Apollo Kids

Ghostface Killah

About Apollo Kids

"Apollo Kids" is a song by rapper Ghostface Killah, released as the lead single of his second album Supreme Clientele. The song features fellow Wu-Tang Clan member Raekwon and contains a sample of "Cool Breeze" as performed by R&B singer/songwriter Solomon Burke. It was later added to his greatest hits album Shaolin's Finest.


Year:
2008
3:52
131 
#2

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[Ghostface]
Uh-huh, uh-huh, motherfucker, uh-huh
Yeah, I see that, I see that
All y'all fake motherfuckers up in the joint, huh?
Stealing my light, huh? Watch me, duke, watch me

Yo, check these up top murderous
Snowy in the bezzle as the cloud merges
F.B.I. try and want word with this
Kid who punked out bust a shot up in the beacon
Catch me in the corner not speaking
Crushed out heavenly, U.G. rock the sweet daddy long fox minks
Chicken and broccoli, Wally's look stinky
With his man straight from Raleigh Durham, he recognized Kojak
I slapped him five, Masta Killa cracked his tiny form
Everybody break bread, huddle around
Guzzle that, I'm about to throw a hand in your bag
Since the face been revealed, game got real
Radio been gassing niggas, my impostors scream they ill
I'm the inventor, '86 rhyming at the center
Debut '93 LP told you to Enter
Punk fagot niggas stealing my light
Crawl up in the bed with grandma,
Beneath the La-Z-Boy where ya hid ya knife
Ghost is back, stretch Cadillacs, fruit cocktails
Hit the shells at Paul's Pastry Rack
Walk with me like Darthy tried to judge these
Plush degrees, said the cow, wrap the fees
Gettin waxed all through the drive-through
Take the stand, throw my hand all on the Bible
And tell lies too, I'm the ultimate
Splash the Wolverine Razor Sharp ring, dolomite
Student in role holding it

[Chorus: Ghostface]
Aiyyo, this rappin's like Ziti, facing me real TV
Crash at high-speeds, strawberry, kiwi
As we approach, yo herb, the Gods bail
These Staten Island ferryboat cats bail
Fresh cellies, 50 thief up in the city
We banned for life, Apollo kids live to spit the real

[Ghostface]
A pair of bright phat yellow Air Max
Hit the racks, stack 'em up Son, $20 off no tax
Street merchant tucked in the cloud, stay splurging
Rock a eagle head, 6-inch height was the bird
Monday night Dallas verse Jets, dudes slid in with one hand
Two culture-ciphers, one bag of wet
Heavy rain fucked my kicks up
Wasn't looking, splashed in the puddle
Bitch laughing, first thought was beat the bitch up
Mossied off gracefully, New York's most wanted tee-ball hawk
Seen the yellow brick road, lust of pastries
Same Ghostface, holy in the mind
Last scene: Manhattan Chase
We drew the six-eight digit in the briefcase
Rawness, title is Hell-bound
Quick to reload around faces, surround look astound

[Raekwon]
We split a fair one, poker nose money
Gin rummy with glare, spot the lame, bit his ear
Yo, you taste a tea-spoon, 300 goons, stash balloons
Locked in lab rooms, hit with glock, stashed in Grant's Tomb
Clocked him like a patient, his stock's full, hustle invasion
Knowing now, we cocked a block off, the chain tri-color
Freezing in valor, ice-sicle galore
Gas station light gleamin on the wall
Cop WiseGuy jams, James Bond vans
Niggas flipped Timbs, rock boats under water, watch clams
Pose at the stand-off, mad timid
Hoping that the gun fall, guess him like lottery balls, yo

[Chorus]

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Ghostface Killah

Dennis Coles (born May 9, 1970), better known by his stage name Ghostface Killah, is an American rapper and prominent member of the Wu-Tang Clan. After the group achieved breakthrough success in the aftermath of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the members went on to pursue solo careers to varying levels of success. Ghostface Killah debuted his solo-career with Ironman in 1996, which was well received by music critics. He has continued his success over the following years with critically acclaimed albums such as Supreme Clientele (2000) and FishScale (2006). His stage name was taken from one of the characters in the 1979 kung fu film Mystery of Chessboxing. more »

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Written by: Solomon Burke, Dennis Coles, Carlos Evans, Corey Todd Woods

Lyrics © A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group

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12 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Apollo Kids" is a song by American rapper Ghostface Killah. Hailing from New York, Ghostface Killah is a prominent member of the legendary hip-hop group, Wu-Tang Clan.
Album Fact
The song is part of the album "Supreme Clientele," which was Ghostface Killah's second solo album, released in 2000.
Production
"Apollo Kids" was produced by Hassan, who also worked with other prominent artists like Method Man and Redman.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 32 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs and remained on the chart for 20 weeks.
Signature Song
"Apollo Kids" is often considered one of Ghostface Killah's signature songs, exhibiting his unique, stream-of-consciousness rap style.
Commercial Success
"Apollo Kids" was commercially successful, helping "Supreme Clientele" to achieve Gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Song Meaning
The song was named after the Apollo Theater in the Harlem section of Manhattan in New York City, a venue famous for its African-American performers.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its raw energy and vivid storytelling. The track is often cited for its narrative lyricism, steeped in New York street culture.
Sampled Music
The song is known for its use of samples from "Cool Breeze" by R&B singer Solomon Burke.
Cover Versions
"Apollo Kids" has been sampled by other artists, including the Game in his song "State of Emergency".
Cultural Impact
Despite being over two decades old, "Apollo Kids" remains popular and influential among fans of the hip-hop genre. Its gritty, urban lyrics have been cited as an inspiration to many younger rappers.
Music Video
The music video for the song presents a raw and real perspective on the street life of New York City, and it was popular on music video networks at the time of release.

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