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Today in Hip-Hop History: Wu-Tang Clan’s Debut Album ‘Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)’ Dropped 27 Years Ago

On this day in Hip-Hop history, the prolific Wu-Tang Clan took the first steps of one the most powerful careers to date by releasing their debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) LP. With…

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On this day in Hip-Hop history, the prolific Wu-Tang Clan took the first steps of one the most powerful careers to date by releasing their debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers) LP. With a martial arts title and righteously murderous lyrics, this may be one of the most ferocious and raw debuts Hip Hop has ever seen. RZA, GZA, Ol’ Dirty Bastard, Inspectah Deck, Raekwon, U-God, Ghostface Killah, and Method Man were all in rare form, rapping with chips on their shoulders and something to prove.

Recorded, mixed, mastered, and arranged exclusively by RZA at Firehouse Studios in New York, the album totes a very unique and rugged sound. Each track was recorded with all eight active members simultaneously in the studio. To decide which of the eight would appear on a track, RZA would have group members battle rap against each other to ensure that the best man capable would get the job. The result of one of the battles was the track “Meth VS Chef” which was a sparring match between the two for the prize of an RZA beat. The song later surfaced on Method Man’s solo debut Tical. Other premiere tracks from the album include the street anthem “C.R.E.A.M.”, which gave a new euphemism to money, the two solo tracks (“Method Man”, “Clan In Da Front”) and of course, the leading single, the infectious “Protect Ya Neck”.

This album brought cultural reform to Hip Hop. With its conception, New York’s hardcore movement was at its apex. Wu-Tang did not focus on the glitz and glamour that came along with Hip Hop status. Much like the kung-fu movies they emulated,  the Wu had a preoccupation with being the most righteous and skillful MC’s on the scene. This attitude toward their craft tempered the collective into Killa Bees, lyrical warriors who were constantly sharpening their swords for war. Their 10,000 hours of training opened the door for artists ranging from The Notorious B.I.G. to Jay-Z to Mobb Deep. They were the voice of the slums and popularized retaining one’s rough edges among a more polished musical aristocracy.

Commercially, this album was a surprise hit. Although the group had already become popular in New York through their sheer presence and ability, it was up-in-the-air whether or not the group was going to appeal to the general public. Fortunately, their change to the game was embraced and the album peaked at #41 on the Billboard 200 and #8 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop chart.

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Kris Jenner Breaks Down in Tears During Amari Thompson’s Birthday on The Kardashians

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In a rare moment of raw vulnerability, Kris Jenner, the famously poised, ever-resilient matriarch of the Kardashian-Jennerlogging empire, appeared completely rattled in a recent episode of The Kardashians. The heartwarming moment occurred during what was supposed to be a celebratory 18th birthday party for Tristan Thompson’s younger brother, Amari. But the day soon took a heartbreaking turn when Amari, who has Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, suffered a seizure in the middle of the celebration. Organized lovingly by Khloé Kardashian, the soiree started as a peaceful, sun-drenched garden gathering of laughter and immediate family members.

But before you could blink, the mood changed. The mood shifted from celebration to deep concern as Amari’s seizure unfolded. Although his caretakers responded swiftly and kindly, Jenner was shaken by the surprise episode. For someone who has spent more than four decades wardrobe-taming reality television’s emotional highs and lows, family fame, and gossip columnists, Kris Jenner’s breakdown was a stark reminder that even the strongest hearts have their breaking points. The 69-year-old slipped from the tableau, tears streaking her face as she did so while seeking a moment alone in the house. “It was just too much,” you could hear her saying, not as the most famous momager in the universe but as a person being forced into something painful and real.

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This moment, captured on Hulu’s The Kardashians, strips away the glamorous facade of the Kardashian kingdom to expose a family that feels heartbreak like everyone else, even with the fame. Jenner’s response had nothing to do with cameras or headlines, it had everything to do with compassion. About the hopelessness that sometimes sets in when someone you love is suffering and, at that moment, there is nothing you can do to stop it. Kris Jenner has always been the glue of her family, so in this scene, she opened up a little and it touched a the quiet strength it takes to let go. Her breakdown was love, compassion, and the weight of seeing someone else’s suffering in real life.

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Claressa Shields Delivers Knockout Quote on Womanhood and Self-Worth

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Claressa Shields is flipping the script, and it’s not a position riddled with petty quarrels or beef. The boxing champ and upcomer used Instagram Live recently to clarify the air around her name and her values. After putting herself through a rumor mill from last year’s Remy Ma and Papoose drama, Shields decided to speak her truth, and she did so with the same bravado as a woman who fights in the ring. “I’ve never beefed with a girl over a boy or a man, it’s never happened to me,” Shields kept it raw and unfiltered as she told her fans. “I’m not one of them.” It’s a statement that hits hard and redirects the dialogue away from rumor and toward growth, maturity, and unapologetic self-worth.

At age 30, Shields is establishing that her priorities have matured far beyond teenage envy and social media beefs. She said: ‘The last time I ever cared about a man going after another woman was when I was 16. “That was a long, long time ago,” she said with a laugh and dismissed the concept she’d ever lower her standards or peace of mind for a man. Shields isn’t interested in competing with other women for male attention she’s interested in building her legacy. “Every man I’ve ever dated has been 100 percent for me,” she continued. It’s not cocky it’s setting boundaries, respecting yourself and choosing emotional stability over drama.

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What Shield is serving here is a tutorial on self-awareness. And unlike many public figures who get caught up in online speculation, Shields opts for transparency without messiness. She’s avoiding the soap opera and stepping into her power instead. In an age of viral beef and headline-chasing, Claressa Shields is proving that a tough woman isn’t just a woman that punches hard, she’s a woman who knows better than to throw a punch at all.

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