Nearly twenty years after their RZA-presented debut carved a lane in Wu-Tang’s extended universe, Northstar is back with a record that feels like both a sequel and a spiritual continuation. Their new single, “Luv Allah, Luv Equality” featuring Kinetic 9 aka Beretta 9 (Killarmy), is not just another track—it’s a bridge across eras, a reaffirmation of principles, and a celebration of legacy.
A Powerful Sequel With Deep Roots
For longtime fans, the title immediately signals history. The original “Luv Allah” remains one of Northstar’s most defining works, and this follow-up builds on that foundation with sharpened lyricism, heavier spiritual weight, and a reflective edge. Produced, mixed, and mastered by Shaka Amazulu The 7th, with scratches by DJ Flipcyde, the sound is classic Wu-affiliate grit blended with a cinematic polish.
The track also arrives with an animated visual (watch here: YouTube Link), adding a striking modern dimension to its message.
Lyrical Breakdown
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Christbearer opens with raw recollections of L.A. streets, juxtaposing the harsh realities of violence with his rebellious energy and ability to flip pain into poetic insight. His verse carries the kind of spiritual grit that made Northstar’s debut so unforgettable.
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Big Meko Da Pharaoh (posthumously featured) represents Long Beach with authenticity—speaking on hustle, survival, cannabis culture, and the ever-present line between faith and the streets. His bars anchor the record in realism and honor his legacy.
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Kinetic 9 steps in with the precision that made Killarmy a household name among Wu disciples. His verse is more meditative, balancing dualities of love and hate, peace and war, good and evil. His pen captures the fragility of human struggle while holding out a vision for unity and respect.
The hook, repeated nine times, serves as a mantra: “Love Allah, Luv Equality.” Simple yet profound, it drives the message into the core of the listener.
The outro hits heavy. Kinetic 9 delivers a heartfelt roll call to fallen comrades—Meko Tha Pharaoh, Popa Wu, General Wise, ODB, Doc Doom, and others. This isn’t just name-dropping; it’s ritual, remembrance, and respect. It ties the single back to the collective history of the Wu-Tang family tree while also reminding listeners of the cost of time and legacy.
Northstar’s “Luv Allah, Luv Equality” isn’t nostalgia—it’s renewal. It speaks to those who grew up on the Wu-Tang legacy while opening the door for younger listeners to grasp the weight of what came before. With Northstar Forever on the horizon, this single sets the tone for an album that promises not only to honor history but to keep writing it.
