Gravel Pit
Wu?Tang Clan Lyrics


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1, 2, 1, 2, yo check this out, it's the jump off right now
I want everybody, to put your work down, put your guns down
And report to the pit, the gravel pit
Leave your problems at home, leave your children at home
We gon' take it back underground, I be Bobby Boulders
Wu-tang Clan on yo' mind one time
It's the jump off, so just jump off my nigga
Check out my gravel pit
A mystery unraveling
Wu-tang is the CD that I travel with
Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it

Ha, holocaust from the land of the lost
Behold the pale horse, off course (off course)
Follow me, Wu-Tang gotta be
The best thing since Starks and Clark Wallabees
African killer bees blackwatch
On your radio, blowin out yo' watts
From Park Hill, the house on haunted hill
Every time you walk by your back get a chill
Let's peel, who want to talk rap skills
I spit like a semi-automatic to the grill
Elbow grease, and elbow room
Baby play me, baby fall down, go boom
Party people gather round, count down to apocalypse
(I'm the kid with the golden arms)
And I'm the motherfuckin hott nikks
Pass the blunt
My nigga don't front
You had it for a minute but it seem like a month
Now I'm chokin', smokin', hopin'
I don't croakin', from overdosin'
Hey, kid, walk straight, master your high
Wu and Meth got you open (open), let's ride
Can't stand niggas that floss too much
Can't stand Bentleys they cost too much
Kid wanna get up then kid get touched
Kid wanna stick up then kid get stuck
I'm the one that called your bluff
When your boy tried to act tough
Remember what Ol' Dirty said: "I'll fuck yo' ass up!"
Now listen

Back, back and forth and forth
Check out my gravel pit
A mystery unraveling
Wu-tang is the CD that I travel with
Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it

E with the English, extinguish styles extremist
Bald head beamers run wild
It's the kid with the gold cup
Stepped out like what
What's poppin', and y'all niggas dobo
Blastin' shae shae, chocolate shortae
Rich color mocks, rock those all day
1960 shit I'm Goldie
That's right motherfucker don't hold me
The world's greatest, Las Vegas, paid as rock
Skin painted on my face look ageless
Perfect combos, Ghost bang out condos
Jeff from Hamo, ex three bangos
Bancos, stank hoes in plain clothes
Change those, bang those, same old, same old

Yeah y'all, straight up this the jump off right here
The gravel pit, word up represent, rock the boulders
All my rich gangsta style, killers, y'all know what time it is
Shorty do your thing, get up on that shit right now boo, do you
That's what I'm talkin 'bout

Yo, step to my groove, move like this
When we shoot the gift of course it's ruthless
Grab the mic with no excuses
In a sec, grab the Tecs and loot this
Executing, shaking all sets, and I'm breaking all hex
I'm taking all bets, move all best, who want the dram' next
You all stank, we got the bigger bank
Bigger shank to fill your tank
Still the same kill you for real, while you crank
Slide, do or die, fry to bake
Admire the greats, on fire wit a heart of hate
Bitter shark, every part I take, heavy darts that quake
It's okay, all fakes, get caught by the dropkicks
You know the thrill, yes it's Park Hill
Yo we hit 'em with the hot grits
On the go, check the flow, saying Wu don't rock shit
Stop quick, hold the gossip, stop sweating my pockets
I hear the hot shit

Check out my gravel pit
A mystery unraveling
Wu-tang is the CD that I travel with
Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it
You don't have to move a mountain
Just give me enough strength to climb




Oh Lord ! Don't take away my stumbling vows
And lead me a round

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Wu-Tang Clan's song Gravel Pit are about the rough and rugged experiences of living in their neighborhood, known as the "gravel pit." They invite their listeners to leave their problems and children at home and join them in going back underground. Wu-Tang Clan introduces themselves to their listeners as they always do, with a reference to their aliases. Then they invite their listeners to jump off with them and forget their worries. The chorus "Check out my gravel pit/A mystery unraveling/Wu-Tang is the CD that I travel with/Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it" signifies their pride in their neighborhood and their crew, and also serves as a warning to those who might challenge them.


In the following verses, each member of Wu-Tang Clan takes their turn rapping about their experiences living in the gravel pit. They reference apocalyptic scenarios, ancient history, and The Wizard of Oz. The lyrics also suggest that the best way to survive in their neighborhood is to be tough and not flaunt your wealth. The members boast about their unique style and skill, likened to the Wu-Tang album they carry with them. There are references to smoking marijuana and getting high, but also a warning to "master your high."


Line by Line Meaning

1, 2, 1, 2, yo check this out, it's the jump off right now
Attention everyone, listen up, this is the starting point of something big.


I want everybody, to put your work down, put your guns down
Let's take a break from our daily struggles and leave behind any violent tendencies.


And report to the pit, the gravel pit
Come gather to this location, the gravel pit.


Leave your problems at home, leave your children at home
Whether it's personal issues or family responsibilities, forget about them for a while.


We gon' take it back underground, I be Bobby Boulders Wu-tang Clan on yo' mind one time
Let's revisit our roots and make that real rap music, repping Wu-tang Clan all the way.


It's the jump off, so just jump off my nigga
This is the start of something great, so join in and be a part of it.


Check out my gravel pit A mystery unraveling
Take a look at this location and discover the secrets that come with it.


Wu-tang is the CD that I travel with Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it
I always keep Wu-tang music with me, if you can't handle our style then don't try to challenge us.


Ha, holocaust from the land of the lost
A warning that the upcoming lyrics will be fire and chaotic.


Behold the pale horse, off course (off course)
Referencing a biblical quote, a vision of Death riding a pale horse, and the entanglement of the course of life.


Follow me, Wu-Tang gotta be
Stick with me, Wu-Tang is the best in the rap game.


The best thing since Starks and Clark Wallabees
Wu-Tang Clan is the greatest musical force since Starks and Clark Wallabees shoes were introduced.


African killer bees blackwatch
The Wu-Tang Clan is like swarms of killer bees, full of power and aggression.


On your radio, blowin out yo' watts
Our music is blasting through the radio, so loud that it's breaking your speakers.


From Park Hill, the house on haunted hill
Referencing the group's home base, a haunted house on a hill in Staten Island, NY.


Every time you walk by your back get a chill
Stressful and creepy situations make you feel uneasy and afraid.


Let's peel, who want to talk rap skills
Let's cut away the nonsense and get serious about rapping, ready to prove who's got the real skills.


I spit like a semi-automatic to the grill
My rhymes are so powerful, they hit you hard like a semi-automatic gun to the face.


Elbow grease, and elbow room Baby play me, baby fall down, go boom
We have the strength and space to deliver intense performances, causing our competition to fall apart.


Party people gather round, count down to apocalypse (I'm the kid with the golden arms)
As we prepare to perform, crowds come together to celebrate and count down, with me as the shining star.


And I'm the motherfuckin hott nikks Pass the blunt
I'm the one that everybody is talking about, so let's smoke and vibe together.


My nigga don't front You had it for a minute but it seem like a month Now I'm chokin', smokin', hopin' I don't croakin', from overdosin'
Don't pretend like you don't know what's good, you've already had some of this weed and it feels like an eternity, now smoking and hoping for a good high without overdosing.


Hey, kid, walk straight, master your high Wu and Meth got you open (open), let's ride
Be careful with the drugs, maintain discipline and Wu-Tang Clan's Method Man and Wu got your back, let's enjoy the trip.


Can't stand niggas that floss too much Can't stand Bentleys they cost too much Kid wanna get up then kid get touched Kid wanna stick up then kid get stuck
I dislike people that show off too much and materialism that seems too lavish, if you try to challenge or rob us, you will get in big trouble.


I'm the one that called your bluff When your boy tried to act tough Remember what Ol' Dirty said: 'I'll fuck yo' ass up!' Now listen
I'm the one who busted your claims of toughness, remember the words of late Ol' Dirty Bastard, and pay attention to my next verse.


Back, back and forth and forth Check out my gravel pit A mystery unraveling Wu-tang is the CD that I travel with Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it
The music is always changing and we are always ready to deliver, come look at our mysterious and wild world, and don't even try to challenge us if you can't handle the intensity.


E with the English, extinguish styles extremist Bald head beamers run wild
My rhymes are so skillful and extreme, and my style reminds people of bald and crazy car enthusiasts.


It's the kid with the gold cup Stepped out like what What's poppin', and y'all niggas dobo
I'm the one that comes out bolder than ever, asking what's the hype, and daring others to challenge me.


Blastin' shae shae, chocolate shortae Rich color mocks, rock those all day 1960 shit I'm Goldie That's right motherfucker don't hold me
Let's blast our music and style, celebrating our diversity and being reminiscent of 60s culture, and I'm known as Goldie, the unstoppable one.


The world's greatest, Las Vegas, paid as rock Skin painted on my face look ageless
I'm the most impressive and dynamic performer, and my appearance never seems to age, just like the everlasting glamour of Las Vegas.


Perfect combos, Ghost bang out condos Jeff from Hamo, ex three bangos Bancos, stank hoes in plain clothes Change those, bang those, same old, same old
My rhymes are effortless and powerful, Ghostface Killah is wrecking everything in sight, Jeff from Hamilton comes with experience and skill, relinquishing inferiority, women are hustling for their objectives, knowing they need to make changes and push themselves harder.


Yeah y'all, straight up this the jump off right here The gravel pit, word up represent, rock the boulders All my rich gangsta style, killers, y'all know what time it is Shorty do your thing, get up on that shit right now boo, do you That's what I'm talkin 'bout
This is the beginning of something incredible, starting with the gravel pit, representing all the financial success and gangster lifestyle, and we expect you to rock it with us, ladies do what you do best and own it.


Yo, step to my groove, move like this When we shoot the gift of course it's ruthless Grab the mic with no excuses In a sec, grab the Tecs and loot this Executing, shaking all sets, and I'm breaking all hex I'm taking all bets, move all best, who want the dram' next
I dare everyone to come and challenge my groove, my rap skills are so deadly and ruthless that nobody can stop me, I grab the mic with no hesitation, and in a moment's notice, I will take all the money and run.


You all stank, we got the bigger bank Bigger shank to fill your tank Still the same kill you for real, while you crank Slide, do or die, fry to bake Admire the greats, on fire wit a heart of hate Bitter shark, every part I take, heavy darts that quake It's okay, all fakes, get caught by the dropkicks You know the thrill, yes it's Park Hill Yo we hit 'em with the hot grits On the go, check the flow, saying Wu don't rock shit Stop quick, hold the gossip, stop sweating my pockets I hear the hot shit
You all reek of inferiority, as we have a bigger bank account, and we will literally stab you to death, while you're busy partying, we're hustling and getting ready to attack, watching and destroying with mastery and precision, and anyone can fall, so watch out if you're a fake, we are in our element and owning it, causing you to drop everything and feel the heat of Park Hill where we're from, we're quick and agile in our delivery, while you're just talking empty garbage, and we're able to stand firm and ignore the gossip that people may spew.


Check out my gravel pit A mystery unraveling Wu-tang is the CD that I travel with Don't go against the grain if you can't handle it You don't have to move a mountain Just give me enough strength to climb Oh Lord ! Don't take away my stumbling vows And lead me a round
Take a look at this location and discover the secrets that come with it, listen to our music and follow our journey, don't mess with us if you know you can't handle us, simple as that, just give me a little push to help me climb, I don't ask for much, just give me the ability to overcome obstacles, and God please don't take away my words even if they're flawed, guide me in my mission.




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robert F. Diggs, Lamont Hawkins, Dennis David Coles, Clifford Smith, Paulisa Moorman, Kevin Lloyd Kendrick, Larry Blackmon, Tomi Jenkins, Nathan David Leftenant, Antoine Dominique Duhamel

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@ellen_21

Who is here in 2024? I still love this track so much ๐Ÿ˜๐Ÿ”ฅโค๏ธ

@Fabi_1987

you know the name of the song that came before that from wu tang?

@ellen_21

@@Fabi_1987 I donโ€˜t know their discography but Wikipedia for sure does ๐Ÿคฃ actually I think I only listened to this track by wu tang clan๐Ÿค”

@Fabi_1987

@@ellen_21 ok thx

@michieldeschutter2007

100 % !! BANGER

@StrangePodForStrangeFolk

I'm here in 4220 fawkkkkkkk you mean ๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚๐Ÿ˜‚

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@iliyan-kulishev

The Wu had it all - sharpest rhymes, sharpest beats, crazy creative concepts, best videos in all hip hop.

@sugs1191

Really I always thought they were overrated. This video was brilliant tho

@Slamdog500

@@sugs1191 saying Wu-Tang is overrated is the most obnoxious thing I have heard in my entire life.

@sugs1191

@@Slamdog500 lol they are overrated

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