The Wu

~~butthead aka 216~~ · 08-16-2013, 07:40 AM

rza made the wu what they were with his production. dude is a legend but ive never heard a rapper so hit or miss for me lol but his style kinda lends itself to that imo. machine gun style rapping kinda without a care for the beat.

imo gza was easily the best wu member. sharp lyrics but had that more methodical seeming flow and deep voice.

i love meth too, i got to see him live with redman but dude is a little over rated. i dont hold tical as a semi classic like some ppl tend to do, but i put liquid swords by gza in the all-time rap elite category and i put rae's ob4cl just outside of it.

i got the wu manual, its a book by rza which explains some lyrics and backstory on the wu so pick it up if u get the chance, its pretty cool

Soda Pop Fu · 08-20-2013, 09:43 PM

Masta Killa is not even mentioned on the list? Masta Killa was one of the best imo, and he's also easily the most slept on. I guess it depends on what you like though. If you're really into street rap then its obviously Ghost and Raekwon. Back then I was really into the metaphysical kung fu sh*t though, and Masta Killa was definitely the best with that style, and he had a good delivery, good flow, good rap voice...which is more than I can say for many members of the Wu.

SGR · 08-21-2013, 05:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Soda Pop Fu

Masta Killa is not even mentioned on the list? Masta Killa was one of the best imo, and he's also easily the most slept on. I guess it depends on what you like though. If you're really into street rap then its obviously Ghost and Raekwon. Back then I was really into the metaphysical kung fu sh*t though, and Masta Killa was definitely the best with that style, and he had a good delivery, good flow, good rap voice...which is more than I can say for many members of the Wu.

YES! Masta Killa on a lot of those posse cuts had damn awesome verses. He was like a more metaphorical and laid back (but not quite as good) GZA.

Soda Pop Fu · 08-21-2013, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SoundgardenRocks

YES! Masta Killa on a lot of those posse cuts had damn awesome verses. He was like a more metaphorical and laid back (but not quite as good) GZA.

Yeah, listening to them both rhyme on Duel of the Iron Mic you can really compare their styles. Easily two of the strongest lyricist in hip-hop during the 90s (or of all time depending on the criteria). GZA has more complex word play for sure, but Master Killa had a better delivery imo. He's just so methodical with everything he says and always stays right with the beat. GZA will sometimes cram in too many words in a bar, and other bars he won't use enough words so he'll try to stretch them. He also runs out breath sometimes and squeezes out those last few words.

Surell · 09-08-2013, 12:57 PM

This thing is pretty rad, I can't tell some of the beats but it still sounds nice. Among the ones that sound the best are "Got Your Money" ("You Never Give Me Your Money" as the beat), "Criminology," "Run" (which sounds kinda like the rhythm from Syd Barrett's "Octopus"), and "Save Me Dear." Like I said it's all good, those are some of my favs so far though.

**Goofle** · 09-08-2013, 01:19 PM

Run is by far my fave on that tape. I think it uses the demo tape or something for "I Am The Walrus".

~~Cuthbert~~ · 12-03-2014, 10:13 AM

You lot know the new album is out?

Seen nothing on here about it.

Mondo Bungle · 12-03-2014, 11:19 AM

The one none of us will ever hear?

WWWP · 12-03-2014, 01:50 PM

It's ok. Maybe two standout tracks but mostly disappointing. Cool beats, cheesy vibes. Not enough Method Man.

**Goofle** · 12-03-2014, 02:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Mondo Bungle

The one none of us will ever hear?

Not the same album.

08-16-2013, 07:40 AM	#121 (permalink)
~~butthead aka 216~~ Account Disabled Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: freely swimmin thru the waters of glory much like a majestic bald eagle soars thru the skies Posts: 1,463	rza made the wu what they were with his production. dude is a legend but ive never heard a rapper so hit or miss for me lol but his style kinda lends itself to that imo. machine gun style rapping kinda without a care for the beat. imo gza was easily the best wu member. sharp lyrics but had that more methodical seeming flow and deep voice. i love meth too, i got to see him live with redman but dude is a little over rated. i dont hold tical as a semi classic like some ppl tend to do, but i put liquid swords by gza in the all-time rap elite category and i put rae's ob4cl just outside of it. i got the wu manual, its a book by rza which explains some lyrics and backstory on the wu so pick it up if u get the chance, its pretty cool

08-20-2013, 09:43 PM	#122 (permalink)
Soda Pop Fu Groupie Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Best Coast Posts: 18	Masta Killa is not even mentioned on the list? Masta Killa was one of the best imo, and he's also easily the most slept on. I guess it depends on what you like though. If you're really into street rap then its obviously Ghost and Raekwon. Back then I was really into the metaphysical kung fu sh*t though, and Masta Killa was definitely the best with that style, and he had a good delivery, good flow, good rap voice...which is more than I can say for many members of the Wu.

12-03-2014, 10:13 AM	#127 (permalink)
~~Cuthbert~~ Account Disabled Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: The Black Country Posts: 8,827	You lot know the new album is out? Seen nothing on here about it.