Da Mystery of Chessboxin’
Wu‐Tang Clan Lyrics

The game of chess is like a sword fight
Chess is a strategic game where you have to think carefully before making a move, much like a fight with swords.

You must think first before you move
In order to succeed in chess or any battle, you need to plan and strategize before taking any action.

Toad style is immensely strong and immune to nearly any weapon
The Toad style, when used correctly, is incredibly powerful and can defend against almost any attack.

When it's properly used it's almost invincible
If the Toad style is employed effectively, it becomes extremely difficult for opponents to defeat.

Raw I'ma give it to ya, with no trivia
I'll give it to you straight and without any unnecessary details or distractions.

Raw like cocaine straight from Bolivia
My style is pure, unadulterated, and impactful just like cocaine from Bolivia.

My hip-hop will rock and shock the nation
My music will have a profound and shocking impact on the entire nation.

Like the Emancipation Proclamation
Similar to the Emancipation Proclamation, my music will bring freedom and empowerment.

Weak MC's approach with slang that's dead
Incompetent MCs rely on outdated and ineffective slang in their approach.

You might as well run into the wall and bang your head
Attempting to compete with me using such slang is as futile as repeatedly banging your head against a wall.

I'm pushing force, my force you're doubting
I am confident in my strength and abilities, even if you doubt them.

I'm making devils cower to the Caucus Mountains
I have the power to intimidate and frighten even the most wicked individuals all the way to the Caucus Mountains.

Well, I'm a sire, I set the microphone on fire
I am a king in this realm and my energetic performance ignites the microphone with my fiery lyrics.

Rap styles vary, and carry like Mariah
Rap styles are diverse and widespread, just like Mariah Carey's vocal range and impact.

I come from the Shaolin slum, and the isle I'm from
I originate from the poverty-stricken Shaolin area and the island where I grew up.

Is coming through with nuff niggas, and nuff guns
I am accompanied by a large group of loyal friends and armed with plenty of weapons.

So if you wanna come sweating, stressing contesting
If you are seeking conflict and want to challenge me with anxiety and pressure,

You'll catch a sharp sword to the midsection
You will face the consequences of your actions, getting stabbed by a sharp sword in your midsection.

Don't talk the talk, if you can't walk the walk
Don't boast and make claims if you cannot back them up with actions.

Phony niggas are outlined in chalk
Fake individuals will meet their demise, outlined in chalk as they are marked for their deceit.

I'm mad vexed, it's what the projects made me
I'm filled with anger and frustration, a result of the challenging environment I grew up in.

Rebel to the grain, there's no way to barricade me
I defy societal norms and restrictions, unable to be contained or stopped.

Steamrolling niggas like an eighteen-wheeler
I overpower and crush my adversaries relentlessly, just like a massive eighteen-wheeler truck.

With a drunk driver driving, there's no surviving
The force I bring is so powerful that even with a reckless and careless driver, there is no chance of survival.

Rough like Timberland wear, yeah
My style is rugged and tough, similar to the durability of Timberland boots.

Me and the Clan, and yo the Landcruisers out there
Myself and my fellow Clan members, including the Landcruisers in the area,

Peace to all the crooks, all the niggas with bad looks
Shoutout to all the individuals involved in illegal activities, those with tough appearances and reputations.

Bald heads, braids, blow this hook
Everyone with shaved heads or braided hair can relate and appreciate this hook.

We got chrome Tecs, nickel-plated Macs
We possess powerful firearms, including chrome Tecs and nickel-plated Macs.

Black Ac's, drug dealing styles in phat stacks
We own black Acuras and engage in drug dealing, generating significant amounts of wealth.

I only been a good nigga for a minute though
I have only recently attempted to improve my standing as a respectable individual.

Cuz I got to get my props, and win it yo
I need to earn my respect and accolades, and that's why I am working hard.

I got beef wit commercial-ass niggas with gold teeth
I have conflicts and disagreements with mainstream artists who appear commercialized and flaunt gold teeth.

Lamping in a Lexus eating beef
These individuals are luxuriating in their Lexus cars, enjoying a life of excess while causing harm.

Straight up and down don't even bother
To put it simply and bluntly, it's not even worth your trouble.

I got forty niggas up in here now, who kill niggas fathers
I currently have a formidable group of forty individuals here, capable of taking revenge and murdering the fathers of our enemies.

My peoples are you with me where you at?
Are my loyal supporters and friends present and ready to support me?

In the front, in the back killa-bees on attack
Whether in the front or the back, the deadly killer bees are ready to launch their assault.

Smoking meth hitting cats on the block with the gats
Engaging in drug use and violence, attacking individuals on the street with guns.

Here I go, deep type flow
I am about to dive into a profound and impactful flow.

Jacques Cousteau could never get this low
Even the renowned Jacques Cousteau could never reach the depths of my lyrical prowess.

I'm cherry bombing shits, Boom
I'm explosively and spectacularly causing chaos, like a cherry bomb exploding.

Just warming up a little bit, vroom vroom
I'm just getting started, revving up my skills and energy.

Rappin' is what's happening
Rap music is the current trend and what's popular.

Keep the pockets stacked and then, hands clapping and
By accumulating wealth, the audience will applaud and appreciate my skills.

At the party when I move my body
When I dance and groove at the party,

Gotta get up and be somebody!
I must rise and prove my worth and identity!

Grab the microphone put strength to the bone
Take hold of the microphone and deliver powerful and impactful lyrics.

Duh-Duh-Duh, enter the Wu-Tang zone
Immerse yourself in the unique and captivating world of Wu-Tang Clan.

Sure enough when I rock that stuff
Without a doubt, my performance and music will captivate and impress.

Guff puff? I'm gonna catch your bluff tuff
If you try to deceive or challenge me, I will expose your lies and prove that I'm tougher.

Rough, kicking rhymes like Jim Kelly
I deliver rough and powerful rhymes, reminiscent of the legendary Jim Kelly.

Or Alex Haley I'm a Mi-Beetle Bailey rhymes
Similar to Alex Haley, the author of 'Roots,' I tell stories through my rhymes, like the character Beetle Bailey.

Coming raw style, hardcore
I come with a raw, unpolished style, delivering hardcore and intense lyrics.

Niggas be coming to the hip-hop store
People flock to the world of hip-hop, eager to consume and be part of the culture.

Coming to buy grocery from me
They come to me for their lyrical needs, just like buying groceries from a store.

Trying to be a hip-hop MC
They aspire to become respected and skilled hip-hop performers.

The law, in order to enter the Wu-Tang
In order to be accepted into the prestigious Wu-Tang Clan,

You must bring the Ol' Dirty Bastard type slang
You must possess the unique and distinct linguistic style of Ol' Dirty Bastard.

Represent the GZA, Abbott, RZA, Shaquan, Inspectah Deck
Represent the various members of the Wu-Tang Clan, such as GZA, Abbott, RZA, Shaquan, and Inspectah Deck.

Dirty Ol' getting low wit his flow
Ol' Dirty Bastard, with his unrefined and raw style, gets down with his flow.

Introducing, the Ghostface Killah!
Now introducing the talented and skillful Ghostface Killah!

No one could get iller
Nobody can surpass or outshine his skills and abilities.

Speaking of the devil psych, no it's the God, get the shit right
Contrary to speaking about the devil, it's actually the God (referring to themselves) speaking, so pay attention and get the facts straight.

Mega trife, and yo I killed you in a past life
I am extremely ruthless and dangerous, and I have defeated you in a previous existence.

On the mic while you was kicking that fast shit
While you were rapping with excessive speed and arrogance,

You reneged tried again, and got blasted
You backed down initially, then tried to challenge me again and suffered a harsh defeat.

Half mastered ass style mad ruff task
Your rapping style is only partially developed and lacks refinement, making it a difficult challenge.

When I struck I had on Timbs and a black mask
When I attacked you, I was wearing Timberland boots and a black mask.

Remember that shit? I know you don't remember jack
Do you recall that incident? I doubt you remember anything about it.

That night, yo I was hitting like a spiked bat
That particular evening, I was delivering blows as powerful as a bat spiked with nails.

And then you thought I was bugged out, and crazy
You believed I had lost my mind and was acting irrationally.

Strapped for nonsense, after me became lazy
You were armed with pointless excuses and became lazy after confronting me.

Yo, nobody budge while I shot slugs
Everybody remained motionless as I fired bullets towards my enemies.

Never shot thugs, I'm running with thugs that flood mugs
I have never targeted innocent individuals, but I associate with dangerous individuals who engage in criminal activities.

So grab your 8 + 1, start flipping and tripping
Get your weapon, load it up with 8 bullets plus one in the chamber, and be prepared to engage in violent and reckless behavior.

Niggas is jetting, I'm licking off son
My enemies are fleeing while I shoot at them relentlessly.

Homicide's illegal and death is the penalty
Killing someone is against the law, and the punishment is death.

What justifies the homicide, when he dies?
What causes someone to justify committing a murder, even when the victim meets their demise?

In his own iniquity it's the
The person's own immoral actions ultimately lead to their death.

Master of the Mantis Rapture coming at ya
I am the skilled and formidable Master of the Mantis Rapture, approaching and confronting you.

We have an APB on an MC Killer
There's an all-points bulletin out for an MC Killer, someone who destroys fellow rappers.

Looks like the work of a Master
The way the crime has been committed indicates the involvement of a highly skilled individual.

Evidence indicates that his stature
Evidence suggests that the suspect possesses a significant and influential position.

Merciless like a terrorist hard to capture
This individual is ruthless, similar to a terrorist, making it challenging to apprehend them.

The flow changes like a chameleon
My rap flow is adaptable and versatile, just like a chameleon's ability to change colors.

Plays like a friend, and stabs you like a dagger
My rap style may initially seem friendly and harmless, but it can quickly reveal its true nature, stabbing you with its impact.

This technique attacks the immune system
My rap technique targets and weakens the listener's defenses.

Disguised like a lie paralyzing the victim
My rap, disguised as a falsehood, leaves the listener paralyzed and unable to react.

You scream as it enters your bloodstream
You cry out in pain as my rap penetrates your consciousness and takes hold of your emotions.

Erupts your brain from the pain these thoughts contain
The thoughts conveyed in my lyrics cause your brain to erupt with intense pain and emotional turmoil.

Moving on a nigga with the speed of a centipede
I advance and attack my opponents swiftly, as fast as a centipede.

And injure any motherfucking contender!
I cause harm and injury to anyone foolish enough to challenge or compete against me.