By 1991, The Genius and Prince Rakeem were signed to separate record labels. The group never signed to a major label, but caught the attention of the New York City rap scene and was recognized by rapper Biz Markie. Each member recorded under an alias: Grice as The Genius, Diggs as Prince Rakeem or The Scientist, and Jones as The Specialist. In the late 1980s, cousins Robert Diggs, Gary Grice, and Russell Jones formed a group named Force of the Imperial Master, also known as the All in Together Now Crew. In 2020, the album was ranked 27th on Rolling Stone's updated list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. Initially receiving positive reviews from most music critics, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is widely regarded as one of the most significant albums of the 1990s, as well as one of the greatest hip hop albums of all time. By 1995 it was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, and in October 2018 it was certified triple platinum. Serving as a landmark release in the era of hip hop known as the East Coast Renaissance, its influence helped lead the way for several other East Coast rappers, including Nas, The Notorious B.I.G., Mobb Deep, and Jay-Z.ĭespite its raw, underground sound, the album had surprising chart success, peaking at number 41 on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 30,000 copies in its first week on sale. Its sound also became greatly influential in modern hip hop production, while the group members' explicit, humorous, and free-associative lyrics have served as a template for many subsequent hip hop records. The gritty, distinctive sound of Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) created a blueprint for hardcore hip hop during the 1990s, and helped return New York City hip hop to national prominence. Its title originates from the martial arts films Enter the Dragon (1973) and The 36th Chamber of Shaolin (1978). Recording sessions took place during late 1992 to early 1993 at Firehouse Studio in New York City, and the album was produced by the group's de facto leader RZA. This sample reflects that mind state.Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) is the debut studio album by American hip hop group Wu-Tang Clan, released on November 9, 1993, by Loud Records. You kill everyone - young and old!" RZA: "Seven of Wu's nine members all served hard prison time. 4Shaolin finger jab! 5We're watching your whole group around the clock. First I'll tell you about their styles, the poison clan techniques, the five main styles. I'm afraid they did, in the past." 3There's something that I would like you to do. 2but still for many men just to hear of the name fills them with hate and loathing.But why? They've never harmed anyone. Ninja (aka Ninja Hunter) Year: 1983įilm Time: 500:3:58 Film: The Iron Monkey Year: 1977Īlbum: The W Year: 2000 Song Time: 00:07 Sample: " 1I must tell you that the Clan is a danger to the public. We brought new light to these movies - and the listener." 36 of these can be fatal, the remainder paralyzing." RZA:"These lines are so obscure, I knew people didn’t know them. In fact it involves strenuous breath control and of all techniques it's the most difficult.
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If we die the next generation will fight them too and the one after them for as long as they must and eventually we shall succeed." RZA: "The movie didn't deal with all the facts, but it resonated with me."įilm Time: 00:00:32 Film: Invincible Armour Year: 1977Īlbum: Wu-Tang Forever Year: 1997 Song Time: 04:31 Sample: "One is invulnerable. Song: "Da Mystery of Chessboxin'" Song: "Maria"įilm Time: 00:23:40 Film: The Four Assassins (aka Marco Polo) Year: 1975Īlbum: Wu-Tang Forever Year: 1997 Song Time: 00:02:37 Sample: "You people are all trying to achieve the impossible. It brought listeners to the world we were in." 3Do you think your Wu-Tang sword can defeat me? 4En garde, I'll let you try my Wu-Tang style." RZA: "It opens the album and sets the tempo for what the group was about. 2If what you say is true, the Shaolin and the Wu-Tang could be dangerous. Film Time: 400:58:44 Film: Ten Tigers from Kwangtung Year: 1979Īlbum: Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) Year: 1993 Song Time: 00:01 Sample: " 1Shaolin shadowboxing and the Wu-Tang sword style.
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