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Corey Woods (born January 12, 1970), better known by his stage name Raekwon (/ r eɪ ˈ k w ɒ n /, ray-KWON), is an American rapper. He rose to prominence as a founding member of the hip-hop group Wu-Tang Clan , which achieved mainstream success following the release of their debut album, Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) , in 1993.
After dominating rap with Wu-Tang’s debut Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), Raekwon ensured the Clan takeover with the release of his acclaimed solo debut Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… in 1995.
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Nov 30, 2021 · In his new memoir, From Staircase to Stage, rapper Raekwon recalls watching as that relatively serene New York City neighborhood rapidly declined, succumbing to the wildfires of the crack...
Nov 30, 2021 · The Wu-Tang Clan MC shares his life story, from his childhood in Staten Island to his hip-hop career and beyond. Read an exclusive interview with Raekwon about his book, his influences, and his legacy.
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- June 13, 1982
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Dec 11, 2021 · The hip hop icon Raekwon talks about his life before and with the Wu-Tang Clan, his upbringing, his music, his career and his book "From Staircase to Stage". He shares his struggles with fatherlessness, racism, gang violence and male camaraderie in the '90s hip hop scene.
Dec 14, 2021 · Legendary rapper and integral member of the Wu-Tang Clan, Raekwon, is out with a new memoir called From Staircase to Stage. Born Corey Woods in Staten Island, Raekwon takes a look back at hating...
