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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House Of The Flying Daggers
Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics
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我想你正经对我没说盖熟悉
看起来呆呆 无聊嘛不错
今嘛是什么情形我完全拢了解
我不爱风头 我嘛未假傲
我甲意事事项项拢要照步来
你做你爽势 你作你挤样
我不免步数尽展证明我存在
不知悔改 看谁较厉害
红色的青光 惊骇的色彩
在我的脑海随时会冻迸出来
我注定成功 不属于失败
我不要甲你相争只是为现在
时机若未到 凡是就忍耐
打草若惊蛇代志就抹那精采
你尽量派头 观前没顾后
你已经一步一步死亡界线来
耐心等待 到时你就知
不知悔改 看谁较厉害
我已经回来 时间是现在
不管你甲意抑没这摆我欲来
目睭拨乎金 脚尾续乎在
乎你看什么才是胜利的姿态
耐心等待 到时你就知
不知悔改 看谁较厉害
耐心等待 到时你就知
衬衬采采 看谁较厉害
The lyrics to Wu-Tang Clan's "House of the Flying Daggers" convey a message of perseverance and determination in the face of obstacles and opposition. The singer of the song is confident in their abilities and is not swayed by the actions or words of others. They are patient in their pursuit of success and know that their time will come. They are not interested in engaging in unnecessary conflict but will defend themselves if necessary.
The lines "我不免步数尽展证明我存在" ("I can't help but take every step to prove my existence") and "我注定成功 不属于失败" ("I'm destined for success, not failure") highlight the singer's unwavering belief in themselves and their ability to overcome any challenge. The lyrics also reference the concept of timing, suggesting that success will come when the time is right and that patience is key.
Overall, the lyrics to "House of the Flying Daggers" convey a message of determination, confidence, and patience in the face of adversity. The singer is focused on their goals and is willing to wait for the right opportunity to achieve them.
Line by Line Meaning
心情很轻松 没什么阻碍
My mood is light and carefree, there are no obstacles in my path.
我想你正经对我没说盖熟悉
I believe you are familiar with me, even if you don't admit it openly.
看起来呆呆 无聊嘛不错
Appearing dull and uninterested isn't so bad.
今嘛是什么情形我完全拢了解
I know the exact situation we are in right now.
我不爱风头 我嘛未假傲
I don't like to be the center of attention, but I'm also not afraid to be myself.
我甲意事事项项拢要照步来
I intend to follow my own path and do things my way.
你做你爽势 你作你挤样
You do what you want and act however you please.
我不免步数尽展证明我存在
I will not hesitate to prove my presence and worth.
耐心等待 到时你就知
I am patiently waiting, and you will know when the time is right.
不知悔改 看谁较厉害
If you refuse to change your ways, we'll see who comes out on top.
红色的青光 惊骇的色彩
The bright red colors and shocking imagery stick in my mind constantly.
在我的脑海随时会冻迸出来
The image is always ready to jump out of my mind at any moment.
我注定成功 不属于失败
I am destined for success, failure is not an option for me.
我不要甲你相争只是为现在
I don't want to fight with you, I just want to focus on the present.
时机若未到 凡是就忍耐
If the timing isn't right, then I'll have to be patient and wait.
打草若惊蛇代志就抹那精采
I'll make sure to strike when the time is right and catch everyone off guard.
你尽量派头 观前没顾后
You can try to show off and be reckless, but you will regret it in the end.
你已经一步一步死亡界线来
You are unknowingly approaching the line of no return, step by step.
我已经回来 时间是现在
I am back and ready to take on the present moment.
不管你甲意抑没这摆我欲来
Whether you like it or not, I am here to stay and do what I want.
目睭拨乎金 脚尾续乎在
My eyes are fixed on the prize, and I am always ready to move forward.
乎你看什么才是胜利的姿态
It's up to you to decide what constitutes a victorious stance.
衬衬采采 看谁较厉害
Let's see who truly comes out on top in the end.
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