Its spare yet atmospheric production -- courtesy of RZA -- mapped out the sonic blueprint that countless other hardcore rappers would follow for years to come. It laid the groundwork for the rebirth of New York hip-hop in the hardcore age, paving the way for everybody from Biggie and Jay-Z to Nas and Mobb Deep. Moreover, it introduced a colorful cast of hugely talented MCs, some of whom ranked among the best and most unique individual rappers of the decade. Some were outsized, theatrical personalities, others were cerebral storytellers and lyrical technicians, but each had his own distinctive style, which made for an album of tremendous variety and consistency.
Bring da Ruckus
Protect Ya Neck
Tearz
Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber (Part II)
Shame on a Nigga
Clan in da Front
Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber
Can It Be All So Simple
Da Mystery of Chessboxin'
Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing Ta F' Wit
C.R.E.A.M.
Method Man