Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...
Raekwon · 1995
73 min · 18 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A cinematic journey through gritty street tales, layered with intricate wordplay and haunting beats.
Why this album works
'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...' is often hailed as one of the defining albums of the 1990s hip-hop era, influencing the development of mafioso rap. It received critical acclaim, securing a spot on numerous best-of lists and heralded for its storytelling and complex lyrics. The album also featured collaborations with fellow Wu-Tang members, further cementing its cultural impact within the genre.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx...' was Raekwon's debut solo album following his emergence as a standout member of the Wu-Tang Clan. The project solidified his place in hip-hop, showcasing a distinct mafioso rap style that diverged from the group's collective sound. This release marked a pivotal moment in his career, establishing him as a solo artist while expanding the narrative depth of East Coast hip-hop.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Striving for Perfection 1:43
- 2 Knuckleheadz 4:03
- 3 Knowledge God 4:24
- 4 Criminology Standout 3:47
- 5 Incarcerated Scarfaces 4:43
- 6 Rainy Dayz 6:03
- 7 Guillotine (Swordz) 4:23
- 8 Can It Be All So Simple (remix) 5:39
- 9 Shark Niggas (Biters) 1:39
- 10 Ice Water 3:38
- 11 Glaciers of Ice 5:21
- 12 Verbal Intercourse Standout 3:32
- 13 Wisdom Body 2:39
- 14 Spot Rusherz 3:13
- 15 Ice Cream Standout 4:13
- 16 Wu-Gambinos 5:39
- 17 Heaven & Hell 4:56
- 18 North Star (Jewels) 3:58
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