The Abduction
Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics


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[GZA]
Okay.. the GZA
Tony Touch classic, knowhatI'msayin?
We gonna bang why'all, in the head one time
Blaze up on why'all one time real fast (Do the mix and all that shit)
Knamsayin, word up (Make it make it a record real quick, do yo' thang)
Throw ya seatbelts on, ahhight?
(Yeah, hook it up, make it a record, get down yo)

I take why'all niggas straight, +Beneath the Surface+
to the core, if it ain't raw its worthless
Pentab professional, hold the ink
while river rats fall off the raft and sink
Tony let a brother Touch, twenty bar rush
The way we push through equivalent to rocket thrust
Allah just, I lay it for the mix tapes
Quick to quake a label-mate
The sound came outta rusted crate
Surrounded by cobwebs
Beat smooth enough to slide through like bobsleds
On a cold white snow, plus with the right flow
Wu-Tang niggaz they shine and make the mic glow

[Masta Killa]
We killin all gorillin with all that screwfacin
Pacin back and forth looking savage, stop it

[RZA aka Bobby Digital]
Whether plugged in or plugged out
Iron drill mugged or thugged out
Blood in or blood out, son was bugged out
Might look at you and slice you
Buck fifty face stupid and say but run Nike swoop
Who the fuck you think let why'all wild niggas in
Allowed you to put down ya guns, and raise ya pen
Ruler Zig-Zag-Zig, we don't fuck with no pig
We teach the kids, you rather have a bullet or a word to your wig
Murder rates increases, bullet holes the size of fifty cent pieces
Don't worry about the weed or pussy, I read books
I'm liable to mate'cha king with three rooks
You see the Wu W raised in black fists
Maybe Tony Touch, Concord needle will scratch this
The ice cube link you bought, from the Jew for 80 G's
was only appraised at forty-two
Gazed upon by the eyes of multitude
of people, who would trade gold for food
I heard boar's head killed more than nuclear's warhead
Or street serfs who walk around dressed in all red
Bobby Digi said if you ever in Compton or Long Beach
Break my sons Doc Doom and Crisis wit a nice piece

[Masta Killa]
Penetrate on mix tape, with the legislation
Illustrate constant elevation
Spark friction, Shawshank Golden Arm Redemption
Endorsed my the Masta inscription signature

[Inspecta Deck]
Off top my unorthodox style of attack
is like Hannibal rollin on elephant's backs
Pack a long barrel, bustin off strong ammo
My light so vast I cast twenty foot shadows
First family, fifth cappo, micro to macro
Load it in ya head play it back slow
Act like you know, this is no drill
Murderous rap revealed goin for kill
On these New York city sidewalks we walk
Camoflauge, dodgin the eyes of the hawk
Kani Sport, totin the fifth, slidin off
My live source movin across with brute force
Bloodsport, anymore heads face the blade
Fakers must fade, the stakes are now raised
Words of murder, suspense, and intrigue
Make major league niggaz show signs of fatigue
My Killer Bees span wider than seven seas
Squeeze on MC's, with bullet train speed
Tony's Touch create more gold than Midas
Ya highness, all in ya head, like ya hair stylus

[Ghostface Killa]
Frosty mug, big ring leaders top secret thug
Lampin in cheaters Orenthal with the murder glove
Boat of the town, devilish grin look peculiar
Swung on this faggot, knocked the windows outta Silvia's
Timb's got scuffed up, my ankles got sprained, that's my word
To ever single seat I smack flames
Staten Island's bayside of teachers of Elijah
Thrown out the temple, non-calodic wit the father
Nickname's Pudding, Clarence 13X before the Will Smith's
and the limelights of Cuba Gooding
Lost in the cosmos, explodin through a quasar
Be duckin pulsars, organic stay still be the Gods
Tony Touch, Tony Touch




Word up
Big Face Ghost in effect

Overall Meaning

The Abduction is a song by Wu-Tang Clan that features verses from GZA, Masta Killa, RZA, Inspecta Deck, and Ghostface Killa. The song starts with a sample from Tony Touch and then GZA takes the lead. He raps about his ability to take his listeners straight to the depths of a subject and how anything other than rawness is worthless. Masta Killa then jumps in, criticizing people who screwface, and RZA follows with a verse about his ability to kill someone with his look saying that he'd rather teach kids than kill them. Inspecta Deck talks about his unorthodox style and how he's one step ahead of his opponents at all times, and Ghostface Killa takes the last verse, bragging about his ability to knock somebody out and make flames the day he wears a seatbelt.


The song is named after the album artwork of Tony Touchโ€™s album The Piece Maker, which features an alien abduction. The lyrics in the song include various references to the 5% Nation of Gods and Earths, such as "Allah just" and "Clarence 13X." The 5% Nation is a religious movement that originated in the United States and is based on the belief that black people are God. The group was critical in the formation of Wu-Tang Clan, as many members were a part of the Nation or were influenced by its teachings.


Line by Line Meaning

I take why'all niggas straight, +Beneath the Surface+ to the core, if it ain't raw its worthless
I bring you deep into the essence of things, if it's not authentic, it's of no value


Pentab professional, hold the ink while river rats fall off the raft and sink
I am a skilled writer, while mediocre artists fail and disappear


Tony let a brother Touch, twenty bar rush. The way we push through equivalent to rocket thrust
Tony Touch allowed me to rap quickly and seamlessly. Our approach is as powerful as a rocket launch


Allah just, I lay it for the mix tapes. Quick to quake a label-mate
I do it effortlessly for mixtapes. I easily outshine my fellow artists


The sound came outta rusted crate. Surrounded by cobwebs
The music emerged from old, neglected equipment. I create in isolation


Beat smooth enough to slide through like bobsleds. On a cold white snow, plus with the right flow
The beat is so smooth, it glides through like a bobsled on snow. And when combined with my skillful delivery


We killin all gorillin with all that screwfacin. Pacin back and forth looking savage, stop it
We're defeating all those who frown upon us. We pace with aggression, so they better quit


Whether plugged in or plugged out. Iron drill mugged or thugged out
Regardless of being connected or disconnected. Ready to fight or act aggressively


Blood in or blood out, son was bugged out. Might look at you and slice you
Whether by association or betrayal, this person is deeply disturbed. They could even harm you


Buck fifty face stupid and say but run Nike swoop
They will cut your face deeply and then quickly escape, just like Nike shoes


Who the fuck you think let why'all wild niggas in? Allowed you to put down ya guns, and raise ya pen
Who do you think gave permission for these reckless individuals to enter? We made them abandon violence and embrace writing


Ruler Zig-Zag-Zig, we don't fuck with no pig. We teach the kids, you rather have a bullet or a word to your wig
Leading with wisdom and righteousness, we avoid any association with the police. We educate the youth, you should choose a message over violence


Murder rates increases, bullet holes the size of fifty cent pieces
As killings rise, the resulting wounds become more severe


Don't worry about the weed or pussy, I read books. I'm liable to mate'cha king with three rooks
Don't focus on temporary pleasures, I educate myself. I might even defeat you in a game of chess with three novice players


You see the Wu W raised in black fists. Maybe Tony Touch, Concord needle will scratch this
You witness the powerful symbol of the Wu-Tang Clan raised in a sign of resistance. Tony Touch's DJ skills will emphasize this


The ice cube link you bought, from the Jew for 80 G's. was only appraised at forty-two
The diamond necklace you purchased, at a high price from a Jewish person, is actually worth less than what you paid


Gazed upon by the eyes of multitude of people, who would trade gold for food
Witnessed by many who are willing to exchange luxury for basic sustenance


I heard boar's head killed more than nuclear's warhead. Or street serfs who walk around dressed in all red
I heard that a pig's actual head causes more death than a nuclear warhead. Also, the gang members dressed in red are dangerous


Bobby Digi said if you ever in Compton or Long Beach. Break my sons Doc Doom and Crisis wit a nice piece
Bobby Digital instructed his proteges to assist you if you're in dangerous areas. They will provide strong support


Penetrate on mix tape, with the legislation. Illustrate constant elevation
We make a significant impact on mixtapes, bringing progressive change and growth


Spark friction, Shawshank Golden Arm Redemption. Endorsed my the Masta inscription signature
We ignite conflict, just like the character Andy Dufresne in Shawshank Redemption. Approved by the signature of the Master


Off top my unorthodox style of attack. is like Hannibal rollin on elephant's backs
My unconventional approach to rap is as dominant as Hannibal riding on the backs of elephants


Pack a long barrel, bustin off strong ammo. My light so vast I cast twenty foot shadows
I carry a powerful weapon, unleashing potent ammunition. My influence is so significant, I cast enormous shadows


First family, fifth cappo, micro to macro. Load it in ya head play it back slow
As part of the Wu-Tang Clan hierarchy, from the top to the lower ranks. Internalize my words and replay them carefully


Act like you know, this is no drill. Murderous rap revealed goin for kill
Behave as if you are aware, this is not a practice. My deadly lyrics are unveiled, aiming to annihilate


On these New York city sidewalks we walk. Camoflauge, dodgin the eyes of the hawk
We navigate the streets of New York, blending in and evading scrutiny


Kani Sport, totin the fifth, slidin off. My live source movin across with brute force
Wearing Karl Kani clothing, carrying a firearm, sliding away swiftly. My energetic presence moves with relentless strength


Bloodsport, anymore heads face the blade. Fakers must fade, the stakes are now raised
It's a brutal competition, anyone who challenges risks severe consequences. Imposters will vanish, the stakes have risen


Words of murder, suspense, and intrigue. Make major league niggaz show signs of fatigue
My lyrics filled with violence, mystery, and fascination cause experienced rappers to become weary


My Killer Bees span wider than seven seas. Squeeze on MC's, with bullet train speed
The members of my Wu-Tang Clan expand their influence globally. We squeeze and crush other rappers with the speed of a bullet train


Tony's Touch create more gold than Midas. Ya highness, all in ya head, like ya hair stylus
Through Tony Touch's involvement, we create immense success. You're constantly thinking highly of yourself, just like your expensive haircut


Frosty mug, big ring leaders top secret thug. Lampin in cheaters Orenthal with the murder glove
I have a cold-hearted persona, leading a powerful gang. I relax confidently, just like O.J. Simpson in sunglasses, wearing a glove linked to murder


Boat of the town, devilish grin look peculiar. Swung on this faggot, knocked the windows outta Silvia's
I'm the talk of the town, with a wicked smile that appears strange. I attacked and hit this derogatory person, smashing the windows of his car


Timb's got scuffed up, my ankles got sprained, that's my word. To ever single seat I smack flames
My Timb boots are damaged, my ankles are injured, I guarantee that. I bring intense heat and excitement to every performance


Staten Island's bayside of teachers of Elijah. Thrown out the temple, non-calodic wit the father
In the area of Staten Island, we are like educators of the teachings of Elijah Muhammad. We are expelled from organized religion but still maintain our spiritual connection


Nickname's Pudding, Clarence 13X before the Will Smith's and the limelights of Cuba Gooding
My nickname is Pudding, referencing Clarence 13X before the fame of Will Smith and the spotlight on Cuba Gooding Jr.


Lost in the cosmos, explodin through a quasar. Be duckin pulsars, organic stay still be the Gods
We are caught in the vastness of the universe, bursting through intense cosmic phenomena. We avoid dangerous neutron stars and remain god-like in our natural state


Tony Touch, Tony Touch. Word up. Big Face Ghost in effect
Tony Touch's DJ skills are acknowledged. Ghostface Killah's presence is fully felt




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: D. HARRIS, DENNIS DAVID COLES, GARY E. GRICE, JASON HUNTER, ROBERT F. DIGGS

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John Gaston

The beat and poetry from this track, gave me motivation and inspiration while I was in high school and get straights A+ and years ahead passed my SATโ€™s get my final Diploma! Itโ€™s incredible how epic music used to be back in our days, it was our tool! made you thrive in positive ways!!

LethalAssassin 17

Continues to help me thrive in adult live! ๐Ÿค™

Ill El-Zorro

This beat brings honor to Wu Tang Clan.

Valjean Lee

One of the best Wu songs period...

Rich Keats

This is what is missing from hip hop these days. This will forever be a classic, still listening in 2019

Kristopher Harrison

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LethalAssassin 17

Whatโ€™s missing is actual talent and skill, creativity, unique production, real messages whether good or bad. Not to mention the music itself is fast food none of itโ€™s made to last for the next 10 years let alone decades.

Pete Krasher

@LethalAssassin 17 and fast food lasts a long time in that wax!

VisuARISE

10/10/22 ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐Ÿ”ฅ Still ๐Ÿ’ฅ

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Ronnie Thomas

one of the better verses ive ever heard from GZA and Deck...damn!

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