![]() Street bangers, drunken goofy songs, and thoughtful, introspective cuts like this one make it an experience. Y’all know how much I complain about the lack of diversity in modern music – it’s because I was spoiled by albums like Wu-Tang Forever. Stays.Įdd: Sure it’s preachy, but in a good way. Hard to do well, but Wu could pull that off. ![]() I probably wouldn’t come back to it time and time again, but it’s a solid blend of street consciousness. But this was mad impactful back in the day. By the way, ODB’s verse is … something else. I mean, you’ve gotta have a thirsty Wu song, right? But I just couldn’t justify keeping it in the long run. It goes.Įdd: During my first runthrough of the album for this post, “Maria” made the final cut. I just have a thing against overt sex raps. I’ll admit everyone flows like crazy on it. Justin: Alright, I’ll admit the beat is good. Good song, but I gotta let it go for better tracks down the road. Gotta stay.Įdd: It’s always good to hear Ghost and Rae doing their thing together but there are better examples of that later on – we’ll get to that one later. GZA comes through at the end to solidify it. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a dope track (reminder: 1997 Wu was very, VERY good) but not very consequential. ![]() Stays.Įdd: It’s pretty telling that I totally forgot about this song until relistening for this post. But I’m sorry, ODB’s hook always annoyed me. Hard.Įdd: Meth and GZA are an underrated duo – peep “Shodowboxin'” as Justin mentioned. Meth continues his slow, chill flow he showed us in “Shadowboxin’” (also with the GZA). Wu over haunting keys is always a plus for me. “Visionz” sounds like Vincent Price telling spooky tales in the traphouse. CUT.Įdd: You call it sleepy, but I call it intimidating. A little uninspired production-wise, a little sleepy. This is the first tough decision – it’s not essentially essential, but it’s strong enough to survive. CUT.Įdd: Remember the Wu-Massacre album with Ghostface, Raekwon and Meth? I wanted the whole album to sound like this track. Would be great on one of those b-sides/unreleased Wu compilations. It’s just a little more cool than a banger to me. “Cash Still Rules/Scary Hours (Still Don’t Nothing Move but the Money)” And the production? You’ll snap a vertebrae nodding your head to this one. Masta Killa and Cappadonna blacking out for way longer than 16 bars? Absolutely stays.Įdd: I’ve been in love with that “For heaven’s saaaaaake” loop for 20 years now. Justin: Starts with the #1 track first verse destroyer, Inspectah Deck, check. “Reunited” is exactly what it advertises – a Wu family reunion. Listen to how GZA weaves phrases together like your grandma’s crochet club while ODB jumps in immediately after to ramble about smoke n’ drank. ![]() Stays.Įdd: The best part of the Wu dynamic is how they can retain their uniqueness while maintaining symmetry. Struck a match to the underground, industry ignited.” Yes, you’re darn right Genius. GZA even sets up the moment with “Reunited, double LP, world excited. Justin: Now THIS is the proper way to start off this album. But as much as I appreciate his OG wisdom and Pete screaming MAL-COLM X! MAL-COLM X! MAL-COLM X! over and over, this 7 minute soliloquy certainly isn’t essential. ![]() It’s gotta go.Įdd: I’m a little more forgiving of this one than Justin, mainly because I’ve always had a soft spot for ol’ Popa Wu. I feel weird saying anything bad about this as a white Christian, but it is just so long. Justin: Just imagine paying $18 for this CD, in 1997, jumping into your older friend’s car and listening to this comprehensive, yet plodding intro to 5% Nation theology. “Wu-Revolution” (Featuring Popa Wu and Uncle Pete) It’s a great album on its own but let’s see if we can make it even better.ĭisc 1 1. In Album Eddits, I challenge a Soul In Stereo fan to join me in trimming down a massive double-album release into a lean, mean 12-track release.įirst up, my boy Justin Bajan joins me to tackle the Wu-Tang Clan’s celebrated sophomore double LP, Wu-Tang Forever. I’ve been a big critic of today’s overly long albums, but let’s be real – it’s a problem that has persisted long before the streaming era. ![]()
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