Soul Power
Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics


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Two thousand and two! (Lookin like a tennis player)
Representin the Wu! (You gangsta nigga?)
Two thousand and two! (You? You isn't!)
Representin' the motherfuckin Wu! (Stand for it right now)
Two thousand and two!
You know how we do!
For you and your crew!
Representin the motherfuckin Wu!

Ayo catch me coolin' in Aruba, one sneaker on
Lookin raw beautiful, a blue Ruger, who you lookin at?
600 whale, steel color, Brazil love us
Y'all niggas is fake, all y'all do is steal from us
Remember this line, I'm that nigga word to my mother
Slap one of y'all fake ass niggas
Reefer from Egypt daddy we rock magnums
All big niggas heavy on the wrist play diss niggas
Ghost story blow 'em, RZA throw the fork through 'em
Me, Wonder Woman cousin, jewelried out, talk to him
Hammers that bust endlessness, cover terrorism what?
Slide in the 7, measure the whips

It's soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
Soul power! (Representin Wu!)
Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
Soul power! (Representin Wu!)

I'm a dollar and a dream from seein' a brick
In grimy hallways, slingin' nicks and treys
When it's on then it's on and poppin', shots lickin'
I'm spittin this shit for the hood, Glock clickin'
Tension in the street, we stressed, still wanna eat
I walk through the valley of death, the hotstepper
Holdin' red pepper, everybody on reach
I need a beat to expand, the mind guide the hand
Pen stroke, excellent quotes of literature
Nights over Egypt, black as Arabia
Gundeliro self I savior, I need the (uh)

Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
Soul power! (Representin Wu!)
Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
Soul power! (Representin Wu!)

Ayo, ayo
Ayo I got the whip smelli'n like lemon
Roger Clemens jerseys the man blew seven cold coolies in the Worthy and
I crush those rappers, keep the toast near the rad-iator
We like our guns warm, it's easier to make the papers
Stayed off, the cape came off, Ghost G'd off
The track's like doin six months and I'mma beat off
At the airport attention always flow in my direction like
You let the best then sparkle his perfection and
Bitches be askin them, Ghost you got so much shit
You need to cash in, bracelets matchin' 'em

Line Cadillacs to blocks, Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx
Jukebox records, flatfooted cops
Get automatic systematic jumpin in your socks
Mama's apple pie in the park hopscotch
Reunited on the radio, Wu-Tang superb
In the sprinklers girls double-dutchin on the curb
Sinatra, the pop the Jackson 5 recordings
Uptown Saturday, "Cotton Came to Harlem"
Ringmaster circus was, Bailey and Barnum
Crack a Coca-Cola, summer heat was my boredom
Dr. J before Jordan, Al Green on the organ
When Rerun did the dance, the whole world saw him
The blackout fears, Foxxy Brown, Pam Grier
Ford motor gear, your life and times queer
"Smokey the Bear", Burt Reynolds gray hair
Throw 'em some gems, throw up your fists and say yeah, it's

It's soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
Soul power! (Representin Wu!)
Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
Soul power! (Representin Wu!)

(I'm the nigga that got you talkin bout "Fight the Power")
Ayo Flav
(Whassup Meth?)
What you know about niggas from Long Island right?
(Huh?)
True Long Island right?
(All my life!)
All your life right?
(All my life!)
Westbury
(Word up, Freeport, Long Island, Roosevelt, Long Island!
And and an-an-and went through Westbury too!
You from Westbury?)
Nah I got family in Westbury, New Castle Park and them
(Oh stop jokin', I ain't know that! You from Hempstead?
Yo man, my family from Hempstead! The Heights man!)
Yeah, and I live
(Word up, come on man)
'race Avenue
(Oh, what?)
'race Avenue, Hundred Terrace Avenue
(Stop jokin, the El Dorados, nigga what?
I got family up in El Dorados right now nigga word!
That's where I'm from, that's my block!
That's my block right there! Ayo!
That's right y'all, that's right, it's all good
Me and Method Man from the motherfuckin hood!
So get it from the Bricks to the fuckin wood!)
Yeah niggas!
(Know what I mean? Word up to the bird up
They caught the bird, made him soup, now I sip from out my cup
Nigga!
Oh yo man you just hit me in the head with a brick for real
You got me bleedin from the side of the head Meth)
You're a beautiful fuckin person
(Yo Meth yo Meth
Yo check one two
Without me havin' my finger in the plug
I'm gettin shocked anyway, hahaha!)





"Since you're all so skilled
Let's fight your way, shaolin style, come on!"

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Wu-Tang Clan's "Soul Power" speak to the strength and resilience of the Wu-Tang Clan and their representation of the streets. The opening lines are a call to action, asking if listeners are ready to stand with the Wu-Tang Clan. The first verse sees Ghostface Killah asserting his power and calling out those who try to steal from the Wu. He even goes so far as to threaten physical violence against those who don't show them respect. The chorus, "Soul power," repeats throughout the song, emphasizing the Wu-Tang Clan's strength and resilience.


The second verse focuses on the struggles and tensions of life on the streets. Inspectah Deck describes his experience growing up in poverty and the necessity of carrying weapons for protection. He also speaks to the power of language and the significance of his own writing. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the strength the Wu-Tang Clan derives from their experiences. The third verse is more lighthearted, describing a nostalgic tour through popular culture of the past, from music to TV shows. The song concludes with the call to action for a final battle, in which the Wu-Tang Clan will fight "shaolin style."


Line by Line Meaning

Two thousand and two! (Lookin like a tennis player)
It's the year 2002 and we're bringing the heat, looking fresh and stylish like professional tennis players.


Representin the Wu! (You gangsta nigga?)
We're representing the Wu-Tang Clan, and asking if you're a true gangster.


Two thousand and two! (You? You isn't!)
It's still 2002, and we're dissing those who claim to be something they're not.


Representin' the motherfuckin Wu! (Stand for it right now)
We're proudly representing the Wu-Tang Clan and demanding that you show respect.


You know how we do!
You already know our style and what we're capable of.


For you and your crew!
We're doing this for you and everyone in your crew.


Ayo catch me coolin' in Aruba, one sneaker on
I'm in a relaxed and cool state of mind, enjoying my time in Aruba with a casual outfit.


Lookin raw beautiful, a blue Ruger, who you lookin at?
I'm looking incredibly powerful and attractive, armed with a blue Ruger handgun, daring anyone to challenge me.


600 whale, steel color, Brazil love us
I'm rolling in a 600 series Mercedes-Benz, colored like steel, and showing how much love and respect we receive in Brazil.


Y'all niggas is fake, all y'all do is steal from us
We see through your fake personas, all you do is imitate and steal from our style and creativity.


Remember this line, I'm that nigga word to my mother
Don't forget this statement, I am the one, and I swear on my mother's life that it's true.


Slap one of y'all fake ass niggas
I'm not afraid to physically harm any of you fake individuals.


Reefer from Egypt daddy we rock magnums
We smoke high-quality marijuana from Egypt, and we're confident and well-armed.


All big niggas heavy on the wrist play diss niggas
We're big and strong individuals with expensive watches, always ready to disrespect and challenge our enemies.


Ghost story blow 'em, RZA throw the fork through 'em
My storytelling abilities are so powerful that they can destroy our enemies, while RZA brings even more destruction with his music production skills.


Me, Wonder Woman cousin, jewelried out, talk to him
I'm related to Wonder Woman, dressed in extravagant jewelry, and ready to engage in a conversation with anyone who dares to challenge me.


Hammers that bust endlessness, cover terrorism what?
We possess guns that can cause never-ending destruction and chaos, so what do you know about covering up acts of terrorism?


Slide in the 7, measure the whips
We smoothly slide into our luxury cars, assessing and comparing the quality and style of various vehicles.


It's soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
We exude an incredible and influential energy, representing our true selves and the year 2002.


Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Our soulful energy is undeniable, and you already know our style and capabilities.


Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
We bring this powerful energy not just for ourselves, but also for you and everyone in your crew.


Soul power! (Representin Wu!)
We proudly represent the Wu-Tang Clan and our soulful energy.


I'm a dollar and a dream from seein' a brick
I'm just a broke individual with big aspirations and dreams of achieving something great.


In grimy hallways, slingin' nicks and treys
I'm hustling and selling drugs in dirty and dangerous hallways, dealing small quantities of drugs.


When it's on then it's on and poppin', shots lickin'
When a conflict arises, it quickly escalates into violence and gunfire.


I'm spittin this shit for the hood, Glock clickin'
I'm expressing my thoughts and experiences for the benefit of my community, with the sound of a Glock handgun making a clicking noise in the background.


Tension in the street, we stressed, still wanna eat
There's a lot of tension and stress in the streets, but we're still determined to survive and fulfill our basic needs.


I walk through the valley of death, the hotstepper
I fearlessly navigate dangerous situations and environments, stepping confidently through the metaphorical valley of death.


Holdin' red pepper, everybody on reach
I'm armed with red pepper spray, ready to defend myself, and everyone around me is also on high alert and prepared to take action.


I need a beat to expand, the mind guide the hand
I require a musical beat to expand my thoughts and ideas, allowing my mind to guide my creative actions.


Pen stroke, excellent quotes of literature
With every stroke of my pen, I create excellent quotes that are on par with the greatness of literature.


Nights over Egypt, black as Arabia
The nights spent in Egypt are filled with darkness and mystery, reminiscent of the blackness of Arabia.


Gundeliro self I savior, I need the (uh)
I consider myself a savior, embodying the spirit of a matador, and expressing my need for something valuable and important.


I'm a dollar and a dream from seein' a brick
I'm just a broke individual with big aspirations and dreams of achieving something great.


In grimy hallways, slingin' nicks and treys
I'm hustling and selling drugs in dirty and dangerous hallways, dealing small quantities of drugs.


When it's on then it's on and poppin', shots lickin'
When a conflict arises, it quickly escalates into violence and gunfire.


I'm spittin this shit for the hood, Glock clickin'
I'm expressing my thoughts and experiences for the benefit of my community, with the sound of a Glock handgun making a clicking noise in the background.


Tension in the street, we stressed, still wanna eat
There's a lot of tension and stress in the streets, but we're still determined to survive and fulfill our basic needs.


I walk through the valley of death, the hotstepper
I fearlessly navigate dangerous situations and environments, stepping confidently through the metaphorical valley of death.


Holdin' red pepper, everybody on reach
I'm armed with red pepper spray, ready to defend myself, and everyone around me is also on high alert and prepared to take action.


I need a beat to expand, the mind guide the hand
I require a musical beat to expand my thoughts and ideas, allowing my mind to guide my creative actions.


Pen stroke, excellent quotes of literature
With every stroke of my pen, I create excellent quotes that are on par with the greatness of literature.


Nights over Egypt, black as Arabia
The nights spent in Egypt are filled with darkness and mystery, reminiscent of the blackness of Arabia.


Gundeliro self I savior, I need the (uh)
I consider myself a savior, embodying the spirit of a matador, and expressing my need for something valuable and important.


Ayo, ayo
Hey, hey!


Ayo I got the whip smelli'n like lemon
Hey, I have a car that smells like lemon.


Roger Clemens jerseys the man blew seven cold coolies in the Worthy and
I'm wearing a Roger Clemens jersey, signifying my love for baseball. The man blew seven references to smoking marijuana. Worthy refers to James Worthy, a retired NBA player.


I crush those rappers, keep the toast near the rad-iator
I dominate and overpower other rappers, always keeping my gun close to the radiator for quick access.


We like our guns warm, it's easier to make the papers
We prefer our guns to be warm because they function better, and it's easier to make headlines and attract attention with violent acts.


Stayed off, the cape came off, Ghost G'd off
I kept a low profile and stayed out of trouble, but once the danger passed, I removed my disguise and revealed my true identity. Ghost G'd off means I displayed my rap skills and showed off.


The track's like doin six months and I'mma beat off
The music track is so captivating that it feels like serving a prison sentence for six months, and I can't help but rap and perform over it.


At the airport attention always flow in my direction like
Whenever I'm at the airport, people are naturally drawn to me and pay attention to my presence, like a magnet attracting iron.


You let the best then sparkle his perfection and
You allowed the best rapper to showcase his flawless skills and talent, shining brightly with perfection.


Bitches be askin them, Ghost you got so much shit
Women are constantly asking me, Ghost, how do you possess and achieve so much success and material wealth?


You need to cash in, bracelets matchin' 'em
You need to take advantage of your situation and monetize your success, with bracelets that perfectly complement your wealth.


Line Cadillacs to blocks, Richard Pryor, Redd Foxx
We're driving luxurious Cadillacs through neighborhoods, reminiscent of Richard Pryor and Redd Foxx, two legendary comedians.


Jukebox records, flatfooted cops
We're playing records on a jukebox, while flatfooted cops, referring to police officers, keep a close eye on us.


Get automatic systematic jumpin in your socks
We bring an automatic and systematic rhythm that gets everyone jumping and dancing uncontrollably.


Mama's apple pie in the park hopscotch
We reminisce about the good old days, playing hopscotch in the park and enjoying Mama's delicious apple pie.


Reunited on the radio, Wu-Tang superb
As Wu-Tang Clan, we're reunited on the radio, showcasing our excellence and greatness.


In the sprinklers girls double-dutchin on the curb
Girls are joyfully playing double-dutch jump rope under the sprinklers, right on the curb.


Sinatra, the pop the Jackson 5 recordings
We're listening to classic records by Frank Sinatra, popular music, and recordings by the Jackson 5.


Uptown Saturday, "Cotton Came to Harlem"
On Saturday nights in Uptown, we watch the movie "Cotton Came to Harlem," a classic blaxploitation film.


Ringmaster circus was, Bailey and Barnum
We're the ringmasters of this hip-hop circus, reminiscent of P.T. Barnum and his partner, Bailey, who ran the famous Barnum & Bailey Circus.


Crack a Coca-Cola, summer heat was my boredom
We crack open a Coca-Cola drink to quench our thirst, experiencing boredom during the hot summer days.


Dr. J before Jordan, Al Green on the organ
We remember basketball player Dr. J, who played before Michael Jordan, and enjoy the smooth sounds of Al Green playing the organ.


When Rerun did the dance, the whole world saw him
When the character Rerun performed his iconic dance, it became a sensation, known and recognized worldwide.


The blackout fears, Foxxy Brown, Pam Grier
We reminisce about the fears during blackouts and pay tribute to influential actresses like Foxy Brown and Pam Grier.


Ford motor gear, your life and times queer
We embrace the Ford motor company and its gear, but we find your life and times puzzling and strange.


"Smokey the Bear", Burt Reynolds gray hair
We remember the iconic Smokey the Bear and acknowledge actor Burt Reynolds with his signature gray hair.


Throw 'em some gems, throw up your fists and say yeah, it's
We're imparting valuable wisdom and knowledge to our audience, urging them to raise their fists and agree wholeheartedly, saying yeah, it's true.


It's soul power! (Two thousand and two!)
We exude an incredible and influential energy, representing our true selves and the year 2002.


Soul power! (You know how we do!)
Our soulful energy is undeniable, and you already know our style and capabilities.


Soul power! (For you and your crew!)
We bring this powerful energy not just for ourselves, but also for you and everyone in your crew.


Soul power! (Representin Wu!)
We proudly represent the Wu-Tang Clan and our soulful energy.


(I'm the nigga that got you talkin bout "Fight the Power")
I'm the person who inspired you to talk about the importance of fighting against oppressive systems and standing up for your rights.


Ayo Flav
Hey Flav


(Whassup Meth?)
(What's up Meth?)


What you know about niggas from Long Island right?
Do you have any knowledge or understanding about the experiences of individuals from Long Island?


(Huh?)
(What?)


True Long Island right?
That's right, we're talking about the real Long Island experiences.


(All my life!)
(For my entire life!)


All your life right?
You've been a part of this community your whole life, right?


(All my life!)
(For my entire life!)


Westbury
We're specifically referring to the town of Westbury in Long Island.


(Word up, Freeport, Long Island, Roosevelt, Long Island!
(That's right, we're also representing Freeport and Roosevelt in Long Island!


And and an-an-and went through Westbury too!
We also have connections and experiences in Westbury as well!


You from Westbury?)
Are you from Westbury as well?


Nah I got family in Westbury, New Castle Park and them
No, but I have family in Westbury, specifically in New Castle Park.


(Oh stop jokin', I ain't know that! You from Hempstead?
(Oh, stop kidding! I didn't know that! Are you from Hempstead?


Yo man, my family from Hempstead! The Heights man!)
Yes, man! My family is from Hempstead, specifically The Heights!


Yeah, and I live
Yes, I currently live there as well.


(Word up, come on man)
(That's right, come on, man)


'race Avenue
I live on 'race Avenue.


(Oh, what?)
(Oh, really?)


'race Avenue, Hundred Terrace Avenue
'race Avenue and Hundred Terrace Avenue are the specific streets I live on.


(Stop jokin, the El Dorados, nigga what?
(Stop kidding, the El Dorados? Seriously?


I got family up in El Dorados right now nigga word!
I have family living in El Dorados at this very moment, I swear!


That's where I'm from, that's my block!
I'm from that area, and that's my neighborhood!


That's my block right there! Ayo!
That's the place I call home, right there! Hey!


That's right y'all, that's right, it's all good
That's correct, everyone, everything's fine and positive.


Me and Method Man from the motherfuckin hood!
Both me and Method Man come from the same neighborhood!


So get it from the Bricks to the fuckin wood!)
We're spreading our message and influence from the projects to even the wealthiest neighborhoods!


Yeah niggas!
That's right, everyone!


(Know what I mean? Word up to the bird up
(You understand what I'm saying? Shout out to the ladies)


They caught the bird, made him soup, now I sip from out my cup
They captured the male bird, cooked it into a soup, and now I'm enjoying a drink from my cup.


Nigga!
My friend!


Oh yo man you just hit me in the head with a brick for real
Oh, my friend, you just surprised me or shocked me with a surprising statement or revelation.


You got me bleedin from the side of the head Meth)
You figuratively hit me hard with your words, and now I'm feeling the impact or pain, Method Man.


You're a beautiful fuckin person
You are a wonderful and amazing individual.


(Yo Meth yo Meth
(Hey, Method Man, hey, Method Man)


Yo check one two
Hey, listen carefully, pay attention.


Without me havin' my finger in the plug
Without me being involved or connected to the source of power.


I'm gettin shocked anyway, hahaha!)
I'm still getting surprised or shocked by the unexpected, regardless, and I find it amusing, hahaha!


"Since you're all so skilled
"Since all of you are so skilled


Let's fight your way, shaolin style, come on!"
Let's fight using your preferred style, the shaolin style! Come on and show me what you've got!"




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: CLIFFORD SMITH, COREY WOODS, DENNIS DAVID COLES, ELGIN EVANDER TURNER, JASON HUNTER, LAMONT HAWKINS, ROBERT F. DIGGS

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Comments from YouTube:

jarelle woodhouse

U-GOD snapped on this, ghostface did too

Wesley Robinson

Facts U God verse was ๐Ÿ”ฅ and hilarious when he said Flat Footed cops. Lol

Vรญctor Hernรกndez

Raekwon is unstoppable

jesam sirov

this is actually last album by WU that was really good

Edward Outlaw Jr

SOUL POWER!!!

It's Relativ

U-God's verse. Fucking hilarious but classic.

Wesley Robinson

Facts he said Flat Footed cops. Lol

b.e.

Hated this when it first came iut but i feel since madlib normalized this sound with beats like this, it started to sound better to me. Plus ugod SPAZZED on this.

deadfred821

This is still my shit.......

What?

Dennis Yusko

U-God nostalgia trippin

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