Heaven & Hell

Raekwon, Ghostface Killah

About Heaven & Hell

"Heaven & Hell" is the solo debut single by Wu-Tang Clan rapper Raekwon, released as the lead single from his solo debut album Only Built 4 Cuban Linx.... It features fellow Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah and backing vocals from Wu-Tang affiliate singer Blue Raspberry. Allmusic stated "everything culminates in "Heaven & Hell" and its longing for redemption"As the rest of the album, the song was produced by the Wu-Tang Clan leader RZA and contains a sample from "Could I Be Falling in Love?" by Syl Johnson, reached #34 in the Hot Dance Music/Maxi-Singles Sales in 1994, and #21 in the Hot Rap Singles in 1995. In 2006, German singer Joy Denalane recorded a completely reworked version of the song, under the title "Heaven or Hell", featuring Raekwon, for her album Born & Raised. The song also featured on the soundtrack to the 1994 film Fresh by Boaz Yakin. 


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This that gravedigger shit (ooh, and no one can f*ck with the Wu-Tang)
Yo (what? What?)
Yo
Exotic type shit
Ninety-four
We must go to war fast
With the pen and the pad
Goddamn
Shine like gold rims on Pathfinders
Wu-Tang reclines, lamps
For the nine-sqaures, kid
(Money, clothes, designer hoes and shows, y'all)
Check it

Yo, yo, wakin' up about ten, kid
Jumpin' in the shower, peace about to make
Moves to slide like grease
What? I'm all about TECs and checks with nuff respect 
You front, I'm slammin' you like the Lex'
So now I'm out on the ninety-five
Rockin' that real nigga don't die
Guess down, drawers Kani
But, yo, I'm makin' a pit stop
Go and buy a box of Glocks 
It equaled up, pay up, what up Ahk?
Yo, remember that kid that we vicked?
He made a half of mil for real, he brought about four bricks
Yo, so now we connect thoughts, meet me at the airport
Tell Golden Arms maintain the fort
Get in touch with that west coast cali crab you stabbed 
And meet me at the bitch lab
So word up, kid, we slid like a fat four to twelve bid and shit
Couldn't even rest, I need the vic'
And when I slept, I dream Gs, son 
I need some keys won't sell, call up son
I heard Pook and Tyriq caught a beef over some real shit
A fake nigga faked and they killed his clique
Gimme a minute and I'm winnin' 
Yo, niggas done did it, rock your vest
Keep your whip tinted 
So now we see him up in Bojangles
Stranglin' a forty ounce, with ten Gs worth of gold bangles
Diamonds, what? All up in his face
With his man's mace, medallions the size of dinner plates
Yo, he knew we knew him so we blew him
Took thirty Gs worth of jewels of that nigga, do him
So now I'm lampin' in my man's land
Streets is hot like sand 
G's is rollin' in my right hand
Yup, you know the steezo, black 
Got to go down like that 
Shallah, cigars and ball hats
Ninety-four, takin' niggas to war, yo, yo

What do you believe in? Heaven or hell?
You don't believe in heaven 'cause we're livin' in hell
What do you believe in, boy, Heaven or hell?
You don't believe in Heaven 'cause we're livin' in hell
So it's your life

What a chamber 
Fuckin' with mad strangers
Yeah, you know how it runs, baby 
Straight up, yo
Money, clothes, designer hoes and shows y'all
That's how it goes, whatever
What do you believe in? Heaven or hell?
You don't believe in Heaven cause we're livin' in hell
(31st chamber, y'all) 
So it's your life

Niggas ain't even know son 
How it happen so fast
Those were livin' and sold their weight
No question 
Shit is real, you know what I'm sayin'?
Word up, niggas thinks it's all about the FILA, velour
That little hundred dollars and that make you a man
You ain't promised tomorrow, son, word up (for real)
Niggas don't understand how life can be so short
Come so fast
Within the blinkin' of eye
Blink of an eye, you're gone, baby, straight up
Know what I'm sayin'?
Get turned to dust
Return to the casket
That ass is out, son, word up
Word up, get evaporated, straight up (word up)
Lose all your strength, nigga
Crazy dedication shoutout in the memory of Two Cent Jason
Heartbroken, we soakin' wet though
Keepin' it real for my peoples
Yeah, yo
And my physical brother DeVon, you're still in here, baby
Because you're in my arms nigga, word up
I never let you go, baby
You know what I'm sayin'? You're my life charm, word up
For real
Keep shinin'
Real keepin it real, you know? 
Shout out to major niggas
Big Kawai, Jess, Hell on the computer system
The RZA, who slams fat discs for the ninety-four
Word up, RZA 
That's my nigga, baby
Yeah, eatin' dinner with the big boys now
You know what I'm sayin'?
Word up, Big Booth represent the Q
You know how we do, 
Now get that power-U type gangster on, you know?
The GZA, word up, Master Killa
The Abbot of the Clan (my man) 
Method Man, Inspectah Deck
Dirty Bastard
U-God, word up, baby
Keep it real, son
Keep packin' them guns
Word up

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Raekwon

Corey Woods (born January 12, 1970), better known by the stage name Raekwon, is an American rapper and a member of the Wu-Tang Clan. He released his solo debut, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... in 1995, and has since recorded numerous solo albums, as well as continuing to work with Wu-Tang and providing an extensive number of guest contributions to other hip hop artist's works. more »

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Written by: Alexander Zanetis, Corey Woods, Robert Diggs

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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11 facts about this song

Artist Background
Raekwon is an American rapper and a member of the hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan. He launched his solo career in 1994 and is known for his cinematic storytelling in his music.
Album Information
"Heaven & Hell" is a song from Raekwon's debut solo album "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...", which was released in 1995.
Theme and Lyrics
The song's lyrics detail the struggles of living in impoverished conditions and the determination to overcome them to reach a metaphorical 'heaven.' The song shows a deep contrast between such vastly different situations - heaven and hell, hence the song title.
Musical Style
"Heaven & Hell" showcases Raekwon's signature mafioso rap style, incorporating crime-themed storytelling and extensive use of mafia references.
Song Collaboration
"Heaven & Hell" features fellow Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah, who also frequently collaborates with Raekwon throughout the "Only Built 4 Cuban Linx..." album.
Producer's Input
The song is produced by RZA, another member of the Wu-Tang Clan, who is known for his uniquely gritty and raw production style.
Sampling
"Heaven & Hell" samples "Could I Be Falling In Love" by Syl Johnson and "Could Heaven Ever Be Like This" by Idris Muhammad.
Critical Reception
The song, like the rest of the album, was critically acclaimed for its cinematic narrative, iconic production, and the chemistry between Raekwon and Ghostface Killah.
Impact on Raekwon's career
"Heaven & Hell," along with the rest of the album, is often credited with establishing Raekwon as a major solo artist in the world of hip-hop.
Cultural Reflection
The song, along with the rest of the album, reflected and portrayed the harsh realities of urban life, making it relatable to many listeners and significant in hip-hop culture.
Legacy
"Heaven & Hell" continues to be celebrated and influential, often cited by other rappers, underscoring its enduring appeal and remarkable impact on the genre.

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