Tekitha
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Tekitha is a female vocalist who appeared to take the role of Wu-Tang Clan
in-house singer (previously filled by Blue Raspberry
) for the album Wu-Tang Forever
, on which she also performed a solo track titled "Second Coming". She also filled in for the unavailable Mary J. Blige
in the video for Ghostface Killah
's "All That I Got Is You
".
Initially signed to RZA
's Razor Sharp Records and then to Ghostface's Starks Enterprise, Tekitha continued to make guest appearances on Wu-Tang projects such as Raekwon
's The Lex Diamonds Story and has also collaborated with non-Wu artists including KRS-One
and Armand Van Helden
. While usually heard singing, her rapping can be heard on Cappadonna
's "Pump Your Fist" and RZA's "Mantis".
Tekitha has released her long awaited debut solo six song EP “The Prelude” in 2009. “The Prelude” featured all new original songs by Tekitha, with production from The RZA, Armand Van Helden, Bdotforealla of The Ahficionados and Jeff Jones/Joneszilla. The project was executive produced by Tekitha, The RZA and Jeff Jones under her new label Wisdom Body Entertainment distributed by The Orchard.
Wu-Tang Clan
The Wu-Tang Clan is a hip-hop group from Staten Island that consists of RZA, GZA, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, and the late Ol' Dirty Bastard. They are frequently joined by fellow childhood friend Cappadonna, a quasi member of the group...
in-house singer (previously filled by Blue Raspberry
Blue Raspberry (singer)
Blue Raspberry is a singer affiliated with the Wu-Tang Clan. Her stage name was given to her by Killah Priest, who said she reminded him of a blue raspberry.-Biography:...
) for the album Wu-Tang Forever
Wu-Tang Forever
Wu-Tang Forever is the second studio album of American hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan, released June 3, 1997 on Loud/RCA Records in the United States. Pressed as a double album, it was released after a long run of successful solo projects from various members of the group, and serves as the follow-up...
, on which she also performed a solo track titled "Second Coming". She also filled in for the unavailable Mary J. Blige
Mary J. Blige
Mary Jane Blige is an American singer-songwriter, record producer and occasional actress. She is a recipient of nine Grammy Awards and four American Music Awards, and has recorded eight multi-platinum albums. She is the only artist with Grammy Award wins in Pop, Rap, Gospel, and R&B. Blige has...
in the video for Ghostface Killah
Ghostface Killah
Dennis Coles , 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 , the members went on to pursue solo careers to varying levels of success...
's "All That I Got Is You
All That I Got Is You
"All That I Got Is You" is the solo debut single by Wu-Tang Clan rapper Ghostface Killah, released as the lead single from his solo debut album Ironman. The song features R&B songstress Mary J. Blige and an outro which has Popa Wu giving teachings...
".
Initially signed to RZA
RZA
Robert Fitzgerald Diggs, better known by his stage name RZA , is an American Grammy-winning music producer, multi-instrumentalist, author, emcee, and occasional actor, director, and screenwriter. A prominent figure in Hip Hop, RZA is the de facto leader of the Wu-Tang Clan. He has produced almost...
's Razor Sharp Records and then to Ghostface's Starks Enterprise, Tekitha continued to make guest appearances on Wu-Tang projects such as Raekwon
Raekwon
Corey Woods , 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 four solo albums, as well as work with Wu-Tang and an extensive amount of guest contributions with...
's The Lex Diamonds Story and has also collaborated with non-Wu artists including KRS-One
KRS-One
Lawrence Krisna Parker , better known by his stage names KRS-One , and Teacha, is an American rapper...
and Armand Van Helden
Armand Van Helden
Armand Van Helden is a record producer, DJ and remixer whose biggest commercial successes came from his remixes of the 1996 Tori Amos song "Professional Widow" , which reached number 1 in the UK Singles Chart in January 1997, and his own track "U Don't Know Me ", which went to number 1...
. While usually heard singing, her rapping can be heard on Cappadonna
Cappadonna
Darryl Hill best known by his stage name Cappadonna, is an American rapper and oftentimes member of the Wu-Tang Clan. He is also a member of rap duo Wu South, along with Ratchet Rush.-Biography:...
's "Pump Your Fist" and RZA's "Mantis".
Tekitha has released her long awaited debut solo six song EP “The Prelude” in 2009. “The Prelude” featured all new original songs by Tekitha, with production from The RZA, Armand Van Helden, Bdotforealla of The Ahficionados and Jeff Jones/Joneszilla. The project was executive produced by Tekitha, The RZA and Jeff Jones under her new label Wisdom Body Entertainment distributed by The Orchard.
Songs
- "Walking Through the Darkness", Ghost Dog: The Way of the SamuraiGhost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (soundtrack)The soundtrack of the 1999 Jim Jarmusch film Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai features an original score by RZA and also features hip-hop songs by such artists as Wu-Tang Clan, Killah Priest, and Public Enemy. Two soundtrack albums were released, one internationally and another in Japan, each with...
(soundtrack, 1999) - "You" (2002)
- "You (Remix)" (featuring Ghostface Killah, 2002)
- "I Love U So" (2002)
- "Fantasy"
- "I Can See" (featuring Cappadonna)
- "Wut U Got" (Production Dub the Director for IDH rec)
- "Dreamz"
- "Ridin'"
- "Chea" (Production Dub the Director for IDH rec)
- "On It" (Produced by Jeff Jones/Joneszilla. Lead Single from The Prelude)
Guest appearances
- Wu-Tang ForeverWu-Tang ForeverWu-Tang Forever is the second studio album of American hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan, released June 3, 1997 on Loud/RCA Records in the United States. Pressed as a double album, it was released after a long run of successful solo projects from various members of the group, and serves as the follow-up...
(Wu-Tang ClanWu-Tang ClanThe Wu-Tang Clan is a hip-hop group from Staten Island that consists of RZA, GZA, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, and the late Ol' Dirty Bastard. They are frequently joined by fellow childhood friend Cappadonna, a quasi member of the group...
album, 1997)- "Impossible"
- "Second Coming" (solo)
- "Heaterz" (Background Vocalist)
- Heavy MentalHeavy MentalHeavy Mental is the debut album by rapper Killah Priest, an associate of hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan and a member of the group Sunz of Man. It was released on March 10, 1998, on Geffen Records....
(Killah PriestKillah PriestWalter Reed, better known as Killah Priest, Iron Sheik from the Middle East, or Masada, is an American rapper and Wu-Tang Clan affiliate who was raised in Bedford-Stuyvesant & Brownsville neighbourhoods in Brooklyn. He is known for intensely spiritual lyrics loaded with metaphors and religious...
album, 1997)- "One Step"
- The PillageThe PillageThe Pillage is the debut album of close affiliate and quasi-member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Cappadonna. It was released on March 24, 1998 by Razor Sharp/Epic Street on Compact disc, vinyl and tape cassette.-Track listing:-See also:...
(Cappadonna album, 1998)- "Pump Your Fist" (rapping)
- "Black Boy"
- Heist of the CenturyHeist Of The CenturyHeist of the Century is the debut album by Wu-Tang Clan affiliate La the Darkman.It features appearances by many Wu-Tang Clan members and affiliates such as Raekwon, Ghostface Killah and U-God, and also features Havoc of Mobb Deep.-Track listing:...
(La the DarkmanLa the DarkmanAs a teenager in New York City, the Crown Heights, Brooklyn-bred emcee born Lason Jackson negotiated his first deal just as he was finishing high school...
album, 1998)- "Street Life"
- Bobby Digital in StereoBobby Digital in StereoBobby Digital in Stereo is the solo debut album by the American hip hop artist RZA, a member of Wu-Tang Clan. It was released on November 24, 1998, and was certified Gold on February 5, 1999, by the RIAA...
(RZA as Bobby Digital album, 1998)- "Mantis" (rapping)
- 2 Future 4 U2 Future 4 U-Charts:-Release history:...
(Armand Van Helden album, 1998)- "Mother Earth"
- Antidote (Deadly VenomsDeadly VenomsDeadly Venoms is an all-female hip hop group formed in 1997 and originally consisting of N-Tyce, J-Boo, Champ MC, Finesse...
album, 1998)- "Ready"
- ManchildManchild (album)Manchild is a 1999 album by emcee Shyheim. The album was Shyheim's third and featured Wu-Tang Clan member Method Man, legendary rapper Big L and more. Shyheim was 20 when he released this album. The album had one single, "Furious Anger," which featured Big L and a mix of the voice of Samuel L...
(Shyheim album, 1999)- "Manchild"
- Ghost Dog: The Way of the SamuraiGhost Dog: The Way of the SamuraiGhost Dog: The Way of the Samurai is a 1999 American crime action film written and directed by Jim Jarmusch. Forest Whitaker stars as the title character, the mysterious "Ghost Dog", a hitman in the employ of the Mafia, who follows the ancient code of the samurai as outlined in the book of Yamamoto...
(RZA album, 2000)- "Walking Through the Darkness"
- Killing PuritansKilling PuritansKilling Puritans is the 4th studio album by Armand van Helden. It was released as CD and as quadruple vinyl.-Controversy:Its cover art prominently featured an African child soldier, prone, and aiming a rifle. The image was controversial enough to prompt calls for a ban...
(Armand Van Helden album, 2000)- "Conscience"
- Digital BulletDigital BulletDigital Bullet is the second solo studio album by the American hip hop artist RZA under his pseudonym Bobby Digital, which was released on August 28, 2001...
(RZA as Bobby Digital album, 2001)- "Build Strong"
- Bulletproof WalletsBulletproof WalletsBulletproof Wallets is the third studio album by Wu-Tang Clan member Ghostface Killah, an American hip hop artist.-Album information:Despite a relatively positive critical reception, the album did not perform well in the charts, struggling to sell more than 100,000 in its first week...
(Ghostface Killah album, 2001)- "Walking Through the Darkness"
- The Lex Diamond StoryThe Lex Diamond StoryThe Lex Diamond Story is the third studio album by American hip hop rapper and Wu-Tang Clan-member Raekwon, released December 16, 2003 on his Ice H2O label through Universal Records. The album features contributions from Wu-Tang members Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Masta Killa, Inspectah Deck, and...
(Raekwon album, 2003)- "Once Upon A Time"
- KristylesKristylesKristyles is rapper KRS-One's sixth album. It was released in April 2003 by Koch Records. It features production by Da Beatminerz, DJ Revolution and KRS-One's brother and long-time collaborator DJ Kenny Parker. The song "Ya Feel Dat" doesn't appear on some versions of the album.-Track...
(KRS-One album, 2003)- "Survivin'"
- "All That I Got Is You (Video Version)", Ghostface Killah (1997)
- "Street Opera", Killah Priest (1997)
- "Soul In The Hole", Wu-Tang Killa Bees, Soul In The HoleSoul In The HoleSoul In The Hole is a 1997 documentary about aspiring basketball coach Kenny Jones, his playground dream team "Kenny's Kings", the relationship between him and his players, particularly, playground phenom, 18 year old Ed "Booger" Smith, and life in Brooklyn during the summer of 1993.-Box...
soundtrack (1998) - "Children Of The Heavens" (Shaka Amazulu The 7th)