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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Wake Up
Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics
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[Chorus]
Yo wake the fuck up or get broke the fuck up
The wisdom we apply Son soak this shit up
If it was sess Son niggaz would smoke this shit up
So wake the fuck up or get broke the fuck up
I kill killing orders like a lieutenant
Hit the planet Earth then explode like a human cannon
The universal author, born to kill saga
Givin' niggaz head trauma
Bulletproof shield is made of gold armor
Brain surgeon is aversions my purgin' mind urban
Scientists found killed and wrapped up in curtains
Casualties, flashbacks, now simply that
I attack like a rat, serious as a heart attack
Professional assassinator professor
Assassinate your mind state and broke the metal plate
Lyrical Nostradamus, psychotic mind of Sadaam
Ex-con, attack the Pentagon
with unorthodox firearm from Vietnam
I crucify 'em, like Muslims murdering Jews from Jerusalem
Now who's the supreme lyricist? You can't seize this
When I die, my name'll be worshipped like Jesus
War visual individual incriminate the criminal
My culture nickel put holes in your face like dimples
[Chorus]
Brains get unfrozen when they oppose, as we unfold
Futuristic scrolls that was prophesied scriptures
Fitting an untold, I roll with my skull and bones
Made of solid gold, skin is closing up
Approach your home, with a war, Armageddon in my home
Wisdom mind ruler mental intruder
From the tribe of Judah
Devils disappear like they went through the
Bermuda, triangle, erupting on Ryzarector tracks
like volcanoes, so God swear to me
I appear two years sample revolution in the burning cup
Constitution, learned too much, came off must return
Observe the facts, delivered by, blacks
Soon as we unite the sky cracked
A group of UFO's formed a seven in the heavens
God celebrate devils death day signal
Jail let loose the criminals, bystanders died
Waiting for miracles we giving you
[Chorus: partial]
Yo, I make your heart thump like tree stumps
Be crackin' concrete chumps released once
The Earth shifts, vocal points clips he wrote and missed
Killer vocalist, load his fist blessed with loaded gifts
Golden clips, shotty slipped like psychotic hits
In soldier flicks, who wrote the shit superior
Mines combine the modus click
Enterprise like German spies, keep my eyes on Soviets
Stay Russian my direction I'm wettin' like a leaf bone
Freak poems, seek thrones, to call home where freaks bone
To each his own, chrome zones, be cloned like chromosomes
So the chrome, the golden toned champ whip rollin' bones
Fire's on, blazin' hot trails at night, barren ville
Shotty still collaborating on tracks with Bobby Steels
Generate a mil, Killa Bee law, kill or be killed
Know the ledge, finally, our justice has revealed
[Chorus]
The forty third conviction, incarcerated in hell for eternity
But my mentality and chemistry made me celestial through the galaxy
Sparks friction, generating through evaporation
Slay through meditation, your body is now liquidation
Even your hemoglobin is swollen with corrosion
Amputated and rated physical zone disintegrated
That's what niggaz face when fuckin' with the Sunz of Man
Go to the dungeon I could lead a hundred men, with a golden pen
Forced to intercept with the click from Shaolin
Killin' devils, scatter they ashes over the sea of Mediterranean
That's my trademark, PS burned in my victims heart
I be the Star from afar illuminating through the dark
Another burning face of death
The initiation of the Mason, 186 my name's left in the Book of Revelation
Reminiscing about the days, raising hell
Representative of a mind, able to lead a city what technicality of mankind
Mistake trying to keep me behind the closed doors of reality
All three eyes to the revolution can now escape the blind state of confusion
Trials and tribulations of the original nation
Leaves a headache, the only chance of elevation
Unite with the black coalition
Sunz of Man, population click, Wu-Tang Clan
First the Killarmy, eat your skeletons, buried in the Promised Land
You better wake the fuck up!
That's word life!
Don't sleep!
We don't be having that shit no more!
Word is bond this is as real as it's going to get
Wake the fuck up [Repeat x4]
Killarmy, Wu-Tang Clan
Word word, Shaolin
Wake the fuck up
Get the actual facts
Better fuckin resurrect
[Chorus]
The song "Wake Up" by Wu-Tang Clan is a call to action, urging listeners to awaken from their ignorance and become more aware of the world around them. The lyrics are full of violent imagery, with the group presenting themselves as "street soldiers of the dark side of the planet" and describing themselves as killers who are on a mission to awake others. The chorus is a warning to anyone who is not paying attention, telling them to wake up or face the consequences.
The verses are full of references to revolution and rebellion, with lines like "my culture nickel put holes in your face like dimples" and "we giving you trials and tribulations of the original nation". The overall message is clear: the time for change is now, and those who are not willing to fight are going to be left behind.
The song is memorable for its aggressive, hard-hitting beat and lyrics, which are delivered with a sense of urgency and intensity. It's a powerful statement from one of the most iconic hip-hop groups of all time.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake the fuck up
You need to wake up and pay attention
[Repeat x12]
This message needs to be repeated multiple times to emphasize its importance
Yo wake the fuck up or get broke the fuck up
You need to wake up and change your ways or face the consequences
The wisdom we apply Son soak this shit up
Listen and learn from the knowledge and wisdom we share
If it was sess Son niggaz would smoke this shit up
If this was a valuable substance, people would eagerly consume it
So wake the fuck up or get broke the fuck up
You need to wake up or suffer the consequences
Yo yo yo we are street soldiers of the dark side of the planet
We are warriors representing the neglected and troubled areas of the world
I kill killing orders like a lieutenant
I execute commands to eliminate enemies, just like a military officer
Hit the planet Earth then explode like a human cannon
Making a powerful impact on Earth and leaving a lasting impression
The universal author, born to kill saga
I am a skilled writer who tells stories of violence and destruction
Givin' niggaz head trauma
Causing significant damage to individuals
Bulletproof shield is made of gold armor
Having a strong defense that is almost impenetrable
Brain surgeon is aversions my purgin' mind urban
My mind is like that of a skilled surgeon, removing negative influences and thoughts
Scientists found killed and wrapped up in curtains
Those who try to uncover the truth are silenced and hidden
Casualties, flashbacks, now simply that
The victims and memories of past events are now insignificant
I attack like a rat, serious as a heart attack
I strike with aggression and seriousness
Professional assassinator professor
Highly skilled in the art of killing and teaching others
Assassinate your mind state and broke the metal plate
Destroying your mental state and breaking down barriers
Lyrical Nostradamus, psychotic mind of Sadaam
A visionary poet with a twisted and unpredictable mind
Ex-con, attack the Pentagon
Former criminal targeting the centers of power
with unorthodox firearm from Vietnam
Using unconventional weapons and strategies learned from the past
I crucify 'em, like Muslims murdering Jews from Jerusalem
Causing harm and pain to others just like historical conflicts
Now who's the supreme lyricist? You can't seize this
I am the best songwriter, and you cannot surpass me
When I die, my name'll be worshipped like Jesus
My legacy and impact will be revered just like a religious figure
War visual individual incriminate the criminal
Using art and visuals to expose and condemn the perpetrators of war
My culture nickel put holes in your face like dimples
My background and experiences will leave a lasting impression on you
Brains get unfrozen when they oppose, as we unfold
People become enlightened when they challenge us and our ideas
Futuristic scrolls that was prophesied scriptures
Writing and sharing predictions about the future
Fitting an untold, I roll with my skull and bones
Revealing hidden truths and secrets, and being a part of an exclusive group
Made of solid gold, skin is closing up
Having a strong and unbreakable exterior
Approach your home, with a war, Armageddon in my home
Preparing for a battle and chaos that will occur in my surroundings
Wisdom mind ruler mental intruder
My wise and dominant presence influences and disrupts the thoughts of others
From the tribe of Judah
Representing a powerful and influential lineage
Devils disappear like they went through the Bermuda
Evil individuals vanish mysteriously and without a trace
triangle, erupting on Ryzarector tracks
Causing chaos and controversy on the music tracks I create
like volcanoes, so God swear to me
Explosive and powerful with a divine sense of purpose
I appear two years sample revolution in the burning cup
My presence sparks a desire for change and revolution
Constitution, learned too much, came off must return
Gained a deep understanding, and now it is necessary to share and give back
Observe the facts, delivered by, blacks
Pay attention to the truths presented by black individuals
Soon as we unite the sky cracked
Once we come together, significant changes occur
A group of UFO's formed a seven in the heavens
A mysterious and powerful gathering in the sky
God celebrate devils death day signal
A sign that signifies the end of evil and the celebration of righteousness
Jail let loose the criminals, bystanders died
Releasing those who have been imprisoned, but causing harm and death to innocent people
Waiting for miracles we giving you
While others wait for miracles, we are providing the solutions
Yo, I make your heart thump like tree stumps
My impact and influence is strong, making your heart beat rapidly
Be crackin' concrete chumps released once
Breaking down and defeating those who are weak and insignificant
The Earth shifts, vocal points clips he wrote and missed
Causing a significant change and making a strong impact, especially with his words
Killer vocalist, load his fist blessed with loaded gifts
A skilled and deadly singer, bringing powerful and valuable talents
Golden clips, shotty slipped like psychotic hits
Using his words and weapon like a deranged person, causing chaos and destruction
In soldier flicks, who wrote the shit superior
Producing music and content that surpasses the quality of others
Mines combine the modus click
Coming together with a group of individuals to create explosive and innovative art
Enterprise like German spies, keep my eyes on Soviets
Organizing and strategizing like well-trained spies, monitoring the actions of others
Stay Russian my direction I'm wettin' like a leaf bone
Maintaining a focused and determined path, and causing damage like a sharp bone
Freak poems, seek thrones, to call home where freaks bone
Creating unique and unconventional poetry, searching for a place where like-minded individuals can express themselves
To each his own, chrome zones, be cloned like chromosomes
Everyone has their own preferences and interests, like individual chromosomes replicating
So the chrome, the golden toned champ whip rollin' bones
Using a gold-colored car as a symbol of wealth and success, while also causing destruction and chaos
Fire's on, blazin' hot trails at night, barren ville
Creating a fiery path of destruction during the darkness of the night
Shotty still collaborating on tracks with Bobby Steels
Continuing to work together on powerful and impactful music
Generate a mil, Killa Bee law, kill or be killed
Making a significant amount of money, following the principles of the Killa Bee group - survive or die
Know the ledge, finally, our justice has revealed
Having a deep understanding of the truth and witnessing the justice that we deserve
The forty third conviction, incarcerated in hell for eternity
Being captured and condemned in the depths of hell for countless crimes committed
But my mentality and chemistry made me celestial through the galaxy
However, my strong mindset and connection with the universe have elevated me to celestial status
Sparks friction, generating through evaporation
Creating conflict and tension through the process of evaporation
Slay through meditation, your body is now liquidation
Achieving victory by practicing meditation, causing your physical existence to dissolve
Even your hemoglobin is swollen with corrosion
Even the components of your blood are damaged and decaying
Amputated and rated physical zone disintegrated
Cutting and removing parts of your body, leading to the dissolution of your physical presence
That's what niggaz face when fuckin' with the Sunz of Man
This is the consequence that individuals face when they oppose the Sunz of Man group
Go to the dungeon I could lead a hundred men, with a golden pen
If I were to face imprisonment, I could still inspire and lead a large group of people with my writing
Forced to intercept with the click from Shaolin
Compelled to intervene and take action with the support of the Shaolin collective
Killin' devils, scatter they ashes over the sea of Mediterranean
Eliminating evil individuals and dispersing their remains in the Mediterranean
That's my trademark, PS burned in my victims heart
This act becomes my signature, leaving a lasting impression on those I harm
I be the Star from afar illuminating through the dark
I am a distant but bright and guiding presence, shining light in the midst of darkness
Another burning face of death
Another intimidating and deadly figure
The initiation of the Mason, 186 my name's left in the Book of Revelation
The start of a powerful and secretive group, with my name being written in a significant record
Reminiscing about the days, raising hell
Remembering the past when we were causing chaos and disruption
Representative of a mind, able to lead a city what technicality of mankind
Symbolizing a strong and capable leader, surpassing the limitations of human capability
Mistake trying to keep me behind the closed doors of reality
It is a mistake to try and confine me within the limits of realistic expectations
All three eyes to the revolution can now escape the blind state of confusion
By opening all three eyes to the revolution, we can transcend our ignorant and confused state
Trials and tribulations of the original nation
The challenges and struggles faced by the original and oppressed population
Leaves a headache, the only chance of elevation
Creates a great deal of difficulty, but also presents an opportunity for progress and development
Unite with the black coalition
Coming together with other black individuals and groups
Sunz of Man, population click, Wu-Tang Clan
The Sunz of Man group is a part of the larger Wu-Tang Clan family
First the Killarmy, eat your skeletons, buried in the Promised Land
Killarmy is the initial force, destroying the hidden secrets that others try to keep hidden
You better wake the fuck up!
It is imperative that you become aware and attentive!
That's word life!
This is the truth!
Don't sleep!
Do not let yourself be ignorant or unaware!
We don't be having that shit no more!
We will not tolerate or accept that behavior any longer!
Word is bond this is as real as it's going to get
This is the absolute truth and reality
Get the actual facts
Obtain and understand the true and accurate information
Better fuckin resurrect
You need to rise up and change your ways immediately
[Chorus: partial]
The chorus is repeated, reinforcing the message
Wake the fuck up
You need to wake up and pay attention
[Repeat x4]
This message needs to be repeated multiple times to emphasize its importance
Killarmy, Wu-Tang Clan
These groups are associated with delivering this wake-up call
Word word, Shaolin
Acknowledging the influence and presence of the Shaolin collective
Wake the fuck up
You need to wake up and pay attention
Get the actual facts
Obtain and understand the true and accurate information
Better fuckin resurrect
You need to rise up and change your ways immediately
[Chorus]
The chorus is repeated, reinforcing the message
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: . SNOOP DOGGY DOGG, ALRRY SMITH, JOSEPH SIMMONS, DARRYL MCDANIELS, TRAY DEE, LENTON HUTTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@wasifu1987
Immernoch der Hammer dieses Lied. Wu Tang ist einfach Legende
@briantaylor9285
That Incredible Hulk loop though 💪🟢
@benaires07
OLD SCHOOL!!!
@Lakernation70224gmail
Wake da tha fuk up
@unixpansion2935
lonely man
@biomagnification
The great Balerion, keep your head up high. No one can take that which is not given, stay strong
@MehdiYelles
Nobody is never really alone in world : just think about anatoher people is alone and is thinking that one other is thinking he is alone and that somebody think that somebody is thinking that somebody is thinking that someone is thinking that somebody think tha he is alone and some think this way at some point in the world...
@unixpansion2935
Guys I was talking about the sample its from hulk and it is called lonely man
I am quite lonely tho thanks for the support
@irakotako6577
Lol
@i.p.freely1550
old school? there are uh........ timeless is more appropriate appropriate that.
1luv.