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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Wu-Tang Clan Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah
Wu-Tang Clan
Big Snoop D O double G
Somethin' for the 2000
Your mama name Peter, papa name Cita
Be the elevator, pussy eater
Too desperator, got shot, a hibernator
Hit a nigga later, he got to vacate 'em
Old Dirty corporata, splash, I'm up on the punanny flash
Bad gas, Macintosh, the light is red
Pee in the bed, I'm frustrated
For 29 years, no educated
High caded, 'cause you kept it checkmated
What a waste, I'm up in yo' face like what
All you niggas I'm puttin you in your place
MC Conditioner, you could never say this boy's a amateur
Mr. No-Meaner, pussy ho-beater
I keep fo' heaters when I'm dippin with my vita
Suckers they wanna beat us, join us but we don't need 'em
Pump 'em and defeat 'em, dump 'em, and delete 'em
This negro right here pimps hoes
I smoke so much dope I have ya bloody at the nose
Since my buddy at these hoes wit a bud like a rose
It just so happens I'm the nigga that she chose
I flows above the rest, mos' def'
Got you shakin' yo' ass, and you throwin' up yo' set
Whatever you do, you keepin' it true
Big Dogg and ODB, I thought you knew
Ooh, the Wu, is back up in this motherfucker
Ooh, and Snoop, is burnin' rubber on these suckers
It's a dog day afternoon
The Clan go bang, and the bang go boom
How you love it, how you like it, and how you get it
Do that damn thing and quit bullshittin' wit' it
MC Conditioner, you could never say this boy is a amateur (say what)
MC Conditioner, you could never say this boy's a amateur
MC Conditioner, you could never say this boy's a amateur
Yeah, pump that shit, testin'
Check, 1, 2, yes, yes, yes
Yes, yes y'all, to my niggas y'all
To my click y'all, you can't quit y'all
Wu-Tang bangin' that dope shit y'all
That make you wanna roll up and smoke shit y'all
To the beat y'all, you can't sleep y'all
On my flow y'all niggas don't know y'all
You see my style calm but wild
You witness the rhyme, nothin' but dimes
The eightball murder verse, freestyle or rehearsed
I wreck emcees whether I'm last or first
What, what, what, what, hazardous dart
Visual long forgotten art
That fell apart, til the blood ran from the heart
Pump through the street, Rza make re-break beats
Packed seats, rapid fire raps at off track meets
And an arm tank, high rank, heavy metal shank
Blow 'em off the plank when they ships approach the bank
Wu niggas rollin', throwin the first rap slogan
Heroes of Hogan, shot up the military clothin'
Quickly blow up, rolled up in rappers like pennies
My brother stack tracks on the behalf of many
With the wisdom, power of, science from experts
Self applyin', that put giants in the network
Through compact discs and televised live quotes
We multiply our strength, on a worldwide note
Yes, what, what
Yes, yes y'all, you don't stop
You keep on, til the break of dawn
Ah yes, yes y'all, you don't stop
Ah Wu-Tang known to make your body rock
The song "Conditioner" by Wu-Tang Clan is a collaborative effort of Snoop Dogg and the hip-hop group, produced in the year 2000. The song is a typical example of the Wu-Tang Clan's rap style, known for their gritty, streetwise lyrics and witty wordplay. The song is basically a message from the Wu-Tang Clan to others who may question their expertise or their background, delivered in a fast-paced, aggressive style.
The lyrics of the song depict various themes such as explicit sexuality, drug use, violence, and reckless behavior. The opening lines of the song refer to MC Conditioner, who the Wu-Tang Clan claims one could never say is an amateur. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, which includes a complex mix of words that can be challenging to understand. The song's use of metaphors and slang serves to emphasize the group's message that they are experts in the hip-hop industry and nothing less.
Overall, "Conditioner" provides insight into the Wu-Tang Clan's attitude and approach to the hip-hop industry. The song's lyrics reject anyone who disrespects or challenges the group's expertise, evidenced by the bold and rough lyrics that typify hip hop's aggressive, insurgent nature.
Line by Line Meaning
MC Conditioner, you could never say this boy's a amateur
Insinuating that despite his silly lyrics, the rapper is far from being an amateur in the rap game.
Your mama name Peter, papa name Cita
A seemingly random and unimportant statement to create the illusion of depth.
Fuck that nigga, when it come to the heater
When it comes to guns, no one comes close to the rapper's abilities.
Be the elevator, pussy eater
Boasting about his sexual conquests, comparing himself to an elevator that only goes down.
Too desperator, got shot, a hibernator
After being shot, the rapper takes a break from the violent lifestyle.
Hit a nigga later, he got to vacate 'em
After getting into a fight, the rapper sends his opponent running away.
Old Dirty corporata, splash, I'm up on the punanny flash
A reference to rapper ODB, who was known to be vulgar and erratic on stage.
Bad gas, Macintosh, the light is red
The rapper is comparing his rhymes to bad gas, while referencing Macintosh computers and traffic lights to create a sense of complexity.
Pee in the bed, I'm frustrated
A personal detail meant to paint a picture of the rapper's life outside of the rap game.
For 29 years, no educated
The rapper admits his lack of formal education.
High caded, 'cause you kept it checkmated
The rapper suggests his hard-partying lifestyle caused him to lose sight of his goals.
What a waste, I'm up in yo' face like what
The rapper is aggressively confronting someone, possibly a hater or a rival.
Mr. No-Meaner, pussy ho-beater
A vulgar and nonsensical line intended to sound clever and edgy.
I keep fo' heaters when I'm dippin with my vita
The rapper claims to carry multiple guns at all times.
Suckers they wanna beat us, join us but we don't need 'em
Despite their success, the Wu-Tang Clan remains independent and rejects the pressure of conforming to outside expectations.
Pump 'em and defeat 'em, dump 'em, and delete 'em
The rapper describes his ruthless approach to those who oppose him.
This negro right here pimps hoes
The rapper is boasting about his sexual prowess and success with women.
I smoke so much dope I have ya bloody at the nose
A humorous exaggeration over the rapper's love for smoking marijuana.
Since my buddy at these hoes wit a bud like a rose
Another playful reference to the rapper's sexual experiences.
I flows above the rest, mos' def'
The rapper believes he is the best in the game and outshines all other rappers.
Got you shakin' yo' ass, and you throwin' up yo' set
The rapper is claiming that his music is so good that it makes people dance and represent their city.
Whatever you do, you keepin' it true
A message intended to encourage listeners to be authentic and true to themselves.
Big Dogg and ODB, I thought you knew
A reference to Snoop Dogg and ODB collaborating on the song, intended to appeal to fans of both artists.
Wu-Tang known to make your body rock
A reference to the Wu-Tang Clan's ability to create music that makes people dance and move to the beat.
Wu-Tang bangin' that dope shit y'all
A statement of pride and confidence in the Wu-Tang Clan's music and reputation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: ROBERT F. DIGGS, RUSSELL T. JONES, CALVIN CORDAZOR BROADUS
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Dan Bull
The muddy audio quality actually adds a cool raw atmosphere to this track
ث٨٨كا
My man Dan bull bro I seen u by chance yesterday on a comment that became a meme now again today bro you’re one of my favorite childhood rappers man props to your craft!
Crown Jewel ENT
Incredible
Jacky Alezra
ODB was in jail. Recorded on the phone
ToneBeats86
The girl humming in the background made this 🔥🔥🔥 for some reason
boombaclaat
ODB had recorded this song on the telephone in jail... All the people of the world should respect this man!
ATX SNF
respect and love for ODB
Kanava
❤️
Diane Mcghie
Good day
Alaku Ay
Wow. I never knew. Dooe verse, I now get why the while song was different