Raekwon releases new AI-generated music video for “600 School” featuring Ghostface Killah and Method Man. Please check it out above and drop a comment to let us know what you think about it.
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Riding high on the success of his new album, The Emperor’s New Clothes, Wu-Tang veteran Raekwon keeps the momentum going with a brand new video. The hip-hop legend embraces the limitless potential of AI-generated content for the “600 School” music video, featuring Ghostface Killah and Method Man, out now via Mass Appeal.
Prior to the video’s release, Raekwon took to social media and released the official trailer for “600 School,” a mafioso heater and fan favorite off of his eighth studio album. The action-packed trailer depicts Raekwon and his Wu-Tang brethren in the early stages of a citywide takeover, stating, “let’s handle AI before it handles us.” Now, the transcendent hip-hop star drives home the message with a cinematic visual – Watch above.
Setting the stage for a massive fourth quarter, The Emperor’s New Clothes marks Raekwon’s first solo outing since 2017’s The Wild. The Chef has enlisted a star-studded team of longtime collaborators for this release, including fellow Wu-Tang members Ghostface Killah, Method Man, and Inspectah Deck, as well as Nas, Conway The Machine, Westside Gunn, Benny The Butcher, and vocalists Stacy Barthe and Marsha Ambrosius. The LP also boasts production from Swizz Beatz, J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, Nottz, and many more. Raekwon’s magnum opus is the latest installment of Mass Appeal’s Legend Has It series, which will feature seven new albums from seven different hip-hop icons.
The acclaimed project earned widespread praise and was highlighted by Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Billboard, Forbes, NPR, XXL, Hypebeast and more.
Elsewhere, the legendary emcee just wrapped the ‘Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber’ tour alongside Run The Jewels. The 27-city trek made landfall in major markets across North America.
Renowned for his regal rhymes and lasting impact on hip-hop culture, Raekwon has left an indelible mark on the industry. His latest dish is a bold artistic statement that’s rich with vision, grit, and grandeur – ultimately setting the tone for an unstoppable run. The Emperor’s New Clothes feels like another victory lap for one of the most vital voices in the game, adding an exclamation point to his already impressive discography.
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Artist Biography:
Raekwon, born Corey Woods in Staten Island, New York, has been a dominant force in Hip-Hop for over 25 years. One of the genre’s most sought-after voices, Raekwon helped redefine lyricism, street culture, and the rugged sound that put New York City on the map. His journey in music began with the legendary 1993 Wu-Tang Clan debut Enter The Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), where his razor-sharp verses on classics like “C.R.E.A.M.,” “Protect Ya Neck,” and “Can It All Be So Simple” instantly marked him as one of rap’s finest storytellers. In 1995, Raekwon’s debut solo album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…, received a 5 Mic review from The Source and quickly went platinum (with Gold certification in just four days). The album, a cinematic masterpiece, reshaped the narrative of rap music, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential albums in the Wu-Tang Clan catalog and Hip-Hop as a whole. Following the success of Cuban Linx, Raekwon solidified his place in the industry with the #1 debut of Wu-Tang Forever in 1997. He would go on to make high-profile appearances alongside artists like OutKast, Tash, and others, becoming a key figure in the East Coast-West Coast fusion of the era. In 2009, after leaving Aftermath Entertainment and operating independently, Raekwon revisited his classic sound with Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… Part II. The album was a triumphant return, featuring collaborations with Wu-Tang, Dr. Dre, Slick Rick, Busta Rhymes, and the late J Dilla. Raekwon continued to expand his influence with his involvement in Kanye West‘s My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy in 2010, and with Jay-Z in the studio soon after. His 2011 album Shaolin vs. Wu-Tang marked another progression in his sound, while 2015’s Fly International Luxurious Art saw the Chef collaborating with the likes of Snoop Dogg, 2 Chainz, A$AP Rocky, and Rick Ross. While the 90s cemented Raekwon‘s legacy, his contributions in the 2000s and beyond have only amplified his iconic status in Hip-Hop. As of 2020, Raekwon is preparing a new project that will continue to leave an indelible imprint on the culture. “It’s all about leaving a mark, staying true to the craft, and being what the people expect me to be,” he reflects. “I’ve been blessed to have three major successes in my career—from Wu-Tang Clan, to collaborations with Ghostface Killah, to my solo endeavors.”