GZA - Liquid Swords Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who produced the song 'Liquid Swords'?

   The song 'Liquid Swords' was produced by RZA, a fellow Wu-Tang Clan member and renowned producer known for his atmospheric and layered production style.

2. What film does the opening dialogue of 'Liquid Swords' sample?

   'Liquid Swords' opens with sampled dialogue from the martial arts film 'Shogun Assassin.'

3. What are some of the musical samples used in 'Liquid Swords'?

   'Liquid Swords' samples 'Mercy, Mercy, Mercy' and 'Groovin'' by Willie Mitchell.

4. When was the single 'Liquid Swords' released?

   'Liquid Swords,' the second single and title track from GZA's album, was released on October 10, 1995.

5. Did GZA write the lyrics for 'Liquid Swords' beforehand or spontaneously?

   GZA mentioned in an interview that he did not take time to write the lyrics at home. Instead, he heard RZA play the beat and immediately began rapping to it on the spot.

6. What is unique about the hook in 'Liquid Swords'?

   The hook in 'Liquid Swords,' which goes ‘When the emcees came, to live out the name,’ is actually an old routine from around 1984 that GZA, RZA, and Ol’ Dirty Bastard used to perform together.