Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is the 1993 debut album from New York rappers The Wu-Tang Clan. Consisting of 9 members rap had never seen or heard anything like the Wu-Tang at the time this was released. The RZA produced the full album himself by using mixtures of classic soul samples with ... Read review
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This debut revolutionized hip-hop (and launched half a dozen solo careers), as much for ... more
The RZA's raw barrage of off-kilter, off-key loops and sound effects as for its elliptically violent lyrics. Martial arts--at least as they appear in kung fu movies--are the Wu-Tang Clan's favorite metaphor, but they're also the organizing principle of the group, a crowd of eight rappers, each with his own way-out-there "fighting style." They created their own little self-contained culture, with its own symbols and shifting identities, and let listeners figure it out for themselves. Unless you're willing to immerse yourself in its world, it can be baffling and a little dry, but its aggression and originality are undeniable. --Douglas Wolk
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This debut revolutionized hip-hop (and launched half a dozen solo careers), as much for ... more
The RZA's raw barrage of off-kilter, off-key loops and sound effects as for its elliptically violent lyrics. Martial arts--at least as they appear in kung fu movies--are the Wu-Tang Clan's favorite metaphor, but they're also the organizing principle of the group, a crowd of eight rappers, each with his own way-out-there "fighting style." They created their own little self-contained culture, with its own symbols and shifting identities, and let listeners figure it out for themselves. Unless you're willing to immerse yourself in its world, it can be baffling and a little dry, but its aggression and originality are undeniable. --Douglas Wolk
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Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is the 1993 debut album from New York rappers The Wu-Tang Clan. Consisting of 9 members rap had never seen or heard anything like the Wu-Tang at the time this was released. The RZA produced the full album himself by using mixtures of classic soul samples with clips from kung-fu movies, making menacing beats that showed the grittiness of the performers raps in full glory, with cheap studios and cheap equipment used ... ...another 10/10 album for me, Enter the Wu-Tang really opened the flood gates up in rap music, taking the underground sound into the mainstream and inspiring 100's of rappers since it's release. This should be in any rap fans collection.
Further Reading
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enter_the_Wu-Tang_(36_Chambers)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wu-Tang_Clan
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Method_Man
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RZA more
Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is the 1993 debut album from New York rappers The Wu-Tang Clan. Consisting of 9 members rap had never seen or heard anything like the Wu-Tang at the time this was released. The RZA produced the full album himself by using mixtures of classic soul samples with clips from kung-fu movies, making menacing beats that showed the grittiness of the performers raps in full glory, with cheap studios and cheap equipment used in the recording this only added to the urban feel of the album. At the time this sort of production was largely unprecedented in hip hop and led to the widespread use of samples in future rap performers music, and also for the RZA to get the job to produce the score for the Kill Bill films. The album can also be credited with kicking off the east coast gangster rap scene, something which the west coast rappers were dominating at the time. By 1995 the album had gone Platinum.
The origins of the Wu-Tang can be traced back to the group Force of the Imperial Master, which comprised of the RZA, the GZA, and ODB. They were never signed but after a couple of singles received wide recognition in New York. After struggling to find success this way (and after RZA and GZA were dropped from their labels after solo releases) they teamed up with Ghostface Killah and decided to make a blend of rap that mixed 'Eastern philosophy picked up from kung fu movies, watered-down Nation of Islam preaching picked up on the New York streets, and comic books'. By 1992 5 other emcee's joined the 4 and the legend of the Wu-Tang was formed.
The albums title comes from 2 main points of Martial arts folklore - the idea there is 36 pressure points on the human body that when hit are deadly, which came from the kung-fu flick' The 36th Chamber of Shaolin '. Also the group being made of 9 members, each having 4 chambers of the heart, which are 2 atria, and 2 ventricles, when multiplied equals 36.
The best way to sum the album up is this quote from Pitchfork Media staff member Rollie Pemberton (taken from Wikipedia) -
This is the sound of accidental fame. Something as unique and unusual as this record isn't supposed to find itself at the height of commercial viability; it's supposed to smolder underground, hidden from the view of mainstream America, who surely would not be ready for such a challenge. But America was ready, in part because this one challenged convention, not listeners. Sure, its sloppy drum programming, bizarre song structures, and unpolished sound quality disturbed commercial rap purists, but the talent was so inherent and obvious, and the charisma so undeniable, that it propelled the Wu-Tang Clan to the height of the rap game, and today stands not just as the hip-hop classic that introduced the concept of obscure thematic characters (each member's name references old kung-fu movies), but also bridged the gap between traditional old-school sensibilities and the technical lyricism of today.
Original 9 Members
RZA GZA Method Man Ghostface Killah Raekwon U-God Inspectah Deck Masta Killa Ol' Dirty Bastard (deceased, RIP)
The Album
(Sample information taken from Wikipedia)
Track 1 - Bring da Ruckus
A very raw sounding track and one of the first Wu-Tang songs ever recorded, you can tell there wasn't loads of money put into the production of this but RZA still makes an amazing beat. This track really shows the hunger (as much of the album does) that the Wu-Tang had for success in the music business at this point.
Performers
Chorus: RZA First verse: Ghostface Killah Second verse: Raekwon Third verse: Inspectah Deck Fourth verse: GZA
Samples
"Synthetic Substitution" as performed by Melvin Bliss Dialogue from the motion picture Shaolin & Wu Tang Dialogue from the motion picture Ten Tigers from Kwangtung
8/10
Track 2 - Shame on a Nigga
A great track, this one always makes me bounce where ever I am, when ever I hear it. One of the funkiest songs on here, with great use of the samples. Ol' Dirty Bastard is the star on this track for sure.
Performers
Intro: Raekwon Chorus: Ol' Dirty Bastard First verse: Ol' Dirty Bastard R.I.P Second verse: Method Man Third verse: Raekwon Fourth verse: Ol' Dirty Bastard
Samples
"Different Strokes" as performed by Syl Johnson; written by Johnny Cameron and John Zachary "Black and Tan Fantasy" as performed by Thelonious Monk; written by Duke Ellington and Bubber Miley
9/10
Track 3 - Clan In Da Front
The intro to this one is a touch too long for me, but it's worth it once the beats kick in. The track is basically a solo song from founding member the GZA (aka The Genius) and he kicks his raps with precision and perfect timing.
Performers
Intro: RZA Chorus: GZA First verse: GZA Second verse: GZA
Samples
"Synthetic Substitution" as performed by Melvin Bliss "Honey Bee" as performed by New Birth, written by Anne Bogan, Doug Edwards, Harvey Fuqua and Dennis Walker
8/10
Track 4 - Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber part 1
Now this is more like it, a track with 7 different Wu-Tang members rapping on it verse by verse. Fantastic beats on here, great piano throughout the song, love bass line. Each member does their best to better the others which just means you have 7 top class rappers flowing at their best, a winner in my book.
Performers
Intro Skit: Raekwon, Method Man, Ghostface Killah, U-God First verse: Raekwon Second verse: Method Man Third verse: Inspectah Deck Fourth verse: Ghostface Killah Fifth verse: RZA Sixth verse: Ol' Dirty Bastard Seventh verse: GZA
Sample
Spinning Wheel" as performed by Dr. Lonnie Smith
9/10
Track 5 - Can It All Be So Simple
The 3rd single of the album (although none did particularly well in the singles charts at the time due to the fact this record sounded much more underground than most things being released at the time), CIABSS is quite simply one of the best rap tracks about, and one of the best examples of how to use a sample to full effect, while the raps sing about a mafia style lifestyle. Love the chorus, sampling at its best.
Performers
Intro: RZA & Raekwon Chorus: Raekwon & Ghostface Killah First verse: Raekwon Second verse: Ghostface Killah
Samples
"The Way We Were" as performed by Gladys Knight & the Pips; written by Marilyn Bergman, Alan Bergman and Marvin Hamlisch "I Got The" as performed by Labi Siffre; written by Labi Siffre
10/10
Track 6 - Da Mystery of Chessboxin'
A faster track than the last couple, another track with several members on (7 in total) all sounding hungry for success and all trying to out do the other. Love ODB's verse, even if he does sound drunk (he frequently was when recording) but this is sort of his signature sound.
Performers
Chorus: Method Man First verse: U-God Second verse: Inspectah Deck Third verse: Raekwon Fourth verse: Ol' Dirty Bastard Fifth verse: Ghostface Killah Sixth verse: Masta Killa
Samples
Dialogue from the motion picture Shaolin & Wu Tang Dialogue from the motion picture Five Deadly Venoms
9/10
Track 7 - Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing ta F' Wit
I first heard this track many years ago at a Fugees concert, Nas didn't get a work permit so couldn't perform so we were left with a DJ for about 2 and a half hours before the main performance. I'll never forget standing in the crowd when this came on, the whole place went up, people were bouncing and singing along everywhere, one of my true favourite memories from being at a gig (which didn't involve the main performers), I knew there and then I had to buy this album as soon as I got home.
The track has an unforgettable beginning with the 'Tiger Style' kung-fu movie sample and the chorus which demands your attention. Method Man is fantastic on this track, but then again everyone else is, but Meth edges it for tightest rhyme. A truly brilliant track with amazing production and lyrics.
Performers
Intro: RZA Chorus: RZA First verse: RZA Second verse: Inspectah Deck Third verse: Method Man Outro: RZA
Samples
"Impeach the President" as performed by The Honey Drippers; written by Roy C. Hammond "Hihache" as performed by Lafayette Afro Rock Band; written by Leroy Gomes "Underdog Theme" as written by W. Watts Biggers
10/10
Track 8 - C.R.E.A.M.
The original single and perhaps the most well known track on here, the phrase C.R.E.A.M. stand for Cash Rules Everything Around Me, a phrase (both in full and abbreviation) used countless times from rappers everywhere after this was released. A laid back sounding track with great piano, while the lyrics are a gritty tale of coming up on the streets, drug dealing, and gun crime. A rap classic and rap street anthem.
Performers
Intro: Method Man & Raekwon Chorus: Method Man First verse: Raekwon Second verse: Inspectah Deck
Sample
"As Long as I've Got You" as performed by The Charmels; written by Isaac Hayes and David Porter
10/10
Track 9 - Method Man
A track made as a single for the first member to get a solo deal, the Method Man, and also one of the first videos Wu-Tang ever made. The beginning of the track features Method Man and Raekwon talking to each other about torture, this would become one of the most famous interludes in rap history and would be used in a comedy sketch by Dave Chappelle. It's a great track that references many different things in society, from Green Eggs and Ham to Mary Poppins. To view a full list of the references check out -
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Method_Man_(song)
Performers
Pre-song dialogue: Method Man & Raekwon Intro: GZA First verse: Method Man Second verse: Method Man Outro: RZA
Samples
"Synthetic Substitution" as performed by Melvin Bliss "Sport" as performed by Lightin' Rod; written by Kool & The Gang and Lightin' Rod "More Bounce to the Ounce" as performed by Zapp; written by Roger Troutman "Method of Modern Love" as performed by Hall & Oates; written by Janna Allen and Daryl Hall "Sundown" as performed by Gordon Lightfoot
9/10
Track 10 - Protect Ya Neck
The debut single of the group, PYN is the first song to bring all members of the Wu-Tang together on one song (except Masta Killa who was in jail at this point), while also being one of the first songs ever to have more than 4 emcee's on one track. Considering how little money was used on the production of this one (it was recorded before they were all signed) it has to be considered as one of the RZA's most triumphant tracks. Sit back and listen to this one for the Wu-Tang in full flow.
Performers
Intro: RZA First verse: Inspectah Deck Second verse: Raekwon Third verse: Method Man Bridge: U-God Fourth verse: Ol' Dirty Bastard Fifth verse: Ghostface Killah Sixth verse: RZA Seventh verse: GZA
Samples
"Tramp" as performed by Lowell Fulson "The Grunt" as performed by The J.B.'s "Sing a Simple Song" as performed by Sly & the Family Stone "Cold Feet" as performed by Albert King Dialogue from the motion picture 'Executioners from Shaolin'.
9/10
Track 11- Tearz
The start of the track features several member of the Clan panicking after one of their friends has been shot. The track borrows heavily from the track it samples, using it for the beats (modified of course) and also the chorus for a really soulful sounding rap beat. RZA and Ghost Face really shine on this track with no one else to compete with, GF shows early signs of the successful career he would forge as a solo artist on here.
Performers
First verse: RZA Second verse: Ghostface Killah
Sample
"After Laughter (Comes Tears)" as performed by Wendy Rene; written by Marianne Brittenum, Johnny Frierson, Mary Frierson and Jackson
9/10
Track 12 - Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber--Part II
The only track on the album to credit no samples in the production. RZA excels himself again on here, a fantastic beat with some great use of different sound effects again. With 7 members on here there is a real variety of styles and sounds in the raps.
Performers
Intro: GZA First verse: Raekwon Second verse: Method Man Third verse: Inspectah Deck Fourth verse: Ghostface Killah Fifth verse: RZA Sixth verse: Ol' Dirty Bastard Seventh verse: GZA
8/10
Track 13 - Method Man (Skunk Mix)
After the successful Method Man single in which this track had been included in the remixes the Wu-Tang decided to stick this in at the end of the album. Personnally I would have preffered them to have another original song instead as this just doesn't live up to the original and isn't the best way to finish an almost perfect album.
Performers
Method Man
6/10
Overall another 10/10 album for me, Enter the Wu-Tang really opened the flood gates up in rap music, taking the underground sound into the mainstream and inspiring 100's of rappers since it's release. This should be in any rap fans collection.
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Advantages: Classic Hip Hop Disadvantages: A couple of average tracks
"Enter The Wu-Tang" (36 Chambers) came out in 1993 as the debut album from the Staton island Hip Hop crew, Wu-Tang Clan. The crew who consisted of U-God, Inspectah Deck, ODB (deceased), Ghostface Killah, GZA, Method Man, RZA, Raekwon and Masta Killah were groundbreaking as they broke through with a hardcore underground sound to re-mould the way that East Coast Hip Hop would be done thereafter.
1. "Bring Da Ruckus"
Bringing the high-quality from ... ...from the group which gets them coming out with some of the most hardcore material to really put an impact on listners who perhaps wouldn't expect to be hit with such in-your-face raps from four of the MCs, and rough beats from RZA. **Five Stars** 2. "Shame On A N***a"
ODB is the first that you hear from for this on, and with his gravelly voice, you have to take notice as he comes with unorthodox words, which range greatly in its cntent and don't ...
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Advantages: Raw Style Rapping, Great Price, Made Careers Disadvantages: The Shaolin Sword Side Could Have Been Improved
...is the track list for enter the 36 chambers
Shaolin Sword
1. Bring Da Ruckus
2. Shame On A N***a
3. Clan In Da Front
4. Wu-Tang : 7th Chamber
5. Can It Be All So Simple
Wu-Tang Sword
6. Da Mystery Of Chessboxin'
7. Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthin Ta F**k With
8. C.R.E.A.M.
9. Method Man
10. Protect Ya Neck
11. Tearz
12. Wu-Tang : 7th Chamber Part 2
13. Method Man (Skunk Remix)
There are two sides to this album and nobody could argue which ... ...chart releases in America which did rather well they are as follows:
Da Mystery Of Chessboxin'
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This song has hardly any beats to it but they fill the song with pure raw style rapping which really shows there abilities as quality rappers without background music most people wouldn't hold there nerve but these guys pull it off to great affect.
C.R.E.A.M.
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This word is an acronym for Cash Rules ...
Sheringham_19 30.10.2001
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Advantages: Awesome power; perfect rapping Disadvantages: Ciao is not a rap-friendly place
For seasoned rap observers like myself the glory days of this particular genre of music was the three year period 1988 to 1991. This was the birth if "gangsta" rap and the mellow, polar opposite "DAISY Age" murmurings of De La Soul and PM Dawn. Then Ice Cube left NWA and went solo, NWA split up, Dr Dre discovered Snoop Dogg, and the pioneers of rap in the late 80s failed to find their voice and repsond successfully to the poppier direction in which ... ...came a crew of eight random individuals so effective as solo units and incendiary and explosive as a group, that rap music took a long overdue slap on the arse upon their very arrival. They were the Wu-Tang Clan and lined us thus: The RZA (pronounced Rizza), Method Man, U-God, Rebel INS, Shallah Raekwon, Ghostface Killer, Ol' Dirty Bastard and The GZA (pronounced Jizza). On the next album they would be joined full time by Inspecktah Deck and on a ...
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Advantages: Unreal production. MCs of the highest quality Disadvantages: None I just wish the next two could've been as good
I simply cannot believe that this album is appearing in bargain buckets or on reduced shelves. It is so good it hurts!
Back in 1993 Hip Hop was changing tack. New York was always home of what is now the biggest selling type of music on the globe, but the West Coast was taking over thanks firstly to the gangsta rap of NWA then the G-Funk of Dre, Snoop Warren G etc.
But straight outta Staten Island NYC came the clan. They first dropped a 12inch single ... ...a debut single can be this mature is hard to figure out.
The clan were 8 strong and all eight have their segment on this song, and it was the perfect introduction to their different MCing styles.
Then we saw the album and every song makes you gasp. The opening track "Bring Da Ruckus" is probably the best opening track in the history of music and perfectly describes what was to follow.
But in addition to these two tracks there are eleven more to ...
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Advantages: Wu-Tang. Disadvantages: Disappointing second album
What can you say about the Wu?........they are comming though and the outcome is critical...This Album, totaly redefined the way hiphop was heading. you get lazy rapping from Puff Daddy, and commercialised from Will Smith, but as Dre, Eric B and Rakim, sugar hill gang all go down in history as shaping hip hop. This Album, when Hip hop was looking a bit sorry for itself, blew up the whole of the industry, what was left???....just raw beats from RZA, ...
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After the demise of NWA the WuTangClan are now the most important group in hip hop today. I write about this album in particular because, like De La soul's '3 feet high and rising' it's an honest to goodness classic and you don't get many of them to the pound.
Wu-Tang Forever is a 2 CD album and is largely produced by the clan's own RZA and includes an interactive wu mansion that I can't ever get into. It kicks off with 'Wu Revolution' and although hip hop has a reputation for it's violence and sexism, it's a call for solidarity and recognises the balance, and equality, needed in life: "Behind every strong woman is a strong man, and behind every strong man is a strong woman".
Unlike the clan's earlier album, 'Enter the wutang (36chambers)', 'Wu-Tang forever' isn't as 'street' (as my old fella would say), but is still raw ...
Advantages: Classic Wu-Tang Album, Great Music Disadvantages: Took 3 Years To Make, A Couple Of Weak Tracks, Gets Outdated To Quick
goes to RZA for such tireless production.
I Can?t Go To Sleep
This is the song that features none other than the man himself, Isaac Hayes, you?re damn right. It provides two different styles and gels them together for perfection. Isaac Hayes? deep but smooth voice and the rough beats of RZA and Ghostface Killah. This song really is a great one to listen to and reminds me that all rap isn?t gangsta.
Careful (Click Click)
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This is a really dark Wu-Tang song that is reminiscent of songs that feature on Enter The Wu-Tang (36Chambers), there first ever album. By doing this song the Wu-TangClan still prove that they can return to there roots, even when producing such great music. The video produced for this song showed them having a gunfight with people in a nightclub, which goes well with the style ...
Advantages: Incredible Lyrics, Rza Production usually intact, Nas and Redman Appearances Disadvantages: ODB is still MIA, Busta Rhymes, Too Much Cappadonna, Some Below Average or Horrible Tracks
I've heard a lot of mixed opinions about the Wu-TangClan and The W. A lot of people truly like it, but some hate it. Well im here to give you the truth about this album. You may remember the Wu-Tang's classic Enter the Wu-Tang: 36Chambers, well this is nowhere near like it, at all. But its not horrible either. Its a relatively good CD... well.. i dont got much to say with this intro since most people know these guys... so check out the review...
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1. Shaolin Finger Jab / Chamber Music (5 Stars)
2. Careful (Click, Click) f/ Cappadonna (5 Stars)
3. Hollow Bones (4 1/2 Stars)
4. Redbull f/ Redman (4 Stars)
5. One Blood Under W f/ Junior Reid (5 Stars)
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7. Protect Ya Neck (The Jump Off) f/ Cappadonna (5 Stars)
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Product details
Title
Enter The Wu Tang (36 Chambers)
Performer
Wu-Tang Clan
Genre
R&B
Sub Genre
Rap
Release Date
03/05/1999
Recomended Retail Price
8.99 GBP
Original Release Year
1994
Label / Distributor
Loud/RCA / Sony Music/Arvato Services
Pieces in Set
1
Studio / Live
Studio
Stereo
Stereo
Format
Performer
EAN
743212036725
Catalogue Number
74321203672
Additional notes
Album Notes
Wu-Tang Clan: Prince Rakeem "The RZA" (vocals, programming); The Genius "The GZA," Method Man, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Ghost Face Killer, Raekwon The Chef, Inspector Deck "The Rebel INS," U-God, Masta Killa (vocals). Additional personnel: The 4th Disciple (scratches). Recorded at Firehouse Studio, New York. German issue features a bonus remix of "Method Man." The Wu-Tang Clan seemed to come out of nowhere when they released their first independent single, "Protect Ya Neck." To the industry's surprise, it sold over 10,000 copies and enabled this conceptually innovative crew to land a deal with RCA. ENTER THE WU-TANG (36 CHAMBERS) is the first effort to "take you on" the full "lyrical high" of the Wu-Tang--eight "killer bees" who stem from that forgotten borough of New York City, Staten Island. Prince Rakeem "The RZA" may dominate the loosely-based group's production chamber, but the success of the Wu-Tang should be credited to all. "Clan In Da Front" gives The Genius (aka "The GZA") the opportunity to prove to critics of his solo career that he's far from played out. To the liking of many hardcore ruffnecks, "Shame On A Nigga" unites the Clan's most distinctive vocalists, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Method Man and Raekwon The Chef; and fellow members Inspector Deck, Ghost Face Killer and U-God join forces on the album's highlight, "Da Mystery Of Chessboxin'." Both cuts prove the Wu-Tang to be the most lyrically diverse rap group on the streets today. The Clan's alliances in the hip-hop community have already brought about crazy recognition to their brother-artists (The Gravediggaz, Shyheim aka The Rugged Child, Method Man's solo work), showing that the Wu-Tang's influence can be found in both the studio and the market-place. So, while they may have been dissed in previous incarnations, the Wu-Tang Clan understand that power comes from unity and that their's is far-reaching--or as they put it, "we form like Voltron."
Album Reviews
Rolling Stone (4/7/94, p.73) - 3 1/2 Stars - Good Plus - "...Wu-Tang make underground rap: low on hype and production values, high on the idea that indigence is an integral part of blackness....It's not enough to rhyme like have-nots and look like have-nots. They've got to sound like have-nots..." Entertainment Weekly (12/17/93, p.70) - "...With its rumble jumble of drumbeats, peppered with occasional piano, plunking, ENTER has a raw, pass-the-mike flavor we haven't heard since rap was pop's best-kept secret..." - Rating: A Q (12/99, p.82) - Included in Q Magazine's "90 Best Albums Of The 1990s." The Wire (10/01, p.44) - "...RZA was building a new house for HipHop, a place to mourn and think and wander..." The Source (2/94, p.73) - "...This is not just another rap album with gangsta themes and gun smoke. [ENTER THE WU-TANG] is the manisfestation of classic kung-fu type styles infected with the realities of ghetto life/death and strong Old School b-boy memories....A throwback to the days of 1986-87 when rap was filled with hones, greatness and skill..."
Titles on disc 1
1.
Shaolin Sword
2.
Bring Da Ruckus
3.
Shame On A Nigga
4.
Clan In Da Front
5.
Wu Tang 7th Chamber
6.
Can It Be So Simple
7.
Wu Tang Sword
8.
Da Mystery Of Chessboxin'
9.
Wu Tang Ain't Nuthing Ta Taf' Wit
10.
CREAM
11.
Method Man
12.
Protect Ya Neck
13.
Tearz
14.
Wu Tang 7th Chamber (part 2)
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