Wu-Tang Clan is a hip-hop group that consists of: RZA, GZA/Genius, Ghostfac… Read Full Bio ↴Wu-Tang Clan is a hip-hop group that consists of: RZA, GZA/Genius, Ghostface Killah, Raekwon, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, U-God, and Masta Killa. They are frequently joined by fellow childhood friend Cappadonna, a quasi member of the group. They were formed in (and are associated with) the New York City borough of Staten Island (referred to by members as "Shaolin"), though Masta Killa and GZA are from Brooklyn and Inspectah Deck is from the Bronx. They have gone on to become multi-platinum record producers, Grammy winners, TV and film stars, screenwriters, product spokespersons, business owners and, most recently, major motion picture composers. The Clan featured nine MCs until the death of Ol' Dirty Bastard in 2004. One of the most critically and commercially successful hip hop groups of all time, Wu-Tang Clan shot to fame through their uncompromising brand of hardcore rap music. Since their debut, they have introduced or launched the careers of numerous other artists and groups, and already in 1994 there were credited to be over 300 Wu-Tang Clan affiliates, known as the Wu-Tang Killa Bees, consisting of rappers, producers, and record label CEOs.

The founders of the Wu-Tang Clan were RZA, GZA, and Ol' Dirty Bastard, who had previously formed the group Force of the Imperial Master (later known as All In Together Now after the release of a popular single by that name). The group attracted the attention of some notable figures in the industry, including Biz Markie, but did not manage to secure a record deal. After the crew dissolved, GZA and RZA (then known as Prince Rakeem) embarked on their solo careers with Cold Chillin' Records and Tommy Boy Records respectively, but to little success. Their frustration with the workings of the hip hop music industry would provide the main inspiration to Wu-Tang Clan's revolutionary business plan. According to The Wu-Tang Manual, at the group's inception, RZA promised the members that if he had total control of the Wu-Tang empire, it would conquer the hip hop world within a dynastic cycle, after which he would relinquish his total control.

Wu-Tang Clan was gradually assembled in late 1992 from friends and accomplices from around Staten Island, New York, with RZA as the de-facto leader and the group's main producer. Two of the cousins, GZA (pronounced Jizza) and RZA (pronounced Rizza), created their new Wu-Tang aliases by mimicking the sound that the words "genius" and "razor" would make when scratched on a turntable.

"Wu-Tang" comes from the name of the Taoist holy mountain Wu Dang in northwest Hubei Province in central China; it was also the site of the Ming Dynasty Purple Imperial City built during the reign of the Yongle Emperor in the early 15th century. RZA and Ol' Dirty Bastard adopted the name for the group after seeing the kung fu film Shaolin and Wu Tang, which features a school of warriors trained in Wu-Tang style. The group's debut album loosely adopted a Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang theme, dividing the album into Shaolin and Wu-Tang sections and using dialogue excerpts as skits.

The group have also developed various backronyms for the name (as hip hop pioneers like KRS-One and Big Daddy Kane did with their names), including "We Usually Take All the Niggas' Garments," "Witty Unpredictable Talent and Natural Game" and "Wisdom, Universe, Truth, Allah, Nation, and God".

Method Man has also mentioned that the "Wu" is the sound a sword makes when cutting through the air, and "Tang" is the sound it makes against a shield.

The Clan first became known to hip hop fans, and to major record labels, in 1993 (see 1993 in music) following the release of the independent single "Protect Ya Neck", which immediately gave the group a sizeable underground following. Though there was some difficulty in finding a record label that would sign Wu-Tang Clan while still allowing each member to record solo albums with other labels, Loud/RCA finally agreed, releasing their debut album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), in late 1993. This album was popular and critically-acclaimed, though it took some time to gain momentum. Though hip hop had long had a gritty texture, the surreal aggression and minimalist production of 36 Chambers nevertheless had a huge impact on the genre, and was to prove massively influential over the next decade. By the beginning of the 21st century, the album had become a regular fixture on "Best Albums of the 90s" lists as well as a frequent choice for "Best Albums of All Time" lists. The success of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) established the group as a creative and influential force in early 1990s hip hop, allowing GZA, RZA, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Inspectah Deck, U-God, and Masta Killa to negotiate solo contracts.

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Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics

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I don't even get you
But I love it when I'm with ya
I don't see no issues
So why you so suspicious
You just so suspicious

I ain't shit
That's just something I admit

Those three words I omit
I fear the things I might regret
With you
We've been dancing on the moon
Looking in your eyes
I could see a thousand miles
Baby i just love the view

I don't even get you
But I love it when I'm with ya
I don't see no issues
So why you so suspicious
You just so suspicious

Enjoy the quest
You've got a thousand questions
There's nothing on my mind
Just you and all the things we could do
If we had time
With you
We've been dancing on the moon
Looking in your eyes
I could see a thousand miles
Baby i just love the view

I don't even get you
But I love it when I'm with ya
I don't see no issues
So why you so suspicious
You just so suspicious

Tearing off the locks
Open up the box
Only thing she said don't stop
She so bad I called the cops
She's so fine I'll take the charge
In the cut don't leave a scar
Flying somewhere past mars

Never thought we'd get this far
But I had a feeling from the start

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Wu-Tang Clan's song "1000" convey a sense of attraction and infatuation towards someone despite not fully understanding them. The singer expresses their love for the person they are with, acknowledging that they don't comprehend everything about them, but that doesn't affect their enjoyment of the relationship. The line "I don't see no issues, so why you so suspicious?" suggests that despite there being no apparent problems in their connection, the other person still remains suspicious or hesitant.

In the second paragraph, the singer admits to not being the best person and acknowledges their shortcomings. By omitting the three words "I ain't shit," they imply a sense of self-awareness and honesty. They express a fear of potential regrets, suggesting a level of vulnerability. Despite this, being with the other person ignites a sense of joy and freedom, almost like dancing on the moon. The line "Looking in your eyes, I could see a thousand miles" implies that looking into the other person's eyes provides a sense of depth and clarity, as if they can see a vast distance ahead.

The third paragraph brings attention to the other person's curiosity and the singer's lack of concerns or distractions. The line "Enjoy the quest, you've got a thousand questions" indicates that the other person is inquisitive and perhaps even searching for answers. The singer, however, is fully focused on the other person, emphasizing their desire to explore all the possibilities and experiences they could share together given time. The phrase "dancing on the moon" is reiterated, exemplifying the boundless joy and freedom in their connection.

The final paragraph depicts the singer's willingness to go to great lengths for the person they are attracted to. The lines "Tearing off the locks, open up the box" suggest a desire to explore and uncover the other person's secrets or hidden depths. The mention of calling the cops and taking a charge implies that the other person's allure is so captivating that even breaking the law would be worth it. The reference to flying past Mars metaphorically communicates their surprising progress in the relationship, going beyond their initial expectations. The lyrics convey a sense of intuition and premonition from the start, indicating that the singer had a feeling things would progress to this point.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't even get you
I don't fully understand you

But I love it when I'm with ya
But I enjoy being with you

I don't see no issues
I don't perceive any problems

So why you so suspicious
So why are you distrustful

You just so suspicious
You are overly skeptical

I ain't shit
I am not important

That's just something I admit
That's a fact I acknowledge

Those three words I omit
I avoid saying those three words

I fear the things I might regret
I am afraid of potential regrets

With you
When I am with you

We've been dancing on the moon
We've been experiencing a great time together