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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Fuck You Man
Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics
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Sixteen men on a deadman's chest
Your host is heat, Mr. H-O-T
And I get ya get splashed with da Tec
Nobody go till da God say so
You got a second or mo'
To run for da door
Before I blow back off da Meth contact
You didn't know Stat
Cook you down like that
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer hide,
For it's no longer fun no no no(All day, every day)
Yeah, you can say what you want
But it won't change my mind
I'll feel the same, about you
And you can tell me your reasons
But it won't change my feelings
I'll feel the same, about you
See my pinky, see my thumb
See that kid with da pump shotgun
Mr. Meth hold da four most death
Cats is that wrong, songs too long
Mr. Bigmouth could that be trout
You need to diss out, ya style no doubt
Shaolinstra, to da Shaolin slum
Rum- Pom- Pom on my Shaolin drum... Yeah
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I can no longer hide,
For it's no longer fun no no no(All day, every day)
Yeah, you can say what you want
But it won't change my mind
I'll feel the same, about you
And you can tell me your reasons
But it won't change my feelings
I'll feel the same, about you
Yeah, you can say what you want
But it won't change my mind
I'll feel the same, about you
And you can tell me your reasons
But it won't change my feelings
I'll feel the same, about you
I've said goodnight try to sleep tight
(M.M.: 1 time for ya crooked ear, 2 times for ya crooked ear)
Just dream of me
Go close your eyes cause I've closed mine
(M.M.: 3 times for ya crooked ear, 4 times for ya crooked ear)
When you dream of me
The lyrics of Wu-Tang Clan's song "Fuck You Man" are filled with vivid imagery and wordplay. The opening lines, "As I walk in da shadow of death / Sixteen men on a deadman's chest," immediately set the tone for the song. The singer, Mr. H-O-T, is a menacing figure. He wields a Tec-9 and warns anyone in his path that they have a short amount of time to escape before he unleashes his wrath. The next line, "You didn't know Stat / Cook you down like that," is a warning to anyone who underestimates Mr. H-O-T. The verse also references "Meth contact" which refers to the drug crystal methamphetamine.
The chorus is a repetition of the lines "And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo) / I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no / And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo) / I can no longer hide, For it's no longer fun no no no (All day, every day)." The meaning of the chorus is unclear, but it seems to suggest that the singer is at a point of no return, where they can no longer escape their problems or hide from those who are after them.
The next verse includes more vivid imagery, describing a man holding a pump shotgun, and Mr. Meth, who is the "four most death." There is a reference to "Shaolin drum" which is a nod to the Wu-Tang Clan's home base in the Shaolin section of Staten Island. The verse ends with the line "Rum-Pom-Pom on my Shaolin drum," which is a reference to the sound of a gun being fired, and ties the violent imagery of the verse together.
Overall, the song "Fuck You Man" is a track that showcases the Wu-Tang Clan's lyrical prowess, with vivid imagery, wordplay, and references to their home base in Staten Island.
Line by Line Meaning
As I walk in da shadow of death
I am in a place of great danger and uncertainty.
Sixteen men on a deadman's chest
I am surrounded by dangerous people who will stop at nothing to achieve their goals.
Your host is heat, Mr. H-O-T
I am the one in charge, and I am not to be messed with.
And I get ya get splashed with da Tec
If you cross me, you will face the consequences.
Nobody go till da God say so
I am the one making the decisions here, and no one leaves until I say so.
You got a second or mo'
You better act fast if you don't want to be in trouble.
To run for da door
Your only chance to escape is to run for the door.
Before I blow back off da Meth contact
If you don't leave now, there will be serious consequences.
You didn't know Stat
You underestimated me, and now you will pay the price.
Cook you down like that
I will take you down quickly and efficiently.
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I know when it's time to take action.
I can no longer slide, I can no longer run no no no
I can't avoid the situation any longer.
And when I get that feeling (Yo, Yo)
I know when it's time to face the truth.
I can no longer hide,
I can't keep pretending everything is okay.
For it's no longer fun no no no(All day, every day)
I can't ignore the problems and pretend they don't exist.
Yeah, you can say what you want
You can try to argue with me, but it won't change my opinion.
But it won't change my mind
I am firm in my beliefs and won't be swayed.
I'll feel the same, about you
Regardless of what you say, my opinion of you won't change.
And you can tell me your reasons
You can explain your side of the story, but it won't change how I feel.
But it won't change my feelings
I am set in my emotions and won't be moved.
See my pinky, see my thumb
Look at me and see how powerful I am.
See that kid with da pump shotgun
I have armed myself and am ready to defend myself.
Mr. Meth hold da four most death
I am highly dangerous and can take anyone down.
Cats is that wrong, songs too long
Others underestimate my abilities and think I'm taking too long to act.
Mr. Bigmouth could that be trout
I won't tolerate people who talk too much and don't act.
You need to diss out, ya style no doubt
You need to step up and prove yourself.
Shaolinstra, to da Shaolin slum
I come from a tough place and am not to be messed with.
Rum- Pom- Pom on my Shaolin drum... Yeah
I am confident in my abilities and won't back down.
I've said goodnight try to sleep tight
I am leaving now, and it's time for everyone else to go to bed.
(M.M.: 1 time for ya crooked ear, 2 times for ya crooked ear)
I am still in control and making the rules.
Just dream of me
You won't forget me anytime soon.
Go close your eyes cause I've closed mine
It's time for everyone to sleep and rest.
(M.M.: 3 times for ya crooked ear, 4 times for ya crooked ear)
I am still in charge and giving orders.
When you dream of me
You will remember me and what I'm capable of.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG Rights Management
Written by: CLIFFORD SMITH, JOHN MC ELHONE, ROBERT F DIGGS, SHARLEEN SPITERI
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@RegisTM
There should definitely be a Wu Tang Clan film. NWA set the bar high but they ain't the only rap group who changed hip hop.
@nickgarcia5448
im from arizona homeboy and i think wu tang is the best rap group out of any crew in my opinion
@cloudystraightfromeden
totally agree
a film about the wu-tang would be fucking amazing
@defone96
+Nick Garcia what part of Az UofA homie
@nickgarcia5448
+Def One wildcats nation all day..tucson homeboy
@defone96
+Nick Garcia we taken the title to home for Basketball
@averywashingtonjr3528
Itโs crazy how every member was soooo talented
@TonyTarantula
Exactly
@bhka6423
ODB, RZA, U-God, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Cappadonna, Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck, GZA and Method Man even sounded completely different to each other and had different styles. If you listen to new rap groups like Migos, all of them sound the same. It is so ironic that rappers who were in the same group didnโt sound the same while almost all new rappers sound the same.
@chadwicktouchdown
@@bhka6423 old man take