streets is mine
Forget your stress, release your mind
Take all your worries, leave 'em all behind
Now, peep my rhyme and you see my cause
We all got problems, we all got flaws
We all got heartaches, we all got sores
Just make sure you take care of you and yours
[Chorus]
[U-God]
I got jewels for the mind, more fruit to eat
You are exceptional, you are unique
You are truly special, to be on earth
You are really blessed, it can be more worse
Now feel my hurt, hear my lions roar
Reach for your dreams and try to soar
Push through the door, the lord's thy sheppard
Lean on the shoulders, when times is hectic
People got problems, try to accept it
No food to eat, baby need pampers
People in the world need cures for cancer
I got questions, I need answers
[Chorus]
[U-God]
This one right here, I compose this lyric
For your self esteem, to up lift your spirit
Take my kindness for weakness, and you try to smear it
All you dumb, deaf and blinds, ain't trynna to hear it
It's the jealousy, envy, lust and greed
Care less for what ya want, or more of what you need
And it's hard to believe and have faith in people
When you stuck in the battle over good and evil
[Chorus]
[Outro: U-God]
Yo, don't worry ya head, sweetheart
Everything is gonna work out fine
If it was meant for you to have it
You'll have it, don't give up ya dreams, never
Ever, ever, give up ya dreams, keep on pushing
The song "Stop" by U-God is an inspiring piece that provides reassurance to those who are feeling down and struggling in life. The song opens with a soothing melody and the vocals of Ebony Burke, who sings about the common struggles people face each day. U-God starts his verse by acknowledging the shortness of life but advocates for enjoying it by sitting back and relaxing. He uses metaphors such as "smell the fresh air, the morning dew" and "let the sunshine come beaming through" to indicate that people should take time to appreciate the beautiful things that life has to offer.
The lyrics suggest that people should put their worries and stress aside and focus on themselves and their loved ones. U-God's perspective is that everyone has problems, but what is important is taking care of oneself and not comparing one's problems to others. He encourages individuals to keep pushing, to reach for their dreams, and never to give up on them.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you think you struggling
I understand that you feel like you are going through hard times
And everything looks bad
You feel like nothing is going right
Over the hug, you can't get
You are missing physical touch and affection
And that just makes you mad
This lack of physical touch is making you frustrated
Can't trust the man beside you
You don't have trust in those around you
And got no real true friends
You feel like you don't have any close friends
Keep waiting on the day
You are hoping for a better future
When all your drama's gonna end
A time when your problems will be resolved
Stop, look and listen
Take a moment to reflect and pay attention
Life, is a blessing
Be grateful for the gift of life
Stop, all your stressing
Stop worrying about things you can't control
You'll, find what's missing
You will eventually find what you are searching for
Just carry on, just carry on, just carry on
Keep moving forward
Life's so short, but I'm suppose to do it
Life is brief, but I have a purpose
Sit back, relax and enjoy the view
Take a moment to appreciate life
Smell the fresh air, the morning dew
Take in the beauty of nature
Let the sunshine come beaming through
Allow positivity into your life
Broken rules, beneath the crimes
There are unjust circumstances
We all god's creatures, the streets is mine
We are all equal in the eyes of God
Forget your stress, release your mind
Let go of your worries
Take all your worries, leave 'em all behind
Don't let your worries hold you back
Now, peep my rhyme and you see my cause
Listen to my words and understand my message
We all got problems, we all got flaws
Everyone has their own struggles and imperfections
We all got heartaches, we all got sores
We all experience pain
Just make sure you take care of you and yours
Put yourself and your loved ones first
I got jewels for the mind, more fruit to eat
I have wisdom to share and abundance to enjoy
You are exceptional, you are unique
You are special and one of a kind
You are truly special, to be on earth
Your existence is valuable
You are really blessed, it can be more worse
You have many blessings to count
Now feel my hurt, hear my lions roar
Listen to my struggles and determination
Reach for your dreams and try to soar
Chase your goals and ambitions
Push through the door, the lord's thy sheppard
Trust in God to guide you
Lean on the shoulders, when times is hectic
Rely on those around you when things get tough
People got problems, try to accept it
Everyone has their own issues
No food to eat, baby need pampers
People are facing basic necessities
People in the world need cures for cancer
There are global issues that need attention
I got questions, I need answers
There are things I still don't understand
This one right here, I compose this lyric
This song was created with a specific intention
For your self esteem, to up lift your spirit
To boost your confidence and mood
Take my kindness for weakness, and you try to smear it
Don't mistake my kindness as a weakness
All you dumb, deaf and blinds, ain't trynna to hear it
Those who are ignorant won't understand
It's the jealousy, envy, lust and greed
Negative emotions can cause a lot of harm
Care less for what ya want, or more of what you need
Focus on the things that truly matter
And it's hard to believe and have faith in people
It's difficult to trust others sometimes
When you stuck in the battle over good and evil
When faced with conflicts between right and wrong
Yo, don't worry ya head, sweetheart
Don't stress, my friend
Everything is gonna work out fine
Things will fall into place
If it was meant for you to have it
What's meant to be will be
You'll have it, don't give up ya dreams, never
Don't give up on your goals and aspirations, ever
Ever, ever, give up ya dreams, keep on pushing
Keep striving towards your dreams
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: EBONY NICOLE BURKS, LAMONT JODY HAWKINS, MICHAEL J BAIARDI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Earn Incorporated
yoo I'm fuckin wit this joint
Juan800 Pimpbot
I really like three tracks off this which is not great for a Wutang member but i also wasnt a big fan of Raekwons Immobilarity but that don't mean they still don't have their Ill shit.
Omar Martin
This is fucking dope man this is the fucking moment i have been fucking waiting for man i love wu tang
X Zu
amen !