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Wu-Massacre

Raekwon · 2010

30 min · 12 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A gritty reunion of lyrical prowess and street narratives layered over classic boom bap beats.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • concise energetic flow
  • short immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic lyrical storytelling
  • pacing that demands attention

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Wu-Massacre' was released in 2010, Raekwon was building on the momentum from his critically acclaimed album 'Only Built 4 Cuban Linx... Part II' from 2009. This collaborative project with fellow Wu-Tang members Method Man and Ghostface Killah marked a return to their roots, emphasizing the camaraderie and shared history that characterized early Wu-Tang releases amidst Raekwon's solo success.
Stylistic neighbors
Ghostface Killah· Inspectah Deck· Nas
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Criminology 2.5".

  • 1 Criminology 2.5 Start here 2:00
  • 2 Mef vs. Chef 2 2:03
  • 3 Ya Moms Skit 0:36
  • 4 Smooth Sailing (remix) 2:59
  • 5 Our Dreams 3:24
  • 6 Gunshowers 2:58
  • 7 Dangerous 3:54
  • 8 Pimpin' Chipp 2:32
  • 9 How to Pay Rent Skit 0:37
  • 10 Miranda 3:02
  • 11 Youngstown Heist 2:42
  • 12 It's That Wu Shit 3:13

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