Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II
Raekwon · 2009
71 min · 22 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A cinematic blend of lush production and gritty narratives steeped in street authenticity.
Why this album works
This album was critically acclaimed, receiving high marks from publications like Pitchfork and Rolling Stone for its storytelling and production quality. It not only debuted at number four on the Billboard 200 but also reinforced Raekwon's role in shaping mafioso rap, influencing a new generation of artists within the hip-hop landscape.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys cinematic storytelling experiences gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Pt. II' is Raekwon's long-awaited sequel to his influential 1995 debut. At this point, he was solidifying his legacy as a key figure in East Coast hip-hop while also navigating a resurgence of interest in the genre after years of commercial decline.
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- Wu-Massacre — Continues the cinematic vibe with collaborations and street narratives.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Return of the North Star".
- 1 Return of the North Star Start here 2:39
- 2 House of Flying Daggers Standout 3:51
- 3 Sonny’s Missing 2:28
- 4 Pyrex Vision 0:54
- 5 Cold Outside 4:40
- 6 Black Mozart 3:24
- 7 Gihad 2:57
- 8 New Wu 3:50
- 9 Penitentiary 2:35
- 10 Baggin Crack 1:58
- 11 Surgical Gloves Standout 3:24
- 12 Broken Safety 2:45
- 13 Canal Street 3:37
- 14 Ason Jones 3:06
- 15 Have Mercy 3:51
- 16 10 Bricks 3:16
- 17 Fat Lady Sings 2:17
- 18 Catalina Standout 3:28
- 19 We Will Rob You 3:15
- 20 About Me 3:59
- 21 Mean Streets 4:29
- 22 Kiss the Ring 4:09
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