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Corey Woods (born January 12, 1970), known by his stage name Raekwon, is an American East Coast rapper and a member of the Wu-Tang Clan. Raekwon may not have achieved the solo stardom of his fellow Wu-Tang Clan members Method Man, Ol’ Dirty Bastard or RZA but along with Genius/GZA and frequent partner Ghostface Killah, he’s done some of the most critically acclaimed work outside the confines of the group. His 1995 album Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… is widely considered to be one of the best Wu-Tang solo albums, and one of the finest and most influential hip hop albums of the 1990s. Over the years, Raekwon has become known for staying true to his New York street fan base and making little effort to appeal to those outside of the city.
In The Wu-Tang Manual, RZA explains that Raekwon also derives the “chef” moniker from his experience as an actual chef (“He was known for cooking up some really good fish.”), though it is also likely a reference to cooking cocaine, though he has expressed disapproval of the use of cocaine.
Raekwon was born in Brooklyn, New York. He joined the Wu-Tang Clan in time to participate on Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers, the group’s massively successful debut. He later signed a solo deal with Loud Records and, working with Ghostface Killah, released his first solo LP, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… (originally to be titled Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… Niggaz) it debuted in 1995 to rave reviews, though the album’s sales were sluggish. Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…
In The Wu-Tang Manual, RZA explains that Raekwon also derives the “chef” moniker from his experience as an actual chef (“He was known for cooking up some really good fish.”), though it is also likely a reference to cooking cocaine, though he has expressed disapproval of the use of cocaine.
Raekwon was born in Brooklyn, New York. He joined the Wu-Tang Clan in time to participate on Enter the Wu-Tang: 36 Chambers, the group’s massively successful debut. He later signed a solo deal with Loud Records and, working with Ghostface Killah, released his first solo LP, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… (originally to be titled Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… Niggaz) it debuted in 1995 to rave reviews, though the album’s sales were sluggish. Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…
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Sandman02 wrote:
the beat doesn't fit with the rest of the album. I dont really like the verses except masta killa. Great verse from him, reminds me of "The Table". Otherwise, I love this LP.
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Schwemmi wrote:
That picture is really ugly ...
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lordinfamous wrote:
Kiss The Ring is good but there are like a dozen tracks much better than it
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iMurk wrote:
http://www.hiphopdx.com/index/audio/id.9415/title.method-man-raekwon-meth-vs-chef-ii
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-mikie- wrote:
@sandman02: disagree
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Keraj3000 wrote:
I don't like OB4CL (pt. I) but OB4CL pt. II is very good.
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ghostrider06 wrote:
Let's vote for this picture it's perfect http://www.lastfm.de/music/Raekwon/+images/22379677
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ghostrider06 wrote:
OB4CL PT. 2 is so fucking dope. Best album 2009! Much Respect to the Chef for bringing the real rap back
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Sandman02 wrote:
@LOcK: IMO, it's almost the worst track of the whole album.
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JcA92 wrote:
such a bad picture [2]
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L0ck wrote:
Why kiss the ring isnt on the top song list? that song is straigh fire.
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zdzisiujooo wrote:
such a bad picture
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jlegend369 wrote:
OBFCL2 is some hot shit! Get that on the charts!
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LifeController wrote:
OBFCL2 has some great tracks. Overall, I think it's pretty solid, though.
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lauren4kis wrote:
elizabeth4love84@yahoo.com Hello, How are you doing?I hope all is well. My name is miss Elizabeth, i want to be your good friend please send me your email at my private box (elizabeth4love84@yahoo.com) so i will give you my picture have a nice day Yours Elizabeth
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nigel_vs_shark wrote:
PUT SOME BOLOGNA ON THAT SHIT OR SOMETHIN'...
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xdevilbunny wrote:
OBFCL2 is the best Wu-related album in a bit. pretty good shit.
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kryptonbornson wrote:
@SushiX 100% agreed, aside from the quality of the new album.
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WuMember wrote:
ob4cl so dope, and second part fucking dope too, genius!
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TehSpiral wrote:
the hottest joint of the year for me by far.
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Cat's Cradle, Carrboro NC, United States
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